Syma X21W Drone

Syma X21W Drone Review

Syma X21W Drone Review 2020 – is the Syma X21W quadcopter worth the money? Review of features, pricing, flight duration, battery, camera and more.

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The Syma X21W drone is promoted as one of the best drones for beginners because it’s inexpensive, safe to fly and easy to use. The drone isn’t a toy, even though it’s a small done that you can carry in your pocket. That’s why it’s sometimes called a pocket-drone, but all kinds of expensive drones are small, and many users consider that to be a benefit. This drone is unique, cool and affordable. It flies much longer and faster than other beginner-level drones.

The 21 is the basic version of the drone, which doesn’t come equipped with a camera. The Syma X21W, however, comes with a camera for those who want to learn more about flying drones with cameras without investing too much money.

What Comes in the Box

The 21 model flies well right out of the box, so you should know what you’ll be getting. The system arrives with a removable battery, the Syma quadcopter, 4 propellers, a transmitter, a USB cable, a user manual and a screwdriver for the tool-challenged. The version with a camera has a few more parts, such as camera holder.

Performance of the Drone

The drone flies well indoors because of its small size, but it also does well outdoors if it’s not too windy. The drone flies with great stability in calm weather, and it can perform flips to delight younger fliers. The Headless Mode enables One Key Takeoff and Landing, and the remote is large and easy to use.

The Headless Mode also allows you to control the drone’s direction without pointing directly at the airlines headpiece. A simple way to control the flight only involves moving the control stick, and beginners can gain a lot of confidence piloting the aircraft when they only need to move a control rod for direction and press a button for takeoffs and landings.

The camera drone comes with an FPV 720P Camera that’s WiFi-enabled. You can download the app to your phone and take great aerial photographs and videos. The videos are stored in the mobile album system as well as within the app, so you always have a backup.

Using your phone, you can use the App Control System to fly the drone without using the transmitter. You get real-time camera transmission and backups of your images and videos, which makes them easy to share with your friends instantly. You can also use the Gravity Control Mode on your phone to move left, right, forward and backward. The app also gives you control of the accelerometer. Using the Flight Plan Mode, you can draw a path on your phone that the drone will follow.

Pros and Cons Listing

The Syma 21 and the Syma X21W both have a great aesthetic design and durable props and quads for a longer life. Cons include an odd-sized battery and unusual connector. Other pros and cons include:

Pros

• Great choice for beginners
• Smooth flying with great control
• Vibrant red color that kids love
• Does flips without losing altitude
• Rubber landing pads for increased safety
• Altitude Hold feature
• Bright lights for better visibility
• Long flight time
• Control range up to 100 meters
• Battery charging time that only takes 90 minutes
• Lightweight frame
• Headless Mode
• Durable
• Camera drone that takes good photos and videos at a bargain price around $100
• Basic model that costs around $20 for beginners

Cons

• Doesn’t fly well in windy conditions
• Aesthetic blemish on the chassis
• Hard-to-remove propeller guards
• LEDs that aren’t very bright

Comparisons with Similar Drones

You actually have to compare the two modes with other drones in the same class: those with a camera and the most basic model for beginners. Some of the models that compare with the Syma 21 models include:

Snaptain SP650 1080P Drone with Camera

This model compares favorably with the Syma X21 camera drone, and it takes photos and records videos of higher quality with 1080P HD technology. The flight performance is actually superior because
of smart voice control, gesture control and 360° flip, high-speed rotation and circle fly functions.

Holy Stone HS720 Foldable GPS Drone with 2K FHD Camera

The Holy Stone HS720 Foldable GPS Drone offers many functions that exceed those of the Syma X21W, but the drone costs three times as much. If money is not a consideration, then this would be a better choice. The drone offers advanced 2K camera technology with Shock Absorption Holders for 2048 by 1152 resolution and 5GHz FPV transmission. The built-in GPS is also a feature that the Syma X21W doesn’t have.

Holy Stone Mini Drone

This basic quadcopter is a great choice for beginners because it has safety measures and up to 21 minutes of flight. It costs slightly more – about $5 – than the basic Syma. It lacks some of the advanced flying modes that the Syma, but the speed can be changed to match the pilot’s level of skill.

Syma X20 Pocket Drone

This drone is even smaller that basic 21 model – it fits in the palm of your hand. The small size makes it an even better choice for flying indoors, but neither model works great in high winds. The X20 is a great choice for the youngest of drone fliers, and it can handle light wind. The drone is simple to operate and extremely durable, so it’s another good choice for those looking for a bargain-priced beginner’s drone.

Concluding Thoughts

Choosing a drone for beginners might seem easy, but there difficulties choosing the right options that will satisfy the user’s expectations without breaking the budget on a drone that won’t last long enough to recharge the battery. The Syma 21 meets the reasonable expectations of any beginner by providing user-friendly flying, simple controls and a durable little drone that can survive most crashes unscathed.

The camera-drone version provides excellent photos and videos, given the inherent limitations of 720P when compared with 1080P technology. Both the Syma 21 and Syma X21W fulfill their marketing promises and are good choices for beginners.

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Tyler West

Tyler West received a Bachelor Degree in computer science from The University of Texas Austin. Tyler has been working as a full-time computer programmer for the past 3 years. In his spare time, Tyler’s favorite hobby is flying drones. One of Tyler’s life goals is to become a full-time drone pilot.