Syma X22W Drone
- Easy to Operate
- Gravity Sensor Control
- 360 Degree Flips & Rolls
- Altitude Hold
Description
Syma X22W Mini Drone Review
Syma X22W Drone Review 2022 – is the Syma X22W quadcopter worth the money? Review of features, pricing, flight duration, battery, camera and more.
Drones have become the “It” toy of the moment, having risen in popularity in recent years. Thanks to better technology, enhanced stabilization mechanisms, and improved image-capture functions, drones have become indispensable as tools for hobbyists and professional photographers/videographers. If you are in the market for a drone of your own, let’s take a look at one option you might want to consider: the Syma X22W.
What’s in a Drone?
When buying a drone, most people look for a few common features, such as size, stability, control, range, reliability (at high altitudes or when carrying certain types of cargo), video/still capture capabilities, and cost. Using these features as our reference, let’s examine if the Syma X22W matches the demand.
back to menu ↑Size
The X22W is a pocket-sized wonder, meant to meet the current market demand for mini-sized drones. These drones are designed to be lightweight and easy to fly. It is a good beginner drone, made for easy control by people who are newcomers to the drone-flying trend. It is easy to carry and compact enough not to require plenty of space to store. Weighing at just 7 ounces, this drone is perfect for even young teens and children (with adult supervision) to operate.
back to menu ↑Stability
The drone has a built-in Gravity Sensor which controls the stability of the drone by making the correct vertical and horizontal adjustments on the smartphone using either the Syma Go App or the Syma Fly. Either app can be downloaded on an Android or iOs.
There is also one feature that is pretty neat in ensuring that the drone delivers good, stable performance. It comes with a built-in barometer. That’s right, one that will sense any changes in the level of pressure in the air. If there is indeed a change in air pressure, the drone will adjust itself automatically to ensure stability. Furthermore, it has a 6-axis gyroscope that keeps the drone flying parallel to the ground, making it easy to control.
back to menu ↑Control
The X22W features an Altitude Hold control that allows the drone to hover automatically. With this feature, the drone stays put wherever it may be even if the pilot’s hands stray off the controller. You are assured that the drone will not crash or fly off should you get distracted.
You can also switch the drone in Track-Controlled mode. Plan your flight track using a smartphone that is in sync with the drone, then watch it fly in exactly the direction and route you want.
back to menu ↑Range
The X22W’s range is a little limited at just 25 meters. It is good enough for simple photography or videography, or for practice drone-flying. However, if you need a drone that flies farther, you may have to look elsewhere for a unit that has a better flight range.
back to menu ↑Video/Image Capture
The X22W has a decent 720P high-def camera built into the unit. It is capable of taking pictures and videos and record them as high quality images. It can also transmit in real time – perfect if you want to scout an area, capture an image quickly, or just view a well-posed selfie right away.
back to menu ↑Reliability
In terms of battery power, the X22W can stay off the ground for less than 10 minutes but that is rather common among drones in its class. It does come with a spare battery, which doubles its flying time. It flies true within range and is quite easy to control. No, it cannot be used to deliver cargo, although it would probably be useful for carrying small, very light items.
back to menu ↑Price
Available at around $55, this drone is quite affordable, although it is not the cheapest in the market. There are comparable drones at the same price range with similar basic features, while there are others that may carry better features. However, at this price and with its simple yet reasonable capabilities, you do get good value out of the X22W.
back to menu ↑Other Features
The X22W starts off easily. It only requires a single key to start and to land. It can also be controlled to perform a 360° flip and roll with a single press of a button. In the looks department, the X22W is available in red. It is not tactically significant but consider this: the color makes it easy to spot while it is in flight and it is a matte finish, which helps prevent that dreaded reflection from the sun should you fly it outdoors.
back to menu ↑PROs & CONs Listing
Pros
-Easy to put together, use, and operate
-Does not require plenty of manual adjustments to fly or stay on track
-Reasonably stable flyer as long as the necessary adjustments are done
-Comes with a Headless Mode that takes away the confusion when flying or landing the drone
-Quite stable, thanks to several features that keep the drone flying in place
-The 720P camera lets you take clear images, even in motion
-Smartphone connection using a downloadable free app
-Batteries are easy to replace; unit comes with a screwdriver for opening the battery compartment
-Comes with a spare battery
-Comes with propeller guards to protect the propellers in case of collision or crash
-The manufacturer has included one set of spare propellers with the package
-Dual control using the controller or a smartphone via an app
-Very sturdy built; made with good quality ABS plastic
-Very good option as a first drone or for a beginner to use
Cons
-While stability is reasonable, the drone may float slightly to the side while in flight
-Will not do well in strong breezes or wind; resistance will make it difficult to control
-Image capture capabilities could be better
-Battery life is rather short at around 8 minutes, although the spare battery gives it a total of 16 minutes flight time
-Range is limited
-Propeller tends to collect dust and fur, which may affect its performance over time
Conclusion
Overall, the Syma X22W drone is a good buy, although you could probably find another product with better features at the same price. Stable, fun, capable of basic tricks, this drone will deliver given its built-in capabilities and if you are looking for good fun, a way to practice your maneuvering skills, or learn how to fly a drone for the first time, this flyer could be worth a try.
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.
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