Experts recommend GoPro Hero11 Black more than Insta360 X3
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer GoPro Hero11 Black over Insta360 X3, but both Action Cameras have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, GoPro Hero11 Black received 3 recommendations: from Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022), Digital Camera World (29 Nov 2024) and Pocket-lint (29 Nov 2023). By contrast, Insta360 X3 received only 1 recommendation from Popular Science (16 Nov 2023).
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag  | WIRED  | Camera Jabber  | Tom's Guide  | Wirecutter  | Popular Science  | T3  | TechRadar  | Digital Camera World  | Pocket-lint  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | - | $279 |  GoPro Hero11 Black The GoPro Hero11 Black is a highly praised action camera that offers impressive video quality, durability, and user-friendly features, making it ideal for capturing high-resolution footage in various scenarios. | - | - | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 5 |
| 17 | N/A | $300 |
 Insta360 X3 The Insta360 X3 is a 360-degree camera with impressive video quality, image stabilization, and durability, making it a reliable choice for capturing high-quality footage in various environments and for different purposes. | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 1 Oct 2022 Camera Jabber ranked GoPro Hero11 Black as #6
Rank Action Camera ... ... #6 out of 17 GoPro Hero11 Black ... ... Source: camerajabber.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Digital Camera World ranked GoPro Hero11 Black as #4
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 GoPro Hero11 Black The best GoPro for most people is not the newest... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com - On 29 Nov 2023 Pocket-lint ranked GoPro Hero11 Black as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 5 GoPro Hero11 Black Best value action cameraSource: www.pocket-lint.com - On 16 Nov 2023 Popular Science ranked Insta360 X3 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 6 Insta360 X3 Best for 360-degree video... ... ... Source: www.popsci.com
After counting and adding up the 79 expert endorsements of the January rankings, GoPro Hero11 Black outranks Insta360 X3. This is not to say that Insta360 X3 is a bad option. Like GoPro Hero11 Black, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, GoPro Hero11 Black is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Insta360 X3 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag | WIRED | Camera Jabber | Tom's Guide | Wirecutter | Popular Science | T3 | TechRadar | Digital Camera World | Pocket-lint |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $319 |  GoPro Hero12 Black The GoPro Hero12 Black is a highly praised action camera known for its exceptional video quality, durability, user-friendly interface, and range of accessories, making it a top choice for capturing action-packed moments and stunning footage in various settings. | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | - | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $349 |  DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $500 |  GoPro Hero13 Black | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Insta360 X4 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | - |
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Expert reviews [22]
Total expert reviews: 22
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 13
| Highest score by Digital Camera World | 100 |
| Average score based on 22 reviews | 94 |
| Lowest score by Digital Trends | 90 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [22]
Total expert reviews: 22
- with a score: 13
- without a score: 9
| Highest score by MUO | 95 |
| Average score based on 22 reviews | 87 |
| Lowest score by Bike Perfect | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Capture. Charge. Get a Highlight Video Automatically
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From Seller:
- 360 Capture & Reframing: X3 captures 5.7K 360 Active HDR video, so you'll never miss the action. Choose your favorite angle after the fact with easy reframing tools in the AI-powered Insta360 app.
- Dual 1/2" 48MP Sensors: X3's new sensors pack in more pixels for greater clarity and detail, even in low light. Capture 72MP photos, 8K timelapses and more.
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