Experts recommend Insta360 X4 more than GoPro Max
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Insta360 X4 over GoPro Max, but both Action Cameras have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Insta360 X4 received 8 recommendations: from PCMag (22 Nov 2024), WIRED (27 Nov 2024) Camera Jabber (1 Oct 2022) and 5 others. By contrast, GoPro Max received only 1 recommendation from PCMag (22 Nov 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Action Camera | PCMag  | WIRED  | Camera Jabber  | Tom's Guide  | Wirecutter  | Popular Science  | T3  | TechRadar  | Digital Camera World  | Pocket-lint  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | - | Check price |  Insta360 X4 |
3 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | - |
| 19 | N/A | $850 |  GoPro Max The GoPro Max is a highly recommended 360-degree camera that offers excellent video quality, image stabilization, and durability, making it ideal for capturing immersive footage in action-packed scenarios or for creating virtual reality content. | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 22 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Insta360 X4 as #3 and GoPro Max as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 8 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Camera for Creators / Editors' Choice... ... ... #6 out of 8 GoPro Max Best Audio in a 360 Cam... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 27 Nov 2024 WIRED ranked Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 7 Insta360 X4 Best 360 Cam for the Action Enthusiast... ... ... Source: www.wired.com - On 1 Oct 2022 Camera Jabber ranked Insta360 X4 as #5
Rank Action Camera ... ... #5 out of 17 Insta360 X4 ... ... Source: camerajabber.com - On 26 Oct 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Insta360 X4 as #6
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 6 Insta360 X4 The best 360 action cameraSource: www.tomsguide.com - On 21 Nov 2024 Wirecutter ranked Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 3 Insta360 X4 Best for capturing everything around youSource: www.nytimes.com - On 1 Jan 2025 T3 ranked Insta360 X4 as #2
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Insta360 X4 Best 360° action camera... ... ... Source: www.t3.com - On 21 Nov 2024 TechRadar ranked Insta360 X4 as #5
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 8 Insta360 X4 The best action camera for shooting in 360... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Insta360 X4 as #3
Rank Action Camera Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Insta360 X4 Best 360 action camera might be the only action camera you need... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com
After counting and adding up the 79 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Insta360 X4 outranks GoPro Max. This is not to say that GoPro Max is a bad option. Like Insta360 X4, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Insta360 X4 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while GoPro Max 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 [26]
Total expert reviews: 26
- with a score: 16
- without a score: 10
| Highest score by The Verge | 440 |
| Average score based on 26 reviews | 106 |
| Lowest score by Digital Trends | 70 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
No expert reviews linked yet for Insta360 X4.
From Seller:
- Three Cameras in One: Maximize your creative freedom. With MAX you can shoot traditional Hero-style video and photos or capture immersive 360 footage. Vlog to the max with shotgun-mic performance and a front-facing screen
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From Seller:
- IMMERSIVE 360 VIDEO - The 8K era is here. Insta360 X4 delivers 360° video in stunning 8K or 5.7K60fps! Use Active HDR to keep shots color accurate too, even in action scenarios.
- SIMPLE, EASY REFRAMING - With Insta360 X4, get out there and shoot, not having to worry about lining up a shot. Shoot first, then reframe easily after, all in the AI-powered Insta360 app.
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