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Dec 6, 2025 8:51 PM

Costco Members: HOVERAir X1 PROMAX 8K Self-Flying Drone Bundle

$400

$600

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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: HOVERAir X1 PROMAX 8K Self-Flying Action Camera Drone Bundle for $399.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member PaulL3964 for finding this deal.

Key Features:
  • 10+ Preset Flight Modes, Including Follow, Zoom Out, and Cycling Mode
  • Powered by a 1/1.3" CMOS Sensor, PROMAX Supports Up to 8K/30fps Video & 4K/120fps
  • Follow Speeds Up to 26 mph, with a Top Burst Speed of 37 Mph
  • 64GB of Built-in Storage
  • Includes: 2 Total Smart Batteries, Combo Case, and Charging Hub
Includes:
  • HOVERAir X1 PROMAX Drone
  • Charging Hub
  • 2 Total Smart Batteries
  • Combo Case
  • USB-C Cable
  • Cloth Carrying Bag

Editor's Notes

  • About this Deal:
    • This price is $250 lower than the the previous Frontpage Deal.
    • Price valid through 12/31/25. While supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Store:
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here.

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Written by PaulL3964
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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: HOVERAir X1 PROMAX 8K Self-Flying Action Camera Drone Bundle for $399.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member PaulL3964 for finding this deal.

Key Features:
  • 10+ Preset Flight Modes, Including Follow, Zoom Out, and Cycling Mode
  • Powered by a 1/1.3" CMOS Sensor, PROMAX Supports Up to 8K/30fps Video & 4K/120fps
  • Follow Speeds Up to 26 mph, with a Top Burst Speed of 37 Mph
  • 64GB of Built-in Storage
  • Includes: 2 Total Smart Batteries, Combo Case, and Charging Hub
Includes:
  • HOVERAir X1 PROMAX Drone
  • Charging Hub
  • 2 Total Smart Batteries
  • Combo Case
  • USB-C Cable
  • Cloth Carrying Bag

Editor's Notes

  • About this Deal:
    • This price is $250 lower than the the previous Frontpage Deal.
    • Price valid through 12/31/25. While supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Store:
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here.

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Written by PaulL3964

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Community Reviews

The HoverAir X1 Pro Max bundle stands out as a compact self flying camera for quick follow me shots, casual vlogging, and family trips. The Costco package adds real value with two batteries, a charging hub, and a case, and the camera is praised for sticking close, tracking well, and shooting in real 8K with a bigger sensor and HLG HDR. It is also described as easy for kids and discreet to carry. The main limits are short controller range and less appeal for drone enthusiasts who want more manual control, while rough trail use can still lead to crashes or lost time. A strong fit when portability and hands free capture matter most.

  • The bundle can be discounted at Costco and still qualify for a same-day price adjustment refund.

  • The Pro Max can shoot real 8K and is positioned for quick preset AI Quickshots rather than setup-heavy filming.

  • The follow-me behavior can stay locked on during fast biking and can route around obstacles more effectively than other drones tried.

  • The unit can keep working after crashes and falls on dirt trails, which may reduce worry for casual outdoor use.

  • The drone can crash into trees during mountain biking, forcing frequent stops to locate the lost drone.

  • The Pro Max may have durability and reliability uncertainty after only about a month of ownership.

  • Controller-based landscape flying can be limited by short range and it may not fly too far compared with DJI selfie drones.

  • The bundle may be less suitable for drone enthusiasts who want more control rather than preset AI modes.

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Dec 8, 2025 4:13 AM
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alanSJDec 8, 2025 4:13 AM
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Costco is currently having a sale for $200 off on this Hoverair X1 Pro Max bundle making it $399. Bundle comes with camera/drone, 2 batteries, charging hub, and case. Price good through 12/31/25, valid online and in store. I remember when the Pro Max first came out, it was $700 with just 1 battery. Then Costco recently had this bundle on sale for $600 with 2 batteries, charging hub, and case. Today I went to Costco and saw the $200 price drop. Because I had just bought it within the past 30 days, I only had to show my membership card. They were able to verify my prior purchase and refunded me $200 plus taxes right on the spot (I didn't have my receipt or drone with me). At the time of this posting, Best Buy sale price for this bundle was $620. Amazon was $600 with just 1 battery, no charging hub, no case. So, I think this is a fantastic deal from Costco.
This is my first time posting, so please be nice. Happy shopping!

https://www.costco.com/p/-/hovera...ue&nf=true
Last edited by dimjim December 7, 2025 at 08:50 PM.
Dec 8, 2025 3:52 PM
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robomaxDec 8, 2025 3:52 PM
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Does it Vacuum if I fly in the house? 😂
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Dec 8, 2025 4:01 PM
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jazyjeDec 8, 2025 4:01 PM
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Reviews keep being hit or miss on this one...
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Dec 8, 2025 4:11 PM
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redpoint5Dec 8, 2025 4:11 PM
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Quote from robomax View quoted comment :
Does it Vacuum if I fly in the house? 😂
Blow dries your hair
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Dec 8, 2025 4:20 PM
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VioletRaccoon567Dec 8, 2025 4:20 PM
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Dji neo 2 is so much better.
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Dec 8, 2025 4:30 PM
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MaroonEducation852Dec 8, 2025 4:30 PM
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Tempting at this price. I had one that i returned because it kept crashing into trees when i took it mountain biking. It took the enjoyment out of biking to constantly have to stop and find the lost drone.
Dec 8, 2025 4:34 PM
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carloselcocoDec 8, 2025 4:34 PM
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Quote from VioletRaccoon567 View quoted comment :
Dji neo 2 is so much better.
It's also about 3 years newer technology...
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Dec 8, 2025 4:49 PM
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MaroonEducation852Dec 8, 2025 4:49 PM
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Quote from carloselcoco View quoted comment :
It's also about 3 years newer technology...
Is the Neo even coming to the states?
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Dec 8, 2025 6:01 PM
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Quote from MaroonEducation852 View quoted comment :
Is the Neo even coming to the states?
It was available for the last 2 days through Amazon 3rd party sellers for $259 .
Dec 8, 2025 6:27 PM
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MagentaSofa383Dec 8, 2025 6:27 PM
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Quote from carloselcoco View quoted comment :
It's also about 3 years newer technology...
Is Neo 2 available in US?
Dec 8, 2025 7:13 PM
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thchanDec 8, 2025 7:13 PM
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Good price. Was considering this and neo 1 and bought the latter because of lower price and more versatile on control. I would still pick neo 2 at 259 because of omni direction obstacle avoidance and again lower price.
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Dec 8, 2025 7:14 PM
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jazyjeDec 8, 2025 7:14 PM
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Quote from thchan View quoted comment :
Good price. Was considering this and neo 1 and bought the latter because of lower price and more versatile on control. I would still pick neo 2 at 259 because of omni direction obstacle avoidance and again lower price.
Where is neo 1 on sale?
Dec 8, 2025 7:17 PM
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thchanDec 8, 2025 7:17 PM
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Where is neo 1 on sale?
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SimMike777Dec 8, 2025 7:25 PM
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The Neo 2 has much better image stabilizer than Neo 1.

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Dec 8, 2025 7:56 PM
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Quote from SimMike777 View quoted comment :
The Neo 2 has much better image stabilizer than Neo 1.
Also almost $200 more/...

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