Insta360 Flow AI-Powered 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer for Smartphone

Ensure steady motion footage for your smartphone with the Insta360 Flow Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer in an elegant gray finish.

This stabilizer boasts a compact design and includes a built-in selfie stick along with a mini tripod. Setting it up is a breeze, requiring just one step, and it accommodates smartphones ranging from 2.5 to 3.3″ wide in its secure phone cradle.

With its magnetic phone holder, you can effortlessly mount and dismount your device.

The integrated SmartWheel offers convenient control, connecting seamlessly to your camera for zoom, trigger, and mode adjustments.

A Thoughtfully Designed App

Navigating the gimbal and capturing stunning footage is effortlessly facilitated by the Insta360 app, with a slightly more seamless experience on iPhones compared to Android devices.

The notable quick-open feature exclusive to iPhones contributes to this advantage, as it sends a prompt notification for near-instantaneous app access upon turning on the gimbal.

While seemingly a minor detail, it trims a few seconds off the startup process.

Upon entering the app, the user experience remains consistent between Android and iOS platforms. This sets it apart from competitors like DJI and Zhiyun, which often streamline features for Android users.

The app allows for swift mode switching on your phone’s screen, whether you’re capturing a 360 panoramic photo or recording a stabilized video.

For users seeking more advanced shots, the app incorporates helpful templates within a feature called Shot Genie.

These templates provide guidance, making it accessible for even novice users to capture compelling scenes. Additionally, the app offers cinematic effects like Barrel Roll and Dolly Zoom.

Once your shooting is complete, the app employs AI for optimal shot editing, ensuring the best possible footage.

However, users also have the flexibility to bypass the app entirely and utilize their phone’s native video recording app for content creation.

Insta360 Flow Specifications

Performance

Similar to other contemporary stabilizers, the Insta360 Flow excels in eradicating shakes caused by walking and running—outperforming standalone phone capabilities.

Notably, it appears slightly superior to many gimbals in consistently maintaining a level horizon.

The primary drawback lies in the arm design, which imposes limitations on downward tilt, allowing only about 35 degrees, and merely 20 degrees for upward tilt.

This compromise is a result of balancing the gimbal’s compact size with the need for the arm to snugly fit the back of the phone, preventing interference with ultrawide cameras.

Unfortunately, this challenge is common among smartphone gimbals, and finding a perfect solution remains elusive; however, Flow offers a slightly more restricted range compared to most competitors.

In practical terms, the limited tilt range may be a minor inconvenience for the majority of users and might go unnoticed.

However, it could pose a significant drawback for individuals requiring advanced gimbal maneuvers, such as a rising push-in or transitioning from underslung to an upright position.

In essence, the Flow is well-suited for social media and casual users but might not be the ideal choice for those seeking advanced gimbal functionalities.

Battery Life

According to Insta360, the battery life of the Flow can endure up to twelve hours under optimal conditions.

While I didn’t test it for a continuous 12-hour period or track usage across consecutive sessions, my battery level consistently remained above 50%, even after multiple sessions without recharging.

The commendable battery life not only ensures extended usage but also positions the gimbal as a dependable power source for charging your phone on the go.

Top Features of Insta360 Flow Gimbal Stabilizer

Instant Deployment in One Step

Insta360 Flow, the AI-powered stabilizer, is designed for creators, vloggers, families, and travelers seeking to infuse cinematic elements into their smartphone content. Unfold it effortlessly without the need to untwist or press the power button—just unfold and go.

Foldable and Portable

Take your phone and Flow wherever you go; no additional gear required. The compactly folding design allows Flow to seamlessly fit into your bag, ensuring you can capture life’s best moments on the fly.

3-Axis Stabilization

Experience unprecedented smoothness in your phone footage with Flow’s 3-axis gimbal stabilization, effectively eliminating shakes from dawn to dusk.

Deep Track 3.0

Immerse yourself in the world of Deep Track 3.0 technology, ensuring subjects stay in frame and in focus with unmatched tracking accuracy.

Enjoy enhanced slow-motion shots, support for high frame rate videos up to 1080p240, and automatic adjustments for stable shots when using a telephoto lens.

Zoom and Movement Tracking Recovery

Never miss a moment with Flow’s intelligent zoom and movement tracking recovery feature. If your subject moves out of frame during zoomed-in shots, Flow will zoom out and search for the subject, adjusting settings for stable shots upon rediscovery.

Flow Spotlight

Enhance your lighting game with up to nine brightness and color temperature combinations, thanks to the separately available mini LED light that easily attaches to the smartphone mount.

Shooting Modes

Auto: Beginner-friendly mode with automatic gimbal setting adjustments for shake-free shots.
Follow: Precise control over the gimbal, responding closely to your movements.
Pan Follow: Ideal for shooting horizontally or around a subject, offering creative options.
FPV: Full control with simulated FPV drone-like movements backed by gimbal stabilization.

Built-In Selfie Stick

Perfect your angles using the built-in selfie stick for more flexible shooting, capturing your whole crew or experimenting with high and low shooting angles.

Built-in tripod and Magnetic Mount

Stay ready for any moment with the built-in tripod, allowing you to set Flow down effortlessly without additional accessories. Snap-on the Magnetic Phone Clamp for quick, on-the-go shooting.

Power and Hardware Features

• Power: Equipped with a 2900mAh battery for up to 16 hours of usage, with the option to use a power bank for extended shooting times.
• Mounting Options: Utilize the built-in shoe mount and thread for additional accessories and versatile mounting options.
• Custom Insert: Personalize your Flow with easily swappable and customizable inserts, selecting from a range of colors and styles.

SmartWheel

The minimalist design of the SmartWheel provides quick and easy access to a variety of useful functions, including shooting controls, video replay, and more.

Creative Effects

Unleash your creativity with cinematic effects using dynamic camera movements and speed controls in the Insta360 app. Explore Widescreen mode, Panorama, TimeShift, Motion Time-lapse, Barrel Roll, and Dolly Zoom.

Editing Made Easy

Harness the power of AI-powered editing tools in the Insta360 app. FlashCut weaves a story with your clips, seamlessly editing together highlights synchronized to the beat of the music.