# Snaptain Era

> Remote control and FPV video for four-axis aircraft via iOS device. (iPhone/iPad app by 介甲 张.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptain-era/id1422943984 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [介甲 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1319188080)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 234 App Store ratings · 66 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 152 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2018-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptain-era/id1422943984/reviews.md

## What is Snaptain Era?

This APP function: 
1.Remote control the four axis aircraft( Model airplane) by the IOS machine(iPhone/iPad). 
2.Display the real-time video which taken by the camera on the aircraft, video data transmitted via 2.4G WiFi protocol. 
3.Take the photo and video record on the mobile phone side.
4.Support Trajectory Flight mode
5.Support Voice Control mode

## Key features

- Remote aircraft control
- Real-time FPV video
- Photo and video recording
- Trajectory flight mode
- Voice control mode

## What do users think of Snaptain Era?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and beginner-friendly
- 💰 Affordable price point
- 📸 Good camera quality for the price
- 🎮 Smooth and responsive controls
- 🚀 Quick and easy setup
- ✨ Reliable connection when working
- 📱 QR code app installation feature
- 🎯 Hand gesture photo/video features
- 🛡️ Protective guards keep drone safe
- 🪶 Lightweight and portable design

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 📹 Black screen/camera not displaying
- 📡 Poor WiFi connection issues
- 🔌 Battery life is very short
- 📊 Low signal range (10-30 feet)
- ⚠️ Incompatible with some iPhone models
- 🌪️ Unstable in windy conditions
- 🔋 USB charging problems
- 📉 Video frame rate drops at distance
- 🔧 Tiny screws difficult to handle
- 💾 High data consumption
- 📱 Device age affects performance

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes every 3 minutes
- App crashes when drone starts flying
- Black screen on camera display
- Camera feed not appearing
- App crashes when taking photos
- WiFi connection failures
- Tutorial video button not functional
- App crashes on startup
- Photos/videos won't save to app
- App incompatible with iPhone SE and some iPhone models
- VR mode displays half black and white/half normal color
- App crashes after takeoff
- Drone won't turn on consistently

**Most requested features**

- More detailed tutorial videos
- Camera pan/tilt controls (up and down movement)
- Improved VR mode color display
- Better video/photo saving functionality
- Extended signal range
- Longer battery life
- Better frame rate at distance
- Improved WiFi connection stability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 66)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snaptain-era/id1422943984/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App won’t run

*2026-05-21, version 2.5*

App keeps crashing

### 1/5 — App crashes!

*2026-03-07, version 2.5*

The app crashes about every three minutes, and it takes forever for it to get working. I connect to the drone, and every time I go to the video display it shows black then after a minute it works,

### 1/5 — App crashes

*2025-04-13, version 2.5*

App crashes as soon as the drone starts flying. The app and drone are useless to me if I can’t see the video

### 1/5 — Camera not working

*2025-01-05, version 2.5*

When i connect to the drones WiFi and i go into the app for the camera it just shows a black screen

### 1/5 — Camera doesn’t appear. Just opened.

*2024-05-08, version 2.5*

App works fine except camera doesn’t appear on my phone.

### 2/5 — Doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi

*2022-12-21, version 2.4*

I got this drone as a gift from work. Glad I didn’t pay money for it. It does fly well, but will not connect to Wi-Fi. That was kind of the whole purpose of picking this drone as a gift, so I can take an aerial picture of my house. So sad.. I guess I’ll just run it ragged till I break it.😎

### 4/5 — It worked so well

*2022-09-30, version 2.4*

I got this to learn how to use drones and it worked so well, it wasn’t too pricey for a drone to learn with. I used it a lot but it eventually broke and I sent it back. I was in a state of anger and bought a newer and way more expensive drone, one not meant to be used for fun. How ever I could have gotten the first one replaced and never replaced it and used the more expensive one which broke. It’s been almost one or two years since that one broke horribly and I haven't touched it or attempted to repair and cannot get y money back. I regret not getting the original getting replaced and wish I stuck with this brand.

### 2/5 — App doesn’t work with iPhone

*2022-06-30, version 2.3*

I just purchased a drone which told me to download this app to use.  The app won’t work with the drone on my iPhone, used the same app on an android tablet and it worked perfectly

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2022-04-17, version 2.3*

It’s amazing it works well in my iPhone XR

### 5/5 — Love it!!!

*2021-11-28, version 2.2*

I love this app!!! The only suggestion I have is a more explanatory video. Overall great app.

## Frequently asked questions about Snaptain Era

### What does the Snaptain Era app do?

This app allows you to remotely control a four-axis aircraft (model airplane) using your iPhone or iPad. It also displays the real-time video feed from the aircraft's camera and enables you to take photos and record videos directly to your mobile device.

### What are the key features of the Snaptain Era app?

Key features include remote control of the aircraft, real-time video transmission via WiFi, the ability to take photos and record videos, a Trajectory Flight mode for pre-planned routes, and a Voice Control mode for hands-free operation.

### Is the Snaptain Era app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use and does not have in-app purchases or advertisements. It is a utility designed to enhance the control and experience of using compatible aircraft.

### What devices is the Snaptain Era app compatible with?

The app is designed for use with iOS devices, specifically iPhones and iPads. It transmits video data via a 2.4G WiFi protocol, indicating compatibility with aircraft that support this communication method.

### How does the Trajectory Flight mode work?

The Trajectory Flight mode allows you to set a planned flight path for your aircraft. This feature enables the drone to follow a pre-determined route, offering a more automated and controlled flying experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2023-05-29

fix some bugs

### 2.4 — 2022-08-25

fix some bugs

### 2.3 — 2022-03-01

fix some bugs

### 2.2 — 2021-06-08

fix some bugs.

### 2.1 — 2021-06-05

Add the official website link on the home page

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