# DJI Go4 vs Insta360

The clearest difference is rating: Insta360 at 4.4 against DJI Go4's 3.0. Insta360 also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months) and chart position (#47 vs unranked). DJI Go4's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Insta360 sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. DJI Go4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Insta360 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.6K and 9.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of DJI Go4's written reviews are positive against 29% of Insta360's.

DJI Go4 ships an update every 3 months, Insta360 every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DJI Go4 | Insta360 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dji-go4/id1170452592/reviews) | **[4.4 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insta360/id1491299654/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6.6K | **9.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 24.2% of reviews | **29.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#47** |
| Size | 602 MB | 2.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DJI](https://appshunter.io/developer/599957686) | [Insta360](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749225907) |

## What reviewers say

### DJI Go4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dji-go4/id1170452592)

Control your DJI drone and capture stunning aerial footage. This app offers real-time HD image transmission, camera control, and advanced editing tools for your aerial photos and videos. Easily download, edit, and share your creations with the world.

**Highlights:** Real-time HD Image Transmission, Camera Settings Adjustment, Updated Editor with templates and music, Convenient video downloading, editing, and sharing, Integrated live streaming, Flight data recording

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth flight experience
- 📷 Great camera quality
- 🔒 Robust safety features
- 🔋 Long battery life
- 🤖 Intelligent flight modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🤯 Connectivity issues
- 🤖 Unreliable intelligent flight modes
- 📱 Compatibility problems with newer devices
- 🚫 Restricted flight zones

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during flight
- Unable to connect to drone
- Firmware update failures
- Incorrect no-fly zone detection

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Offline flight planning
- Improved video editing tools
- Waypoint support
- Better notification system for updates


### Insta360

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insta360/id1491299654)

**Currently charting:** #47 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #90 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app acts as a creative powerhouse for editing footage from compatible cameras. It offers AI-powered auto-editing, templates, and manual controls for easy mobile video creation. Users can also explore a community for inspiration and tutorials.

**Highlights:** AI-powered auto editing, Shot Lab templates, 360 reframing tools, Deep Track subject centering, Download-free editing, Hyperlapse creation

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Insta360 Premium 200GB Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Insta360 Premium 200GB Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Insta360 Premium 1TB Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Insta360 Premium 2TB Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Insta360 Essential 200GB Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Moment Pro 1Yr(24) Promo+3Mo Free | $24.99 | per year |
| Insta360 Premium 200GB Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Insta360 Premium 200GB Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Insta360 Premium 1TB Annual | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive app
- 🚀 Robust editing tools
- 🚀 Great camera quality
- 🚀 Awesome features like Starlapse

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Unreliable WiFi connectivity
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data access

**Reported bugs**

- Losing edited clips after camera disconnects
- Inability to connect and control camera
- Incorrect video orientation and stabilization issues
- Exporting problems (failed exports, audio sync issues)
- Disappearing features for older camera models

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support for iPad
- Ability to edit 360 footage on desktop
- More export options (higher resolutions, codecs, etc.)
- Improved file management and organization
- Persistent camera settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DJI Go4 free?

DJI Go4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Insta360 free?

Insta360 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DJI Go4 or Insta360?

Insta360 is rated higher. DJI Go4 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6.6K ratings, while Insta360 averages 4.4 from 9.4K ratings.

### Do DJI Go4 or Insta360 have ads?

Insta360 shows ads; DJI Go4 does not.

### Which is updated more often, DJI Go4 or Insta360?

DJI Go4 ships an update every 3 months, and Insta360 every 5 days. Most recently, DJI Go4 was updated on November 10, 2026 and Insta360 on November 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*