Insta360, a company that has long been a mainstay in the 360-degree camera market, has today launched its first smartphone gimbal – the Insta360 Flow. The device is aimed at providing smartphone users with an easy way to capture high-quality video footage that is stable, well-framed, and slick. This $159.99 gimbal comes equipped with three-axis stabilization and is now available for purchase across the US, Europe, and Japan.

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One of the most obvious competitors for the Insta360 Flow is DJI’s Osmo Mobile 6 lineup of smartphone gimbals. However, Insta360 has made a commendable effort to match DJI’s features on paper. The Flow includes a tripod, while DJI includes a similar accessory in the box with the Osmo Mobile 6. DJI has its ActiveTrack 5.0 automatic subject tracking feature, while Insta360 has Deep Track 3.0. The Flow even has a built-in selfie stick that extends up to 215mm, which is the same length as the Osmo Mobile 6’s extension rod.

One feature that sets the Insta360 Flow apart from its competition is its built-in cold shoe mount for a microphone. This feature solves the space limitation issue that many users face when plugging a microphone directly into their smartphone’s USB or Lightning port. The Flow’s larger 2,900mAh battery also offers up to 12 hours of use and can act as a power bank for a smartphone when needed.

Insta360’s AI technology powers the Flow, which is designed to track, stabilize, and edit content automatically. The Shot Genie feature is particularly interesting as it provides users with recommendations on how to shoot scenes based on over 80 example scenarios. With its various shooting modes, including dolly zooms, time-lapses, and panoramas, the Insta360 Flow is a versatile tool for smartphone videography enthusiasts. The hands-free gesture control and Live Mode features are also worth noting as they provide users with the freedom to capture their footage without worrying about the camera’s position.

The Insta360 Flow is available in Summit White or Stone Gray and uses a magnetic phone clamp to mount smartphones. While the device appears to have a similar range of features to the Osmo Mobile 6, it remains to be seen how it performs in the real world. However, with Insta360’s reputation for producing high-quality camera equipment, there is little doubt that the Flow will be a popular choice for smartphone videography enthusiasts looking to take their footage to the next level.

Insta360 Holiday Sale – Up to 30% Off Cameras & Gear

Freebies: You will receive a free Insta360 T-shirt when you purchase any of the following products on sale: Ace, Ace Pro, X3, ONE X2, ONE RS, ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition, GO 3, ONE X, Link, and Flow!

The sale ends on December 24, 2023.

Disclaimer: Prices and promotions mentioned in this article are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change based on the retailers’ discretion. Please verify the current offer before making a purchase.

• Insta360 Ace (Creator Kit) AI action cam — now $442 (was $450)
• Insta360 Ace (Endurance Kit) — now $486 (was $489)
• Insta360 Ace (GPS-Ready Kit) — now $551 (was $554)
• Insta360 Ace (Winter Kit) — now $469 (was $479)
• Insta360 Ace (Motorcycle Kit) — now $464 (was $474)
• Insta360 Ace (Splash Kit) — now $481 (was $484)
• Insta360 Ace (Cycling Kit) — now $451 (was $459)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Creator Kit) AI action cam — now $512 (was $520)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Endurance Kit) — now $556 (was $559)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (GPS-Ready Kit) — now $621 (was $624)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Winter Kit) — now $539 (was $549)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Motorcycle Kit) — now $534 (was $544)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Splash Kit) — now $551 (was $554)
• Insta360 Ace Pro (Cycling Kit) — now $521 (was $529)

• Insta360 GO 3 tiny action cam — now $361 (was $380)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Travel Kit) — now $405 (was $429)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Creator Kit) — now $418 (was $444)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Action Kit) — now $390 (was $414)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Motorcycle Kit) — now $414 (was $439)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Water Sports Kit) — now $426 (was $453)
• Insta360 GO 3 (Bike Kit) — now $440 (was $469)

• Insta360 X3 waterproof 360 action camera — now $405, was $450
• Insta360 X3 (Motorcycle Kit) — now $500, was $556
• Insta360 X3 (Snow Kit) — now $500, was $556
• Insta360 X3 (Ultimate Kit) — now $525, was $584
• Insta360 X3 (Invisible Dive Kit) — now $513, was $590
• Insta360 X3 (Get-Set Kit) — now $432, was $480
• Insta360 X3 (Bike Kit) — now $479, was $533
• Insta360 X3 (Bullet Time Kit) — now $468, was $520
• Insta360 X3 (Car Kit) — now $814, was $905
• Insta360 X3 (Virtual Tour Kit) — now $462, was $514

• Insta360 ONE RS Core (Twin Edition) Interchangeable lens action cam — now $420 (was $550)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (Get-Set Kit) — now $441 (was $589)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (Motorcycle Kit) — now $475 (was $634)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (Creator Kit) — now $471 (was $628)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (Snow Kit) — now $479 (was $639)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (4K Edition) — now $240 (was $300)
• Insta360 ONE RS Core (4K Edition, Get-Set Kit) — now $271 (was $339)
• Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch 360 6K 360 camera — now $720 (was $800)
• Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch 360 6K 360 camera (Get Set Kit) — now $747 (was $830)
• Insta360 ONE RS 1-Inch 360 6K 360 camera (Virtual Tour Kit) — now $786 (was $874)

• Insta360 ONE X FlowState stabilization action cam — now $260 (was $400)
• Insta360 ONE X2 5.7K 360 action cam — now $300 (was $430)

• Insta360 Flow AI tracking smartphone gimble stabilizer — now $139 (was $159)
• Insta360 Flow (Creator Kit) — now $183 (was $209)
• Insta360 Flow (Pro Tripod Kit) — now $169 (was $193)
• Insta360 Link AI 4K webcam — now $255 (was $300)
• Insta360 Link AI 4K webcam (Tripod Kit) — now $279 (was $329)