Swellpro SplashDrone 3 Plus Review
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ is a well designed waterproof drone by SwellPRO. SwellPRO specializes in making waterproof drones, in this blog, we review one of their best drones the Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ a high-end drone, one of the most solid and quality waterproof drones in the market.
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ can also be used for “drone fishing” since it’s strong enough to resist smaller fish. The SplashDrone 3+ allows you to attach the slipknot of a fishing line onto the SplashDrone 3+ release device.
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ comes with a 4K rotating camera which like the drone is also waterproof which makes it stand out from most drones, unlike other drones you can land on the surface of the water and liftoff perfectly with no problems.
With its aerodynamic shape and it’s good quality propellers and motors the Swellpro SplashDrone 3 plus is a pretty fast drone, perfect for those who are looking for a fast drone as well with all its other qualities. The SplashDrone also does a great job of flying steady from calm skies to windy weather.
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But before we talk about its features, what comes in the box of the Swellpro? Inside the box, we can find the Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ drone with the remote controller, the controller’s battery, the drone battery, the charger, and the charger’s cable, extra propellers, the landing gears, an accessory package, a carry case, Swellpro 3 month Limited warranty on the battery, a 6-month limited warranty on the battery charger, a 1-year limited warranty on the drone and the remote controller, and the Swellpro waterproof 3-Axis 4K Gimbal Camera.
Swellpro has been successful with high-end drones and this one is one of its best waterproof drones, it’s a great drone to anyone who is looking to get into waterproof drones and aerial photograph while still having fun flying.
In this blog, we review the SplashDrone 3+ specifications, features, modes, and an overall view of this waterproof drone to give you great helpful information about it.
Pros
≫ Waterproof drone
≫ Can fly as far as 1600m (0.99 mi)
≫ Good for beginners and experienced users
≫ Comes with a 4K camera
≫ Good flight stabilization
≫ Good flight time up to 23min
Cons
≫ A bit costly
≫ Doesn’t come with sensors
Specs
The Swellpro SplashDrone3+ drone uses a 3-axis gimbal for the 4K camera to get nice stable videos with your action camera. The SplashDrone3+ can go as far as 1600m with a transmitter range. It also has a powerful 5200 mAH batteries.
The SplashDrone3+ has a maximum takeoff weight of 3kg (6.61lb) and a payload capacity of 1kg (2.20lb). The RC remote is good quality and pretty easy to use, the RC uses Lithium-Ion Polymer batteries with 300 mAh capacity.
It also comes with the ability to connect through its smartphone app with GPS-GLONASS systems using up to 24 satellites.
This drone also comes with a rechargeable 5200 mAh batteries. The Swellpro drone allows you to fly up to 23 minutes when they’re charged and takes about 90 minutes to charge.
It’s able to fly in windy and rainy conditions thanks to its resistant design and powerful motors using a velocity constant of 620 Kv.
≫ Flying Time: 23 minutes
≫ Uses 5200mAh batteries
≫ Maximum speed up to 20m/s (65.6ft/s)
≫ Operating Temperature: -10º to 40º Cº
≫ Weight: 1.4kg (3.18lbs)
≫ Dimensions: 61 x 18 x 48 cm
≫ Maximum flight distance: 1600m (0.99mi)
≫ GPS mode / GLONASS
≫ Operating Frequency: 2.4GHz, 5.8GHz
≫ Anti-vibration static gimbal for cameras
≫ Automatic height stabilization via GPS
≫ Automatic return home
≫ Low battery alarm
≫ Maximum flight weight 3kg (6.61 lb)
Video and Flight Stabilization
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ comes equipped with a waterproof 4K camera which will give you pretty good looking footage, the camera is mounted on a 3-axis gimbal which lets you rotate the camera around as well as keeping it steady.
The SplashDrone 3+ has an integrated sensor with a powerful propulsion system which allows it to have greater sensitivity and accuracy than other drones. The dual-mode GPS will also help improve the accuracy and speed of positioning locks thanks to up to 24 satellites from the GPS and GLONASS systems.
The SplashDrone 3+ is known as an all-weather drone and will fly great from good conditions to rainy conditions, thanks to its strong propellers and steady flying abilities it can resist wind up to 28 km/h (18 mph).
Battery
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ comes with a rechargeable 5200 mAh battery which you can charge with the USB Battery Charger, which can last about 23 minutes, it will take about 2h to charge them.
The battery is situated at the bottom inside, where there is a cover that gives access to the battery. You can also always buy separate batteries for it and change them whenever the first battery runs out.
Design
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ has an elegant modern design, it is well built with good quality plastics and it has a nice orange color with a black bottom color.
Its design is the classic quadcopter look with 4 propellers similar to most drones such as DJI, it feels pretty tough and has the ability to get wet without any problem. If one of your propellers got damaged you are able to replace and switch them.
The dimensions of the Swellpro Splash Drone 3+ are 60.96 x 17.78 x 48.26 cm (24 x 7 x 19″) and weighs 1.4kg (3.18lbs), all the adjustments and controls will be made from the controller. It can fly up to 1600 meters with the transmitter connection.
The SplashDrone 3 plus comes with 4 replaceable propellers without any protection propellor guards, under the body we can see the landing legs, below we see the action camera mount with a gimbal holding it for stable videos.
Modes and Features
A good feature about this drone is its attachment to the waterproof payload release which can help from fishing to helping with search and rescue by attaching a lifevest to the SplashDrone 3+.
You can have a safer flight with a dual-mode GPS connection. Assisted with the GPS location system, you will be able to easily locate the Swellpro and the GLONASS system will help with accuracy and positioning.
When the drone has lost signal or is low battery or when you can press a button and it will fly automatically using the auto return to home and land function. It also has a low-battery alert so you know when you are running out of battery.
Thanks to the strong motors the SplashDrone has a great lifting capacity as well as good speed and flying performance. And thanks to the coating system the drone is not only waterproof but has maximum resistance to saltwater corrosion and power delivery for take-off from water and in heavy rain.
The remote controller on the SplashDrone is high-end as well giving you access to all of its controls. It fits well in your hands and you can easily see what’s happening with the high-brightness 5″ FPV screen display for live video.
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ also comes with a smartphone app which you can easily install and take control over the drone with it.
My opinion
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ drone is an amazing unique high-end drone, I definitely recommend getting it if it offers what you are looking for. The SplashDrone 3+ has all the basic drone features and more, as well as great flight, battery, and features.
The Swellpro SplashDrone 3+ is pretty easy to learn and will get you all those great aerial shots you would want in a drone with the 4K camera even in windy and rainy conditions, it also carries a 5200 mAh battery which will give you plenty of time to record an amazing flight distance.
Even though it’s a bit costly it’s an amazing price for everything you get in return. If you are looking for a fast drone, this one will work well as well at 20m/s, and flying as far as 1600meters(0.99mi) it can work as a fishing drone or a search and rescue drone as mention above.
This drone has a lot of positive reviews from many people and we recommend getting it if you are looking for a great drone, we hope this review was helpful.
Review Breakdown
Waterproof drone with a mounted 3-axis 4K camera. Can fly fast up to 20m/s in windy and wet conditions up to 23 minutes, comes with GPS-GLONASS, and many more useful modes.
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