Insta360 Ace Pro 2 review: buy or skip?

What the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 does well

The headline: large sensor action cam with flip screen. Key specs: Video: 8K 30p; Stabilization: FlowState; Waterproof: 39 ft; Battery: Up to 180 min. In our list it is the pick for: low light. It usually sells for $399–$449.

Co-engineered with Leica for better low-light footage.

The trade-offs

Good: great low light, flip screen, 8K, good audio. Not so good: pricey, larger. Read the skip-if line before you order: skip it if you want 360° video.

What to buy instead

Instead, consider the GoPro HERO13 Black ($349–$399): best-in-class stabilization with a huge mount ecosystem. Better if you want the most versatile action camera.

Instead, consider the Insta360 GO 3S ($349–$399): thumb-size 4K camera that clips anywhere. Better if you want hands-free POV shots.

Instead, consider the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro ($299–$349): better low light and battery than GoPro. Better if you film at night or in cold weather.

Before you buy

Stabilization keeps footage smooth without a gimbal. Waterproofing to 10 m+ without a case. Batteries drain fast in cold weather; carry spares.

US buyer tip

GoPro bundles with extra batteries and a case are usually cheaper than buying separately.

Prices on Amazon.com move in a pattern. The deepest cuts land on Prime Day in July, Prime Big Deal Days in October and the Black Friday to Cyber Monday week, with smaller drops around Presidents Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and back-to-school. Judge a deal against the usual price we show, never against the crossed-out list price.

Order from Amazon itself or the brand's official storefront so the US manufacturer warranty applies, keep your order confirmation and register the product with the brand. Most items can be returned within 30 days, and holiday purchases often get an extended return window into January.