Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
GoPro Max 2 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.5). The gap is mostly about action sports + outdoor adventure creators — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Max 2 is the action pick — GoPro's rugged 360 camera with 6-mic sound.
The X3 is the entry Insta360 pick — affordable 360 camera with FlowState stabilization.
Best for action. Best audio (6-mic). Less software polish.
Cheapest Insta360. 5.7K. Older model.
| Spec | GoPro Max 2 | Insta360 X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 8K | 5.7K 360 |
| Mics | 6 | — |
| Toughness | Action-rated | — |
| Brand | GoPro | Insta360 |
| Stabilization | — | FlowState |
| Form | — | Compact |