GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5

GoPro Max 2

€450

Insta360 X5

$590

Quick verdict

GoPro Max 2

€450

The better pick if you want:

To spend $140 less

Insta360 X5

$590

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (53 vs 32)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 15 products in Action Camera on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

GoPro Max 2· leads in 3

Field of viewLightnessAffordability

Insta360 X5· leads in 3

Battery lifePhoto resolutionWater resistance

Battery life
1.1 h
3.5 hTop 27%
Photo resolution
29 MP
72 MPTop 23%
Field of view
180°Top 12%
170°Top 29%
Water resistance
5 m
15 mTop 38%
Lightness
195 g
200 g
Affordability
$450
$590

Technical Specifications

Compare features between GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (12)

Essentials

€450

$590

September 2025

April 2025

Video

MP4 H.265/HEVC

MP4 (H.264/H.265), INSV

Max HyperSmooth + 360° Horizon Lock

FlowState 6-Axis Gyro + Horizon Lock

Photo & lens

Dual 1/2.3" CMOS (29 MP real, 12 MP effective)

Dual 1/1.28" CMOS (approx. 72MP)

29 MP 360° / 12 MP single-lens

11904×5952 (72MP)

180° per lens

170° per lens

f/1.8

f/2.0

Battery

Up to ~66 min 8K

Up to ~3.5 hours (varies by mode)

Yes

Build & durability

5 m

IP68 up to 15 m

195 g

200 g

Ready to buy?

Have you used the GoPro Max 2 before?

Help the community by answering

Have you used the Insta360 X5 before?

Help the community by answering

Video Reviews

Watch real-world YouTube reviews from content creators and the Trail Running community.

See all 10 video reviews

GoPro Max 2

Insta360 X5

Visual Comparison

See the differences between GoPro Max 2 and Insta360 X5 in a side-by-side slider comparison.

Comparison Questions

Answers based on product data and key differences.

Ask your own question

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask anything about GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5 and our AI will answer.

Try asking:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5?

For value comparison: The GoPro Max 2 ($450) offers better affordability compared to the Insta360 X5 ($590). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the GoPro Max 2 or the Insta360 X5?

The GoPro Max 2 is newer: it came out in September 2025, and the Insta360 X5 in April 2025.

Looking for alternatives to GoPro Max 2?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

See all alternatives

GoPro Hero 13

GoPro

$450Score 32

Compare with GoPro Max 2

Insta360 Ace Pro 2

Insta360

$470+$20Score 35+3

Better than GoPro Max 2 at:

A higher overall score (35 vs 32)

Compare with GoPro Max 2

Insta360 Go Ultra

Insta360

$429−$21Score 29−3

Better than GoPro Max 2 at:

To spend $21 less

Compare with GoPro Max 2

Popular Comparisons

Compare GoPro Max 2 or Insta360 X5 with other top trail running action camera from brands such as GoPro, Insta360 and more.

Action Camera

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 15 products in Action Camera on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

GoPro Max 2· leads in 3

Field of viewLightnessAffordability

Insta360 X5· leads in 3

Battery lifePhoto resolutionWater resistance

Battery life
1.1 h
3.5 hTop 27%
Photo resolution
29 MP
72 MPTop 23%
Field of view
180°Top 12%
170°Top 29%
Water resistance
5 m
15 mTop 38%
Lightness
195 g
200 g
Affordability
$450
$590

GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5

GoPro Max 2

Insta360 X5

Quick verdict

Spec profile