The Insta360 Flow 2 smartphone gimbal balances price and features
Image: Insta360 Insta360 has announced its latest smartphone gimbal, the Flow 2. It shares many features with the Flow 2 Pro, which was released in January this year, yet comes at a more budget-friendly price. The company says the Flow 2 is a "more affordable, creator-friendly evolution" of the Flow smartphone gimbal. Like Insta360's other smartphone gimbals, the Flow 2 functions as a tripod, selfie stick and gimbal with multi-person subject tracking. The subject tracking features are powered by Insta360's Deep Track 4.0, which "brings sweeping updates to subject identification (even when obstructed by obstacles)." The Standard Bundle of the Flow 2 only supports tracking in the Insta360 app, and its Active Zoom Tracking only works with compatible iPhones. If you want tracking in any third-party app and full compatibility, even if you don't have an iPhone, you'll need to opt for the slightly more expensive Tracker Bundle. The accessory included in the Tracker Bundle enables tracking in apps like TikTok, Instagram, Zoom and more. It also adds a built-in spotlight, which the Standard bundle lacks. The Flow 2 is a three-in-one device, with the ability to serve as a selfie stick, tripod and gimbal. Image: Insta360 The gimbal supports NFC pairing, allowing users to skip the Bluetooth pairing process. Android users get an additional Quick Launch setting in the Insta360 app that automatically opens the phone's native camera app when they unfold the gimbal. It promises 10 hours of battery life, which is down slightly from the original Flow's 12 hours. As with the Flow 2 Pro, you can control the device with an Apple Watch or a second smartphone, unlocking remote use. The Flow 2 is relatively lightweight and compact, weighing approximately 348g (12.3oz). The magnetic phone clamp adds another 25g (0.9oz). When folded, it's only 97.9x178.4x36.7mm (3.6x7x1.4"), making it easy to pack when traveling. Image: Insta360 Within the Insta360 app is the company's "golden ratio composition tech" that can suggest shots for you. It will automatically perform barrel rolls, dolly zooms or 360°panoramas with a tap, making it easier for beginners to get more advanced-looking videos. The Insta360 Flow 2 is available now for $110 for the Standard Bundle, while the AI Tracker Bundle costs $130. The Mic Air is a tiny wireless mic that works with Insta360's lineup without any accessories, or with other devices with the option transmitter and receiver. Image: Insta360 Insta360 also recently launched its first-ever mic, rounding out its options for content creators. The Insta360 Mic Air is a tiny device that works wirelessly without additional adapters when paired with Insta360's X5 and Ace Pro 2 (more models coming soon) and Flow series gimbals. It can work with non-Insta360 devices, but you'll need a transmitter and receiver for those. The Insta36 Mic Air is available for only $49, making it a very affordable audio solution for those sticking to Insta360 products. The bundle with the transmitter and receiver costs $69, which is still significantly more affordable than the DJI Mic Mini, and slightly less expensive than the similar-looking SmallRig S 60 mic. Buy now: Buy at Amazon Buy at Insta360 Press release: Insta360 Unveils Flow 2: Affordable, All-in-One Smartphone Gimbal for Effortless Content Creation We’re excited to officially launch Insta360 Flow 2! A more affordable, creator-friendly evolution of the gimbal we’ve spent years refining. It’s built for anyone with a story to tell, be that playing with kids, group vlogs, video calls, or just a quiet solo trip. With built-in 3-axis stabilization, NFC One-Tap Shooting, a sturdy selfie stick and tripod, Deep Track 4.0, Multi Person Tracking and Active Zoom Tracking, all with a 10-hour battery, Flow 2 keeps the best of what creators love, now at a price that makes it more accessible than ever. “With Flow 2, we're taking everything we’ve learned from developing the Flow series, and making it easier for more people to create,” shares JK Liu, founder of Insta360. “It's designed to make smartphone shooting that much better, packed full of features, while remaining portable and accessible.” A True All-in-One Companion Folding up to fit snugly in your bag or pocket, Flow 2 comes complete with a built-in selfie stick, a sturdy metal tripod, and a 10-hour battery that can even charge your phone while you shoot. Flow 2 features NFC One-Tap Shooting* for supported phones, letting you skip the Bluetooth pairing process and jump straight into the Insta360 app’s shooting page. Just tap your phone and you’re in! For Android users, there's also an optional Quick Launch setting in the Insta360 app that automatically opens your native phone camera when you unfold the gimbal, too. Smarter Tracking, Smoother Shots At the heart of Flow 2 is our smartest tracking tech yet: Deep Track 4.0. The latest rendition of our AI tracking brings sweeping updates to subject identi
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Insta360 has announced its latest smartphone gimbal, the Flow 2. It shares many features with the Flow 2 Pro, which was released in January this year, yet comes at a more budget-friendly price. The company says the Flow 2 is a "more affordable, creator-friendly evolution" of the Flow smartphone gimbal.
Like Insta360's other smartphone gimbals, the Flow 2 functions as a tripod, selfie stick and gimbal with multi-person subject tracking. The subject tracking features are powered by Insta360's Deep Track 4.0, which "brings sweeping updates to subject identification (even when obstructed by obstacles)."
The Standard Bundle of the Flow 2 only supports tracking in the Insta360 app, and its Active Zoom Tracking only works with compatible iPhones. If you want tracking in any third-party app and full compatibility, even if you don't have an iPhone, you'll need to opt for the slightly more expensive Tracker Bundle. The accessory included in the Tracker Bundle enables tracking in apps like TikTok, Instagram, Zoom and more. It also adds a built-in spotlight, which the Standard bundle lacks.
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The Flow 2 is a three-in-one device, with the ability to serve as a selfie stick, tripod and gimbal. Image: Insta360 |
The gimbal supports NFC pairing, allowing users to skip the Bluetooth pairing process. Android users get an additional Quick Launch setting in the Insta360 app that automatically opens the phone's native camera app when they unfold the gimbal. It promises 10 hours of battery life, which is down slightly from the original Flow's 12 hours. As with the Flow 2 Pro, you can control the device with an Apple Watch or a second smartphone, unlocking remote use.
The Flow 2 is relatively lightweight and compact, weighing approximately 348g (12.3oz). The magnetic phone clamp adds another 25g (0.9oz). When folded, it's only 97.9x178.4x36.7mm (3.6x7x1.4"), making it easy to pack when traveling.
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Within the Insta360 app is the company's "golden ratio composition tech" that can suggest shots for you. It will automatically perform barrel rolls, dolly zooms or 360°panoramas with a tap, making it easier for beginners to get more advanced-looking videos.
The Insta360 Flow 2 is available now for $110 for the Standard Bundle, while the AI Tracker Bundle costs $130.
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The Mic Air is a tiny wireless mic that works with Insta360's lineup without any accessories, or with other devices with the option transmitter and receiver. Image: Insta360 |
Insta360 also recently launched its first-ever mic, rounding out its options for content creators. The Insta360 Mic Air is a tiny device that works wirelessly without additional adapters when paired with Insta360's X5 and Ace Pro 2 (more models coming soon) and Flow series gimbals. It can work with non-Insta360 devices, but you'll need a transmitter and receiver for those.
The Insta36 Mic Air is available for only $49, making it a very affordable audio solution for those sticking to Insta360 products. The bundle with the transmitter and receiver costs $69, which is still significantly more affordable than the DJI Mic Mini, and slightly less expensive than the similar-looking SmallRig S 60 mic.
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Press release:
Insta360 Unveils Flow 2: Affordable, All-in-One Smartphone Gimbal for Effortless Content Creation
We’re excited to officially launch Insta360 Flow 2!
A more affordable, creator-friendly evolution of the gimbal we’ve spent years refining. It’s built for anyone with a story to tell, be that playing with kids, group vlogs, video calls, or just a quiet solo trip.
With built-in 3-axis stabilization, NFC One-Tap Shooting, a sturdy selfie stick and tripod, Deep Track 4.0, Multi Person Tracking and Active Zoom Tracking, all with a 10-hour battery, Flow 2 keeps the best of what creators love, now at a price that makes it more accessible than ever.
“With Flow 2, we're taking everything we’ve learned from developing the Flow series, and making it easier for more people to create,” shares JK Liu, founder of Insta360. “It's designed to make smartphone shooting that much better, packed full of features, while remaining portable and accessible.”
A True All-in-One Companion
Folding up to fit snugly in your bag or pocket, Flow 2 comes complete with a built-in selfie stick, a sturdy metal tripod, and a 10-hour battery that can even charge your phone while you shoot.
Flow 2 features NFC One-Tap Shooting* for supported phones, letting you skip the Bluetooth pairing process and jump straight into the Insta360 app’s shooting page. Just tap your phone and you’re in!
For Android users, there's also an optional Quick Launch setting in the Insta360 app that automatically opens your native phone camera when you unfold the gimbal, too.
Smarter Tracking, Smoother Shots
At the heart of Flow 2 is our smartest tracking tech yet: Deep Track 4.0.
The latest rendition of our AI tracking brings sweeping updates to subject identification (even when obstructed by obstacles), and better support for tracking full groups. This works incredibly well if you're vlogging with friends, or filming a group dance or performance, ensuring nobody is left out of shot!
There's also the handy Pro Framing Grid, using Insta360's golden ratio tech to allow for 9 unique angles (simply tap the screen, Flow 2 will accomodate your subject), to ensure you get perfect framing for your environment.
Even better, you can control your Flow 2 remotely via Apple Watch or a second smartphone. It’s perfect for those moments when the whole family wants to be in the shot. No more awkwardly asking strangers for help!
As Max Richter, Co-founder and VP of Marketing, puts it: “Flow 2 is an exciting addition to our gimbal lineup. Its accessible pricing combined with plenty of exciting features really positions it as an everyday gimbal far ahead of the competition."
Vlog-Ready with the New Insta360 Mic Air
We’ve made vlogging easier with tools like the new Insta360 Mic Air for hands-free audio, letting you capture clearer voiceovers or commentary whether you're walking, cooking, or unboxing.
Combined with the new Teleprompter feature via the Insta360 app, you'll have perfect live cooking demos, product showcases, and more! Simply load your script and it’ll scroll while you record with your phone’s camera.
Flow 2 also includes the AI Tracker, which enables subject tracking in third-party apps that don’t natively support it, especially helpful for Android users, offering powerful tracking capabilities across more platforms. Better yet, it includes a built-in spotlight for natural shots even at night!
Once you're done filming, the AI Editing Suite can auto-trim and polish your footage for you as well!
Flow 2 vs. Flow 2 Pro: What’s the Difference?
Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro share most of the same smart shooting features, but Flow 2 Pro adds some hardware and design upgrades for creators who want even more:
| Feature | Flow 2 | Flow 2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Deep Track 4.0 | Yes | Yes |
| Pro Framing Grid | Yes | Yes |
| NFC One-Tap Pairing | Yes | Yes |
| AI Tracker (for 3rd-party apps) | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Spotlight | Yes | Yes |
| Insta360 Mic Air Support | Yes | Yes |
| Teleprompter Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Selfie Mirror | No | Yes |
| Tracking Ring Light | No | Yes |
| Transparent Motor Design | No | Yes |
| Apple DockKit Native Tracking | No | Yes |
| 360 Infinite Pan Tracking | No (limited tracking) | Yes |
| Free Tilt Mode | No | Yes |
If you want the most advanced mobile gimbal out there, Flow 2 Pro is for you. If you want the best value in the game, Flow 2 hits that sweet spot.
Built for Real Life
We designed Flow 2 with a clear goal: pack in the powerful tools creators love, drop the friction, and make the price more accessible. From the first tap to the final edit, it’s designed to be smooth, powerful, and accessible.
For those looking for the most flexibility in how they approach smartphone filming, or require advanced shots like 360 Infinite Pan Tracking or tilt shots, Flow 2 Pro is not going anywhere, and may be your ideal pick for smarter shots on mobile.
Flow 2 is available now, starting from $109.99 for the Standard Bundle, or $129.99 for the AI Tracker Bundle. Both bundles are available via the Insta360 Official Store, Amazon, and global retailers.
*NFC pairing is supported on select phone models. Further compatibility details available at insta360.com.
