The Short Answer
DJI's Osmo Mobile 8 and Insta360's Flow 2 Pro are lighter, with deep iPhone integration. Hohem's V3 Ultra and M7 carry heavier phones (400 to 500 g), fit thicker cases, and add a detachable touchscreen remote. Pick by phone and tracking needs.
Three brands, three fan clubs. Your barkada's group chat has a DJI loyalist, an Insta360 convert, and someone who just posts "Hohem, sulit." Everyone has an opinion and nobody has the spec sheets open. Let's open them.
This is the comparison hub for our gimbal series. We sell Hohem, not DJI or Insta360, so we have a reason to be careful here: every DJI and Insta360 figure below comes from published listings and reviews we cite, and we say plainly where the other brands are the better pick. On the Hohem side, the two models that matter are the Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra and the M7.
Spec Sheet, Side by Side
| Spec | Hohem V3 Ultra | Hohem M7 | DJI Osmo Mobile 8 | Insta360 Flow 2 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gimbal weight | 428 g | 629 g | 370 g | 357 g |
| Max phone weight | 400 g | 500 g | 300 g | about 330 g |
| Phone width / thickness | 58 to 98 mm / up to 12.5 mm | 58 to 90 mm / 6.9 to 12.5 mm | 67 to 84 mm / 6.9 to 10 mm | Not listed in our sources |
| Rated battery | about 9 hrs; 4 with tracking + light | up to 12 hrs | about 10 hrs; 5 with tracking | about 10 hrs |
| Tracking in any app | Yes, via AI module | Yes, via AI module | Yes, via multifunction module; DockKit on iPhone | DockKit on iPhone; app on Android |
| Remote | Detachable 1.22-inch touchscreen | Detachable 1.4-inch touchscreen | Built-in controls | Built-in controls |
| Price | ₱9,711 (VMI Direct) | ₱11,699 (VMI Direct) | US$149 list | US$159 list |
Hohem specs from Hohem's published specifications. DJI figures from Adorama's Osmo Mobile 8 listing; Insta360 figures from GimbalReview. US list prices; we do not sell DJI or Insta360.
Where Each Brand Wins
DJI Osmo Mobile 8
- Light at 370 g, with a built-in tripod and 215 mm rod.
- Magnetic clamp for fast phone on and off.
- ActiveTrack 7.0 in the DJI Mimo app, plus DockKit support so tracking works in iPhone camera apps. NoypiGeeks reported its module can now track pets too.
- Watch: 300 g payload and a 10 mm thickness limit rule out many cased flagships.
Insta360 Flow 2 Pro
- DockKit gives native tracking in the iPhone Camera, FaceTime and Blackmagic Camera apps.
- Multi-subject framing with Deep Track 4.0 in the Insta360 app.
- Watch: Android users do not get DockKit, and GimbalReview noted the motors struggle above 330 g.
Hohem V3 Ultra and M7
- Highest payloads (400 and 500 g) and the widest, thickest phone support.
- Detachable touchscreen remotes with live preview, useful when the phone is across the room.
- Tracking works in any app on iPhone and Android because the AI runs on the gimbal's own module.
- Watch: heavier to carry, especially the M7, and TechRadar noted the V3 Ultra uses a standard clamp rather than a magnetic quick-release.
Which One Fits You
- iPhone, light case, want the lightest kit: DJI Osmo Mobile 8 or Insta360 Flow 2 Pro.
- Android user who wants tracking in TikTok or Facebook Live: Hohem V3 Ultra, because its tracking does not depend on DockKit or a brand app.
- Pro Max or Ultra phone with a case, mic or light: Hohem M7. See our heavy phone guide.
- You want a screen remote to frame from far away: Hohem V3 Ultra or M7.
Go Deeper: The Comparison Series
- Hohem iSteady M7 vs DJI Osmo Mobile 8
- Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra review: spec check and tester roundup
- V3 Ultra vs V3
- V3 Ultra vs M7
- M6 vs M7
What About Prices in the Philippines?
We can only quote what we sell: the V3 Ultra at ₱9,711 and the M7 at ₱11,699 on vmidirectph.com. DJI and Insta360 prices in the Philippines vary by reseller and change with promotions. For reference, NoypiGeeks reported the Osmo Mobile 8's China launch price at CNY898, about ₱7,400 at the time. Compare local prices on the day you buy, from authorized sellers of each brand, and factor in what accessories you would need to add to make each kit complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hohem better than DJI?
Neither is better for everyone. DJI is lighter with strong iPhone integration; Hohem carries heavier phones and tracks in any app on Android too.
Does Hohem work with iPhone?
Yes. Hohem gimbals work with iPhone and Android. On models with a built-in AI tracker, like the V3 Ultra and M7, tracking runs on the gimbal, so it works in any camera app.
Which gimbal is best for Android?
One whose tracking does not depend on DockKit, such as the Hohem V3 Ultra or M7, if you want tracking inside third-party apps.
Questions? Contact our team. VMI Direct is an authorized Hohem distributor in the Philippines.
Written by Johannes Yu, VMI Direct. Sources linked above. DJI and Insta360 are trademarks of their owners; we do not sell their products.
