Between the Brave 8 and X4, the Brave 8 comes out ahead in several specs, while the X4 wins on max video and stabilization. Overall, the Brave 8 scores 58.6 and the X4 scores 58.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes, with the decision sitting on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
The Brave 8 doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the X4 if you care most about max video and stabilization. Its strongest claims are max video, stabilization.
Both ship with comparable max 4k fps, waterproof depth, horizon lock, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity tells you both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Why Akaso - Brave 8 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Insta360 - X4 wins
- ▲Max video: 8K (vs 4K60).
- ▲Stabilization: gimbal-class (vs advanced).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Akaso - Brave 8 | Insta360 - X4 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K60 | 8Klead |
| Max 4K fps | 60 | 60 |
| HDRⓘ | false | truelead |
| Log profileⓘ | false | false |
Stabilization
| Spec | Akaso - Brave 8 | Insta360 - X4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | true | true |
| Stabilization | advanced | gimbal-classlead |
Durability
| Spec | Akaso - Brave 8 | Insta360 - X4 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 10 m | 10 m |
| Weight | 120 glead | 203 g |
| Removable lens | false | false |
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