Between the MAX 2 and HERO13 Black Mini (rumored), the MAX 2 comes out ahead in max video and stabilization, while the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) wins on waterproof depth. Overall, the MAX 2 scores 58.6 and the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) 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.
Pick the MAX 2 if you care most about max video and stabilization. The biggest gaps in its favor are max video, stabilization.
Pick the HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) if you care most about waterproof depth. Its strongest claims are waterproof depth.
Both ship with comparable max 4k fps, 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 GoPro - MAX 2 wins
- ▲Max video: 5.7K (vs 5.3K).
- ▲Stabilization: gimbal-class (vs advanced).
Why GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) wins
- ▲Waterproof depth — 100.00% more. 10 m vs 5 m.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 5.7Klead | 5.3K |
| Max 4K fps | 60 | 60 |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| Log profileⓘ | truelead | false |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | true | true |
| Stabilization | gimbal-classlead | advanced |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | GoPro - HERO13 Black Mini (rumored) |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 10 mlead |
| Weight | 165 g | 133 glead |
| Removable lens | false | false |
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