Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max 4K fps | 30 | 120 |
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 12 m |
| Horizon lock | false | true |
| Max video | 4K30 | 8K |
| Stabilization | advanced | gimbal-class |
Between the HERO (2024) and Ace Pro 2, the HERO (2024) comes out ahead in several specs, while the Ace Pro 2 wins on max 4k fps / waterproof depth. Overall, the HERO (2024) scores 52.1 and the Ace Pro 2 scores 85.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Ace Pro 2 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 33.4 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The HERO (2024) does not pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec-table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the Ace Pro 2 if you care most about max 4k fps / waterproof depth. Its strongest claims are max 4k fps, waterproof depth, horizon lock, among others. The single most decisive one: Max 4K fps — 300.00% more. 120 vs 30.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the Ace Pro 2 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: GoPro - HERO (2024) or Insta360 - Ace Pro 2?
Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 leads the current Mars Score by 33.4 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare max video, max 4k fps, waterproof depth against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose GoPro - HERO (2024) if…
GoPro - HERO (2024) does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
Choose Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 if…
Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 has the measurable edge on max fps 4k, water depth m, has horizon lock.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why GoPro - HERO (2024) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 wins
- ▲Max 4K fps — 300.00% more. 120 vs 30.
- ▲Waterproof depth — 140.00% more. 12 m vs 5 m.
- ▲Has Horizon lock.
- ▲Max video: 8K (vs 4K30).
- ▲Stabilization: gimbal-class (vs advanced).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K30 | 8Klead |
| Max 4K fps | 30 | 120lead |
| HDRⓘ | false | truelead |
| Log profileⓘ | false | truelead |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | false | truelead |
| Stabilization | advanced | gimbal-classlead |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 12 mlead |
| Weight | 86 glead | 180 g |
| Removable lens | false | truelead |