Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 12 m |
| Max 4K fps | 60 | 120 |
| Max video | 5.7K | 8K |
Between the MAX 2 and Ace Pro 2, the MAX 2 comes out ahead in several specs, while the Ace Pro 2 wins on waterproof depth / max 4k fps. Overall, the MAX 2 scores 73.8 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 11.7 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 MAX 2 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 waterproof depth / max 4k fps. Its strongest claims are waterproof depth, max 4k fps, max video. The single most decisive one: Waterproof depth — 140.00% more. 12 m vs 5 m.
Both ship with comparable stabilization, horizon lock, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
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 - MAX 2 or Insta360 - Ace Pro 2?
Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 leads the current Mars Score by 11.7 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 - MAX 2 if…
GoPro - MAX 2 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 water depth m, max fps 4k, max video.
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 - MAX 2 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 wins
- ▲Waterproof depth — 140.00% more. 12 m vs 5 m.
- ▲Max 4K fps — 100.00% more. 120 vs 60.
- ▲Max video: 8K (vs 5.7K).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 5.7K | 8Klead |
| Max 4K fps | 60 | 120lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| Log profileⓘ | true | true |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | true | true |
| Stabilization | gimbal-class | gimbal-class |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - MAX 2 | Insta360 - Ace Pro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 12 mlead |
| Weight | 165 glead | 180 g |
| Removable lens | false | truelead |