# FreeFlight Mini

> Entertainment

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1137022728](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1137022728)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1137022728`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Parrot SA
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Rating:** 3.70 / 5 (513 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.5.8
- **Last updated:** 2018-10-17
- **First published:** 2016-09-02
- **Size:** 141 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/freeflight-mini/id1137022728)
- **Website:** [http://www.parrot.com](http://www.parrot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.parrot.com/privacy-policy](https://www.parrot.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

FreeFlight Mini is the official app to pilot Parrot minidrones from your smartphone or tablet. It automatically detects the connected drone and supports Bluetooth Low Energy and Wi-Fi for quick, reliable setup with an intuitive piloting interface.

The app unlocks FPV features, HD video transmission, and new pilot modes for adventurous flying. From Easy, Drift, to Racing modes, you can perform acrobatics, capture photos, and customize Flypad controls for precise control every flight.

## Rankings

- #79,190 — Overall

## Review summary

FreeFlight Mini gets a mixed reception. When the drone connects, flight controls feel quick and the experience can be smooth, and several reviewers say the app works well with Parrot Mambo and FlyPad for FPV. However, recurring issues center on updates and connectivity: firmware update failures, Bluetooth/iOS compatibility problems on newer devices, and spotty connections. Battery life is very short in several reports, and the app itself is prone to crashes. Camera/FPV setup is sometimes unreliable. Overall, reliability hinges on stable updates and robust connectivity.

### Pros

- When connected, the drone responds quickly with smooth flight controls.
- The app supports Parrot Mambo and FlyPad for FPV flying.
- Some reviewers report that the app generally works well with Parrot hardware and the drones are enjoyable.

### Cons

- Frequent firmware/update failures that block flying (update required, error downloading firmware, or updates not completing).
- Poor Bluetooth/connection compatibility with newer iOS devices and some models (XR, iPhone 11, iPad low power Bluetooth) and overall spotty connections.
- Very short battery life (drone dies in minutes).
- App crashes and instability (crashes on start or when tapping buttons).
- Camera/FPV setup and connection issues (unreliable camera connection, FPV often not working).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1137022728)