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GoPro HERO13 Black
Based on 57 credible posts from YouTube & Bluesky. 25 filtered out as bot-like or off-topic.
Medium confidenceA solid sample; expect small shifts as more owners post. How we score
Scored September 27, 2026
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Owner reviews
Overall owner mood
Owners mostly like it, with reservations: 46% of 57 reviews are positive, 50% mixed, and only 4% negative. Praise centers on camera and sound. The most common complaint is battery & charging (6 owners). Owners with 6+ months of use are less positive (29%), which suggests it wears on people over time.
What owners like
Camera praised by 12 owners
“That can be a game changer in terms of continuous use of the camera.”
Sound praised by 2 owners
“Since I do jet ski videos I need waterproof camera with remote audio…not sure I will stay with Go pro even though have now implemented it to be compatible with the dji mic 2….”
What owners complain about
Battery & charging raised by 6 owners
“The new charging connector is NOT on the GoPro website for sale as of Sept.”
Camera raised by 5 owners
“I loved my Hero3's but the GoPros I purchased after that are very temperamental cameras.”
Software & AI raised by 3 owners
“I've had enough of people whinging and complaining about minor updates.”
Performance raised by 3 owners
“From my experience, overheating tests don’t always match real world use.”
What owners talk about
- Camera12 praise · 5 complain
- Battery & charging3 praise · 6 complain
- Software & AI2 praise · 3 complain
- Connectivity2 praise · 3 complain
- Price & value2 praise · 3 complain
- Performance0 praise · 3 complain
- Sound2 praise · 0 complain
- Display1 praise · 1 complain
Built from the reviews themselves — every quote links to the owner who wrote it.
Full text of every credible post we scored. Bot-like and off-topic comments are hidden.
had my go pro 13 here creator edition for a year now and never knew i could take the lens off.
[...] I loved my Hero3's but the GoPros I purchased after that are very temperamental cameras. [...] GoPro's share price has collapsed since 2015. [...]
[...] It's crazy how action cameras keep getting better and offering more features. [...] The battery life has been great for me too, and it never overheated here in the US. From my experience, overheating tests don’t always match real world use. Plus, battery performance depends a lot on how long you’ve been using it. [...]
I purchased my first action camera GoPro Hero 10 Black. [...] It detects the battery but the front cam would stay light up, but back screen is nothing. [...] I'm not good at editing footage, I'm not tech savvy but I am thinking of replacing the Hero 10 with just the base priced Hero Lit. [...] Is it still worth if I buy the same Hero 10 or upgrade? [...]
As an active cyclist, I bought the DJI Osmo A4 about 6 months ago just b/c of the battery life, magnetic mount, lighter and smaller. Now though, I might consider getting the GP H13, with the magnetic mount being implemented, GPS return, slight increase in battery life, and all of the additional features. Buttttt, probably gonna wait a bit for prices to go down, so likely another 6 months from now.
With all the nice innovations and the great possibilities of changing lenses and the powerful battery, I am disappointed as Europe's largest touring and spot channel for water sports. [...] But the competition hasn't slept - the INSTA 360Ace Pro that I tested has a large sensor and delivers great results in low light, but I was disappointed because it's not a real action cam. [...]
[...] Everyone made fun of me and told me it wasn't what we were looking for in an action camera. [...] As for the lack of brightness in night mode, I remain disappointed because it is still an essential point, especially underwater. [...]
I do think that the GoPro is a good camera. [...] I only purchased my first GoPro camera a few months ago, and I purchased the Hero 10 black. For the moment it does what I want an action camera to do, so no necessity to upgrade for more fearures. However, I do have one con, and unless GoPro changes in the future how the battery compartment opens (not a good design for anyone that has problems with their fingers) , I will probably not be upgrading to a future version.
[...] Was looking at the new camera GoPro came out with but I just needed another action cam for the shots I want for this project. [...]
This action camera survived things my phone never could 💪 GoPro HERO13 Black Creator Edition - Includes HERO13 Black 💲$520 → AmazonAffiliate DJI
I just bought the GoPro 13 today after having the 9 for 6yrs.
still using my go pro 4 and i think quality is the same as 13, its just fire
I still use my GoPro hero 7 black works great but thinking about upgrading to the HERO Black 13
Super Amazing Update. Especially about the Quick Capture update. Today I was fishing for the 1st time and was frustrated when I hit the capture button I seen it took longer for the camera to shut off! But, because of your Update, Now I know, Also I used Voice command GoPro Stop and the camera stopped recording and shut off. [...]
I got a GoPro Hero13 Black during the summer because I needed something a bit more new and current than my GoPro Hero 2. Here are some of the practice shots I did with the Time Lapse Modes: Light Painting and Star Trails. gopro GoProHero13Black youtu.be/eXqIk5abAmA?...
[...] I've a decision coming back to Gopro because of the integrated GPS (just have order placed)... I got the Osmo action 5 and GPS module - way too trouble to use.. and signal acquisition is slow.
Amazing Video, I just bought my first gopro and this video helped me understand it a lot more better including its accessories, thanks!
[...] Hero 13 is my first "action cam", I'm a video professional but have never dabbled in this tech till now. [...]
I'm new to action cameras and I've just got the GoPro 13 black for my first one, I think I'll get used to it as for other cameras I personally don't think I'll see any difference if I'm honest 👍🏻
[...] Can I just transfer my settings over to the 13 and let the camera read the correct nd lens and adjust for motion blur?
Just got my 13, coming from a hero 2 this is a big improvement
[...] I also have a Hero 13, and have not had any problems at all.
[...] Suffice it to say, his video showed up just after I got a GoPro 13 for Christmas for my YouTube channel. [...]
I got gopro7 and this week i get mine gopro13 😊 home deliverd
[...] I've had enough of people whinging and complaining about minor updates. Things like Action Cameras, Smartphones, Laptops etc. [...]
thanks gopro for the update. love since gps is back on gopro camera. now looking forward to have gopro and quick subscription to be available on my country (Malaysia) since many years.
My main gripe with GP is the crap batteries in cold weather. I didn't think any action cams could have worse but you said the Osmo was even worse. I was actually thinking of buying the Osmo but I'm having 2nd thoughts now
Really appreciate the camera vids. My gopro 7 black still runs but battery life is short. [...]
15:17 Salve Ray, I believe its perfectly fine for the GPH13 or any GP Hero to throttle charging rates when it's within the camera body. [...] You certainly don't want your precious action cam to flat-out burst into flames when charging it up! Plus battery health is cared for with throttled down rates. Charge up those Action 4 batteries at blitzkrieg speeds back to back for several months and your battery/ies will be as good as ruined!!! [...]
[...] The new charging connector is NOT on the GoPro website for sale as of Sept. [...] That can be a game changer in terms of continuous use of the camera. [...]
Great video. I'm sticking with my GoPro 10 for another year. I have zero issues with camera and these changes aren't enough for me to change cameras.
Hi guys I have over 1000 videos in the gopro cloud. It is a tremendous bang for buck. You can even share 360 vids with others etc.
[...] Totally given up when the gps was taken away. [...]
I don’t get people that update everything every year. The base cycle for my phone is 4 years, I’ll try to get this one to 5. [...]
Has anyone experienced any issues with stabilization issues + quick capture? I've just had my GoPro11 Black replaced with the 13 Black and the 11 was having loads of stabilization/quick capture issues. Like the hypersmooth just wouldn't work and the footage would look horrible, basically unsaveable after. I always use quick capture and came accross some people having similar issues so I was wondering if any of the 13 user have had that?
[...] I had to go online to find out whats going on apparently too much heat inside the camera causes overheating which led to the batteries demise. [...]
I have the 13 and I like it, but I wish it came with a user manual to explain all the features. This is my first venture into photography and I haven't a clue on how to use 90% of the features.
I just got the 13 with the intentions of chin mounting to my motorbike helmet, bit gutting seeing a lot of people say the dji is better but some still say that go pro cant be beaten for moto vlogging ?
The only gopro ive had issues with overheating (the camera turned off because it was too hot) is the gopro mini 11. It has an internal battery so not suprised. [...] If im able to, i just splash some water on the camera or dunk the back in some water. [...] The newest hero mini camera was a let down. My phone camera puts it to shame. [...] I had a float case on the 12 and the camera came off my helmet when i was going down the road at 45mph. The camera didnt even stop recording lol. I recently broke the ultra wide lens for the 13 and that was frustrating.
First gopro worth the investment. I have some problems when i want to connect with the app sometimes it take it instant sometime just wasting time waiting to connect
[...] Definitely seems worth it. [...]
[...] I have the 13 in my cart but with new batteries and charger its $500 US, so I just keep looking at it. I am not sure it worth the upgrade from an 11. [...]
[...] Travel and activity often start in the low light AM. I need one camera for the day. Hoping to come back to GoPro for the 14, with new sensor and useable low light.
Just bought a hero 12 and really happy with it. I’m filming my R/C car racing on my channel. Annoyed the battery has changed again but other features look good
Definitely the most comprehensive review of the Hero 13 on YouTube at the moment. [...] 😃 The one feature that might tempt me to upgrade from the Hero 11 Black is the ability to connect to wireless mics like the DJI Mic 2. [...] It would also mean that I wouldn't need the Media Mod any more for better audio in general use. I have seen a video where the sound quality is degraded via Bluetooth to the GoPro compared with internal recording on the DJI Mic 2. Hopefully this can be fixed with a firmware update. The charging cable is redundant to me as the GoPro is usually mounted on the Volta. [...] It will be interesting to see a more long term test to see whether the firmware is less buggy than the Hero 11.
[...] I bought it on release, I’ve had one over-heating situation and low light takes a bit of adjustment in the settings or editor, since they haven’t improved the sensor for low light settings I will likely be going with a different company for a second angle or evening projects. [...]
Great video. I would love an action camera that could film for 2 hours non stop from one battery, make it bigger I don’t care. Personally I have a GoPro hero 10 black and the insta360 ace pro, wins in most comparisons, although the GoPro wins with the front video screen, it’s just easy to use if filming in car footage, although it could be bigger.
[...] New Batterie ... no new Go Pro for me. Have always 2 on my bike and will not by 2 new ones. One would mean 2 Batteries and changer on my bike .. no. One Questions Quick Capture , is the long press mode back ? This starts a Hyperlapse one of my most used features. This is why I still use my 10 because the new ones, does not have this anymore ?
Solid review mate! Sadly I’m not impressed enough to want to spend a whole lot of money for marginal updates, I wish the would have driven a bit more new as now it’s closer to par with the DJI, but DJI now is going to release their next gen. Espcialllly the batteries, I get very few benefits without the new lenses and have to toss all the old Enduro batteries which work great.
[...] A little disappointed they decided to change the battery, but with improved charge speeds and runtimes it makes sense.
GoPro HERO13 Black long-term: how it holds up
When problems show up
- Battery & chargingtypically around 2.7 years · 2 reports
- Cameratypically around 6.5 years · 2 reports
The claims, and the evidence
Owners push back on 2 of 7 marketing claims.
What the brand claims
- 5.3K60 videoOwners agreeCamera: 12 of 17 positive
- HyperSmooth 6.0 stabilizationOwners agreeCamera: 12 of 17 positive
- HB-Series interchangeable lens modsOwners agreeCamera: 12 of 17 positive
- 1900mAh Enduro batteryOwners disagreeBattery & charging: 3 of 9 positive
- Magnetic latch mounting
- Waterproof to 10mFew owner reports
- GPSOwners disagreeConnectivity: 2 of 5 positive
What owners report
“had my go pro 13 here creator edition for a year now and never knew i could take the lens off.”
after 1 yearView on YouTube“[...] It's crazy how action cameras keep getting better and offering more features. [...] The battery life has been great for me too, and it never overheated here in the US. From my experience, overheating tests don’t always match real world use. Plus, battery performance depends a lot on how long you’ve been using it. [...]”
after 1 yearView on YouTube“[...] I loved my Hero3's but the GoPros I purchased after that are very temperamental cameras. [...] GoPro's share price has collapsed since 2015. [...]”
after 10 yearsView on YouTube“I purchased my first action camera GoPro Hero 10 Black. [...] It detects the battery but the front cam would stay light up, but back screen is nothing. [...] I'm not good at editing footage, I'm not tech savvy but I am thinking of replacing the Hero 10 with just the base priced Hero Lit. [...] Is it still worth if I buy the same Hero 10 or upgrade? [...]”
after 4 yearsView on YouTube
Common GoPro HERO13 Black problems
Issues at least two owners independently report.
- Battery & charging6 mentionsView on YouTube
“I do think that the GoPro is a good camera. [...] I only purchased my first GoPro camera a few months ago, and I purchased the Hero 10 black. For the moment it does what I want an action camera to do, so no necessity to upgrade for more fearures. However, I do have one con, and unless GoPro changes in the future how the battery compartment opens (not a good design for anyone that has problems with their fingers) , I will probably not be upgrading to a future version.”
- Performance3 mentionsView on YouTube
“[...] I had to go online to find out whats going on apparently too much heat inside the camera causes overheating which led to the batteries demise. [...]”
- Software & AI3 mentionsView on YouTube
“I don’t get people that update everything every year. The base cycle for my phone is 4 years, I’ll try to get this one to 5. [...]”
- Connectivity3 mentionsView on YouTube
“Definitely the most comprehensive review of the Hero 13 on YouTube at the moment. [...] 😃 The one feature that might tempt me to upgrade from the Hero 11 Black is the ability to connect to wireless mics like the DJI Mic 2. [...] It would also mean that I wouldn't need the Media Mod any more for better audio in general use. I have seen a video where the sound quality is degraded via Bluetooth to the GoPro compared with internal recording on the DJI Mic 2. Hopefully this can be fixed with a firmware update. The charging cable is redundant to me as the GoPro is usually mounted on the Volta. [...] It will be interesting to see a more long term test to see whether the firmware is less buggy than the Hero 11.”
- Price & value3 mentionsView on YouTube
“[...] I loved my Hero3's but the GoPros I purchased after that are very temperamental cameras. [...] GoPro's share price has collapsed since 2015. [...]”
- Camera5 mentionsView on YouTube
“[...] I loved my Hero3's but the GoPros I purchased after that are very temperamental cameras. [...] GoPro's share price has collapsed since 2015. [...]”