Quick Answer: The best Insta360 Ace Pro 2 accessories to buy first are the $4.99 3-Prong to 1/4” Adapter (Insta360 says the boxed Standard Mount needs it for any selfie stick or tripod), a V30 UHS-I microSD card (the camera has no internal storage), and a second battery, which is cheapest as the Dual Battery edition: $389.99 vs $369.99, so the second 1,800 mAh battery costs $20 instead of its $34.99 standalone price. Most Ace Pro 2 bundles on Insta360’s US store cost one to three cents more than the same parts bought separately; only the Xplorer Bundle saves money ($24.99). Prices checked on Insta360’s US store on November 11, 2026.
Our Insta360 Ace Pro 2 review covers the camera: the 1/1.3-inch 8K sensor, the Leica lens, the 12 m caseless rating. This guide covers what to buy around it, using Insta360’s own US store prices and compatibility lists, plus a few findings the bundle pages don’t spell out: the Ace Pro 2 does not take Ace Pro batteries, the Dive Case and ND Filter Set are not currently sold on the US store, and the bundle “savings” are mostly a cent in the wrong direction. We did not test these accessories ourselves; everything below comes from Insta360’s listings, manuals and spec pages.
Best Insta360 Ace Pro 2 accessories at a glance
| Accessory | What it solves | US price (Insta360, Nov 11, 2026) | Also fits original Ace Pro? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Prong to 1/4" Adapter | Lets the Standard Mount go on selfie sticks and tripods | $4.99 | Yes |
| Ace Pro 2 Battery (1,800 mAh) | Second or third battery, includes battery case | $34.99 | No |
| Fast Charge Hub for Ace Series | Charges three batteries at once | $49.99 | Yes |
| Insta360 microSD card (A2, V30) | Storage; the camera has none built in | $59.99 (128GB) / $89.99 (256GB) | Yes |
| Lens Guard | Replaceable tempered-glass lens cover | $19.99 | No |
| Screen Protector | Tempered glass for the 2.5-inch flip screen | $19.99 | Yes |
| Wind Guard (2-pack) | Spare foam-and-mesh mic covers | $19.99 | No |
| Mic Air transmitter | Wireless mic, pairs directly with the camera | $49.99 | Not listed |
| Action Invisible Selfie Stick | 1 m carbon-fiber stick for action use | $49.99 | Yes |
| Utility Frame | Metal cage with cold shoes and extra mount points | $54.99 | Yes |
| Xplorer Grip Pro Kit | Grip with controls and a 2,010 mAh battery | $99.99 | No |
| Float Guard | 45 g orange EVA float for water sports | $19.99 | Yes |
“Also fits original Ace Pro” follows Insta360’s own compatibility list on each product page.
1. 3-Prong to 1/4" Adapter
- Insta360's Standard Bundle listing states the adapter "must be attached to the Standard Mount to mount the camera on a selfie stick or other accessory."
- Both Invisible Selfie Sticks carry the same note: with an Ace Pro 2 you need this adapter or a Quick Release Mount.
- Includes a thumb screw; sold in black or white.
2. Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Battery
- 1,800 mAh, rated by Insta360 at 180 minutes (1080p24, Endurance Mode, Active HDR off).
- Comes with a case that holds the battery and a memory card.
- Only compatible with the Ace Pro 2, per Insta360; original Ace Pro batteries do not cross over.
3. Fast Charge Hub for Insta360 Ace Series
- Charges up to three batteries at the same time, each slot independently.
- Works with Ace Pro 2, Ace Pro and Ace batteries.
- Battery cases are not included with the hub, per Insta360's battery page.
4. Insta360 MicroSD Card
- A2 and V30 rated, 90 MB/s read and write per Insta360's listing.
- The Ace Pro 2 has no built-in storage and accepts cards up to 1TB.
- Cheaper SanDisk Extreme and Lexar 1066x SILVER cards are also on Insta360's compatible list (see the microSD section below).
5. Lens Guard and Screen Protector
- The Ace Pro 2's lens guard is removable; the replacement is tempered glass with hydrophobic and oleophobic coatings.
- Insta360 warns that an improperly installed lens guard can affect waterproofing, so replace a cracked one before swimming.
- The screen protector fits both the Ace Pro 2 and the original Ace Pro and ships with an installation kit.
6. Insta360 Mic Air or Mic Pro transmitter
- Both pair directly with the Ace Pro 2, so no receiver is needed.
- Mic Air: 7.9 g transmitter, 10-hour battery, 300 m range, 48 kHz audio, per Insta360.
- Mic Pro: three built-in microphones, directional pickup modes and AI noise canceling.
7. Action Invisible Selfie Stick
- Carbon fiber, extends to 1 m (39 in).
- Insta360 recommends it over the $24.99 114cm Invisible Selfie Stick for high-intensity sports; the 114cm stick is built for daily use, not high speed.
- Needs the $4.99 adapter or a Quick Release Mount on an Ace Pro 2.
8. Xplorer Grip Pro Kit (or the Xplorer Bundle)
- Connects to the camera for zoom, exposure and mode control from the grip.
- Built-in 2,010 mAh battery; Insta360 quotes up to 5 hours 40 minutes of combined shooting.
- The older Tilta-made Xplorer Grip Kit ($84.99) has no battery or controls but fits both Ace Pro models, and it is the one accessory that is genuinely cheaper inside a bundle.
Single or Dual Battery: the cheapest battery you will buy
Insta360’s US store sells the Ace Pro 2 Standard Bundle in two editions: Single Battery at $369.99 and Dual Battery at $389.99 (November 11, 2026). The standalone Ace Pro 2 battery costs $34.99, so the Dual Battery edition gets you the second battery for $20 and saves $14.99 over adding one later. Every bundle sold in both editions keeps the same $20 step between them (for example, the Winter Bundle is $459.99 single and $479.99 dual).
A second battery matters more on the Ace Pro 2 than the 180-minute rating suggests. That figure is Insta360’s number for 1080p24 in Endurance Mode with Active HDR off at 77°F; 4K and 8K modes, the flip screen and cold weather all draw more. Insta360 also lists an operating range of -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C), and lithium batteries lose usable capacity near the cold end of that range.
The bundle math: most Ace Pro 2 bundles cost a cent more
We priced each Dual Battery bundle against the $389.99 Dual Battery Standard Bundle plus the same accessories bought separately on Insta360’s US store, all on November 11, 2026.
| Bundle (Dual Battery) | Bundle price | Adds | Camera + parts separately | Bundle vs separate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POV Bundle | $414.99 | Neck Mount ($24.99) | $414.98 | $0.01 more |
| Get-Set Bundle | $419.99 | Mini 2-in-1 Tripod ($29.99) | $419.98 | $0.01 more |
| Motorcycle Bundle | $449.99 | Helmet Chin Mount 2.0 ($19.99) + Heavy Duty Clamp ($39.99) | $449.97 | $0.02 more |
| Xplorer Bundle | $449.99 | Xplorer Grip Kit contents: grip, Utility Frame, Cold Shoe Shutter Button, cold shoe cap, wrist strap ($84.99) | $474.98 | $24.99 less |
| Winter Bundle | $479.99 | Chest Strap ($19.99) + Flexible Adhesive Mount 2-pack ($19.99) + Action Invisible Selfie Stick ($49.99) | $479.96 | $0.03 more |
| Xplorer Pro Bundle | $489.99 | Xplorer Grip Pro Kit ($99.99) | $489.98 | $0.01 more |
| Motovlog Bundle | $549.00 | Chin Mount 2.0 + Heavy Duty Clamp + Mic Pro (transmitter $99.99) | $549.96 | $0.96 less |
Two things the bundle pages don’t make obvious. First, the Winter Bundle includes the Action Invisible Selfie Stick but not the $4.99 adapter that Insta360’s own note says you need to attach it, so budget $484.98 for a working setup. Second, the bundles with a USB-C to USB-C cable swap out the Standard Bundle’s USB-A to USB-C cable; neither kit includes a wall charger. Buy a bundle for convenience if the contents match what you would buy anyway, but only the Xplorer Bundle is a real discount.
The two Videography bundles are harder to price because the Flip Screen Hood and the Ultra Wide, Cinematic and Close-Up lenses appear in them as bundle items. The Ultimate Videography Bundle costs $709.99, $320 more than the Dual Battery camera, so after subtracting the $99.99 Xplorer Grip Pro Kit it includes, the hood and three lenses account for $220.01.
Charging the Ace Pro 2: the numbers
| Item or scenario | Insta360's figure | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Battery in camera, 30W USB-C PD charger | 80% in 18 min, 100% in 47 min | Charger not included |
| Battery in camera, 5V/3A source | 100% in 75 min | Included cable |
| Fast Charge Hub | Three batteries at once | $49.99 |
| Portable Charging Case | Two batteries, 10,000 mAh built-in power bank, two card slots | $64.99 |
| Xplorer Grip Pro Kit | 2,010 mAh in the grip, up to 5 h 40 min combined | $99.99 |
Insta360 measured the 18-minute and 47-minute charge times with the camera powered off on a PD3.0 PPS 30W charger, so a phone charger below 30W will be slower. The Ace Pro 2 can also reverse-charge a phone from its own battery, per Insta360’s product page. For a field kit, the Portable Charging Case is the better buy than the hub because it does not need a wall outlet; the hub is the better buy at home with three batteries.
Ace Pro vs Ace Pro 2: which accessories carry over
If you are upgrading from the original Ace Pro, much of the mounting kit stays, but the batteries do not. This table follows the compatibility lists on Insta360’s US product pages.
| Accessory | Ace Pro 2 | Original Ace Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Battery (1,800 mAh Ace Pro 2 / 1,650 mAh Ace Pro) | Ace Pro 2 battery only | Ace Pro battery only |
| Fast Charge Hub, Portable Charging Case | Yes | Yes |
| Standard Mount, Mic Adapter, Cold Shoe, Quick Reader, Carry Case | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Protector, Float Guard, Utility Frame, Xplorer Grip Kit | Yes | Yes |
| Lens Guard, Wind Guard, Xplorer Grip Pro Kit | Yes | No (Ace Pro 2 only) |
| Dive Case, ND Filter Set | Ace Pro 2 versions | Separate Ace Pro versions |
Several of these product pages carry the same note: “compatibility information on product packaging may be out of date,” because the Ace Pro 2 arrived after the boxes were printed. Go by the store page, not the box.
The microSD card: what Insta360 asks for
The Ace Pro 2 has no built-in storage. Insta360’s online manual for the camera asks for a UHS-I card rated V30 or faster, formatted exFAT, up to 1TB, and says UHS-II and UHS-III cards are not recommended because compatibility issues can stop recording. A separate Insta360 troubleshooting page recommends 64GB or larger for recording stability. Insta360’s own A2/V30 card costs $59.99 for 128GB and $89.99 for 256GB on its US store; the manual also lists SanDisk Extreme, SanDisk Extreme Pro and Lexar 1066x SILVER cards from 32GB to 1TB as compatible. Format the card in the camera before first use. Our microSD card guide explains the V30 and A2 ratings in more detail.
Diving and ND filters: not on the US store right now
The Ace Pro 2 is waterproof to 12 m (39 ft) without a case, per Insta360’s spec sheet, and to 60 m (197 ft) in the Ace Pro 2 Dive Case. On November 11, 2026, both the Dive Case and the ND Filter Set (ND8, ND16, ND32 and PL, backed by Freewell’s lifetime warranty) returned “This page is not currently available in your selected country or region” on Insta360’s US store. The Canadian store listed them at CA$84.99 and CA$134.99. Both are listed for the Ace Pro 2 only; the original Ace Pro’s dive case and ND set are separate products, and their US pages returned the same message.
For most US buyers that changes less than it sounds. Twelve meters covers swimming, snorkeling and surfing; the Dive Case matters for scuba. ND filters matter if you want motion blur at a cinematic shutter speed in daylight; our ND filter guide explains the shutter-speed math, which works the same way on an action camera. If you need either part now, check back on Insta360’s US store before buying a third-party alternative, since Insta360’s compatibility guarantees only cover its own listings.
Audio: wind guard, mic adapter and wireless mics
Every Ace Pro 2 ships with a Wind Guard pre-installed and a Mic Cap. Insta360 says to remove the Wind Guard before using the camera in wet conditions and swap in the Mic Cap, because dampness affects the foam; spares come as a 2-pack for $19.99. From July 2026, Insta360 began shipping Ace Pro 2 units with two microphones instead of three, and its store notes that both versions use the same accessories and warranty, with only cosmetic differences between batches.
- Mic Adapter for Ace Series ($19.99): adds a 3.5 mm input for a wired mic and keeps a USB-C port free so the camera can charge while recording.
- Mic Air transmitter ($49.99): pairs directly with the Ace Pro 2; $69.99 with a receiver for phones.
- Mic Pro transmitter ($99.99): pairs directly with the Ace Pro 2 and records 48 kHz audio; the 1 TX + 1 RX kit is $199.99.
If you are weighing DJI’s wireless mics instead, our DJI Mic guide compares the Mic 3, Mic 2 and Mic Mini. Any wireless kit whose receiver has a 3.5 mm output can feed the Ace Pro 2 through the Mic Adapter.
Mounting: what needs what
The Ace Pro 2 uses a magnetic quick-release system. The boxed Standard Mount ($14.99 as a spare) clips on magnetically and ends in Insta360’s 2-prong fitting, which suits Insta360’s own mounts but not a 1/4-inch tripod thread.
- 3-Prong to 1/4” Adapter ($4.99): the cheap way onto selfie sticks and tripods.
- Quick Release Mount 2.0 ($29.99, or $39.99 with camera plate): switches between 1/4-inch and 2-prong mounts in seconds. Insta360 warns against using it for on-road or off-road cycling, where vibration can make it fail.
- Cold Shoe for Ace Series ($19.99): 12.9 g aluminum shoe for a light or mic; Insta360 says it must be used with the Quick Release Mount.
- Heavy Duty Clamp ($39.99) and Helmet Chin Mount 2.0 ($19.99): the two parts in the Motorcycle Bundle.
- Neck Mount ($24.99), Chest Strap ($19.99) and Flexible Adhesive Mount 2-pack ($19.99): hands-free point-of-view mounts.
- Mini 2-in-1 Tripod ($29.99): tripod and short selfie stick in one, includes its own 1/4-inch mount adapter.
- Carry Case for Ace Series ($19.99): molded hard case for the camera, two batteries, the Fast Charge Hub and small mounts.
What to skip
- Original Ace Pro batteries: they are not on the Ace Pro 2’s compatibility list.
- The Single Battery edition: $20 less, but the second battery costs $34.99 later.
- The Quick Reader ($69.99): a plug-in card reader for phones; it was temporarily out of stock on November 11, 2026, and the camera’s own Wi-Fi transfer or an ordinary USB-C card reader does the same job.
- The 114cm Invisible Selfie Stick for sports: Insta360 itself steers high-speed use to the Action Invisible Selfie Stick.
How we researched this guide
Prices, bundle contents and compatibility come from Insta360’s US store (store.insta360.com), checked on November 11, 2026, including the structured product data on the Ace Pro 2 page for all 26 listed variants. Specifications come from Insta360’s Ace Pro 2 spec sheet and online manual. We did not test these accessories ourselves. A search of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission recall database found no recalls of Insta360 products. Prices change often, especially around sales, so treat the figures as a dated snapshot.
By the numbers
- $4.99: the 3-Prong to 1/4” Adapter that Insta360 says the Standard Mount needs for selfie sticks and tripods.
- $20 vs $34.99: the second battery’s cost in the Dual Battery edition versus bought separately.
- 180 minutes: Insta360’s runtime rating for one 1,800 mAh battery (1080p24, Endurance Mode).
- 18 minutes: time to 80% charge on a 30W USB-C PD charger, per Insta360; 47 minutes to full.
- $0.01: how much more the POV, Get-Set and Xplorer Pro bundles cost than their parts bought separately on November 11, 2026.
- $24.99: the Xplorer Bundle’s real saving over the camera plus the $84.99 Xplorer Grip Kit.
- 12 m / 60 m: the Ace Pro 2’s waterproof depth without and with the Dive Case.
The bottom line
Buy the Dual Battery Ace Pro 2 ($389.99), then add the $4.99 adapter and a V30 UHS-I microSD card; that covers what the box leaves out. A Fast Charge Hub ($49.99) or Portable Charging Case ($64.99) comes next if you shoot all day, and a Mic Air transmitter ($49.99) is the cheapest real audio upgrade. Skip most bundles unless you want the exact accessories inside them, because they save nothing, with the Xplorer Bundle the one exception. For how the camera compares with its rivals, see GoPro Hero 13 vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2 and DJI Osmo Action 6 vs Insta360 Ace Pro 2; if you shoot DJI instead, our Osmo Action 6 accessories guide covers that side.