Drift Ghost
External Microphones

Ghost

Drift

Released Jan 1, 2014 · Analysis updated Apr 1, 2026

External microphone featuring a built-in 2-inch LCD, waterproof design, long battery life, and easy use for solid video quality. The Drift Ghost scores 74/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Camerajabber, Tractionlife, Motorcyclenews, and Cnet.

Critic Score

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74

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Long battery life(3)
  • Easy to use(2)
  • Solid video quality(2)
  • Built-in 2-inch lcd(2)
  • Waterproof design(2)

Cons

  • Bulky design(3)

6 Expert Reviews

87
Independent publication09/2022

The innovative rotating 360º lens and slim line form of the Drift Ghost XL Pro make this action camera stand out in a competitive market.

85
Independent publication

The Drift HD Ghost offers exceptional image quality, long battery life, and competitive pricing as a GoPro alternative, though it has limited retail availability.

82
Independent publication12/2023

The Drift Innovation Ghost XL is a robust, easy-to-use action camera that offers good value and quality footage, though it struggles in low light.

82
Major publication01/2014

The Drift Ghost-S is an excellent all-in-one action cam with improved battery life, solid video quality, and a great design that makes it tough to beat in its category.

70
Major publication07/2014

The Drift Ghost-S is waterproof without an external case and has some unique features, but its video quality can't match our Editors' Choice GoPro Hero3 Black Edition.

40
Independent publication12/2021

Rugged and pretty easy to use, but bad sound and unstabilised visuals don't suit cycling use