Which has the better camera?

The Holy Stone HS360S. It records 4K at 3840x2160 with a wider, adjustable lens, while the Adesso CyberDrone X3 tops out at 2K with a 70° view.

Which is better for beginners?

The Adesso CyberDrone X3 is simpler to start with: prop guards, one-key takeoff and landing, and a short 300 m range keep it close. The HS360S is also beginner-friendly but rewards more careful flying at long range.

The Holy Stone HS360S by a wide margin, up to 10,000 ft in open areas against about 300 m for the Adesso CyberDrone X3.

Does either need FAA registration?

The HS360S weighs under 250 g and is marketed for recreational use without FAA registration or Remote ID for eligible pilots. Check current rules for your use before flying either drone.

Which has steadier video?

The Adesso CyberDrone X3 has a mechanical gimbal, which steadies footage directly. The HS360S relies on electronic stabilization, which is fine in calm air but shows more shake in wind.

Is the HS360S worth stepping up to?

Yes for most people. You get 4K video, a wired phone link and far more range, which matter more than the X3's gimbal for typical outdoor shooting.

Holy Stone HS360S Drone vs Adesso CyberDrone X3

The Holy Stone HS360S is the stronger pick for most shoppers: a 4K camera, a wired phone link that skips WiFi pairing, and a control range measured in thousands of feet. The Adesso CyberDrone X3 is a simpler, lighter 2K drone with a gimbal, but its range tops out around 300 m and its battery is small. Owners rate the HS360S well at 4.7 out of 5; the X3 has little owner feedback to judge build quality.

Choose the Holy Stone HS360S if you want 4K footage, long-range flying and a phone connection that does not rely on WiFi pairing.
Choose the Adesso CyberDrone X3 if you want a basic, lightweight 2K drone with a gimbal and prop guards for short-range beginner flights.

Prices

Holy Stone HS360S Drone: $179.99 at Holy Stone (checked today)
Adesso CyberDrone X3: $99.99 at eBay (checked today)
Difference: the Adesso CyberDrone X3 is $80.00 cheaper than the Holy Stone HS360S Drone today