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Potensic T25 Drone with 2K Camera
The Potensic T25 is small, and its capabilities are somewhat limited, but you’re unlikely to find a better drone in this price range. Read More
Pros
+ The camera can tilt downward
+ Fairly accurate GPS
+ Hovers in place without wandering
Cons
– Very small frame
– 300-foot limit
Holy Stone GPS Drone with 4K
Holy Stone GPS Drone with 4K UHD Camera for Adults Beginner; HS360S 249g Foldable FPV RC Quadcopter with 10000 Feet Control Range, Brushless Motor, Follow Me, Smart Return Home, 5G Transmission
Pros
+ Weight less than 250g
+ 4K UHD Camera
+ Advanced Connection Technology
is up to 10,000 Feet
+ features GPS
+ Upgraded Holy Stone Control System
+ Never Stop Upgrading
Cons:
– the drone is constantly loosing the blades
– the screw is insanely small and it must be checked before every flight
– Not suitable for filmmaking
Holy Stone HS720G GPS Drones with Camera
Holy Stone HS720G GPS Drones with Camera for Adults 4K FAA, 2-Axis Gimbal, Built-in Remote ID, 120°FOV, Brushless Motor, 5G WiFi Transmission, Smart Return Home, Professional FPV Drone for Beginner
Pros
+ 2-Axis Gimbal with 4K EIS Camera
+ remote control reaches 999 m
+ Powerful GPS
+ All-Round Functions
Less than 380 g
+ Never Losing the Drone
Cons:
– not great, but good for this price range of a drone
– Suitable for beginners
– Range problems
Bwine GPS Drone with Camera 4K UHD - F7MINI
Bwine GPS Drone with Camera 4K UHD – F7MINI, Under 249g, 60-Min Flight Time, Auto Return, Follow Me, Waypoint Fly, Circle Fly, 5-Level Wind Resistance – Ideal for Adult Beginners
Pros
+ only 249g
+ 4K UHD Camera
+ GPS Function
+ Beginner-friendly
Cons:
– gps isn’t strong enough
– Battery problems
– don’t expect to really use it for photos and/or videos.
GPS Drone with 4K UHD Camera TSRC Q7 Foldable FPV RC
GPS Drone with 4K UHD Camera for Adults, TSRC Q7 Foldable FPV RC Quadcopter with Brushless Motor, Smart Return Home, Follow Me, 60 Min Flight Time, Long Control Range, Includes Carrying Bag
Pros
+ flight time and 3280 feet/1000m long range.
+ intelligent batteries to support 60 mins
+ GPS Smart Return: GPS assisted flight
+ 4K Ultra Clear Camera with Image Stabilization:
Cons
– it is not built to last
– On top of the fragility of the drone
When it comes to consumer electronics, few are as complicated as drones. Between the different drone types and the wide range of pricing, there’s a lot to process. So, what should you buy? It’s a good question with no easy answer.
To keep things simple for the everyday person, we focused on ones that cost less than $200. After flying them through a series of obstacles to see how they maneuver, the Potensic T25 stood out from the pack. It’s easy to fly and it has a few different flight modes. We also love the Force 1 U45 Blue Jay (available at Amazon), which is great for the budget-conscious buyer.
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