Best Drone Deals Under $500 on Amazon This Week
Here are three great deals on drones we found this week on Amazon.com.
We found three great deals on drones under $500 this week on Amazon.com. [Pexels photo]
The world of aerial photography and videography, once the exclusive domain of professionals with hefty budgets, has become increasingly accessible thanks to the proliferation of consumer drones.
This week, Amazon is buzzing with deals on a range of drones, catering to various skill levels and budgets. For this roundup, we've chosen to focus on three drones that are on sale for under $500. (Find a more extensive list of recommended drones under $500 here.)
Ruko F11Pro
The Ruko F11Pro is perfect for people looking to have a safe and reliable drone to experience the joy of flying and aerial photography. The bundle you get here has everything you need. If you like the drone enough to leave a five-star rating on Amazon, the company will sometimes send you a free battery as well.
Features:
- 4K UHD camera with flight times of up to 30 minutes per battery.
- FAA-compliant with a built-in remote ID module.
- Includes beginner-friendly intelligent flight modes like Follow Me, Point of Interest, and Hand Gesture Shots.
- GPS Auto Return ensures safety and peace of mind.
Why you should buy it: This bundle is a good one for beginners and is a great drone for the price point.
Price: $459.99 (regularly $569.99)
Potensic ATOM
The Potensic ATOM is lightweight, compact, and foldable, making it easy to take with you wherever your adventures find you. The ATOM has a Sony CMOS sensor and captures 12MP images along with 4K 30fps video. If you are looking for longer flight times, the ATOM has got you covered. Flight times on this drone can go up to 31 minutes on a fully charged battery.
Features:
- Several different flight modes, including video (slowest), normal, and sport (fastest).
- GPS-assisted functions include Follow Me, Points of Interest, and Circle Flight
- Can transmit video up to 4 kilometers away.
Why you should buy it: Beginners will love this drone, but given all the built-in features, so will more experienced pilots.
Price: $199.99 (regularly $269.99)
Holy Stone HS360E GPS EIS Drone
The Holy Stone HS360E is a solid entry-level drone that offers a good balance of features and affordability. It's particularly well-suited for beginners who prioritize ease of use, portability, and fun flight features over professional-grade image and video quality.
Features:
- Folding design and low weight (under 250g).
- Advertised flight time is around 30 minutes.
- Long control and FPV transmission range (up to 6km or approximately 20,000 feet).
Why you should buy it: The Holy Stone HS360E is a beginner-friendly, sub-250g drone that offers a decent set of features at a competitive price.
Price: $199.99 (regularly $249.99)
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