The best drone deals 2026: Save big and fly high

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Looking for a new hobby that you won't immediately drop when January's over? Drone flying could be the way to go, a chance to see the world from a new perspective and, while Christmas is well behind us, you can still save big money on a wide range of drones.

That's why we've rounded up the best drone deals, suited to beginners and experts alike. Whether you just want the fun of flying or are planning on capturing the world from the air, we've got you covered.

USA drone deals

DJI Mavic 4 Pro
Best drone overall
Save $500
DJI Mavic 4 Pro: was $2,699 now $2,199 at Amazon
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You can save big and get the lowest-ever price on the best drone on the market. The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is packed full of useful features and has 3 cameras, capturing 6K video and 100MP stills.

DJI Mini 4K
Best entry-level
Save 20% ($60)
DJI Mini 4K: was $299 now $239 at Amazon
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Save $60 on this DJI Mini 4K camera drone. It features 4K video and image capabilities, GPS and return-to-home features. We think you get plenty for your money with this drone and it's in our guide to the best beginner drones.

Ruko  F11PRO2
Save $150
Ruko F11PRO2: was $520 now $370 at Amazon
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Save $150 on a well-built drone that offers 6K camera capabilities. This is currently the best price we've seen for this drone, but the only niggle in our opinion is that, despite the name, we don't think this is a professional drone.

Bwine  F7GIM PRO Bundle
Save 23% ($110)
Bwine F7GIM PRO Bundle: was $480 now $370 at Amazon
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Save big on a drone that has a 3-axis gimbal for steady content shooting, can capture 6K images and 4K videos. This combo comes with a carry case, a controller, spare batteries and propellers and more

Potensic ATOM
Save 26% ($100)
Potensic ATOM: was $380 now $280 at Amazon
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Save on one of the best beginner drones available. With subject tracking, up to 4K 30 FPS video and GPS positioning. It's a strong competitor to the popular DJI beginner models.

Potensic Atom 2
Best non-DJI alternative
Save $100
Potensic Atom 2: was $480 now $380 at Amazon
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Save $100 on one of the best beginner drones around, successor to the excellent Atom. This deal includes a shoulder bag, 8 pairs of spare propellers and 3 batteries for over 90 minutes of flight time.

Holy Stone HS720G
Save 23% ($30)
Holy Stone HS720G: was $130 now $100 at Amazon
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Save $30 on this Holy Stone HS720G drone. It has helpful features like automatic take-off, smart return to home, altitude hold, and more. It also has 26 minutes of battery life, a 999-meter maximum range (approximately), and 4K video capabilities so you can get clear shots of those out-of-reach parts of this world.

Note: This bundle includes an extra battery, for 51 minutes total flight time, all at a pocket-friendly price.

Holy Stone HS175D
Save 15% ($30)
Holy Stone HS175D: was $200 now $170 at Amazon
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Save on this Holy Stone drone that is suitable for adults. It features a 4K camera with a 110-degree wide-angle field of view. It also has smart features like altitude hold, GPS-assisted flight, and return to home when out of range or signal is lost. And, it's also under 250g so you don't have to worry about flying restrictions in some locations.

Holy Stone  HS600D
Save 10% ($50)
Holy Stone HS600D: was $500 now $450 at Amazon
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Save $50 on a drone that boasts an 8K camera, is easy to use and has powerful features. It's ideal for those looking for a cost-effective, point-and-shoot camera drone that performs well enough without being outstanding.

Holy Stone HS360S
Save 38% ($120)
Holy Stone HS360S: was $320 now $200 at Walmart
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Save $120 on the Holy Stone HS360S. This is a drone that weighs under 250g, features GPS functionality and a return to home feature and has a 4K camera. It's ideal for those wanting to start their drone journey and this particular offer includes all you need from the drone, to a controller and a suitable battery. Check out our Holy Stone HS360S review for a closer look.

FAQs

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What is the best drone?

We think it's the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Simply put, it has outstanding image and video quality, three useful cameras, it flies well and it has a good battery life. We reviewed it and we think it's probably the best on the market.

When is the best time to get a drone deal?

You can often find drone deals all year round, especially on Holy Stone models, which are catered to beginners. However, annual sales events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime day often offer the biggest discounts across the widest range of drones at any point of the year.

How do I know the deals are genuine?

Here at space.com, we cover drone deals regularly, especially during annual sales events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Part of the process of updating this page regularly is checking each drone's price against its price history, to make sure the deal we show is genuine and not just another case of the 'before' price being hiked to make it seem like a deal, or that that the price you pay is considerably more than you would have previously paid, but still technically on offer.

Who manufactures the best drones?

DJI is the market leader in the world of drones. They make everything from professional models to beginner-friendly drones. You can often find bundles and discounts on their products but you can always rely on the quality they offer. Holy Stone also makes good drones, although they're usually suitable for beginners over seasoned fliers.

Disclaimer

January 20: We've updated with new deals, update prices, and removed expired deals.

Alexander Cox
E-commerce Staff Writer

STAFF WRITER, E-commerce — Alex joined Space.com in June 2021 as staff writer covering space news, games, tech, toys and deals. Based in London, U.K. Graduating in June 2020, Alex studied Sports Journalism in the North East of England at Sunderland University. During his studies and since his graduation, Alex has been featured in local newspapers and online publications covering a range of sports from university rugby to Premier League soccer. In addition to a background in sports and journalism, Alex has a life-long love of Star Wars which started with watching the prequel trilogy and collecting toy lightsabers, he also grew up spending most Saturday evenings watching Doctor Who. 


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