The best drone deals 2026: Save big and fly high
Want to start the new year with a new hobby or get ahead of the U.S.'s foreign drone ban? See the world from a different angle with the best drone deals, suitable for all budgets and skill levels.
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.
Unlike some technology, you won't lose out by buying an older drone. In fact, it's in your interest to buy a current model instead of waiting. Why? Because the U.S. has effectively banned the import of future foreign drones going forward; meaning that, if you're in the States, you'll only be able to buy models that existed (and received FCC coverage) before the ban.
Our experts have put many of these drones through their paces and if nothing on this list appeals to you, take a look at the best drones, best beginner drones, best camera drones, best FPV drones and best DJI drones.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
January 20: We've updated with new deals, update prices, and removed expired deals.
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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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