If you're looking for Drone deals around Amazon Prime Day (July 16 and 17) then you're in the right place as we've highlighted the biggest discounts for the annual sale event.
Fortunately, you don't have to break the bank to get good specs on drones these days, whether that's high-resolution cameras or sophisticated technology. These days, you don't need the best drones to have a fulfilling flying experience. While you don't necessarily need to the top models to enjoy top specs, we have included some helpful buying advice at the bottom of this page, just so you know what to look out for.
We keep this page updated throughout the year and will do so over Amazon Prime Day, so we'll remove expired discounts and add new offers when they become available. If you're new to the world of drones, it could be worth taking a look at our best beginner drones guide for novice-friendly options. Here though, we've tried to include something suitable for everyone regardless of experience and budget.
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Beginner's buying advice
There are a few different types of drones on the market, so when it comes to buying one you'll need to consider which type you want: toy, FPV, or a photography/video model.
Amazon Prime Day is here July 16 and 17 and we could see further drone deals through the sales event.
The toy drones are the simplest. Weighing under 250g, they tend to cluster together at the lower end of the price range because they feature simpler designs. They don't usually sport any kind of camera. Instead, they give people the opportunity to try their hand at flying something simply for the fun of it, without any bells and whistles. Designs that fall into this category are still subject to drone regulations, but you don't have to register them with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
FPV drones are designed to give you a first-person view when you are flying. This is typically done through the use of goggles, which you wear when you fly. A lot of models also let you stream the drone-camera view to a smartphone. This type of drone is usually used for racing or for tackling obstacle courses. You can read a full breakdown of their design in our article: 'What are FPV drones?' They can feature some good cameras on their main body, but they are usually built to prioritize speed. A lot of FPV drone enthusiasts like to build their own models, too.
Finally, you have the prosumer photography/video drones. There's still massive variation within this category, as some cheaper models sport simpler camera designs and won't cost too much. However, the really top-end drones in this category have huge sensors that allow experts to take wonderful panoramic shots or videos from high up in the air. These drones can cost as little as $100, but most of them sit around the $1,000 mark - and the really top-end models can set you back by $8,000.
The more expensive drones tend to feature sophisticated designs, with automatic-collision detection that helps keep your drone safe and some cool pre-programmed flight paths that allow you to take interesting videos. Whichever one you choose, do make sure you buy insurance, too, as they can suffer if you give them an accidental knock.
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