Fly high this Black Friday with the best early drone deals we can find

A trio of drones fly against a starry background.
Black Friday brings with it big savings on star projectors. (Image credit: Bwine / DJI / Future)

Whether you're taking to the skies for the first time or just looking to upgrade, the Black Friday sales are the perfect time to pick up a drone. You can save tens and even hundreds of dollars on drones from DJI, Potensic and other reputable drone makers around Thanksgiving.

To make things easier, we've picked through the high-flying offerings to bring you the best Black Friday drone deals, to suit a range of budgets. They're all relatively easy to get to grips with, too, so you'll be flying in no time, with many beginner drones already on sale.

Amazon: Drones now hundreds of dollars cheaper
Adorama: Hundreds of cameras and lenses
Walmart: Black Friday drone deals now live
B&H Photo Video: Epic savings on drones and cameras
Best Buy: Drones, VR headsets and space gifts all discounted

The best early Black Friday drone deals we can find right now

DJI Mini 4K
Best entry-level drone
Save $60
DJI Mini 4K: was $299 now $239 at Amazon
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Save $60 on this beginner-friendly drone, which offers quality performance at a healthy price. It's light enough that you don't need to register it, but can capture 4K video in 30FPS. We think it's the best entry-level drone you can buy.

Bwine  F7GIM Pro Drone
Save $216
Bwine F7GIM Pro Drone: was $520 now $304 at Amazon
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Save $216 on this drone which, with its excellent flight performance and easy-to-use controls, is easy to pick up and fly. Its automatic camera makes capturing picture and video a breeze.

DJI  Mini 3 Fly More Combo
Best for beginners
Save $144
DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo: was $719 now $575 at Amazon
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Save $144 on this DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo, which comes with a remote-with-screen and an extra battery for additional flight time. It boasts excellent image quality and we rank it as the best drone for beginners.

Potensic  Atom LT GPS
Save 15% ($31)
Potensic Atom LT GPS: was $210 now $179 at Amazon
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Save $31 on this lightweight drone, a cut-down version of the Atom 2. With 2.5K video at 30FPS, it's an excellent buy if you're budget-conscious but still want respectable aerial footage.

Potensic  Atom 2
Best DJI alternative.
Save $80
Potensic Atom 2 : was $480 now $400 at Amazon
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Looking for a non-DJI drone? Save $80 on the sub-250g Potensic Atom 2, which boasts some excellent features, including a high-quality camera. It'll capture video up to 4K at 30FPS and images up to 8K and, despite its size, it's sturdily built. We think it's the best non-DJI alternative.

Potensic  Atom SE
Save 22% ($60)
Potensic Atom SE: was $270 now $210 at Amazon
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Another beginner-friendly drone, you can get $60 off the this drone this Black Friday. In our Potensic Atom SE review, we awarded it four stars, praising its multiple flying modes, image quality and overall ease of use.


Frequently Asked Questions about Black Friday drone deals

When is Black Friday 2025?

Black Friday 2025 is on November 28 this year and officially goes through the weekend and into Cyber Monday, December 1. However, Black Friday sales have already begun at many retailers, Amazon included.

When is the best time to look for drone deals?

Black Friday is a great time to save money on drones, but there are other times of the year to keep an eye out, too. Amazon also puts on a Prime Day sale which, this year, lasted four days during October. It's also worth watching for when a drone manufacturer, DJI for example, announces an upgraded model. It may be that they'll be looking to sell off the older model at a reduced price.

When do you need to register a drone?

Legislation varies by country, but in the United States you need to register your drone if it's over 250g in weight. It's also your responsibility to be aware of any areas where you're not allowed to fly your drone, such as airports.

Chris McMullen
Contributing Writer

Chris is a freelance journalist who, aside from covering games and gaming-related tech, has a taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic. As well as Space.com, you can find his work at The Escapist, GameSpew (where he’s the morning news writer) and more. You can follow him on Twitter @MarmaladeBus.

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