Looking for a good beginner drone?

Buying Advice Forum
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Hey everyone, I’m on the hunt for a budget-friendly drone to get started. Don’t want to splurge until I get the hang of it. Thanks for any tips!

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So, what did you end up getting? I’m leaning toward the Mini 2 myself, but is that still a solid choice?

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Kai said:
So, what did you end up getting? I’m leaning toward the Mini 2 myself, but is that still a solid choice?

$429 for the Mini 2?! Might as well go for a bigger drone if you’re going to spend that much.

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Since you’re on a budget, check out this list of cheap drones. Most are in the $120-$500 range. The DJI Mini 2 or Mini 3 is probably the best beginner drone for that balance of quality and price. Lightweight, easy to fly, with a solid camera. The Mini 2 is super beginner-friendly!

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@Keir
Thanks for the suggestion, much appreciated.

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It depends on how serious you are about drones. The Mini 2 and Mini 3 are great, but if you’re just testing the waters, the Mini SE is also a solid, affordable choice. Easy to sell later if you want to upgrade too.

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The Mini 2 is a good choice for a first drone. It’s reliable and has safety features like hovering if you lose control. Plus, if you decide to upgrade later, it won’t be hard to sell. I have one and love it!

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@Piper
Same here. I’d totally recommend the Mini!

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Mini 3 SE is around $300 and takes photos as good as most phones. Perfect choice for beginners.

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Check out the C-Fly Faith2 or Faith2 Pro. Solid beginner drones!

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Blair said:
Check out the C-Fly Faith2 or Faith2 Pro. Solid beginner drones!

Thanks! They look pretty solid for the price.

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Thanks, everyone! I ended up going with the Potensic Atom SE for $350 AUD. Great entry-level drone with a lot of features for the price. I’ll probably upgrade later on once I’m more experienced.

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Jae said:
Thanks, everyone! I ended up going with the Potensic Atom SE for $350 AUD. Great entry-level drone with a lot of features for the price. I’ll probably upgrade later on once I’m more experienced.

How’s it working out for you so far?

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@Teal
It’s actually a great little drone! Really user-friendly with decent battery life. I’d definitely recommend it to other beginners.

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DJI Mini 2 or Mini 3 would be great. They’re reasonably priced, easy to fly, and the camera quality is solid.

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Which drone did you go with? How’s it holding up?

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Anyone know if the DJI Mini 3 SE can be used with FPV goggles?