Hey everyone, I’ve got a bit of a dilemma with my drone. It’s damaged, and I’m torn between repairing it or just getting a new one. I know repairs can save money sometimes, but new drones are so tempting, especially with all the upgrades. Have any of you dealt with this? What’s the smarter move—repair or replace? I’m curious about your experiences!
It depends on the repair cost. If fixing it costs less than 50-66% of a new one, it’s usually worth it.
Lake said:
It depends on the repair cost. If fixing it costs less than 50-66% of a new one, it’s usually worth it.
Good to know! Does that include things like water damage too?
Lake said:
It depends on the repair cost. If fixing it costs less than 50-66% of a new one, it’s usually worth it.
Good to know! Does that include things like water damage too?
Not really. Water damage is tricky and can cause long-term issues, even after a repair. Might be better to replace in that case.
Check if your repair cost is close to your insurance deductible. Sometimes it’s cheaper to just pay for the repair out of pocket.
MegWhitgal said:
Check if your repair cost is close to your insurance deductible. Sometimes it’s cheaper to just pay for the repair out of pocket.
Oh, I didn’t think about that. Do you know if filing a claim can raise premiums?
@Frankie
Yep, it can! If the repair is small, it might not be worth risking higher premiums.
Sometimes repairing doesn’t make sense, especially with how fast drone tech improves. A $200 repair could get you a new model like the DJI Neo.
Zenith said:
Sometimes repairing doesn’t make sense, especially with how fast drone tech improves. A $200 repair could get you a new model like the DJI Neo.
Yeah, I’ve seen the Neo. It’s so cheap and has 4K. Is it a good replacement for older drones?
@Frankie
It’s great for basic use, but it depends on what you need. If you want advanced features, you might need something more high-end.
A good repair shop should give you an honest assessment. Drone Nerds, for example, offers upfront estimates and doesn’t charge diagnosis fees if you decide to upgrade instead of repairing.
Keegan said:
A good repair shop should give you an honest assessment. Drone Nerds, for example, offers upfront estimates and doesn’t charge diagnosis fees if you decide to upgrade instead of repairing.
That’s awesome. How’s their repair process? Is it quick?
@Frankie
Yeah, they’re pretty fast! They assess your drone in about three days, and repairs are usually done within 24 hours after approval.
If your drone’s repair cost keeps going up, make sure the shop tells you right away. You don’t want surprises.
Noel said:
If your drone’s repair cost keeps going up, make sure the shop tells you right away. You don’t want surprises.
Do most repair places do that? Like, let you know before charging more?
@Frankie
Reputable places should. Always go for shops that prioritize transparency.