Who doesn’t know about drones? These devices have been trending significantly, especially after gaining popularity in India post the release of the movie “3 Idiots.” Drones can capture photos and videos even from the toughest places. However, we won’t be discussing professional or commercial drones here as they are highly priced and require special permissions to operate, especially in India where the rules and regulations for drones are still being established.
Don’t worry, though! The drones on our list don’t require any permissions and won’t break your budget. Different people have different needs for drones; some want to simply enjoy playing with them, while others want to capture budget-friendly drone shots. Our list includes drones that may not be professional-grade, but they offer great stability and quality for their price. Market prices for drones range from 500-1000 rupees to several lakhs. If you’re looking for a drone priced around ₹5000, this video might not be for you. It’s better to wait and save a bit more to get a slightly expensive drone that offers a proper experience in a low budget.
The drones mentioned here are all toy-grade, so don’t expect professional videography or photography. However, if you’re looking for the best video or photography drone within a budget, I recommend skipping ahead to the second and first-ranked products, as the third, fourth, and fifth-ranked products have very poor video quality.
Let’s start the countdown:
5. Rapz Remote Control 480p Foldable Camera Drone (₹6000)
This black-colored drone comes with a remote control. The camera quality isn’t great, but if you just want a drone to play with and pass the time, this is a good option. It can perform small stunts, but the video quality is poor. The battery takes about 40 minutes to fully charge, offering 10-12 minutes of usage. Features include follow me function, HD wide-angle lens, optical flow, headless mode, 360-degree flip, altitude hold, and foldable wings. The item weighs around 300 grams and can be flown anywhere without restrictions. Though not many people have purchased this product, those who have are satisfied with it, which is why it’s included in our list.
4. Amitasha New Foldable Wi-Fi Dual Camera Drone (₹7000)
This drone records videos in 480p, but its stability is not good, resulting in poor video quality. However, many people have bought this product and are happy with it due to its numerous features at a low price. It includes a remote controller, weighs around 550 grams, and comes in multiple color options. Despite some negative feedback regarding its after-sales service, it’s popular among buyers.
3. Chawla Pioneer Dual Camera Foldable Drone (₹7000)
If you want to gift a drone to your children or use it for casual purposes where stability and video quality don’t matter much, this is a good option. It features a 7-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel secondary camera. The drone takes about 1.5 hours to charge and offers 8-10 minutes of usage. Weighing around 600 grams, this product is favored by many for its decent performance at a reasonable price.
2. Shift EZ Nano Drone with 5MP Camera and 3D Sensing Controller (₹14000)
Priced quite high, this drone offers remarkable flying performance and full HD video quality. It has a flying time of about 13 minutes and provides near-professional video quality. The price mentioned includes a 3D sensing controller, but if you buy it without the controller, it will be cheaper. Weighing only 93 grams, this lightweight drone is a superb option for near-professional quality video.
1. Ryze DJI Tello (₹10,000-₹11,000)
If you’re spending around ₹6000 on a drone, I suggest stretching your budget a bit more to buy this one. This drone offers near-professional performance at a very low price. Despite its small size, it includes DJI’s professional-level software, ensuring excellent stability and video quality. It has optical stabilization and smooth video output. You can control it via your mobile phone, but I recommend getting a Wi-Fi extender to improve its range and video quality. It can perform various stunts, making it the most value-for-money product on our list.
Prices of these products may change frequently, so I’ve included the best purchase links in the description below.
JUGUTEE Professional S9000 Large Drone 4K HD Dual Camera Three-way Obstacle Avoidance Folding Dron Remote Control Smart Hover FPV Drone.
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Foldable Toy Drone with HQ WiFi Camera Remote Control for Kids Quadcopter with Gesture Selfie, Flips Bounce Mode, App One Key Headless Mode functionality
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VIBCREST-4K-Dual-HD-Camera-Professional-Quadcopter-Folding-Drone-Multicolor.
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GC2 GPS RC Drone with Camera 4k, 5G WIFI Transmission, 3-Axis Gimbal, EIS Technology, 50 Mins Flight Time with 2 Batteries, Brushless Motor Drone for Adults/Kids
https://amzn.to/3xjJKDQ
IZI Mini X Nano 4K Camera Drone UHD 20MP, CMOS, 4KM Live Video, 31-min Flight Time, GPS, 3-Axis Stabilized Gimbal, 10+ Flight Modes, RTH, Vertical Shooting, Under 249g UAV – 1 Yr Warranty
https://amzn.to/45q7yT3
FROWWY Foldable Dual Camera Garuda Drone with 1080P 4k Camera 720P Live Video,WiFi FPV Drone for Adults with HD 120°Wide Angle Camera 1600 Mah Long RC Dron
https://amzn.to/3RwWCgu
