YBDOI- Your biweekly dose of internet: What is the best drone on the Market?

Fortnight of 10/19-10/26

Drones

Which one is the best?

In today's world, drones have come a very long way. Whether they be used for filming blockbuster movies, aiding in search and rescue missions, or providing entertainment for a consumer, drones can be found everywhere. This has created a demand for the small flying devices, and many consumers are looking for drones that will not only have the correct and necessary functions, but drones that also fit withing the buyer's preferred price range. This article will review some of the best drones, and hopefully provide enough background information to aid in the process of purchasing a drone.

Before moving onto the reviews of the drones, it is important that the most important aspects of drones are reviewed. One of the main aspects of a drone is the ability and ease of flying the drone, and how it fares in the air. This includes how fast the drone travels and whether it can remain stable while in flight. In addition to flying capability, another sought after component of drones is their portability. Drones can be tough to carry around, especially those that are large and priced astronomically high. Therefore, many buyers seek a drone that can fold or easily be carried from location to location. Lastly, one of the most important factors that influence many buyers in their drone buying process is price and practicality. The price of the drone can range from $50 to, in some cases, $30,000 and higher. Therefore, as buyers are interested in getting the best bang for their buck, price is a major interest in the aspects of a drone. Ease of operation and user interface, parts of practicality in drones also are important to new drone buyers looking for a product to meet their skills of flying drones. In the following, three drones will be evaluated from the different parts of a spectrum. The first, on one extreme of the spectrum, a drone that is pricey, but containing plenty of features. Second, a drone that is cheap, but requires some sacrifices. Lastly, a drone will be presented that meets in the middle, and falls at the center of the spectrum.

DJI Inspire 2

Before beginning, it is important to understand that this drone is mainly used in professional space. The DJI inspire 2 is priced from $3000-$6000, and is one of the best drones on the market. The DJI Inspire 2 is the second in its series and only improves on its forerunner. The DJI inspire 2 has some of the best video quality found on a drone. The image and video processing system in the DJI is able create recording at a 6K resolution, at 30 frames per second. The camera on the drone is interchangeable, enabling the buyer to choose a device that will suit him or her the best. The drone also contains obstacle avoidance systems and sensors that function in obstacle avoidance both vertically and horizontally. The drone also contains state-of-the-art stabilizing features, and a return to home function In addition to a powerful camera and built in convenience features, the Inspire 2 also has specified flight modes that are able to assist a flyer in meeting their needs. The flight modes are mainly directed at focusing on moving objects, and providing clear and accurate images for filming. Lastly, the DJI Inspire contains a powerful and long-lasting battery. The drone has a 25 minute flying time, which is top of the line for a drone. The drone can also reach speeds of up to 58 miles per hour, and accelerate from 0-50 MPH in five seconds. The battery also provides for an heating system enabling the drone to fly in cold conditions. In conclusion, this drone is definitely a great pick for someone looking to dish out a Hollywood movie. It contains the best of the best technology, but the price tag will make the eyes of many pop out.

MJX Bugs 3

The MJX Bugs 3 is one of the best budget drones for sale. The price, which ranges from $75 to about $150, is extremely competitive, and provides new buyers or budget consumers an option to a a great drone for a low price. Firstly, the MJX Bugs 3 is very user friendly. It contains features that allow almost anyone to fly. The drone contains GPS functions that give the flyer a general locations of where the drone is, a return to home function, a low battery alarm, and simple remote control. The drone also provides the ability input popular cameras such as the GoPro and Xiaomi action recorders. It has an 18 minute flight time, which for its price, is extremely good. The drone's motor is brushless, meaning it will have the ability to last very long. Unfortunately, the MJX Bugs 3 does not come with a camera, and the user will have to purchase or already own a recording device separately from the drone. To summarize, the MJX Bugs 3 is a great drone for a beginner, or someone looking for a decent budget drone.

DJI Mavic Air

The DJI Mavic air is a drone, that pricewise and featurewise meets in between the two previously mentioned drones the Mavic Air, rated number one on techradar's 2018 drone reviews, is priced at around $800. The Mavic Air probably is top of line in portability. It is a foldable drone that can fit into a jacket pocket, while not sacrificing video quality or technology. Even the remote control has the ability to fold. The Mavic Air has a powerful video processing software, recording 4K at 60 frames per second. The Mavic has a cutting edge camera, with the ability to record high quality panoramic images. The drone permits its user to pre-program flight paths to perform amazing and crowd pleasing tricks. It travels at a speed of up to 68 miles per hour, and enabling users to take the lightweight drone zooming through the skies. The Mavic, in flight, can focus on up to 16 objects at a time, and contains technology that can quickly focus in on a specific area. The Mavic also contains a strong obstacle avoidance system to make flying safe. Sadly, the flight time for the DJI Mavic Air maxes out at about 21 minutes or lower. For its price, this is not what buyers would have been hoping for. But, in summary, the Mavic Air provides an excellent middle ground for an amateur buyer looking for a recreational or powerful filming drone.

In the end, it is plain to see that depending on a user's needs and budget, the type of drone and price can vary. These three drones provided some base information about what to expect on each extreme of the the drone spectrum. It is important to remember that drones cannot be flown anywhere, due to airspace restrictions, and that even the simplest require practice to fly. But, regardless of their use, drones are very important modern day tools.