Beginners
A training drone or a camera drone with GPS and automatic return; a simulator helps.
Choosing and buying
Choosing and buying
In short: don't look for "the best drone" — choose a drone for your task and your country's rules. For filming, a camera drone with GPS is more convenient; for learning, an inexpensive training drone; for dynamic flying, FPV after practising on a simulator.
Criteria
- Purpose: filming, learning, sport, work
- Weight — in many countries it determines registration rules and the flight category
- GPS and automatic return functions
- Flight time and availability of spare batteries
- Repairability and availability of spare parts
- Pilot skill requirements
Comparison of types
| Criterion | Training | Camera | FPV | Professional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stabilisation and GPSObjective parameter | Usually no GPS | Usually yes | Often no | Yes |
| ControlObjective parameter | Remote controller or smartphone | Remote controller with screen or smartphone | Remote controller and video goggles | Remote controller, mission planning |
| Entry thresholdEditorial assessment | Low | Low–medium | High | High |
| RepairabilityEditorial assessment | Low | Medium, depends on the model | High (modular builds) | High, via a service centre |
| Who it is forEditorial assessment | First acquaintance | Travel, filming | Sport, dynamic filming | Work |
Who it suits
Travel
A foldable camera drone; check the rules of the countries you are visiting in advance.
FPV
Start with a simulator and a small model for practice.
What to look out for
- Weight with battery — it determines registration requirements in many countries
- Whether spare batteries and propellers are on sale
- Official warranty and service in your country
- Which features only work after registering an account in the app
Sources
- Manufacturers' documentation
- EASA — flight categories and registration requirements in the EU
The advice on this site does not replace the manufacturer's manual: models differ considerably. Flight rules depend on the country and region and change over time, so check them with the aviation authorities before every season.