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160-system registry · source checked July 20, 2026

The drone market, sorted by the job.

Choose the aircraft before the accessories. Search 28 current U.S. retail models, 31 regional or U.S.-uncertain aircraft, 74 dealer or program systems, plus 22 supported and 5 legacy references.

Decision first, retailer second

Start with the aircraft worth comparing closely.

These 26 image-led briefs cover the aircraft with the strongest buying or ownership case. The complete 160-system registry below tracks the broader market without manufacturing shallow review pages.

Visual briefs
26
Owner guides
42
All tracked
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Antigravity A1 8K 360 drone, front viewIn stock

Antigravity

A1

8K 360 immersive drone

First 8K 360
Weight
249 g
Camera
Dual-lens 8K/30 360
Endurance
Up to 24 min (39 with HC battery)

Capture everything and frame the shot after landing — the first 8K 360 drone, with goggles and motion controller in the box.

Per-angle resolution is below a dedicated 1-inch camera drone; first-generation software is improving monthly.

Potensic ATOM 2 drone on a white backgroundOfficial U.S. store

Potensic

ATOM 2

Sub-250 g camera drone

Strong non-DJI value
Weight
Under 249 g
Camera
48 MP · 4K/30 HDR
Endurance
Up to 32 min

A current non-DJI starter camera drone with a real three-axis gimbal and a useful accessory ecosystem.

No omnidirectional obstacle sensing. The PTD-1 screen controller is a separate configuration.

DJI Mini 4 Pro camera droneFinite U.S. inventory

DJI

Mini 4 Pro

Sub-250 g flagship

Best compact all-rounder
Weight
Under 249 g
Camera
1/1.3 in · 4K/60 HDR
Endurance
Up to 34 min

The most complete small camera-drone package when obstacle sensing and compact travel size matter.

U.S. supply and pricing can move quickly. A Plus battery changes the under-250 g assumption.

HOVERAir X1 PROMAX autonomous flying cameraOfficial U.S. store

HOVERAir

X1 PRO / PROMAX

Autonomous follow camera

Best hands-free follow camera
Weight
Under 200 g
Camera
PRO 4K · PROMAX 8K
Endurance
Up to 16 min

Cycling, running, travel, and solo creator shots where autonomous tracking matters more than manual range.

This is a follow camera, not a long-range landscape drone. Wind and battery endurance are the tradeoffs.

DJI Air 3S dual-camera droneFinite U.S. inventory

DJI

Air 3S

Prosumer dual-camera drone

Best everyday camera workhorse
Weight
724 g · register
Camera
1 in wide + 70 mm tele
Endurance
Up to 45 min

The practical photo/video workhorse for creators who need a strong wide camera and useful telephoto reach.

It requires registration and carries the same U.S. supply uncertainty as the rest of the DJI line.

DJI Flip camera drone with enclosed propeller guardsCheck U.S. stock

DJI

Flip

Guarded beginner camera drone

Best guarded first camera drone
Weight
Under 249 g
Camera
1/1.3 in · 4K/60 HDR
Endurance
Up to 31 min

A nervous first pilot who wants better footage than a selfie drone and more prop protection than a Mini.

Prop guards reduce contact risk; they do not make flight over people automatically legal.

DJI Neo palm-launch droneCheck U.S. stock

DJI

Neo

Palm-launch selfie drone

Simplest DJI entry
Weight
135 g
Camera
4K/30 stabilized
Endurance
Up to 18 min

The least intimidating route to palm launch, automated tracking, and short social clips.

No obstacle sensing and a much smaller camera than the Mini line.

DJI Neo 2 palm-launch droneNot officially sold in U.S.

DJI

Neo 2

Palm-launch follow camera

Weight
151 g
Camera
1/2 in · 4K/60
Endurance
Up to 19 min

The Neo idea with a mechanical gimbal and a much stronger sensing package, where officially available.

No official U.S. sales channel. Import, warranty, and support conditions need to be checked before buying.

DJI Mini 5 Pro camera droneNot officially sold in U.S.

DJI

Mini 5 Pro

Sub-250 g large-sensor drone

Weight
Under 250 g
Camera
1 in · 50 MP · 4K/60 HDR
Endurance
Up to 36 min

Travel creators who want a larger sensor without moving into an Air-size aircraft.

No official U.S. DJI listing. Verify seller, warranty, Remote ID, and support before considering an import.

DJI Mavic 4 Pro professional camera droneNot officially sold in U.S.

DJI

Mavic 4 Pro

Professional triple-camera drone

Most capable camera system
Weight
Over 1 kg · register
Camera
100 MP wide + dual tele
Endurance
Up to 51 min

High-end aerial imaging where multiple focal lengths and long endurance justify the cost and support risk.

No official U.S. DJI listing. This is a major purchase to make through a gray-market channel.

DJI Avata 2 FPV drone in flightCheck U.S. stock

DJI

Avata 2

Cinewhoop-style FPV drone

Best ready-to-fly cinematic FPV
Weight
377 g · register
Camera
1/1.3 in · 4K/100
Endurance
Up to 23 min

Immersive, close-proximity motion footage with a simpler entry path than a custom FPV build.

Goggles do not replace the visual-observer requirement when operating under Part 107 rules.

Potensic ATOM camera droneOfficial U.S. store

Potensic

ATOM

Budget sub-250 g camera drone

Weight
Under 249 g
Camera
4K/30 · 3-axis gimbal
Endurance
Up to 32 min

A proven lower-cost alternative to DJI for beginners who still want a mechanical gimbal.

The newer ATOM 2 adds a stronger camera and should be compared before buying the older model.

Potensic ATOM 3 drone and screen controllerNew · U.S. stock watch

Potensic

ATOM 3

Long-endurance sub-250 g drone

New model to watch
Weight
Under 249 g
Camera
50 MP · 4K/60 HDR
Endurance
Up to 50 min

Buyers tracking the newest non-DJI sub-250 g option and willing to wait for stable U.S. availability.

The official U.S. page was unavailable when checked. Treat launch specifications and stock as source-watch items.

HOVERAir X1 pocket follow cameraOfficial U.S. store

HOVERAir

X1

Pocket follow camera

Weight
125 g
Camera
2.7K stabilized
Endurance
Up to 11.5 min

Short, automated follow clips with a device that folds into a jacket pocket.

The X1 PRO and PROMAX are the better current choices for serious video quality and outdoor tracking.

HOVERAir AQUA flying camera and water controller kitOfficial page · out of stock

HOVERAir

AQUA

Water-oriented follow camera

Specialist water platform
Weight
Under 250 g
Camera
4K/100
Endurance
Up to 23 min

Surf, paddling, and water-sport creators who need a purpose-built follow camera rather than a generic drone near water.

New platform, currently out of stock when checked. Wait for stable availability and field evidence before relying on it.

BETAFPV Cetus beginner FPV kitCurrent starter kit

BETAFPV

Cetus FPV Kit

Indoor FPV trainer

Weight
Micro class
Camera
FPV pilot feed
Endurance
About 4–5 min

Learning FPV orientation and stick control indoors before risking a larger quad.

This is a training platform, not a camera drone. Tiny LiPo battery handling still needs discipline.

DJI Mini 2 camera droneUsed / refurbished only

DJI

Mini 2

Legacy sub-250 g camera drone

Large installed base
Weight
Under 249 g stock
Camera
1/2.3 in · 4K/30
Endurance
Up to 31 min

Existing owners and careful used buyers who want a simple, light 4K trainer with a mature DJI Fly workflow.

No built-in Standard Remote ID. Battery condition, phone support, and exact Mini-family parts now matter more than the old launch price.

DJI Mavic Air 2 camera droneUsed / refurbished only

DJI

Mavic Air 2

Legacy 4K/60 camera drone

Firmware-dependent RID
Weight
570 g · register
Camera
1/2 in · 48 MP · 4K/60
Endurance
Up to 34 min

Owners keeping a proven Air 2 flying after verifying its batteries, exact model identifier, and Remote ID firmware.

Air 2S batteries and props overlap selectively; its ND filters and gimbal protector do not. Used-aircraft history matters.

DJI Mavic 2 Pro camera droneDJI service deadline

DJI

Mavic 2 Pro / Zoom

Legacy professional camera system

Service deadline watch
Weight
905-907 g · register
Camera
Pro 1 in · Zoom 24-48 mm
Endurance
Up to 31 min

Current owners whose Pro camera or continuous optical zoom still solves a defined production need.

Zoom service has ended and Pro service ends August 31, 2026. Batteries, app support, gimbals, and camera-specific parts carry real risk.

DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 mapping droneLegacy mapping platform

DJI

Phantom 4 Pro V2.0

Mechanical-shutter mapping drone

Mechanical-shutter legacy
Weight
1,375 g · register
Camera
1 in · 20 MP mechanical shutter
Endurance
Up to 30 min

Existing mapping teams that specifically need a mechanical shutter and can maintain a known V2.0 aircraft and controller set.

The original Phantom 4 Pro controller is not interchangeable. Battery condition, mission-app support, parts, and accepted RID firmware must all be verified.

Original DJI Avata guarded FPV dronePrevious generation

DJI

Avata

Original guarded cinematic FPV drone

Original Avata system
Weight
410 g · register
Camera
1/1.7 in · 4K/60
Endurance
Up to 18 min hover

Owners who already have a compatible original-Avata goggles and controller stack and want guarded cinematic FPV.

Avata 2 batteries and body parts do not fit. Remote ID location setup varies by goggles, and Manual mode still demands simulator work and a visual observer.

DJI FPV dronePrevious generation

DJI

DJI FPV

Integrated fast-FPV system

Simulator first
Weight
795 g · register
Camera
1/2.3 in · 4K/60
Endurance
Up to 20 min

Disciplined existing owners who want DJI's integrated high-speed FPV experience and understand the repair economics.

It is heavy and expensive to crash. Sensor slowdown is not automatic braking, and Manual mode requires the FPV Remote Controller 2 and staged training.

DJI Matrice 4 enterprise droneAuthorized dealer

DJI Enterprise

Matrice 4E / 4T

Compact enterprise inspection platform

Compact enterprise platform
Weight
Approx. 1.2 kg
Camera
4E mapping · 4T thermal
Endurance
Up to 49 min

Survey, mapping, inspection, public safety, and thermal workflows that need an enterprise support channel.

Payload, data-security, procurement, and regulatory needs should be defined before requesting a quote.

DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise droneAuthorized dealer

DJI Enterprise

Mavic 3 Enterprise

Portable mapping and thermal platform

Weight
915 g class
Camera
4/3 mapping · thermal option
Endurance
Up to 45 min

Portable photogrammetry, construction documentation, and inspection teams that value a mature accessory stack.

Choose between the Enterprise and Thermal variants from the deliverable backward, not from the aircraft forward.

Skydio X10 enterprise drone in flightSales consultation

Skydio

X10

Autonomous inspection and public-safety UAS

U.S. enterprise option
Weight
Enterprise class
Camera
Wide + tele · thermal option
Endurance
Up to 40 min

Infrastructure inspection, public safety, and operations that prioritize autonomous obstacle avoidance and U.S. procurement.

This is an organizational platform with software, training, support, and procurement costs beyond the aircraft.

Autel EVO Lite Plus camera droneConsumer line winding down

Autel Robotics

EVO Lite+

Retiring consumer camera drone

Weight
835 g · register
Camera
1 in · 6K
Endurance
Up to 40 min

Existing owners who need support context, accessories, or a benchmark against current camera drones.

Do not treat a discounted listing as a current ecosystem. Check warranty, batteries, app support, and spare parts first.

Already own the aircraft?

Shop accessories by exact model.

Batteries, propellers, filters, and cases are compatibility purchases. The accessory library now has dedicated ATOM 2 and HOVERAir X1 PRO / PROMAX paths alongside the DJI, Autel, and FPV shelves.

Open accessories by model
Exact fitBatteries, propellers, camera filters, guards, and cases must name the exact aircraft.
Often universalMicroSD cards, landing pads, strobes, and LiPo storage can cross models when mounted safely.
Source checkedAircraft and official links last reviewed July 19, 2026. Stock still changes.

Complete aircraft registry

The market is bigger than the review shelf.

Search current U.S. retail aircraft, regional or U.S.-uncertain releases, dealer systems, and supported legacy models. A registry entry proves the aircraft exists and gives you the official source. A deep guide means we have also built the setup, legal, accessory, maintenance, and troubleshooting layer.

Tracked systems
160
Current U.S. retail
28
Regional / U.S. uncertain
31
Dealer / program
74

Coverage depth across the 160 tracked systems

26

Decision briefs

Curated specifications, use case, and buying cautions.

4

System dossiers

Mission fit, field workflow, regulatory path, procurement, and primary sources.

22

Full aircraft reviews

22 of 160 tracked aircraft have deep, source-linked editorial dossiers.

42

Owner guides

Setup, maintenance, compatibility, and support.

160 matched

Antigravity

A1

8K 360 camera drone

Immersive camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Immersive capture system with goggles and post-flight reframing.

DJI

Mavic 4 Pro

Three-camera flagship

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Current flagship outside DJI's normal U.S. retail channel.

DJI

Mavic 3 Pro / Cine

Three-camera prosumer drone

Camera drone

Supported legacy
Owner guide

Superseded production platform with active support through December 2026.

DJI

Mavic 3 Classic

Single-camera Mavic

Camera drone

Supported legacy
Owner guide

Superseded single-camera Mavic with active support through December 2026.

DJI

Inspire 3

Full-frame 8K cinema drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain

Current professional cinematography platform; U.S. stock and production procurement should be confirmed before purchase.

DJI

Air 3S

Dual-camera prosumer drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Practical wide-and-tele camera workhorse with U.S. stock risk.

DJI

Air 3

Dual-camera prosumer drone

Camera drone

Supported legacy
Editorial reviewOwner guide

Superseded by Air 3S, with a large installed base and active support through December 2026.

DJI

Mini 5 Pro

Sub-250 g large-sensor drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Current compact flagship where officially available; U.S. sourcing varies.

DJI

Mini 4 Pro

Sub-250 g flagship

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Compact all-rounder with broad sensing and a mature accessory system.

DJI

Mini 3

Sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Editorial reviewOwner guide

Mainstream entry model with Plus-battery weight implications.

DJI

Mini 4K

Budget sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Editorial reviewOwner guide

Current budget Mini platform sold through U.S. retail channels.

DJI

Mini 2 SE

Budget sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Owner guide

Entry Mini still relevant for batteries, controllers, and Remote ID questions.

DJI

Flip

Guarded beginner camera drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Foldable propeller protection and automated creator modes.

DJI

Lito 1

Compact camera drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain

Official current model; normal U.S. retail availability is not yet established.

DJI

Lito X1

Compact camera drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain

Official current model with regional availability and support questions.

Potensic

ATOM 3

Sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Newer ATOM family aircraft with availability that varies by market.

Potensic

ATOM 2

Sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Current three-axis-gimbal alternative with an official U.S. store path.

Potensic

ATOM

Sub-250 g camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Decision briefEditorial reviewOwner guide

Established value camera drone with a growing accessory base.

Potensic

ATOM SE

Budget sub-250 g drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Editorial reviewOwner guide

High-volume budget model with meaningful setup and compatibility demand.

Potensic

ATOM LT

Entry camera drone

Camera drone

Regional / U.S. uncertain

Lower-price ATOM family model with stock that changes by market.

Autel Robotics

EVO Nano / Nano+

Sub-250 g camera drones

Camera drone

Supported legacy

Supported DJI alternative; new retail inventory is inconsistent.

Autel Robotics

EVO Lite

Mid-size camera drone

Camera drone

Supported legacy

Separate camera configuration from the Lite+ on the same family platform.

Autel Robotics

EVO Lite+

One-inch camera drone

Camera drone

Supported legacy
Decision briefOwner guide

Capable camera platform with increasing battery and support risk.

Autel Robotics

EVO II Pro V3

One-inch professional camera drone

Camera drone

Current U.S. retail
Editorial reviewOwner guide

Current Autel imaging platform with enterprise-adjacent controls.

Showing the first 24 of 160 tracked systems.

Source checked July 20, 2026. Market status describes the manufacturer channel, not guaranteed local inventory, legal eligibility, Blue UAS status, or support in every country. Coverage badges describe Drone Authority content, not hands-on testing unless a page says so explicitly.

DJI availability note

A great specification is not the same as a low-risk U.S. purchase.

Some newer DJI aircraft were never added to DJI's official U.S. store, while older stock can be finite. We keep those models visible for comparison, but label the sourcing and support risk directly.

Read the U.S. DJI guide

Aircraft to operation

Before first launch

Buying the aircraft is one decision. Use this sequence to get from the box to a deliberate, legal first flight.

Aircraft under consideration

Any aircraft you choose

26 aircraft, each with a listed weight and use case

  1. 01

    Aircraft status

    Set the registration path

    Use the weight line on each of the 26 aircraft in the catalog, then answer for the way you will fly. Part 107 registration applies to every aircraft, including sub-250 g models.

    Check registration
  2. 02

    Launch location

    Check the exact airspace

    The aircraft does not decide whether a location is clear. Check the launch point, planned altitude, date, and time for controlled airspace, restrictions, and local launch rules.

    Start the airspace check
  3. 03

    Only when it is work

    Conditional

    Decide whether Part 107 applies

    A small drone does not create a business-use exception. If the flight serves a client, employer, listing, monetized project, or another non-recreational purpose, check the Part 107 path first.

    Check commercial requirements
  4. 04

    Props still off

    Run the first-flight preflight

    Confirm aircraft condition, firmware, battery health, controller link, home point, return-to-home settings, weather, people, obstacles, and the lost-link plan before takeoff.

    Open the first-flight checklist