After much deliberation and many comparison tests, we’ve come to the conclusion that the best drone for most people is the sub-250g DJI Mini 3 Pro, hotly followed by the equally small Autel Evo Nano+, which has better low-light shooting capability.
Our #3 model of choice is the new DJI Mavic 3 Classic which drops the standard Mavic 3’s long-range zoom camera in favour of a dramatically lower price. If you want a drone that can shoot pro-quality footage and stills for not much wonga, this is the one for you.
Finally, for the ultimate in equally affordable high-end video and image quality, consider the exceptional Autel Evo Lite+ or the standard DJI Mavic 3, which features an extra zoom camera along with its four-thirds Hasselblad. Neither of these drones will disappoint if pro-level aerial videos and photos are your chief prerequisites.
If you're new to the drone world, jump to what to know before buying a drone (or check out our UK drone flying regulations guide or US drone regulations) first.