I test drones for a living and I just found the 5 best Black Friday drone deals
Save up to 23% on DJI and Potensic
Black Friday deals have been heating up all week with great offers on action and instant cameras, and now it’s the drones' turn to shine.
As a licensed drone pilot, I test drones for a living and I put them through rigorous testing — flying them in different conditions, running battery tests, analyzing build quality, seeing how they compare to others, and so on. I've rounded up the best Black Friday drone deals for you — and some drones are at their lowest ever prices.
The DJI Air 3 Fly More combo has dropped to its lowest ever price, so you can score a sweet 20% discount at Amazon regardless of whether you choose the RC-N2 or the RC-2 touchscreen controller. It's one of the finest drones out there, and, if you gifted it, you'd earn a lot of brownie points.
If you want a non-DJI drone, the Potensic Atom SE is currently 23% off at Amazon, and this lightweight drone doesn't need FAA/CAA registration, so it could be the perfect gift for friends and family.
There's more where that came from. All the discounts are available on Fly More combos or Expansion Kits — these usually include spare batteries, extra propellers and other accessories — so you're getting more for less. Let me take you through the best Black Friday drone deals.
Quick links
- Potensic Atom SE Expansion Kit: was $299 now $229
- DJI Mini 3 Fly More combo: was $719 now $559
- Potensic Atom Fly More combo: was $449 now $349
- DJI Air 3 Fly More combo (RC-N2): was $1,349 now $1,079
- DJI Mini 4K Fly More combo: was $449 now $359
About the author
Based in the U.K., Nikita is a licensed drone pilot and tests the latest drones for Tom's Guide, and she has always been fascinated by aerial photography. She puts drones through rigorous testing to ensure all the tech specs and facts are backed up.
Black Friday drone deals
The bigger brother of the Atom that's further down this list, the Potensic Atom SE is a lightweight drone that doesn't require FAA/CAA registration, and it's fitted with a 1/3-inch CMOS sensor that takes 12MP photos and 4K/30fps video. The Atom SE is equipped with ShakeVanish technology to help take more stable images within a 118° field of view and a vertical +20° to -90° camera. Two batteries, included in this bundle, will last you for 62 minutes, making this a great drone for adventures and travel.
DJI is the biggest name in the world of drone photography so chances are you're already aware of its fantastic creations. Now's the time to grab the Mini 3 Fly More combo with both hands and fly. In our DJI Mini 3 review, we gave it four stars for its ability to shoot vertical video for less, extremely long flight time (38 minutes), ease of flying, and its light and agile body. It weighs just 8.78oz (249g) which means you won't need to register as a drone pilot to fly it — making it the perfect gift for your friends and family, or yourself!
I'm currently testing the Potensic Atom and will be reviewing it in full soon — should the storm pass in the U.K. My first impressions of the drone have been great though. It's lightweight and comes with a storage bag which is comfortable, and it records lovely 4K/30fps footage. The 3-axis mechanical gimbal design means the drone records stable footage in winds up to 10.7m/s, and the three batteries included in this bundle should provide you with nearly 96 minutes of flight time.
With dual cameras capable of shooting 48MP stills and 4K/60fps HDR video and a flight time of up to 46 minutes, the DJI Air 3 is one of the best consumer drones. One of the two lenses allows you to zoom in 3x so you can capture every detail, and you can enjoy a stable 1080P/60fps live feed up to 12.4 miles, ensuring smooth flights with clear and reliable transmission. You can get the Fly More combo with either the RC-N2 controller for $1,079 at Amazon or the RC-2 touchscreen controller for $1,239 at Amazon.
The DJI Mini 4K Fly More features some pro specs. Not only can you capture 4K/30fps footage, but you also get access to QuickShots and panoramas with a 31-minute flight time. This small-but-mighty drone can also transmit a live feed for 10km (6.21 miles) to the included RC-2 controller. The drone also features one-tap take-off and landing, smart return to home, and stable hovering, making it the ideal drone for beginners and drone enthusiasts.
Aerial photography is a great passion of mine, as taking to the skies clears my head and lets me be creative. I'd highly recommend grabbing a drone for yourself or for your family as they make lovely gifts. And there's no better time than during Black Friday sales, is there? The Potensic Atom which is currently 22% off at Amazon is a good choice for beginners as it doesn't require a drone license and it's very easy to control. For more experience drone pilots, I'd recommend the DJI Air 3 Fly More combo which is currently at its lowest ever price, down to $1,079 from $1,349.
Regardless of the drone you choose, I know you'll be happy with it. Trust me, it won't be a decision you'll great — not at these prices.
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Nikita is a Staff Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She's a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, always on the lookout for the latest tech. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she has interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres. When she’s not working, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, out on a walk with a camera in hand, at a concert, or watching F1. She's also a licensed drone pilot. Her work has appeared in several publications including Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro.