How to choose a drone for a beginner

Each advises his own. Many agree that the "first quadrocopter" should be cheap, so that later you do not grieve about a premature loss (and this can be so!).

Other experts argue that you need to start with good things in order to feel the "sharpness of the moment" and then not regret the time spent.

We propose to approach the issue of choosing the first multicopter (quadrocopter or hexacopter - you decide) in a balanced way, without making sudden movements in one direction or the other.

5 main parameters to look out for when choosing a drone for beginners

Yes, there are so many main characteristics that need to be taken into account in order to make the right choice, and the price does not play the first role.

Equipment

Not all drones arrive at their new owner fully assembled. Take only RTF kits and marked "for starters". Other options (BNF "Bind and Fly" - bindi and fly, or KIT - "kit") require from the pilot not only a certain experience, but also a specific engineering thinking. Learn more about models at the https://droneadvisor.tech

Flight time

The battery capacity determines how long your drone will stay in the air. For beginner models, flight times range from 5 to 20 minutes. Of course, the battery recharges, but it takes time, which sometimes you don't want to waste. Well, if the quad has a removable battery, then we recommend that you immediately buy an additional battery, or a larger capacity Akum.

Advice for beginners:

Even budget models are already signaling low battery power. Make sure you are in control of the flight time, otherwise the drone may not return!

Dye resistance, dimensions, protection

At first, you will repeatedly "drop" the drone and fight against all kinds of obstacles. Small size and weight - a guarantee that in the next collision the device will survive and will not harm the propellers around.

It's great if the drone has blade protection. At first, this is a way out, but then we recommend removing it so that the drone does not suffer from "windage" and becomes more maneuverable.

Stabilization

In order for the drone to fly outdoors and even in slightly windy weather, it is desirable to have a six or at least four axis gyroscope. This little thing will help you stay in the air more confidently and, of course, avoid unnecessary crashes.

Price

If your future plans are to purchase an expensive apparatus for aerial and photography, then, of course, the first "test model" should be cheap, without a camera and unnecessary troubles. Alternatively, you can test your strength first on flight simulators .

In case you are not preparing to buy professional equipment and are choosing a drone for entertainment, then take a closer look at the budget models  Hubsan  and  Syma  - these brands offer good options for inexpensive but functional drones with cameras and even intelligent flight modes.

And a few more tips ...

Pay attention to the control panel. Don't chase "multifunctionality".

Let the equipment be with a small number of buttons and switches. To begin with, the simpler the better: you need your fingers to get used to the sticks, and the control becomes "reflex". 

Some budget models (for example, Hubsan X4 ) have intelligent flight modes, including auto return to the takeoff point. A useful feature for beginners, especially considering that with the small dimensions of the drone, it is not difficult to lose sight of it.

There are different opinions about the benefits of the "Headless mode" , but it is better if it is still available.

Well, that seems to be all! It's time to choose and start practicing.

Happy shopping, and if you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask!