



Piloting Drones is quickly becoming one of the Top Hobbies in the US and around the world, and for good reason, it's a ton of fun for the whole family, young or old! In this article we will go over the Top 10 Best Drones available in 2018!

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Sometimes the hardest thing about starting off in the Drone Hobby can be figuring out which one to pick in the first place. Well, luckily for you it's 2018 and many modern drones come with amazing features like 4K Cameras, In-Flight Stabilization, Automatic Obstacle Avoidance & more, without the Huge price of some of the first-generation drones!





We have considered details like Price, Durability, Ease of Use, Battery Life, and more, to come up with a well rounded list and the perfect drone for everyone and every occasion! So sit-back and let's Fly right into our recommended picks for the Top 10 Best Drones to Buy in 2018.

Overview:

1): DJI Mavic Air

2): DJI Mavic Pro

3): DJI Inspire 2

4): DJI Spark

5): DJI Phantom 4

6): ZeroTech Dobby

7): DJI Inspire 1

8): XIRO Xplorer V

9): Parrot Bebop 2

10): Hubsan x4 Drone with Camera













DJI Mavic Air : The Ultimate Drone in 2018!

The First Drone on our List goes the DJI Mavic Air ! This is Our Favorite Drone in 2018 because it does it all and its nice and small! It has all the features you could ever want in a drone and it's packed with some incredible tech to help you have the ultimate flight experience!





Features:





Foldable, Lightweight Design

Captures 4K Video (60 fps)

21-minute battery life

Tracks moving subjects





Specs:

Weight: 430g | Dimensions (folded): 168×83×49mm | Dimensions (unfolded): 168×184×64 mm | Controller: Yes | Video resolution: 4K 60fps | Camera resolution: 12MP | Flight Time: 21 minutes (2375mAh) | Range: 4 km | Max Speed: 68 kph / 43 mph

The Mavic Air was built to go wherever adventure takes you. Inheriting the best of the Mavic series, this ultraportable and foldable drone features high-end flight performance and functionality for limitless exploration. This Drone shoots video at an incredible 4K 30 fps, recording at 100 Mbps to capture every second with UHD quality. With support for recording 1080p 120 fps slow-motion video, the Mavic Air captures all your epic high-speed adventures.





All-in-All it's no wonder why this Drone made it to the Number 1 spot on our List of The 10 Best Drones in 2018!

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DJI Mavic Pro : Fly With Style!









The Second Drone on our list goes the DJI Mavic Pro . This little drone packs some insane power! It's foldable wings make it easy to stow away and its 25 minutes of battery life will give you plenty of time to get all the amazing 4k footage you could ever need! Plus so much more, it's no wonder this is one of the Top Drones available in 2018 and one of our personal favorites! Features:

Full HD 1080p Video Streaming

4.3 Mile Range

Using Flight Autonomy it can see obstacles as far away as 49ft (15m)

Hover precisely in many environments, and automatically land where you took off

Integrated High-Precision 3-Axis Mechanical Camera Stabilization System





Specs:





Weight: 734g | Dimensions: 11.4 x 7.1 x 9.4 inches | Controller: Yes | Camera resolution: 12.35MP | Battery Size: 3830mAh | Range: 4.3 miles





The DJI Mavic Pro is one of the most popular drones to ever exist and it's definitely a contender for the best drone in 2018. it almost made the #1 spot on this list! If you want a drone that has a range of over 4 miles, a flight time of over 25 minutes, an amazing 4k camera, an ability to automatically avoid obstacles, take selfies with a simple hand gesture, hover with precision, and so much more, then this might be the perfect drone for you!





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DJI Inspire 2 : The Drone For Professionals!





The Third Drone on Our List goes to the DJI Inspire 2 . This is the ultimate drone for the professional flyers among us!. This is the most expensive drone on our list and for good reason. It is packed with some insane technology and loaded with a ton of amazing features!





Features:

Quadcopter is compatible with 5.2K Gimbal Cameras and features CineCore 2.0 Image Processing

Drone supports CinemaDNG and ProRes Recording

Flying copter features Advanced Obstacle Sensing

2-Axis Stabilized FPV Camera.





Specs:

Dimensions: 59.1 x 59.1 x 39.4 inches | Weight: 30 pounds (3440g) | Controller: Yes | Camera resolution: 30MP | Battery Size: 4280mAh | Range: 7 km | Flight Time: 27 MInutes

The DJI Inspire 2 has a sleek metal composite bodywork upgrade with a more advanced object avoidance technology so you won't have to worry about that precious dron getting scratched by accidentally clipping a tree or building. The ability to easily swap camera lenses makes this the perfect drone for professional photographers and filmmakers who want to work with the best equipment on the market. All-in-All this drone wouldn't be a great pick for the average consumer just looking to have a little fun. This drone is made for the professionals looking to invest in their business and produce professional quality productions and photos.

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DJI Spark : Fly Like A Jedi!

The Fourth Drone on Our List goes to the DJI Spark ! You can fly this Highly Intelligent little drone with hand gestures, which totally makes you feel like a Jedi! This little drone is affordable and makes for a great gift for anyone!

















Features:

Intelligent Flight ModesSmart, reliable, and incredibly intuitive

High-Performance Camera

Amazing images and Stabilized Video

Powerful Propulsion Speed and Precision Control

2-Axis Stabilized Gimbal Camera

Worry-free flight in the palm of your hand





Specs:

Dimensions: 9.8 x 3 x 8.2 inches | Weight: 300g | Controller: Yes/Not included | Camera resolution: 12mp | Battery Size: 1480 mAh | Range: 2 km | Flight Time: 16 Minutes

The DJI Spark's images are consistently sharp and vivid with very little color aberration and distortion. The Sparks Camera allows you to shoot stabilized video at 1080p and stills at 12 MP. It's 2-axis mechanical gimbal and UltraSmooth technology dramatically reduce shake and rolling shutter effect, keeping shots stable and detailed. With FaceAware, Spark lifts off from your hand by recognizing your face.* It takes off and hovers in place within seconds of powering on. Take amazing aerial photos using just hand gestures, without a remote controller or mobile device. Intelligent Flight Modes and intuitive controls help you create cinematic aerial videos with just a few taps on your phone. All-in-All this little drone is packed with so many features we couldn't list them all here. This is one of our favorite little drones and definitely one of the Best Gifts you could ever give to anyone aspiring to be a drone pilot in 2018!

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DJI Phantom 4 : The Latest in the Phantom Series!





The Fifth Drone on Our List goes to the DJI Phantom 4 ! A redefined model of the already impressive DJI Phantom 3 Professional, the Phantom 4 brings with it a more sturdy design, updated object-avoidance technology and – like so many of DJI's offerings – an impressive dedicated remote control which connects to an equally feature-rich smartphone app.









Features:

4K Camera

Remote Control

Avoids Obstacles Automatically

Track moving subjects automatically using ActiveTrack

TapFly lets you fly with a tap of the finger

Smart Return Home allows the Phantom to avoid obstacles as it returns home





Specs:

Dimensions: 23.8 x 15.8 x 18 inches | Weight: 1380 g | Controller: Yes | Camera resolution: 12.4MP | Battery Size: : 5,350mAh | Range: 3.1 miles | Flight Time: 20 Minutes

The DJI Phantom 4 is'nt quite in the same league as its sibling, the Inspire 1, the Phantom 4 offers a similar degree of performance and functionality for a lower price. We all use our eyes to see, and for the first time the Phantom 4 does too. Two small forward facing cameras give it its own pair of eyes and an ability to not only see but react. In normal flight modes if it sees an obstacle coming close it will stop. In TapFly, ActiveTrack and Smart Return Home modes it will fly around or over the obstacle, or come to a gentle stop to avoid a collision. It also gives you an audible and visual warning so you always know what is happening to the Phantom. All-in-All this is an excellent drone for beginners or professionals and it's no wonder it made it onto our list of the 10 Best Drones in 2018!

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ZeroTech Dobby : The Ultimate Pocket Drone!

The Sixth Drone on Our List goes to the ZeroTech Dobby ! This low priced little drone folds up to fit right in your pocket and has been described as the ultimate selfie drone! It's controlled via a smartphone application and comes with some pretty cool standard features.

























Features:

Pocket-size rechargeable drone with dual satellite positioning and high definition camera

Easily control with your phone's swipe function or use phone as a motion controller, real time image-monitoring on your phone

Innovative camera offers facial recognition, target tracking and 10s auto follow short video shooting

Synchronize photos to your phone with one click, sharing function ensures your wonderful moments last





Specs:

Dimensions: 5.3 x 2.6 x 1.4 inches | Weight: 199g | Controller: No | Camera resolution: 13MP | Battery Size: *970mAh | Range: 100 meters | Flight Time: 10 Minutes

The ZeroTech Dobby pocket drone with high definition camera takes your seflie game to new heights. A quad core processor, gesture-based interaction control, facial recognition and dual satellite positioning are cleverly packed into this fun mini aerial drone. Innovative and easy to use, the DOBBY pocket drone can be flown safely indoors or out while the high definition camera expertly captures clear, professional looking photos and videos. The intuitive accompanying app transforms your phone into a flight controller and lets you monitor your images in real time. All-in-All this is one of our favorite pocket drones and is perfect for beginners just getting into the hobby!

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DJI Inspire 1 : Another One For The Pros!

The Seventh Drone on Our List goes to the DJI Inspire 1 . This drone is made for the professional flyers among us looking to step up their game. As far as drones go, this one is certainly Top-of-the-Line with some pretty amazing features!





Features:

Captures 4K Video and 12MP Stills

3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizes Camera

Up to 1.2 Mile Radio Range,GPS-Based Flight Control System

Vision Positioning for Indoor Flying

Live 720p HD Monitoring with Lightbridge

Thrust-Boosted Motors / New Propellers

Retractable Carbon Fiber Arms

Unobstructed 360° Shooting





Specs:

Weight: 2935g | Dimensions: 16.5 x 18.9 x 2.8 inches | Controller: Yes | Camera resolution: 12.76M | Battery Size: 5700mAh | Range: 2 km | Flight Time: 15-20 Minutes

The DJI Inspire 1 is designed to be powerful while lightweight, flexible while providing the stability you need, the Inspire 1 is DJI's most advanced complete package . All of the latest aerial technology is packed into one simple, ready-to-fly system, putting you in the sky within minutes. DJI has re-engineered and re-built the system to handle the demands of advanced flight, while increasing efficiency and reliability making this one of the best drones available and a perfect pick the the professionals in the hobby!

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XIRO Xplorer V : A Sleek New Design!

The Eighth Drone on Our List goes to the XIRO Xplorer V ! This drone has some unique looking features thanks to its sharp edges, LED lighting and fetching camo color scheme. The Xplorer also comes with some great features!





























Features:

Ready to fly quad copter: Charge the included battery, attach the propellers & start the remote controller

Real time live preview and flight status achieved by attaching smart phone to the remote controller

High-precision 3-axis camera stabilization system enables a whole new level of smooth, stable and blur-free photo capture and video recording in the sky

Distinguished "Follow Me" and "Circle Around Me" functions brings you incredibly amazing selfie shots with great ease and lots of fun

5,200-mAh lithium polymer (LiPo) rechargeable battery can fly up to 25 minutes on a single charge





Specs:

Dimensions: 14.8 x 13.86 x 6.41 in | Weight: 1202.02g | Controller: Yes | Camera resolution: 14MP | Battery Size: 5200mAh | Flight Time: 25 Minutes

The XIRO Xplorer V is a high-quality, solid drone with a distinctive design. It is extremely easy to use thanks to a complete package including the assembled drone, a video-stabilized 3-axis camera gimbal and a 14 megapixels HD video camera. The remote control is ergonomically designed for users' convenience - light-weight and easy to carry, equipped with a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Range Extender for an effective connection between a smartphone and the Xplorer. This drone makes it easy for everyone to fly, just mount the propellers, install the battery and you can enter the fascinating world of aerial photography and video. All-in-All this is an amazing little device designed for beginners or intermediate pilots and it makes for a great gift for anyone looking to jump into this incredible hobby!

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Parrot Bebop 2 : Fly Through VR!

The Ninth Drone on Our List goes to the Parrot Bebop 2 ! This drone come with some pretty cool features and you wont break-the-bank if you get it.

































Features:

Compact and lightweight quadcopter drone (1.1 lbs);Capture high-quality pictures perfectly

Ultra-precise piloting and extended flight range of up to 1.2 mile with Parrot Skycontroller 2

Immersive flight experience with Parrot Cockpitglasses (FPV goggles)

Shoot full HD 1080P videos and 14Mpx photos with the built-in wide-angle camera. Footage can be captured in RAW, JPEG and DNG format

High capacity 2700mAh battery with up to 25 min battery life

Unmatched 3-axis digital stabilization system ensures smooth and stable videos regardless of the drone’s movements

Compatible Smartphone screen size for the Cockpitglasses: 4.7 - 5.2" / 12 - 13 cm





Specs:

Dimensions: 15 x 3.5 x 12.9 in | Weight: 500g | Controller: Optional | Camera resolution: 14MP | Battery Size: 2700mAh | Range: 300 metres | Flight Time: 25 Minutes

The Parrot Bebop 2 utilizes a fisheye lens, and a stabilization software that removes the need for a gimbal. This combined with the intelligent construction of the chassis dampeners vibratoins in-flight, this results in video footage that's refreshingly juggle-free. Some packages include the Parrot Cockpitglasses, which is an immersive FPV headset. Simply connect to the FreeFlight Pro application on your smart phone and place it into the Cockpitglasses and experience true flight. It feels like you are really flying with this view, Its amazing. All-in-All this drone is alot of fun, especially with the headset flight view and it easily made it on our list of The Best Drones in 2018

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Hubsan x4 Drone with Camera : The Drone for Everyone!





The Tenth Drone on our list goes the Hubsan x4 Quadcopter Drone with Camera . Everyone wants a drone but they're all so expensive, right? WRONG! This amazing little drone is priced at around $50 and it's packed with cool features and advanced tech and makes a great gift for anyone just getting into the hobby who isn't looking to spend an arm and a leg!.

Features:

The latest 6-axis flight control system is easier than ever to control, with stronger wind resistance, and greater stability.

Equipped with the latest altitude hold technology which allows for stable flight to get better image

The Hubsan X4 H107C+ also comes with a HD camera, Ideal for taking aerial photos and videos.

Built in Rechargeable high performance battery for quadcopter.

2.4GHz technology adopted for anti-interference.





Specs:





Controller Included: Yes | Weight: 1.19 pounds | Dimensions: 8.2 x 6.6 x 4.3 inches | Recommended Age: 14+ | Batteries: 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required | Resolution: 1280x720p | Flight Time: about 7 minutes | Charging Time: about 40 minutes | Channel: 4 Channel | Frequency: 2.4 GHz | Distance: 50-150 meters |





All-in-All this is a hard drone to beat for the price. Its simple to use so even a beginner can fly it! With all the usual controls as the fancy more expensive drones like forward/backward, up/down, turn left/turn right, side flight in left and right and even 360 degree rolling, this drone does it all! It even includes a HD camera so you can get amazing aerial photos and videos of all your favorite events!

This drone is alot of fun and since it's small in both size and price, it makes a great gift for anyone in your life, young or old!





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Conclusion:

There are alot of Drones out there nowadays so we've made it simple for you to find the Best one for all your needs. We only considered the products with the Best Pricing and Most Features to bring you a perfectly well-rounded list of the 10 Best Drones you can Buy in 2018! Stay Tuned for more Top-10-Lists Coming Soon!



