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# Recommended Drones

## This short list aims to showcase great drones for all budget ranges. If you have further questions, please write into chat support or email hello@scanifly.com

### Low Price: DJI Flip $439

- - Link: [https://www.amazon.com/DJI-Stabilization-44000ft-Transmission-Intelligent/dp/B0DJ1H6KCP/?th=1](https://www.amazon.com/DJI-Stabilization-44000ft-Transmission-Intelligent/dp/B0DJ1H6KCP/?th=1)
    - Pro: Lowest price for a DJI drone with orbit automation. Same quality camera as Mini 4 pro.
    - Con: It can not fly large commercial sites easily (think big box store or larger).

### Medium Price: $999 Mini 5 PRO

- - Link: [https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1974562-REG/dji\_cp\_ma\_00000987\_04\_mini\_5\_pro\_drone.html](https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1974562-REG/dji_cp_ma_00000987_04_mini_5_pro_drone.html)
    - Pro: Full bundle with extra batteries. Built in screen. Automated orbits for more consistent flights. Interval image capture so you do not have to manually press for every photo capture.
    - Con: It can not fly large commercial sites easily (think big box store or larger)

### Higher Price: $2099 Autel EVO II pro V3

- - Link: [https://shop.autelrobotics.com/collections/autel-evo-ii-series/products/evo-ii-pro-v3-rugged-bundle-1?variant=49543667482930](https://shop.autelrobotics.com/collections/autel-evo-ii-series/products/evo-ii-pro-v3-rugged-bundle-1?variant=49543667482930)<https://www.autelpilot.com/collections/summer-sale/products/autel-robotics-evo-ii-pro-6k-v3?variant=40093115285550>
    - Pro: Full package. Multiple batteries, built in screen, hard shell case. Capable of all automation for small and large sites. Most capable drone we recommend.
    - Cons: Price

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