BEST Beginner Drones for 2018

If you're a beginner these are your 10 Best Quad Copters to start.

Counting down from  the top 10, "Best" Drones.  Using the price, and Specs, and Features as a primary Qualifications, more detail of the criteria used is below.  
Links are included where you can purchase, and the most recent starting price.   



BAD TO THE BONE- If Drones had a theme song, that would be for this bad boy.
Intimidating to look at, and angel to fly!  This beauty will turn heads!  

Features:
2.4GHz control system provides a stronger anti-interference and better signal.
6 axis gyro gives extra stability, and stronger wind resistance making her easier to control.
4 channels: For your quadcopter to fly up / down, forward / backward, turn left / right, sideward.
360 degrees Flip: Professional cool and exquisite flight action.
Colorful LED light: Suitable for flying in the dark at night
Also has collision avoidance performance. No need to worry about a collision!

Flying Time: About 8 min, so you'll want to get a second 850mAh Lipo Battery.
Control Distance: 100m
For around 30 dollars this drone is all yours.
I found her at Gearbest.com.  Here is the direct link http://shrsl.com/?~cmkf
            Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

Very durable and easy to fly for first time users.  The camera works great and this drone is a lot of fun! 
Great quality and the colors and design look fantastic.  Plus it has very quiet motors. 

 Features:
2.4GHz control system provides a stronger anti-interference and better signal.
360 degrees 3D eversion for fun flight action. 
Headless mode means it can lock into the take-off direction no matter where it is.
One key to return: It can find its way home easily.
Colorful LED light: Suitable for flying in the dark at night.
0.3MP camera takes very good photo and video: 

 Flying time: 6 - 8mins
Control distance: About 80m
A great value for around 30 dollars, it's a no-brainer
I found her at Gearbest.com.   Here is the direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~cmkg
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

2.4GHz control system: Ensures the stronger anti-interference performance and powerful signal.

 6 axis gyro: For more stable flight and stronger in the wind.
2.0MP HD Camera: Capture and record every beautiful and unforgettable moment.
4D eversion: Four directions independent, cool and exquisite flight action.
Headless mode: It will automatically lock into the take-off direction no matter where it is.
One key to return: It can find its way home easily.
Colorful LED light: Suitable for flying in the dark at night.
Transmitter has a colorful LCD display with built-in 2.4G antenna.

 Flying time: 10mins
Control distance: 120m
Flight battery: 3.7V 600mAh li-po battery
I found her at Gearbest.com.   Here is the direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~cmkh
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

If you've never flown a Quad copter before, then this is the drone to get!  The X8 i safe, light, easy to fly, gentle, and able to take great pictures & video and still be a lot of fun !!! 

Ask anyone who is into Quadcopters what was their first drone?  Chances are it will be this one or a model just like it.  I've had mine for two years now; she still flies great, and she will always be one of my favorites.  Last year she was number one on our list.
This year she's number 7, but in my heart and for the owners of this beginner
Quad she'll always be our first. :)

Luckily for you she's even better!  This 4 channel Quadcopter now has a
Headless mode: that automatically locks into the take-off direction no matter where it is. 
The 2.4GHz control system ensures a reliable anti-interference signal to its 6 axis gyro
which gives it superior stability and strong wind resistance which makes it much easier to control.
The X8 comes with a 2.0MP HD camera that works great.

Flying time: About 10 minutes, so you may want to get a second 3.7V 500 mAh li-po battery.
Control distance: 80 meters,
This drone is available at Gearbest.com, for around 40 dollars, here is the direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~clpu
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

4 CH RC Quadcopter 6 Axis Gyro Explorer UFO with LCD Remote Control with 5.0MP CameraDM007 2.4G 4CH LCD RC quadcopter 6 axis gyro explorer with 5.0MP camera

High definition 5.0MP camera allows you to record the beautiful views from the sky angle

2.4Ghz 4 channels transmitter with trimmer. Strong anti - interference performance ensures long distance control

6 - axis gyro quad - rotor aircraft flight, strong stability, easily implement various flight movements, stronger wind resistance, easier to control

2.4G technology adopted for anti-interference, more copters fly at the same time can not interfere with each other

Agile and precise 360 degree eversion for different directions such as forward, backward, left, right

2 flight speed modes (low / fast )for both beginners and experts

With cool night light, perfect for night flight

Ready to fly indoor and outdoor 

Copter battery: Replaceable 7.4V 380mAh li-po (included)

Flying time: 6 - 8minsControl distance: Approx. 150m

I found her at Gearbest.com.  Here is the direct link http://shrsl.com/?~cmkn
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

#5. NIHUI TOYS U807
A great, smooth 3 speed mode flyer comes with a 2.0MP HD camera giving great photos 
and video from the sky. It has a headless mode function allowing it to come back 
easily in any direction. The 3 flight modes are beginner, advanced and expert. 

She uses 2.4G technology giving strong signals and has Auto - leveling circuitry
(very important feature for beginners).  She can do 3D flips, rolls, and twists. 
Also has a 6-axis gyro for added stability and stronger wind resistance making it easier to control.

Remote distance is above 150m (Excellent!)
Flying time about 10 minutes!  That's pretty good; however, you may want to consider getting a second 3.7V 650mAh LiPo  battery to increase the fun!
I found her at Gearbest.com.  Here's the direct link http://shrsl.com/?~cp3n
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

#4.  SKYC D20W
SKRC D20W WiFi FPV RTF version means the quadcopter is ready to fly and can finish all supported functions including WiFi real-time image / video transmission when you get it. But please ensure the battery full enough for the flight and 4 x 1.5 AA batteries are already put in the transmitter which are not included. Please make sure "GX UFO" APP is downloaded in your phone before connected.
Main Features:
WiFi FPV system allows real time image transmission with WiFi connection between the quadcopter and your phone.
HD 2MP aerial photography camera captures and records every beautiful and unforgettable moment.
2 speed mode for you: There are low and high speed modes optional. From low to high speed, the flight difficulty will increase with the speed.
3D rollover function makes your aircraft flipping likes a real fight aircraft, let's enjoy more fun of rolling.
With attractive headless mode, completely solving pilot "loss of orientation" problems.
One press automatic return ensure that you can call back your quadcopter without any delay.
High speed spin will satisfy those who love playing skeet, too.
Side flight function shows the good balance keeping performance and a big stunt potential.
Control Distance: 100-300m 
Battery: 3.7V 600mAh 
Flying Time: 8-12mins 
Found her at Gearbest.com.  Here is the direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~cmkb
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

#3. JXD 510W  

Air press altitude hold: After using the left joystick to control the ascending / descending flight of the aircraft, free up the left joystick and the quadcopter will still hover at that height at which the joystick is freed.
Wifi real-time transmission: Allows FPV real time image transmission with WIFI connection between the quadcopter and your phone.
Headless mode: Completely solving "loss of orientation" problems.
One key to return: It can find its way home easily, reducing your fear of losing it.
2.4GHz control system: Ensures the stronger anti-interference performance and powerful signal.
6 axis gyro: For more stable flight and stronger in the wind.
0.3MP HD camera: Take photo or video of the pleasure flights.
360 degree eversion: Professional cool and exquisite all-directional rolling.
Camera Pixel: 0.3MP
Flying Time: About 8 - 10mins
Control Distance: About 100m
Copter Battery: 3.7V 600mA Lipo Battery
I found her at Gearbest.com.  Here is the direct link http://shrsl.com/?~cmki
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

#2.  SJ X300 - 1CW 
 One of the coolest controllers I've seen!
2.4GHz control system: Ensures the stronger anti-interference performance and powerful signal.
6 axis gyro: For more stable flight and stronger in the wind.
WIFI real-time FPV transmission: With 0.3MP camera, share the videos and photos to the LCD display at anytime anywhere.
4D eversion: Four directions independent, cool and exquisite flight action.
Headless mode: It will automatically lock into the take-off direction no matter where it is.
One key to return: It can find its way home easily.
Colorful LED light: Suitable for flying in the dark at night.
Transmitter LCD display: It adopts delicate design, built-in 2.4G special antenna.
High performance 3.7V 600mAh lipo battery: Double protective boards inside, intelligent charging current automatic identify system.
Flying time: 10mins
Control distance: 120m
Flight battery: 3.7V 600mAh li-po battery
I found her at Gearbest.com.  Here is the direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~cmkd
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/

Best Drone for the Beginner with the most to offer at the Best price! 
WIFI FPV system allows real time image transmission to your phone.
0.5 mega pixel camera takes fantastic video and photos. A phone app can also control the flight making it more convenient.  Headless mode solves pilot "loss of orientation" problems.
One key automatic return function, lets you can call it back quickly and safety.
6 axis gyro, ensure the stability and good performance.
2.4GHz transmitter power ensures the strong anti-jamming capability.
Hand throwing function gives you more fun like release a bird.
Flashing LED creates a interesting flight at night.
Flying Time: 10 - 15min
Camera Pixel: 0.5-mega-pixel
Control Distance: 100 - 200m
Copter Battery: 3.7V 500mAh Lipo Built-in Battery
She is found at Gearbest.com. for less than $45.  Here is her direct link: http://shrsl.com/?~cmk9
Please Fly Responsibly. http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/facts/








The following criteria was used to determine rank and order:

  • Flight time (the longer the flight, the happier you'll be),
  • Durability, Quality (You'll crash and durability is vital), 
  • Brand name integrity (You want the best brands and models),
  • First Person View (FPV, you see what the Quad sees on a phone or controller monitor)
  • GPS (Locks the Quads position by Satelite increasing control and minimizing fly-aways.)
  • Controller Distance (the farther the range the better.)
  • Camera and Video Quality (A good camera makes a big difference)
  • Motor type (Brushless, direct Drive and new technology increase motor efficiency & power.) 
  • Flight characteristics, (tricks and other features that stand out)
  • Special Features (some Quads have really cool features like "follow me, and altitude hold, and return to home and awesome controllers and other things that are really nice.)
  • Price (Best bang for the Buck.) 
  • Professional insights and reviews (Myself and a team of other Drone enthusiasts reviewed each drone and gave insight into this list. Please feel free to share your thoughts too!)





    There were many other fantastic quad copters that we wanted to add to this list and narrowing it down to the Top 5 was not easy.   Please let us know what you think.  
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    Individuals flying for hobby or recreation are strongly encouraged to follow safety guidelines, which include:
    • Fly below 400 feet and remain clear of surrounding obstacles
    • Keep the aircraft within visual line of sight at all times
    • Remain well clear of and do not interfere with manned aircraft operations
    • Don't fly within 5 miles of an airport unless you contact the airport and control tower before flying
    • Don't fly near people or stadiums
    • Don't fly an aircraft that weighs more than 55 lbs
    • Don't be careless or reckless with your unmanned aircraft – you could be fined for endangering people or other aircraft3 
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