Our favorite new drones: these are the models that soared through our tests
Including several 5-star stunners, and a budget buy that delivers excellent bang for buck.
Our team of product testers have recently reviewed a range of drones released in 2025 and beyond, compiling a comprehensive list of our impressions for each model. It's no surprise that DJI continues to dominate the market, as every top-rated drone from the past 20 months is a DJI product. The DJI Mini 5 Pro earned the #1 spot in our general best drone ranking, despite its compact size and beginner-friendly features.
This drone stands out with its impressive video quality and class-leading safety features. The DJI Avata 360 was praised for its versatility and affordability, earning the title of "the 360 drone to beat." Users who require more advanced capabilities may appreciate the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, which offers professional-grade performance and stunning cameras.
For those on a budget, the Potensic Atom 3 provides an excellent feature set at an affordable price, though it faces competition from the DJI Lito X1 in the UK market. While other drone brands are available, the potential restrictions on take-off weight for the DJI Mini 5 Pro may limit its market appeal, and its flight times may not meet expectations.
The DJI Lito X1 offers great video quality and an omni-directional obstacle avoidance system, but lacks manual FPV flight capabilities.
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