You’re happy with the Mini 3 Pro: If you already own a DJI Mini 3 Pro, you may find that the new features in the Mini 4 Pro don’t justify an upgrade.

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Drone racing enthusiasts often build their aircraft from kits or parts. Doing so requires some skill with a soldering iron and screwdriver, but it has become an aspect of the hobby itself. DJI has an off-the-shelf racer, the FPV Combo, that can move at a brisk 87mph. We took a first look at it but weren't comfortable enough with its controls to conduct a full review. You’re a complete novice: The Mavic 3 Pro is easy to fly, but the Mini 3 offers a lot for beginners at a lower price and weight.You want a starter drone: The DJI Air 3 is fine for beginners to fly, but novices might find the smaller and lighter Mini 3 more manageable. The Autel Evo Nano+ is taking on DJI's Mini 3 Pro in the sub-250g drone category. That, in of itself, is no easy undertaking with the latter being so near darn perfect. You’re a professional drone pilot: The Mini 4 Pro's D-Log M color profile matches the look in pro models from the Mavic 3 series, making it a great sub-250g second drone.

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Technically a step down from the Mavic 3, the Classic edition lands at a lower price by losing the telephoto camera of its pricier sibling. While it’s not a budget choice, this simplified setup makes the Classic a more cost-effective option for videographers. It retains the excellent 4/3 main sensor, which we think is the best camera available on a folding drone. I volunteer for Drone To Home because I have benefitted first hand from the amazing work the charity does. I am a big dog lover and recognise how important the work is, and the level of support and success it offers people at a time they need it the most. I support the charity, so that that charity can continue to reunite dogs with their owners! With a lightweight folding design, intuitive controls and a sensor that captures great images, the DJI Mini 3 offers top value for novice drone pilots. And, now the bad news: You get what you pay for. If you want an aerial video platform that can capture stunning footage, you need to spend some cash, anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. Because drones are such pricey propositions, it pays to do your research before buying one. Even if you have no good reason to justify buying one, you have to admit that drones are cool. Some are glorified tech toys, but the models we highlight here are fit for imaging and cinematic applications both small and large. If you think you can use a flying camera in your next project, there's some good news—the tech has come a long way in a very short time. Some models on the market now put earlier copters to shame in terms of video quality and stabilization.

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You use third-party software: Unlike DJI, Autel doesn’t currently allow other companies to develop software tools for its drones.