1. Define your goal
Before buying, think about what you want to do with the drone:
Objective Type of Drone Ideal for Learning to fly Light and easy to control Drone Filming and photographing Drone with good camera and stability Just fun Small and economical drone Professional work Drone with sensors and greater autonomy
The clearer the goal, the easier it is to choose.
2. Attention to flight time
Most drones for beginners fly between 15 and 35 minutes per battery.
Tip: If possible, choose a drone with extra batteries or buy a kit with 2–3 batteries.
This way you avoid flying for only 15 minutes.
3. Stability and sensors
For beginners, it is important that the drone is stable in the air.
Search for drones with:
Positioning sensor (holds the drone stationary in the same place)
GPS (helps to return to the starting point)
Stable / beginner flight mode
This helps you avoid falls and facilitates control.
4. Camera: Choose according to your need
If your focus is video or photography, check:
Feature What it means Resolution 1080p is already good, 4K is excellent Stabilization 2 or 3 axis gimbal = smoother images Adjustable camera angle More freedom to shoot
If you just want to learn to fly, you don't need a top camera at first.
5. Weight matters - and a lot
In the European Union, drones under 250g have fewer legal restrictions.
This means less bureaucracy to fly.
For beginners, drones below 250g are excellent choices.
Popular examples:
DJI Mini 2
DJI Mini 3
DJI Mini SE.
6. Checks the ease of use of the application
A app onde controlas o drone deve ser simples.
Avoid confusing apps or unsupported templates.
If possible, choose well-known brands:
DJI
Autel
Holy Stone (Only for training)
7. Conclusion
Choosing the first drone doesn't have to be complicated.
Lembre-se:
Start with something light and stable
Fly below 250g at the beginning
Buy extra batteries
Learn slowly, safely
Over time, you will gain confidence and then yes, you will be able to advance to more advanced models.