If you are new to the hobby of flying drones, getting a palm-sized drone first is a wise move. Yes, bigger drones are better, but if you’re a beginner and you want to try to learn indoors, small drones are for you. Get the hang of flying and minimize hazards by small drones, before you try to purchase and use bigger drones. Here are the best palm-sized drones to choose from:
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Holy Stone HS170 Predator
Hubsan X4 H107C
Syma X12
EACHINE E010
Rabing Foldable Drone
1. Holy Stone HS170 Predator
Though it’s small, Holy Stone’s HS170 Predator is a powerful drone. Measuring only 5.3 x 5.3 inches, this awesome-looking drone is suitable for both indoor and outdoor flights. It works over 2.4Ghz frequency with a dedicated controller, and has an incredible stability because of its 6-axis gyro stabilization system. Its three classic flight modes assist beginners with better control, and its two advanced modes bring more power for advanced flyers. The best thing about the HS170 Predator is its responsiveness, durability and speed. It’s also very fun to fly since it can perform 360-degree roll-overs and it has a colorful LED lights mode for flying at night! You can fly this dronefor only up to 6 to 8 minutes in the air, so make sure you’ve got spare batteries.
2. Hubsan X4 H107C
With the size of approximately 3 x 3 inches, Hubsan X4 H107C is a drone with amazing capabilities. It is one of those few camera drones that can fit in the palm of your hand. It features a 720p camera with 0.3 MP video recording module that requires a micro SDHC card. This drone is great for stunts, since it has a 6-axis flight control system with adjustable gyro sensitivity, and can flip four ways (forward, backward, left and right). It has powerful motors that can handle stronger winds for outdoor flights.
3. Syma X12
Syma X12 is an excellent compact sized-drone equipped with a 6-axis flight control systemthat provides great stability. It runs with 2.4GHz radio control adopted to prevent interference. With the size of approximately 3 x 3 inches, this drone has impressive control over high and low speed. Once you get the hang of it, you can easily perform continuous 360-degree barrel rolls and have fun with it! It can spend 6 to 8 minutes in the air and can notify you when its battery is low with its low voltage warning.
4. EACHINE E010
EACHINE E010 is a drone designed for beginners, with all its easy-to-use beginner-friendly features. This drone can automatically locate the remote control with its one-key return button, and can easily roll over in the air with a 360-degree roll-over button. This 3.7 x 3.7-inch drone is equipped with a 6-axis gyro stabilization system, runs on a 2.4GHz frequency, and can fly for 5 minutes in the air.It’s a great gift to give to someone who wants something unique.
5. Rabing Foldable Drone
If you’re looking for a unique-looking drone, the Rabing Foldable Drone is your best bet. It has an interesting design with a wide plastic casing that covers the propellers and protects the built-in HD camera, and when you’re about to fly it, it will fold out to look like a regular drone. It comes with a controller that also doubles as a carrying case, with a holder so you can mount your smartphone for live FPV transmission. It can even support a split VR mode so you can use VR goggles with it! It’s a durable drone that can provide 8 minutes of flight time for your enjoyment.
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Sky Viper M500 Nano
Cheerson CX-10C
6. Sky Viper M500 Nano
Measuring 2.75 by 2.75 inches, the Sky Viper M500 Nano is a small but strong drone that is study enough for the outdoors. Its controls can be adjusted for sensitivity so you can fly it precisely, making it great for both beginners and more advanced drone pilots. This tiny drone can even perform one-touch stunts, like barrel rolls and flips!
7. Cheerson CX-10C
Another cute drone that can take photos and videos is the Cheerson CX-10C equipped with 0.3 MP cameras and videos. It even comes with a LED light in the front and back for low light flying. It flies with stability because of its 6-axis gyro system, and has a “throw to fly” feature in which you only need to throw it in the air to start flying. It has a 3-flight speed mode on its game-pad style radio controller. With its size of approximately 2.5 x 2.5 inches, this drone can flip really nice.
