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This story is part of Digital Trends' Cyber Monday coverage 2025

If you’ve been shopping Cyber Monday deals you may have noticed that most of the deals have carried over from Black Friday. Among the hot items are drones, with plenty of Cyber Monday drone deals sticking around, and new ones popping up. That includes recognizable brands like DJI and Holy Stone, as well as some budget-friendly options. We’ve rounded up all of the best Cyber Monday drone deals, and you can read all about them below. So if you’ve been shopping Cyber Monday camera deals and would rather take a camera to the skies, or if you’d simply like a new toy to fly around, read onward for all of the details on how to save on a drone during Cyber Monday.

These make a great gift for hobbyists of all types, by the way. From photographers to budding aeronauts, they’re an excellent way to take to the skies without spending inordinate amounts of cash.

Our top pick: Redrie Drone — $45 $200 74% off

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Redrie

With this Redrie drone you can get into the flying game for cheap. It has a 1080p Full HD camera and all sorts of features to help just about anyone learn how to fly a drone. Kids can get in on the fun with this drone as well. The Redrie drone is one of best Cyber Monday drone deals we’re seeing in terms of price, as it’s marked down to just $45 from its regular price of $200. This drone is a great way for starters to get going without much upfront investment, and it’s a great way to get a decent drone with some massive savings.

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Holy Stone HS175D GPS Drone — $136 $170 20% off

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You’d be crazy not to bite on this one, especially at this price. It’s an excellent gift idea for anyone who loves drones, photography, flight, and beyond. Why? Well, first it’s super affordable, but it’s also packed with some high-end features. For example, the 4K 110-degree wide-angle and 90-degree adjustable camera captures crystal-clear video while roaming the skies. GPS auto return allows the drone to come back home when you’re done. Meanwhile, a series of intelligent functions make flight easier even for the novice. It can follow you automatically, fly along a preset path, and snap your photo when you pose. It has a 46 minute flight time and comes with everything you need to get started.

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Holy Stone HS360S — $200 $210 5% off

Close up of controls with the Holy Stone HS360S GPS drone flying in the background.
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A good affordable brand name when it comes to drones is Holy Stone. With the HS360S you’ll be getting a quality drone with a 10,000-feet control range, smart return home capability, and 5G transmission. It comes with a travel case and it’s all going for just $200 with this Cyber Monday deal. This is a really good price for the features you’re getting here, with the Holy Stone HS360S priced in an entry-level drone range but having some serious onboard drone features.

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Potensic Atom SE — $230 $300 23% off

The Potensic Atom SE drone with included accessories against a white background.
Potensic

The Potensic Atom SE is a good value play when it comes to landing a new drone. With this Cyber Monday deal you can take it home for just $230, which is a $70 savings from its regular price of $300. It isn’t the most significant discount you’ll find on Cyber Monday, but with the quality this drone offers it’s a pretty impressive deal at $230.

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DJI Avata — $499 $629 21% off

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DJI has almost become synonymous with the drone market. You know you’re getting quality with DJI, and here you can grab the DJI Avata drone for just $499. This is a $130 savings from its regular price of $629. The Avata can shoot 4K stabilized video, and it even has built-in propellor guards in case you’re flying it in dense areas. It also has a remote ID that’s FAA compliant, making it a great choice for some savings if you’re shooting professional video.

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DJI Air 3 — $879 $1,099 20% off

DJI's Air 3S drone.
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There’s some hefty savings available with the DJI Air 3, as it’s discounted $220 for Cyber Monday. This drone can reach up to 46 minutes of flight time on a single battery charge, and it’s capable of recording 4K video at 60 frames per second and taking 48-megapixel photos. This is the drone for content creators looking to take a step up with their productions, and with this Cyber Monday deal you can save 20% off its regular price.

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How to choose a drone on Cyber Monday

There are really two kinds of drones: toys and tools. You’re going to want to be sure which you’re looking for. The difference can save you a lot of money. If you’re looking for something to play with there are a ton of drones that come in at super affordable prices and all of them should offer some fun. If you’re looking for a drone that can record great video and take great pictures, you’re looking for something in more of the tools category. These drones are going to be more expensive, and they’re going to have more expensive onboard equipment. They aren’t the sort of thing you want to inadvertently crashed into the side of the house, so purchase accordingly.

Pricing is something that can help you out if you don’t know which sort of drone you want. Cyber Monday makes some of those more expensive drones much more affordable. Professional tools can be a toy in their own right, and if you’re seeing a drone that leans toward the more professional end of the spectrum in a price range that suits your budget, you should go ahead and purchase it. We tend to see drone deals throughout the year, but Cyber Monday traditionally brings the best discounts on drones, so simply landing as much drone as you can with your budget is a good strategy.

How we chose these Cyber Monday drone deals

Quality is a big factor when shopping for a drone, as there is a lot of junk out there. We tried to stick close to brands that are reliable. A deal isn’t going to do anyone any good if a drone conks out after a couple of uses. Brands like DJI, Potensic, and Holy Stone have been around long enough for recognizability, and they’re pretty natural selections when choosing the best Cyber Monday drone deals. Pricing is a part of quality as well, with some less recognizable brands offering some seriously low Cyber Monday prices. These offer a chance to get into the drone world at low price points. It’s an affordable way to see if you may want to later invest in a more expensive drone, so they make great additions to the list.

Andrew Morrisey
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