Last Updated on December 4, 2020
Parrot is a division of a French manufacturing company Parrot SA. Parrot makes FPV drones and mini drones. The current Parrot popular line-up includes the powerful and robust Parrot Bebop 2 power series, Parrot Disco (fixed wing) model, and the exciting Parrot mini drone Mambo series. We have been fans of Parrot drones since Parrot AR drone was introduced in CES Las Vegas in 2012. The Parrot AR drone is widely used in research and education due to its open source framework for app developers.
UPDATE: Parrot has put their focus on the Anafi drone and its features. We’ve kept our legacy drone reviews as some of them are still available on amazon. Click to our legacy drone reviews if you are interested in some of the older models.
The Anafi drone and it’s various configurations simplify your choices and provide a high quality 4k drone that can compete with the DJI Drone line. We go into the details below.
Quick Comparison of Anafi package options
Parrot PF728000 Anafi Drone, Foldable Quadcopter Drone with 4K HDR Camera
- This drone with a camera equipped with f/2.4 wide angle ASPH lens, HDR, and up to 2.8...
- The ANAFI Parrot Drone can have up to 25 minutes of filmed flight time thanks to an...
- With its ultra-compact and lightweight carbon frame (320 g), this quadcopter drone...
- Equipped with a Parrot Skycontroller 3 folding remote control, the ANAFI Parrot Drone...
Parrot’s Anafi drone competes with and top of the line drone. It is a really fun drone that is packed with features.
The gimbal features a 180 degree tilt that is unique to the Parrot drone. This gives you the ability to shoot images and video directly below the drone.
The gimbal features a 180 degree tilt that is unique to the Parrot drone. This feature gives you the ability to shoot images and video directly below the drone. In addition to the tilt feature, there is a 3-axis stabilizer that allows for smoother videos, as well as a 2.8x HD zoom. The camera support 21MP images and 4k HDR Videos.
The Anifi drone is light weight (11.3 oz) and folds up into a need package that is easy to carry. The bag the comes with the drone does not hold the controller it is only for the drone. The high density lipo battery can keep you flying for up to 25 minutes on a full charge and can fly up to 34 mph and withstand winds up to 31 mph.
You can pilot this drone for up to 2.5 miles and the drone can fly vertically up to 14,720 feet. The drone also supports GPS and GLONASS Satellite systems.
***To use all the features you will need to install the FreeFlight 6 application and your phone. You can then receive updates for any new features that may become available.
- 1 Anafi Drone
- 1 Anafi Case
- 1 Sky Controller 3
- 1 Screw Driver
- 8 Additional Propellers
- 1 USB-A/USB-C cable
- 1 Micro SD Card 16GB
Parrot Anafi – FPV Drone Set – Lightweight and Foldable Quadcopter
- PARROT ANAFI FPV DRONE Fly your drone as if you were in it! The Anafi FPV kit is...
- Powerful and compact equipped with a stabilized 4K HDR camera with 3x zoom the anafi...
- Parrot FPV pack everything is included so take off right away for many fantastic...
- Easy and intuitive use a user-friendly interface and an intuitive mobile application...
- 1 Anafi Drone
- 1 Compact Parrot Backpack
- 1 Long Range Remote Controller
- 1 Screw Driver
- 8 Additional Propellers
- 1 USB-A/USB-C cable
- 1 Micro SD Card 16GB
- 1 FPV First Person View Goggles
The FPV Drone set comes with the base drone but it also includes cockpit goggles to give you an in person sensation when flying. The immersive experience is provided by the comfortable goggles similar to 3D goggles that are out there. The goggles can support smart phones with 4.7 to 5.5 inch displays.
The camera has 3x zoom and comes with the New white balance adjustment feature. This will permit you to configure the color dominance for various lighting conditions.
The Anafi is both solid and lightweight (only 310 grams) also allows you to use the dolly zoom or panorama effect.
This is the best option if your primary use will be FPV flights.
Parrot – Drone Anafi Extended – Pack with 2 Additional Batteries
- With its 4K HDR camera and 180° vertical swivel gondola, unique on the market,...
- 21 MEGAPIXELS: Never miss another shot with the help of 3-axis Hybrid Stabilization,...
- FILM, PHOTOGRAPH, AND FLY EASILY with FreeFlight 6 and Parrot Skycontroller 3, a new,...
- ULTRA COMPACT, LIGHTWEIGHT AND DECIDEDLY NOMADIC, the Anafi drone will go everywhere...
The Anafi Extended pack contains the same drone as the base model and the FPV model but comes with a few features to help you enjoy your drone for longer periods of time as well as provide access to some tools to extend your capabilities.
First the Anafi Extended Pack comes with a compact carrying case that will hold your drone, batteries and controllers. This gives you an efficient way to carry your drone and its components when out on location.
The two extra batteries allow you to extend your flight time up to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Each battery can support flight for 25 minutes.
The extended package also comes with two free months of the Adobe Creative Suite. Partnering with Adobe, Parrots FreeFlight application paired with the Creative suite allow you to enhance your aerial photos using all the latest tools and capabilities from Adobe.
***Follow Me + Flight Plan are available with an in app purchase.
- 1 Anafi Drone
- 1 Compact Carrying Case
- 1 Sky Controller 3
- 1 Screw Driver
- 8 Additional Propellers
- 3 USB-A/USB-C cable
- 1 Micro SD Card 16GB
- 2 Additional Lithium Batteries
Parrot – 4K Drone – Anafi Work – Complete Nomad Pro Pack
- Pro drone with 4K camera: anafi work is an ultra-compact device for all...
- Always ready to take off: the 4K anafi UAV is the efficient solution for all your...
- Easy operation: easy to carry in its compact shoulder bag, The drone can be operated...
- 3D MODELLING: Create 3D models and take precise measurements of distances and...
With the Work package you get Auotmated Framing, Automatic Cinemashots, Automatic selfies, panorama mode (little planets, tunnels, and 360 degree). It also comes with an automated feature for flight plans that are optimized for building 3D models via your 1 year subscription Pix4Capture which comes with the drone.
Pix4Capture lets you convert your images into 3D models which you can then use for measuring size and distance. Create 3D models and take precise measurements of distances and surfaces of your videos and images.
The package comes with 3 additional lithium batteries which in effect give you 1 hour and 40 minutes of flight time (25 min per battery). In addition to the battery you get additional cables and a multi charger so you’re always ready for flight.
Examples of uses for this drone: Real Estate promotions(videos, 360° interactive photos, 3D models), building inspections, construction or infrastructure preparation, site supervision, architectural documentation, photogrammetry to name a few.
The silent flight is also a nice feature of the Anafi drone when performing professional tasks and activities. This package is perfect for the professional that needs to be able to create videos, but also generate 3D models and work with them.
***Follow Me + Flight Plan are available with an in app purchase.
- 1 Anafi Drone
- 1 Compact Shoulder Bag
- 1 Sky Controller 3
- 1 Screw Driver
- 8 Additional Propellers
- 4 USB-A/USB-C cable
- 1 one USB multi-charger
- 3 Additional lithium batteries
- 1 Micro SD Card 16GB
- Pix4D Model
Parrot – Thermal Drone 4K – Anafi Thermal – 2 High Precision Cameras
- Thermal Pro drone: anafi thermal is the ultra-compact and lightweight thermal drone...
- 2 high precision cameras: Capture the invisible and visible. The flir radiometric...
- Compact and high performance: for the first aid, Civil security and inspection...
- Thermal imagery accessible to all: from the freeflight 6 application, you can switch...
The Distinguishing feature of the Anafi Thermal drone is the 2 high precision cameras. These cameras allow you to capture the invisible and visible. The Radiometric thermal camera measures and displays things you can’t see by revealing thermal differences in the areas and elements that are with it the lens view: hot spots, cold spots, thermal leaks. The other 4K HDR camera supporting 21MP dedicated to visual inspection accurately inspects a frame and captures details to illustrate the condition of a structure or a search area.
The thermal cameral measures(-14°F to 752°f) and the visible (4K HDR) camera includes the 180° tilt, 3x zoom and 3 batteries for long flights.
This drone comes with the follow me and flight plan options, no need for an in-app purchase. You can have automatic return to home as well as customize your own custom geo barriers.
Uses for all professionals: In the construction industry, Anafi thermal can draw up thermal surveys and provide an overview of thermal losses. It is safe as it can monitor heat points without endangering the people. For jobs in the energy sector, it can identify a high voltage cable power failure and/or isolate defective Solar panels. For jobs where you are locating animals, the quiet operation of Anafi thermal will allow you be able to approach animals without stressing or chasing off the animals.
- 1 Anafi Drone
- 1 Compact Shoulder Bag
- 1 Sky Controller 3
- 1 Screw Driver
- 8 Additional Propellers
- 4 USB-A/USB-C cable
- 1 one USB multi-charger
- 2 Additional lithium batteries
- 1 Micro SD Card 16GB
- 2 high performance cameras
Legacy Parrot Drone Reviews
Note: These reviews are for older drones that may be difficult to find parts for but still can provide hours of fun!
Parrot bebop 2 power FPV pack
- This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified by the manufacturer or by...
- Enhanced 14 megapixel fish-eye lens offers 1080p video recording and image capture
- 25 minutes of flight time thanks to a powerful 2700 mAh battery
- Equipped with powerful motors for flight in greater altitudes
Model: Parrot Bebop 2 power FPV pack
Summary: The Parrot Bebop 2 power FPV pack (View on Amazon) is an advanced outdoor drone for an experience drone pilot. This FPV pack includes two batteries to provide a total of 60 minutes of battery life (30 minutes each), FPV goggles Parrot Cockpit glasses, Parrot Skycontroller and a new flight assistant system. Read our review of Parrot Bebop 2 Power FPV quadcopter.
Quick spec of the Parrot Bebop 2 power FPV pack:
- Speed: impressive 65km/hr. in sport mode.
- Wind resistance: up to 60 km/hr.
- Range: 2 km.
- Camera: 14MP CMOS 1/2.3″ camera lets you shoot in Full HD 30fps and take JPEG and Adobe DNG RAW photos for post-production image editing.
- 3-axis digital stabilization: provides stable platform for digital imagery.
- Intelligent flight mode: include orbit, tornado, parabola or boomerang movements.
This Parrot Bebop 2 power FPV pack has it all: aerodynamics and propulsion system, power two battery life of 60 minutes, Parrot Cockpit glasses to experience immersive flights, FreeFlight Pro mobile app designed to work with your Skycontroller and the Cockpit glasses, the Follow-Me in-app feature, advanced visual recognition technology and GPS tracking, and much more!
Comparable Model: Parrot Bebop
- Easily updates to meet FAA requirements
- Explore the world in 14 megapixel full HD 1080p and capture any vista with Bebop's...
- Cruise at your own pace and return home automatically
- Take clear photos and videos using advanced 3-axis image stabilization
If you are going for a smaller budget, consider the older version of Parrot Bebop 2 FPV. Parrot Bebop is the FIRST camera drone in the 500g category with 25 minutes of flight time. You don’t get the new Sky Controller 2. But You still get immersive flight experience with the FPV goggles. Parrot Bebop has 3-axis digital stabilization system for smooth and stable videos.
Parrot Disco FPV
- Fixed-wing drone that reaches speeds up to 50 mph
- Ultra-precise piloting and extended flight range of up to 1.2 mile with Parrot...
- Immersive flight experience with Parrot Cockpitglasses (FPV goggles)
- Shoot full HD 1080P videos and 14Mpx photos with the built-in wide-angle camera....
Model: Parrot Disco FPV
Summary: The Parrot Disco FPV (View on Amazon) is an aerodynamic-designed, fixed-wing drone. You get the thrilling sense of piloting an airplane using the FPV headset (included), Parrot Cockpitglasses (included), and the new Parrot Skycontroller 2 (included).
Quick spec of the Parrot Disco FPV:
- Parrot Disco top speed: 80 km/hr. (50 mph).
- Flight time: 45 minutes.
- Range: 2 km (1.24 miles).
Pilot your Disco using the Parrot Skycontroller 2, and use the Parrot FreeFlight Pro to establish connection. You will enjoy Disco’s full 1080p stunning aerial footage while you are piloting this drone.
Parrot Mambo FPV
- Parrot Mambo is easy and safe to pilot Battery lasting up to 10 minutes
- Includes Parrot cockpit glasses (FPV goggles) for an immersive flight experience
- Includes Parrot fly pad for ultra-precise piloting
- Play with your friends to turn the sky into a racing track
Model: Parrot Mambo FPV
Summary: For those of us who love mini drone formation in the air or/and the thrill of drone racing, the Parrot Mambo FPV (View on Amazon) is the perfect complete starter pack for drone racing. This Mambo FPV comes with the FPV camera and Parrot Cockpitglasses 2 – you have the complete starter gears to plunge into the world of drone racing.
You have three flying modes with Mambo FPV: Easy, Drift, Racing.
- In Easy mode, the Mambo FPV will stay in the air even if you let go of the controls.
- In Drift mode, the horizontal stabilization is off, this means you can test your piloting skills of making tight turns.
- In Racing mode, you get total control of the Mambo without any stabilization help. You are ready for drone racing once you master piloting the Mambo in the Racing mode.
Quick spec of Parrot Mambo FPV
- Flight time: 10 minutes with its high-performance battery. ‘Camera Resolution: 720P HD
- Flight Range: 100 m
- Immersive Flight: FPV streaming
- Fly Mode: Easy, Drift, Racing
- FPV: FPV video via your smartphone
Parrot Mambo Mission
- Parrot Mambo is easy and safe to pilot
- One accessory for each adventure: CANNON (Shoot miniature balls up to 6ft away);...
- Control your Mini Drone unto 20m using smartphone and unto 65m using parrot fly pad...
- Do fun acrobatics such as flips and barrel rolls
Model: Parrot Mambo Mission
Summary: Enter the adventurous and FUN world of the Parrot Mambo Mission (View on Amazon) ) – you can go on a mission of speed racing or skill game of cannon or grabber – pick your challenge and let you adventure begins!
Parrot Mambo Mission comes with two fun accessories: Cannon and Grabber.
- Cannon: Attach the Cannon to the Mambo, you can practice shooting a pyramid of paper or plastic cups, or target enemy drones. (DO NOT shoot people or pets, please.)
- Grabber: Attach the Grabber to your Mambo, and you are ready to rescue any object (up to 4 g) and carry them to safety in the air!
Quick spec of Parrot Mambo Mission
- Parrot Mambo Mission Range: 100 m
- Aerobatics: rotate, reverse, flip forward, and flip back
- App: FreeFlightMini
- FPV: FPV video via your smartphone
Comparable Model: Parrot Mambo Fly
- Parrot Mambo is easy and safe to pilot
- Learn to code with your drone
- The Free Flight Mini app expands your options for playing and experiences
- Compatible with IOS/Android size from 4.5 Inch
A comparable model is the Parrot Mambo Fly (View on Amazon) – If you want to fly a high-performance drone now, and try out the cannon and grabber accessories later. Parrot Mambo Fly is a scalable drone. When you are ready to upgrade, you can buy the accessories cannon, grabber or the FPV Camera and connect them to your Parrot Mambo Fly then.
Quick spec of Parrot Mambo Fly
- Flight time: 9 min
- Range: 20 m (65 feet) with smartphone; 100m with Parrot flypad
- Vertical stabilization: ultrasound sensor, pressure sensor
- Horizontal stabilization: camera sensor
Parrot AR 2.0 Elite Edition (Sand) Quadcopter
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Model: Parrot AR 2.0 Elite Edition (Sand) Quadcopter
Summary:
The Parrot AR 2.0 Elite Edition (Sand) Quadcopter(View on Amazon) is a FPV drone via your smartphone and it maneuvers easily. Read our review of Parrot AR 2.0 Elite Edition (Sand) Quadcopter. The Parrot AR 2.0 Elite provides a stable platform for smooth videos via its 3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis magnetometer. Its downward facing camera and ultrasound sensors are used by the on-board flight controller to maintain altitude stability. The AR FreeFlight app displays functional status such directional control and camera control. It is easy enough to use for a beginner and has enough features for an intermediate pilot. It is well designed for both indoor and outdoor use, including two durable shells, one for indoor use and one for outdoor use. Flight time is 7 to 10 min. If you get the optional GPS Flight recorder, you get flight planning and GPS Return to Home.
Parrot AR 2.0 Power Edition
- Easily updates to meet FAA requirements
- Intuitive piloting through Smartphone/tablet control
- Automatic stabilization system for assisted control for indoor and outdoor flight
- Live video streaming and HD video recording
Model: Parrot AR 2.0 Power Edition
Summary: The Parrot AR 2.0 Power Edition(View on Amazon) is an indoor and outdoor camera drone – it comes with one indoor hull and one outdoor hull. This is a RTF app-controlled drone, you only need to connect the battery, download AR’s Freeflight 2.0 app and you are ready to fly.
Quick spec of Parrot AR 2.0 Power Edition
- It has two 1500mah batteries.
- Flight time: 15 minutes of flight time from one battery; some people get more than 30 minutes of flight time from these two high-density lithium polymer batteries.
- Camera: 720P 30fps HD camera, wide-angle lens 92° diagonal.
- Flight Control: using your iOS or Android device.
- Range: 50 m (165 feet).
From the extended battery life of 36 minutes of flight time, HD camera, live video streaming to its intuitive flight control app, the Parrot AR 2.0 drone camera is definitely worth this affordable price point.
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