10 awesome drones for every occasion

Here at EDGAR, we're always intrigued by the latest flying machines to come on the market. From the ridiculously fast world's first supercharged drone, to the awesome Lily, we've marvelled at them many times before. 

And while there's something undoubtedly cool about drones, just like any other gadget, there are different variations to suit different situations. 

Here's our top 10 drones for every occasion. 

B-Unstoppable Tank Quadcopter

In all honesty, how many times have you crashed your drone or found it in tricky situation? Once? Twice? Probably more like 50 times.

Well, it’s time for that to come to an end as the Tank Quadcopter is dynamic enough to tackle some of toughest terrain on ground, and when there's an obstacle too great, simply fire up the propellors and take to the skies.

Details: From AED 325. Visit bgobeyond.com

Sensefly Ebee

The Middle East is surrounded by desert and if you ever found yourself lost, stranded in a place where everything looks the same, chances are it would take you a while to find your way - but not with the Sensefly Ebee.

Even though it’s by far the priciest drone on the list, it’s the best choice when it comes to mapping your route as it can take off from your hand, leaving its 16-megapixel camera to do all the hard work providing you with a view of the ground so distinct, you would be out of trouble in no time.

Details: From AED 91,000. Visit sensefly.com

Parrot Bebop

Remember in Top Gun when Tom Cruise says, “I feel the need – the need for speed”? Well, this drone delivers just that: at 50kph, it’s one of the fastest on the market. Accompanied by its Parrot Sky controller, the drone can be controlled through most smart devices and iThings.

It’s easy to get carried away when you are having fun, which often leads to pushing the boundaries; but the Bebop is impossible to lose as it is programmed to fly ‘home’ when it’s out of reach or set to run out of battery. 

Details: From AED 1,835. Visit parrot.com

SKEYE Nano Drone

OK, so it’s not quite a Tony Stark creation but this tiny drone provides all the fun of flight without the expense of a billion-dollar Avengers suit.

Here we have the world’s smallest quadcopter measuring just two inches across and three-quarters of an inch tall. The Nano Drone can take to the skies at night or day, as its red and blue LEDs light up the way.

Details: From AED 180. Visit trndlabs.com

Sensefly eXom

Have you ever wondered what it is like to see the world through the eyes of a fly? Well, this drone provides a real sense of the bug’s life, as its TripleView head can capture thermal images, high-resolution still images, as well as HD-quality videos.

Its ultrasonic proximity sensors and five vision sensors make it nearly impossible to crash or damage, whether you are the most experienced drone flyer around, or a newbie performing your first flight.

Details: Price on request. Visit sensefly.com

Sprite Portable Drone

Now we know this might look like your typical hand fan, but don't be tempted to put this anywhere near your face - we guarantee it would end very badly. This unusual device isn’t your typical wide and flat drone, instead its appearance is slim and cigar-like (did someone say cigar?). 

Despite it’s unique look, it is the technical perks that really help this drone stand out, as you can trigger its fully autonomous autopilot and GPS and set it to follow you around, whilst recording a video in HD.

Details: From AED2,940. Visit ascentaerosystems.com

Trident

Drones aren’t just a great piece of tech to fly in the sky; some are specifically designed to explore the depths of great lakes and even the deep blue sea. Here we have the Trident Underwater drone, designed to be our extra pair of eyes in the water.

It’s perfect for people who aren't keen divers, but want to know what goes on under the surface of the waves. An impressive three-hour battery life will keep your eyes locked on the live video feed as if it were a David Attenborough documentary marathon on Netflix.

Details: From AED 3,490. Visit openrov.com

Syma X1  

This UFO-themed drone is great for kids who dream of taking to the skies and flying across the galaxy (they can dream, right?). Its simple controls make it a breeze for kids to get the hang of flying.

Although it hasn’t got a camera like many others do, the fact that it has an indoor and outdoor setting should keep them busy without causing too much damage. Before you know it, they will be ready to fly the real thing – maybe not a UFO, but a bigger, more expensive drone with a camera at least…

Details: From AED 185. Visit symatoystore.com

UDI U818A Camera Quadcopter

Whenever someone begins a new hobby it’s always important to find the right equipment. Whether it is a new pair of football boots or that nine iron you’ve had your eyes on for the past two weeks, it’s the same dilemma when picking your first drone. 

This affordable choice is a great starting point with a plastic chassis (easily repaired if damaged), a HD video recorder and an eight-minute flight life. I mean let’s be honest, its inevitable the first drone you buy will get damaged anyway.

Details: From AED 200. Visit xheli.com

DJI Phantom 3 Professional Quadcopter

Lights, camera, action! Drones have been used in everything from TV and films, to top-secret military missions, but we all know what most people use them for: taking unusual selfies and pulling pranks on others.

While the DJI Phantom 3 is perfect for this purpose, it is also a serious piece of kit as it’s equipped with a 4K UHD Video Camera, steady balance and with a range of up to one mile, it brings a whole new meaning to the term ‘long shot’. Who would seriously consider a selfie stick once they get their hands on one of these?

Details: From AED 20,200. Visit dji.com