Skydio R1

Cool self-flying technology. 4K video capture. Automatic recording. 64GB internal memory. Works with Android, iOS, and watchOS.

Expensive. Bulky. Doesn't work with physical remote. Lens shows barrel distortion. Short battery life. Makes weird decisions. Doesn't work in dim light. Doesn't track pets. Anemic video options.

Bottom Line: The Skydio R1 drone promises smooth, autonomous aerial footage of your outdoor adventures, but it doesn't fully deliver.

Unmatched autonomous flight and obstacle avoidance ; 64GB of onboard storage

Short range of 300 ft ; No controller option outside of phone screen ; Expensive

The Skydio R1 is discontinued and has been replaced by the R2 . REASONS TO BUY Unmatched autonomous flight and obstacle avoidance 64GB of onboard storage REASONS TO AVOID Short range of 300 ft No controller option outside of phone screen Expensive If...