The Prime Day drone discounts are sky-high for day two

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UPDATE: Jul. 12, 2023, 2:40 p.m. EDT This list has been updated with the best drone deals from day two of Amazon Prime Day 2023.

Our top picks

Best for photography
Holy Stone HS720

Best for beginners
NEHEME NH525
$44.99 at Amazon (save $45)
NEHEME NH525

Best for the money
Holy Stone HS175D RC quadcopter
$189.99 at Amazon (save $60)
Holy Stone HS175D RC quadcopter

We're deep into day two of Prime Day, and we're seeing deals on some hot ticket items, but one standout category this year is drones. With discounts of up to 50% off, there's never been a better time to get your hands on one of these gadgets. Whether you're a photographer, a first-time pilot, or someone who loves exploring the skies, we have a drone deal below for you.

Note: All newly added deals are marked with a , while deals with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price. Deals with a strikeout were either sold out or expired at the time of writing.

Best drone for photography

Why we like it

The Holy Stone HS720 is a high-powered photography drone that you don't have to drop close to $1,000 on. In fact, you can get it for less than $200 during Prime Day and take advantage of its features like a 4K UHD Camera with image stabilization and shock absorption technologies, GPS-assisted intelligent flight, brushless motors that reduce the noise, and one key start/stop. With this drone, you'll get super clear imagery without the confusion of a ton of buttons or functions. In other words, you'll truly get to enjoy the process of capturing the skies this summer with Holy Stone.

Best drone for beginners

Why we like it

The NEHEME NH525 foldable drone is a great choice for beginners and kids. This user-friendly drone is easy to operate, even for those who have never flown a drone before. The one-key take-off and landing feature makes it a breeze to get started, and the HD camera captures decent-quality photos and videos. The drone can reach up to 100 m control distance, giving beginners plenty of room to practice piloting without worry. It's also foldable for easy transport and storage, making it a convenient choice for on-the-go adventurers.

Best drone for the money

Why we like it

The Holy Stone HS175D RC quadcopter is our top pick for the best drone for the money. This drone offers great value for the money, with a 4K ultra-clear camera, GPS-assisted flight, and follow-me mode. It also comes with a carrying case and two batteries, offering up to 46 minutes of flight time.

Even more drone deals

Topics Prime Day Drones

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Dylan Haas
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Dylan Haas is a Lead Shopping Reporter for Mashable, where he covers all things gaming, laptops, fitness, and shopping events like Black Friday and Prime Day. Before joining the team at Mashable, Dylan received a B.A. in Communications from Pace University and contributed to publications like Paste Magazine, Bandsintown, and others following a brief stint as a marketing and management assistant in the music industry.

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