Best Small Drones 2024 Budget. The best mini drone is the mini drone that serves your needs. I think a beginner's drone should be under 250g, simply because it makes life easier in most places (and is safer).

As long as you’re okay without the absolute best image quality a dji mini drone can offer, the dji mini 2 se is a solid choice. With that in mind, the best drone for beginners available today (ignoring budgetary concerns) is the mini 3 pro that’s because its light, compact, and easy to fly but also has an excellent camera.