Updated August 16, 2025
Draganfly X1
Entry-level professional quadcopter for training and basic commercial applications with reliable flight performance
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Price
$8,000
🇺🇸 USD • Local market price
Weight
2,500 g
Total weight including battery
Flight Time
30 mins
Average flight time in normal conditions
Wind Resistance
5/10
Ability to handle wind conditions
Maximum Altitude
250 m
Maximum operating altitude
Temperature Range
-5°C to 35°C
Operating temperature range
Maximum Wind Speed
22 mph
Maximum recommended wind speed
Performance Analysis
Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
38.8/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.012 min/g
D
20/100Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
22.5/100
D
22.5/100Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
57.5/100
D
57.5/100Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
85.7/100
B+
85.7/100Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
38/100
D
38/100Precision Control
Stability & control precision
85/100
B+
85/100All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
64.5/100
D
64.5/100Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
3.2 km/kg
D
10.7/100Performance Insights(8 insights)
✓ 1 strengths! 5 areas to consider→ 2 recommendations
- ✓Excellent performance per dollar (2.5/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
- →Strong mission endurance capability (85.7/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
- →Heavy drone (2500g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
- !Below-average overall performance (38.8/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
- !Lower power efficiency (20/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
- !Premium pricing relative to performance (7.5/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
- !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 4 key areas
- !Premium pricing concerns - performance may not justify the high price point compared to alternatives