Updated August 18, 2025
ATOM SE
Budget-friendly sub-250g drone with 4K camera, EIS stabilization, and 31-minute flight time
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Price
$229.00
Market price
Weight
249 g
Total weight including battery
Flight Time
31 mins
Average flight time in normal conditions
Wind Resistance
5/12
Ability to handle wind conditions
Maximum Altitude
120 m
Maximum operating altitude
Temperature Range
0°C to 40°C
Operating temperature range
Maximum Wind Speed
29 mph
Maximum recommended wind speed
Performance Analysis
Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
75.6/100
Grade: C+
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.124 min/g
A+
100/100Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
58.3/100
D
58.3/100Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
53.7/100
D
53.7/100Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
82.8/100
B
82.8/100Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
96.5/100
A+
96.5/100Precision Control
Stability & control precision
62/100
D
62/100All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
58.9/100
D
58.9/100Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
16.06 km/kg
D
53.5/100Performance Insights(12 insights)
✓ 8 strengths! 2 areas to consider→ 2 recommendations
- ✓Exceptional power efficiency (100/100) - excellent for extended missions and battery life optimization
- ✓Outstanding portability (96.5/100) - excellent for travel, hiking, and quick deployment scenarios
- ✓Outstanding value for money (100/100) - exceptional performance-to-price ratio
- ✓Excellent performance per dollar (436.681/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
- ✓Low cost per flight hour ($0.44/hr) - economical for frequent use and commercial operations
- ✓Exceptional performance for consumer category (75.6/100) - rivals many professional drones
- →Great portability for everyday use (96.5/100) - perfect for casual photography and travel
- ✓Sub-250g weight advantage - fewer regulatory restrictions in most countries, easier registration and operation
- !Limited wind performance (66.7/100) - best suited for calm weather conditions
- →Great entry-level choice - offers good performance and efficiency at an attractive price point
- !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas
- ✓Excellent budget option - delivers good performance in the under-$500 market segment