DJI Spark vs Yuneec Breeze vs Zerotech Dobby vs Parrot Bebop 2
The market for small drones is hotting up and we have a lot of amazing contenders in this post.
DJI recently launched the Spark, which is an amazing piece of machinery, but perhaps the pricier of the bunch.
Parrot creates some decent products, and the Bebop 2 is certainly no exception.
Yuneec is another up-and-comer in the drone market and their offering in this range – the Breeze, is worth a look.
And last but not least, my niece’s latest birthday present – Zerotech’s Dobby. A small but feature-rich drone that is super portable.
Now it’s time to see how they stack up against one another, and which one is best for your next drone purchase.
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DJI Spark – (Editors Choice)
The DJI Spark is probably the most impressive drone on this list in terms of quality and features. It is also the latest drone from DJI, which is known for making quality drones like the Phantom and Mavic.
Yes, it only has 1080p video, but it comes with a 2 axis gimbal to help stabilize, something none of the other drones have. So, this drone will give you some of the best video quality of all of them.
It also comes with a huge combination of modes, including ninja-like hand gestures so you can easily take selfies on the fly. It also hands launches and lands with ease.
Here is a list of the features the Spark comes with:
- 1080p stabilized video / 12MP camera
- 16 minutes flight time
- Intelligent flight modes (Active track, tap to fly, circle above, helix above – rising, dronie -fly away and selfie, rocket – fly straight up and shoot )
- Gestures: control the drone during selfies (follow hand, come, go, shoot, etc)
- Return to Home: like all DJI’s safety when lost signal, low battery, etc
- Outdoor and indoor flying possible
- Use phone or remote control (more flight distance – 1.2 miles)
- Choice of 5 colors (see image – bottom right)
DJI Spark in Red
DJI Spark Controller with a Phone Attached
DJI Spark Colors
Product Information
- Specifications
- Size: 5.6 x 5.6 inches
- Weight: 10.6oz and
- Max Flight Time: 16 minutes (second battery with fly more combo)
- Max Flight Distance: 109 yards with a phone, 1.2 miles with a controller!
- Video: 1080p with 2 axis gimbal stabilization
- Colors: Alpine White, Sky Blue, Meadow Green, Lava Red, Sunrise Yellow
ZeroTech Dobby
The Dobby ZeroTech is a great beginner drone (I bought it for my 9-year-old niece) and also a drone that is perfect for quick videos and selfies.
It is the smallest and lightest on this list and produces reasonable footage that will satisfy most casual users. If you are after a more serious drone, go for the Spark instead.
It includes impressive features like:
- 1080p Video (Electronic Stabilization)
- Collapsable, with foldable arms and propellers
- Built-in flight modes (Face tracking, Target tracking, Orbit Mode)
- Take off from the palm of your hand using voice command, tapping or throw and fly
- Return to Home: returns to hand with shutoff for safety
- Standardized USB Charger for easy use with most chargers etc
- Phone App controlled (3 possible control modes)
This is a fun drone to use for kids or someone wanting to just buy something a bit cheaper that still has full drone functionality. It has some cool built-in modes, is easy to carry in your bag or pocket, and shoots video on the go.
The 8 minute flight time is a bit annoying, so I recommend you have one extra battery on hand.
Product Information
- Specifications
- Size: 5.3 x 2.6 x 1.4 inches
- Weight: 7 ounces (200g)
- Max Flight Time: 8 minutes
- Max Flight Distance: 300ft (or 100m)
- Video: 1080p stabilized
Yuneec Breeze
The Yuneec Breeze is a fun drone with lots of modes to help you make the most of it.
Not being fully collapsable, it is a little larger than the Dobby and Spark, but still a reasonable size.
The one upside for this drone compared to the others on this page is the 4K video option. It is the only one that has it. Keep in mind though that it only has electronic stabilization, so it is unlikely you will get good or useable 4K footage (as it will get cropped in the stabilization).
It includes the following features:
- 1080p Video (Electronic Stabilization) 13MP Images
- Built-in flight modes (Selfie, Orbit, Journey – away from you, Follow Me and Goggles/FPV Mode)
- Return to Home: returns to hand with shutoff for safety
- Phone App-controlled
Product Information
- Specifications
- Size: 11 x 8.7 x 3.1 inches
- Weight: 13.5oz (385g)
- Max Flight Time: 8 minutes (with second battery)
- Max Flight Distance: 300ft (or 100m)
- Video: 4K or 1080p
Parrot Bebop 2
Parrot’s Bebop 2 is one of their most popular drones.
It is one of the heavier drones on this list but has a huge flight time and range, especially when you combine it with the controller (sold separately in some cases).
It includes some features like:
- 1080p (Electronic Stabilization) with 13MP Images
- Longest flight time at 25 min
- Built-in flight modes (Follow Me and Flight Plan via GPS – extra $20 in-app purchase)
- Return to Home: returns to the take-off point
- App-controlled or use Parrot or other remotes (up to 1.2 miles)
Product Information
- Specifications
- Size: 12.9 x 2.4 x 15 inches
- Weight: 17.6 oz (499g)
- Max Flight Time: 26 minutes (the best in this review)
- Max Flight Distance: 300ft (or 100m) with the app or 1.2 miles with Sky controller
- Video: 1080p
Choosing The Best Drone For Your Needs
The drones in this review are all quite small and light, but there is a bit of a difference nonetheless.
It pays to compare all the specs with what you plan to do with the drone.
Are you going to take it with you everywhere you go?
Do you need lots of flight time or just a quick selfie or scenic shot while traveling?
Is 1080p video enough, or do you really need 4k?
Then, there you also need to have a think about quality. Some of these drones are a bit cheaper, but maybe not as good a quality. Others are just better products.
I highlighted this in each of the specific reviews as well as giving you a quick set of recommendations.
Size & Weight
Size and weight are one of the biggest factors if you want a super portable drone you can take anywhere.
Another big factor is if the arms collapse. This decides the overall size in most situations. But, not all!
And the clear winner on this front is the Zerotech Dobby. So, if that is what you care about most, it’s a great buy.
Video and Image Quality
Most of the drones in this comparison are only 1080p, but there is one exception – The Yuneec Breeze can also do 4k. There are some other factors to consider though – like a gimbal for image stabilization as well as what the drone can offer from range, flight modes, and flight time.
Intelligent Flight Modes
These days, each of the drones usually comes with some fun and helpful “flight modes”. These are ways of taking cool videos without the need to be a ninja with the controls. So, in my opinion, it is well worth checking out what each offers in terms of flight modes before making your purchase. They might just be the deal-breaker. (Hint: the Bebop has the least features, The Spark probably the most)
Battery Life / Flight Time
This is a big one, especially when you are dealing with the fun factor. My niece was really disappointed when the battery ran out on her Dobby. My Mavic Pro, like the Parrot (26 min)and the Spark (16 min), can run 2-3 times as long.
Maximum Flight Distance
The smaller and lighter drones that only use wifi to connect are always going to be restricted in their maximum flight distance. The wifi just can’t reach that far. Usually, you are looking at a range of about 300ft.
When you add a controller to the mix, like with the Parrot and the Spark, the range increases significantly – up to 1.2 miles or more in some cases (when the visibility to the drone is good).
