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Autel EVO Max 4T Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£6,250Max flight time:42 minVideo resolution:8KMax transmission distance:20 km

Autel EVO Max 4T Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 5 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.9

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

85%

9.0

Technical score

15%

8.7

Review score ( 2 · 3)

Review score 15% · 8.7 · based on 2 written reviews + 3 videos
2 written reviews + 3 videos count as 3.8 of the 4 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test. 1 more review is not scored yet.
★Better than 98% of drones
9.0

Technical score

Technical score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

26%

10

Flight

24%

8.6

Camera

20%

9.5

Safety

16%

8.9

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

★Better than 98% of drones
8.7

Review score

Review score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Grades by review (5)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
2

31.3%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

25%

9.2

globedrones.cc

Video reviews 3

12.5%

9.0

Edinburgh Drone Company

12.5%

9.0

Aerial Influence

12.5%

7.0

Golf Sky

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 85% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Autel EVO Max 4T

Technical score
Technical score
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

26%

10

Flight

24%

8.6

Camera

20%

9.5

Safety

16%

8.9

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

9.0
Review score
Review score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Grades by review (5)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
2

31.3%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

25%

9.2

globedrones.cc

Video reviews 3

12.5%

9.0

Edinburgh Drone Company

12.5%

9.0

Aerial Influence

12.5%

7.0

Golf Sky

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
2.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Popularity:
Autel EVO Max 4T has a popularity score of 2.9 points, which is lower than that of 70.3% of products in this category.
2.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

60%

8.9

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

6.6
Max flight time
42 min
Max flight time
42 min
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 42 min, longer than 93% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
25 km
Max flight distance
25 km
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 25 km, farther than 90.6% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max flight speed
23 m/s
Max flight speed
23 m/s
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 23 m/s, faster than 95.6% of drones.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 75.5% of drones and equal to 15.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
7,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
7,000 m
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 7,000 m, higher than 94.8% of drones and equal to 5.2% of drones.
Ceiling can vary by drone version, payload, or battery setup.
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Video resolution
8K
Video resolution
8K
★ Better than 96% of models
This drone records video at 8K, higher than 96% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/1.28"
Sensor size
1/1.28"
▲ Better than 79% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/1.28", larger than 78.7% of drones and equal to 3.7% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP, higher than 94.7% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
120 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
120 Mbps
▲ Better than 61% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 120 Mbps, higher than 60.5% of drones and equal to 11.8% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone senses obstacles in omnidirectional directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 83.4% and the same as that of 16.6%.
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Max transmission distance
20 km
Max transmission distance
20 km
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 20 km, farther than 95.9% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
150 ms
Transmission latency
150 ms
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 150 ms, higher than 59.2% of drones and equal to 1.4% of drones.
Video transmission system
SkyLink 3.0
Video transmission system
SkyLink 3.0
▲ Better than 81% of models
This drone uses SkyLink 3.0 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 80.5%.
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
▲ Better than 80% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@60 fps, higher-quality than 80.2% of drones and equal to 12.5% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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Battery capacity
8,070 mAh
Battery capacity
8,070 mAh
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 8,070 mAh, larger than 100% of drones.
Battery energy
120 Wh
Battery energy
120 Wh
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 120 Wh, higher than 100% of drones.
Charging time
80 min
Charging time
80 min
▲ Better than 66% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 80 min, faster than 66.3% of drones and equal to 4.4% of drones.
Weight
1,620 g
Weight
1,620 g
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 1,620 g, heavier than 99.5% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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What reviewers say

Autel EVO Max 4T vs the average drone

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  • 22 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    42 min
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (42 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    42 min vs 20 min
  • 24 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    25 km
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (25 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    25 km vs 1 km
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 8 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    23 m/s
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (23 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    23 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 5,870 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,070 mAh
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (8070 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    8,070 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 102.82 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    120 Wh
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (120 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    120 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.28"
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.28" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.28" vs 1/2.3"
  • 22 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    42 min
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (42 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    42 min vs 20 min
  • 24 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    25 km
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (25 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    25 km vs 1 km
  • 8 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    23 m/s
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (23 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    23 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 3 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    8 m/s
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (8 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    8 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 3,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    7,000 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (7000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    Ceiling can vary by drone version, payload, or battery setup.
    7,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 2 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    6 m/s
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (6 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    6 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.28"
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.28" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.28" vs 1/2.3"
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Includes optical zoom
    Optical zoom camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has an optical zoom camera, while the average drone does not. 6.9% of drones offer one.
  • Includes thermal camera
    Thermal camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone has a thermal camera, while the average drone does not. 2.5% of drones offer one.
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 38 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (50 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    50 MP vs 12 MP
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF)
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone uses hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    hybrid AF (PDAF + CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • 128 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (128 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 0 GB
  • More video format options
    Video formats
    MP4, MOV
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This drone supports MP4, MOV video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
    MP4, MOV vs MP4
  • 57,600 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    64,000 ISO
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (64000 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    64,000 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 157 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    160 x
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (160 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    160 x vs 3 x
  • 20 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    120 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (120 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    120 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Higher video resolution
    Video resolution
    8K
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This drone offers higher video resolution than the average drone (8K vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    8K vs 4K/100 fps
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8192 x 6144 px
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8192x6144 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8192x6144 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • More photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG, DNG (RAW), HELF, IRG
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW), HELF, IRG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG, DNG (RAW), HELF, IRG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • Wider aperture
    Max ISO
    f/1.9 ISO
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.9 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 45 °
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 45 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 45 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 872 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    1,000 GB
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (1000 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    1,000 GB vs 128 GB
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • ADS-B In (AirSense)
    ADS-B In (AirSense)
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone includes ADS-B In (AirSense), while the average drone does not.
  • Supports dual-band GPS
    Dual GPS frequency support
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This drone supports dual-band GPS, while the average drone does not.
  • 11 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    15
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (15 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Tracking, Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Terrain Follow, SAR, Mission Reproduction, Rectangular Mission, Polygon Mission, Oblique Photography, Corridor Mission, Vertical Scan, 3D Capture
    15 vs 4
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 0.15 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.15 m
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (0.2 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    0.15 m vs 0.3 m
  • Weather-sealed design
    Weather sealing (splashproof)
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone is weather-sealed, while the average drone is not.
    IP43
  • 7.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    20 m/s
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 8.03x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    1999 g
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (1999 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    1,999 g vs 249 g
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C2
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone is rated as C2 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C2 vs None
  • 0.2 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.3 m
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better vertical hover accuracy than the average drone (0.3 m vs 0.5 m). The average drone has vertical hover accuracy of 0.5 m.
    0.3 m vs 0.5 m
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • More frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This drone supports 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • Built-in display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone has a built-in display, while the average drone does not.
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@60 fps
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    Autel Enterprise
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone uses the Autel Enterprise companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    Autel Enterprise vs HS FPV
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
    Requires optional module.
  • 5,870 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    8,070 mAh
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (8070 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    8,070 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 102.82 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    120 Wh
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (120 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    120 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 10 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    80 min
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (80 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    80 min vs 90 min
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    proprietary
    ▼ Worse than 42% of models
    This drone uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    proprietary vs micro-USB
  • 6.59x higher weight
    Weight
    1,620 g
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (1620 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    1,620 g vs 246 g
  • 159 mm wider width
    Width
    400 mm
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (400 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    400 mm vs 241 mm
  • 70.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    133 mm
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (133 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    Folded height: 149 mm.
    133 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 31.25x more expensive
    Autel EVO Max 4T is more expensive than the average drone (£6,250 vs £200).
    £6,250 vs £200
  • 20 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    150 ms
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (150 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    150 ms vs 130 ms
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Autel EVO Max 4T has worse value for money than the average drone (6.56 vs 7.1).
    6.56 vs 7.06
  • 31.25x more expensive
    Autel EVO Max 4T is more expensive than the average drone (£6,250 vs £200).
    £6,250 vs £200
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Autel EVO Max 4T has worse value for money than the average drone (6.56 vs 7.1).
    6.56 vs 7.06
  • 2.27x less popular
    Autel EVO Max 4T is less popular than the average drone (2.85 vs 6.5).
    2.85 vs 6.47
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 20 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    150 ms
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (150 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    150 ms vs 130 ms
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    Smart Controller V3
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This drone uses the Smart Controller V3 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    Smart Controller V3 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 6.59x higher weight
    Weight
    1,620 g
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (1620 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    1,620 g vs 246 g
  • 159 mm wider width
    Width
    400 mm
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (400 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    400 mm vs 241 mm
  • 70.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    133 mm
    ▼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (133 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    Folded height: 149 mm.
    133 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 43 mm longer body length
    Length
    318 mm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (318 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    318 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Golf Sky
≈ estimated
23/09/2025
Hands-on review · pro missions, wind and interference tests
Verdict
Autel EVO Max 4T is built for professional crews, but it is pricey, heavy and overkill for hobbyists.
9.0
Edinburgh Drone Company
≈ estimated
23/06/2023
Feature test · night mode, zoom and thermal imaging
Verdict
Autel EVO Max 4T's night mode works well, with strong low-light zoom and thermal results.
9.0
Aerial Influence
≈ estimated
24/05/2023
Hands-on review · features, thermal imaging and deployment
Verdict
Autel EVO Max 4T impresses as a strong enterprise drone, with more features still to come.
9.0
Edinburgh Drone Company
≈ estimated
19/05/2023
Full review · a week of testing, night mode and sensors
Verdict
Autel EVO Max 4T is smart, unique and ahead of its class, though not flawless: features are still rolling out and the map needs work.
9.0
Aerial Influence
≈ estimated
11/05/2023
First flight · zoom, thermal and rangefinder test
Verdict
Autel EVO Max 4T impresses on its first flight: it is smooth and easy to fly, and a strong alternative to the Mavic 3 and M30T.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
19/04/2024
Expert review · Thermal enterprise drone
Verdict
The Autel EVO Max 4T is a rugged thermal drone whose 720° obstacle avoidance and 42-minute flights suit emergency teams, though new pilots face a steep learning curve.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Autel EVO Max 4T

  • Versatile triple-camera system featuring high-resolution zoom (up to 160x), wide-angle (50MP), and thermal imaging (640x512)
  • Advanced 720° obstacle avoidance utilizing a combination of binocular vision and millimeter-wave radar for improved safety
  • Strong and robust signal strength with a high transmission range (up to 12.4 miles), often outperforming competitors in lower altitude flights
  • Enterprise-grade Smart Controller V3 featuring a large, high-brightness (2000 nits) 7.9-inch touchscreen
  • Weather-resistant IP43 rating allows for operation in light rain, snow, and winds up to 27 mph
  • Supports professional mission planning, 3D mapping, and surveying tasks with integrated laser rangefinder
  • Absence of restrictive geofencing, allowing pilots to fly in authorized areas without software lockouts found in other brands
  • Hot-swappable battery capability (internal backup battery) allowing for continuous operation without powering down the drone

What we don't like about Autel EVO Max 4T

  • Unreliable software/firmware frequently described as 'alpha/beta' quality with persistent bugs and unfulfilled advertised features
  • Poor customer service and technical support experiences, including slow turnaround and recurring hardware issues after repair
  • Reported issues with GPS-denied navigation, with some users finding visual guidance systems shut off entirely without GPS signal
  • High cost of entry ($8,999+ kit) and expensive additional batteries (~$300 each)
  • Mapping and 3D modeling software (Autel Mapper) requires an additional paid subscription or high perpetual license fee
  • Hardware reliability issues, specifically reported cases of controllers failing to charge and thermal camera 'low consumption' bugs
  • Complexity in initial setup; functions are considered powerful but not immediately intuitive to use

Verdict

The Autel EVO Max 4T is a foldable enterprise drone featuring a versatile quad-sensor payload that includes a 50MP wide camera, a 48MP zoom camera capable of 10x optical and 160x hybrid zoom, a 640x512 thermal imaging sensor, and a laser rangefinder with a 1.2km range. Key characteristics include its 42-minute maximum flight time, IP43 weather resistance, and a 720° obstacle avoidance system that uniquely fuses binocular vision with millimeter-wave radar for day and night safety. Main pros include its hot-swappable battery system for continuous operation, GPS-independent navigation capabilities, and a 12.4-mile transmission range via SkyLink 3.0. However, cons include a high professional price tag of approximately $8,999, a relatively high takeoff weight of 1620g, and the fact that its advanced feature set and complexity make it less suitable for casual consumer use.

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