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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • Max flight time: 7 min
  • Video resolution: ?
  • Max transmission distance: 0.04 km

DEERC D13 review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

5.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.2

Technical Score

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 components:

26.0%

4.8

Flight

24.0%

5.2

Camera

20.0%

4.3

Safety

16.0%

6.2

Connectivity

14.0%

6.0

Battery & Design

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

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    Best prices in UK

      N/A~ £25

    Best rankings

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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
    All: ranking among all products in the database.

    Verdict

    The DEERC D13 is a beginner-friendly mini drone designed primarily for kids, featuring intelligent 360-degree obstacle avoidance sensors and six vibrant LED lighting modes for enhanced visibility and safety during indoor or nighttime flights. Key technical specifications include a total flight time of approximately 21 minutes provided by three modular rechargeable batteries (roughly 7 minutes each), three adjustable speed levels, and a compact, crash-resistant frame with protective guards. Main advantages include its 'throw-to-go' capability, one-button take-off and landing, and the ability to perform stunts like 360-degree flips and circle fly modes, making it highly accessible for novice users. Notable drawbacks include a lack of a high-definition camera on standard toy versions, limited wind resistance due to its lightweight mini-build, and a short individual battery cycle that requires frequent swaps for extended play sessions.

    Technical Specifications of drone DEERC D13

    Technical Score

    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 components:

    26.0%

    ?

    Flight

    24.0%

    ?

    Camera

    20.0%

    ?

    Safety

    16.0%

    ?

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    ?

    Battery & Design

    5.2
    DEERC D13 has a technical score of 5.2 points, which is lower than that of 77.9% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    0.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    1.0

    Popularity

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    Popularity
    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.
    1.0
    DEERC D13 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 57.8% of products in this category.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    5.2

    Overall score

    40.0%

    10

    Price

    6.6
    DEERC D13 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is lower than 61% of products in this category.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    DEERC
    Max flight time
    What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    7 min
    DEERC D13 has a max flight time of 7 min, shorter than 98% of drones and equal to 0.7%.
    Max flight distance
    What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.04 km
    DEERC D13 has a max flight distance of 0.04 km, shorter-range than 95.9% of drones and equal to 2.7%.
    Stored as control-range fallback.
    Max flight speed
    What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
    When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=50

    6 km/h
    DEERC D13 has a max flight speed of 6 km/h, slower than 87% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    Max wind resistance
    What it is: The wind resistance rating shows how much wind speed the drone can handle while staying controllable.
    When it matters: When you fly in windy conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10.5

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    Video resolution
    What it is: Shows the highest recording resolution and supported frame-rate combinations for video capture.
    When it matters: When you want more room for cropping, downsampling, or delivering sharper footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4K+

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    4K camera
    What it is: Confirms support for recording video at 4K resolution or higher.
    When it matters: When you want sharper footage, more cropping room, or delivery above Full HD.

    Importance: LOW

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    Sensor size
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1 inch or larger

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    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
    When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=12

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    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: Shows how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When you want cleaner detail retention and fewer compression artifacts in demanding footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Uses onboard sensors to spot obstacles and warn the pilot or help avoid collisions automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, facades, cables, or other obstacles that leave little room for error.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

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    DEERC D13 includes obstacle detection, and 34% of drones offer it.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Can fly back toward the takeoff point or a safe home point automatically when triggered.
    When it matters: When signal loss, low battery, or disorientation could make manual recovery harder.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Smart RTH

    no
    DEERC D13 lacks return-to-home (RTH), while 74.5% of drones provide it.
    GPS
    What it is: Uses satellite positioning to help the drone understand its location and stabilize navigation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier hovering, more accurate return-to-home behavior, and cleaner position hold.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    DEERC D13 lacks GPS, while 70.4% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists which satellite navigation constellations the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When stronger satellite coverage and more robust positioning matter in difficult environments.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

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    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

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    DEERC D13 senses obstacles in forward/backward/left/right directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 67.8% of drones and the same as that of 1.3% of drones.
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    Max transmission distance
    What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    0.04 km
    DEERC D13 has a max transmission distance of 0.04 km, shorter-range than 96.1% of drones and equal to 2.6%.
    Video range is about 0.03 km.
    Transmission latency
    What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
    When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=130

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    Video transmission system
    What it is: Names the radio-link technology used to send live video and telemetry between the drone and controller.
    When it matters: When transmission stability, range behavior, and live-view quality matter during flight.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Digital low-latency

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    Live view quality
    What it is: Defines the resolution and frame rate of the pilot’s live video feed rather than the recorded file itself.
    When it matters: When you need a clearer, smoother view for framing shots and flying accurately in real time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

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    Remote control
    What it is: Shows whether a dedicated handheld controller is included or officially supported.
    When it matters: When precise sticks, longer range, and a more stable pilot setup matter more than phone-only control.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

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    DEERC D13 includes a remote control, and 96.1% of drones ship with one.
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    Battery capacity
    What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=3500

    380 mAh
    DEERC D13 has a battery capacity of 380 mAh, smaller than 97.4% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    1.406 Wh
    DEERC D13 has battery energy of 1.406 Wh, lower than 98% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Charging time
    What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
    When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=90

    90 min
    DEERC D13 charges in 90 min, faster than 45.3% of drones and equal to 18.2%.
    Weight
    What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
    When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=900

    150 g
    DEERC D13 weighs 150 g, lighter than 78% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Lets the flight battery be removed and replaced by the user instead of being built in permanently.
    When it matters: When you want to swap packs quickly and keep flying without waiting for a recharge.

    Importance: LOW

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    DEERC D13 has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    DEERC D13 vs the average drone

    • Obstacle detection included
      DEERC D13 includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
      What it is: Uses onboard sensors to spot obstacles and warn the pilot or help avoid collisions automatically.
      When it matters: When you fly near trees, facades, cables, or other obstacles that leave little room for error.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: Omnidirectional

      DEERC D13 includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    • 39.8% lighter weight
      DEERC D13 is lighter than the average drone (150 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
      What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
      When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=900

      DEERC D13 is lighter than the average drone (150 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.150 g vs 249 g
    • 91 mm more compact width
      DEERC D13 is narrower than the average drone (155 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.
      What it is: The physical width describes the drone's side-to-side size: the second W value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you want a clearer picture of the drone's footprint and how much lateral space it needs in use or in a case.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=300

      DEERC D13 is narrower than the average drone (155 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.155 mm vs 246 mm
    • 29 mm more compact height
      DEERC D13 has a lower height than the average drone (40 mm vs 69 mm). The average drone height is 69 mm.
      What it is: The physical height describes the drone's vertical size: the third H value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you care about overall size, packing clearance, or how tall the drone sits in storage or transport.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=120

      DEERC D13 has a lower height than the average drone (40 mm vs 69 mm). The average drone height is 69 mm.40 mm vs 69 mm
    • 3 years newer release date
      DEERC D13 is newer than the average drone (2,024 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
      November 2024
      What it is: The launch period shows how recent the drone platform and software generation are.
      When it matters: When you care about how recent the platform is.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: >=2023

      DEERC D13 is newer than the average drone (2,024 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.2024 vs 2021
    • 10x cheaper
      DEERC D13 is cheaper than the average drone (£25 vs £250).
      DEERC D13 is cheaper than the average drone (£25 vs £250).£25 vs £250
    • Supports headless mode
      DEERC D13 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
      What it is: Keeps directional controls relative to the pilot rather than the drone’s nose direction.
      When it matters: When you want simpler directional control while learning or flying at a distance.

      Importance: LOW

      DEERC D13 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Obstacle detection included
      DEERC D13 includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    • Supports headless mode
      DEERC D13 supports headless mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 39.8% lighter weight
      DEERC D13 is lighter than the average drone (150 g vs 249 g). The average drone weighs 249 g.
    • 91 mm more compact width
      DEERC D13 is narrower than the average drone (155 mm vs 246 mm). The average drone width is 246 mm.
    • 29 mm more compact height
      DEERC D13 has a lower height than the average drone (40 mm vs 69 mm). The average drone height is 69 mm.
    • 3 years newer release date
      DEERC D13 is newer than the average drone (2,024 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.

    Total
    Overall
    Safety
    Battery & Design
    • 16 min shorter flight time
      DEERC D13 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (7 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
    • 10 km/h slower flight speed
      DEERC D13 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    • 1.96 km shorter flight distance
      DEERC D13 has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
      Stored as control-range fallback.
    • Non-foldable design
      DEERC D13 does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
    • Less advanced motor type
      DEERC D13 uses brushed motors, while the average drone uses brushless.
    • Fewer photo format options
      DEERC D13 supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    • 1 axis lower gimbal axes
      DEERC D13 has fewer gimbal axes than the average drone (0 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • 4 x lower digital zoom
      DEERC D13 offers less digital zoom than the average drone (0 x vs 4 x). The average drone offers 4 x of digital zoom.
    • No memory card slot
      DEERC D13 does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
    • No CMOS sensor
      DEERC D13 does not have a CMOS sensor, while the average drone does.
    • 128 GB lower max external memory supported
      DEERC D13 supports less external storage than the average drone (0 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    • No return-to-home
      DEERC D13 does not include return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
    • No GPS
      DEERC D13 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
    • No waypoint flight
      DEERC D13 does not support waypoint flight, while the average drone does.
    • No subject tracking
      DEERC D13 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    • No POI mode
      DEERC D13 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
    • 3 fewer flight modes
      DEERC D13 has a lower n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
      POI
    • No compass
      DEERC D13 does not have a compass, while the average drone does.
    • No beginner mode
      DEERC D13 does not include beginner mode, while the average drone does.
    • Basic companion app
      DEERC D13 uses the Deerc FPV companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • Fewer frequency bands
      DEERC D13 supports 2.4 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    • 1.47 km shorter transmission distance
      DEERC D13 has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0 km vs 1.507 km). The average drone reaches 1.507 km of transmission distance.
      Video range is about 0.03 km.
    • No wireless transfer
      DEERC D13 does not support wireless file transfer, while the average drone does.
    • 1,850 mAh lower battery capacity
      DEERC D13 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (380 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 15.91 Wh lower battery energy
      DEERC D13 has lower battery energy than the average drone (1.4 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • 16 min shorter flight time
      DEERC D13 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (7 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
      What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
      When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=30

      DEERC D13 offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (7 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.7 min vs 23 min
    • 10 km/h slower flight speed
      DEERC D13 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
      What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
      When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=50

      DEERC D13 reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (6 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.6 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • No return-to-home
      DEERC D13 does not include return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
      What it is: Can fly back toward the takeoff point or a safe home point automatically when triggered.
      When it matters: When signal loss, low battery, or disorientation could make manual recovery harder.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: Smart RTH

      DEERC D13 does not include return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
    • No GPS
      DEERC D13 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
      What it is: Uses satellite positioning to help the drone understand its location and stabilize navigation.
      When it matters: When you want steadier hovering, more accurate return-to-home behavior, and cleaner position hold.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      DEERC D13 does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
    • No waypoint flight
      DEERC D13 does not support waypoint flight, while the average drone does.
      What it is: Lets the drone follow a saved route through predefined waypoints automatically.
      When it matters: When you need repeatable flight paths for inspections, mapping, or matched before-and-after shots.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: Waypoint flight available

      DEERC D13 does not support waypoint flight, while the average drone does.
    • No subject tracking
      DEERC D13 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
      What it is: Lets the drone follow a selected person, vehicle, or object automatically.
      When it matters: When you film yourself or moving subjects and cannot manage both piloting and framing manually.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: Reliable AI tracking

      DEERC D13 cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    • No POI mode
      DEERC D13 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
      What it is: Allows the drone to orbit a chosen subject or location automatically while keeping it framed.
      When it matters: When you want repeatable circular shots around a building, car, or person.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: POI mode available

      DEERC D13 does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
    • 1,850 mAh lower battery capacity
      DEERC D13 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (380 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
      What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
      When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=3500

      DEERC D13 has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (380 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.380 mAh vs 2230 mAh
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    Overall
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    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about DEERC D13?

    • Equipped with intelligent obstacle avoidance sensors for safer indoor and outdoor flying
    • Includes 6 vibrant LED light modes, making it visually appealing for night flights and flips
    • Highly user-friendly for beginners with one-button take-off/landing and altitude hold
    • Comes with 3 rechargeable batteries, providing a combined flight time of approximately 21 minutes
    • Durable, crash-resistant frame with extra propellers included for maintenance after rough landings

    What customers dislike about DEERC D13?

    • Short individual battery life, requiring frequent swaps after only 7 minutes of flight each
    • Limited flight range typical for mini toy drones, best suited for backyard or indoor use
    • Lightweight design makes it susceptible to being blown off course in even light breezes
    • Camera quality (if included in specific bundle) is often described as rudimentary or grainy
    • Some users reported reliability issues with battery charging connections or faulty units out of the box

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