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Parrot Anafi AI Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,520Max flight time:32 minVideo resolution:4K/60 fpsMax transmission distance:9 km

Parrot Anafi AI Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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 70% of models
Score components

85%

7.4

Technical score

15%

7.1

Review score ( 0 · 3)

Review score 15% · 7.1 · based on 3 videos
3 videos count as 1 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.
▲Better than 70% of drones
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 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 74% of models
Score components

26%

7.3

Flight

24%

7.3

Camera

20%

8.3

Safety

16%

6.6

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

▲Better than 74% of drones
7.1

Review score

Review score
7.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Grades by review (3)
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.
Video reviews 1

6.3%

8.0

Reveal Rabbit

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 87% of drones
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Best prices

    N/A~ £3,520

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Technical Specifications of drone Parrot Anafi AI

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 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 74% of models
Score components:

26%

7.3

Flight

24%

7.3

Camera

20%

8.3

Safety

16%

6.6

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

7.4
Review score
Review score
7.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Grades by review (3)
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.
Video reviews 1

6.3%

8.0

Reveal Rabbit

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
Parrot Anafi AI has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 74.3% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 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 99% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

5.4
Max flight time
32 min
Max flight time
32 min
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 32 min, longer than 76.5% of drones and equal to 2.5% of drones.
Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
Max flight distance
4 km
Max flight distance
4 km
▲ Better than 60% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 4 km, farther than 60.2% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
17 m/s
Max flight speed
17 m/s
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 17 m/s, faster than 67.7% of drones.
Max wind resistance
14 m/s
Max wind resistance
14 m/s
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 14 m/s, higher than 93.5% of drones and equal to 0.7% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 5,000 m, higher than 67.9% of drones and equal to 10.5% of drones.
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Video resolution
4K/60 fps
Video resolution
4K/60 fps
▲ Better than 79% of models
This drone records video at 4K/60 fps, higher than 79.2% of drones and equal to 6.4% 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
1/2"
Sensor size
1/2"
▲ Better than 48% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2", larger than 48.2% of drones and equal to 17.6% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
200 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
200 Mbps
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 200 Mbps, higher than 92.1% of drones and equal to 5.3% of drones.
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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
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
▲ Better than 69% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 68.8% and the same as those of 4%.
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
9 km
Max transmission distance
9 km
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 9 km, farther than 71.9% of drones and equal to 3.1% of drones.
Value reflects standard radio-link range; 4G connectivity can extend range further.
Transmission latency
300 ms
Transmission latency
300 ms
▼ Worse than 100% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 300 ms, higher than 100% of drones.
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi + 4G
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi + 4G
▲ Better than 56% of models
This drone uses Wi-Fi + 4G for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 56.4%.
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 60.9% of drones and equal to 18.8% 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
6,800 mAh
Battery capacity
6,800 mAh
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 6,800 mAh, larger than 96.4% of drones.
Battery energy
78.6 Wh
Battery energy
78.6 Wh
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 78.6 Wh, higher than 91.8% of drones.
Charging time
150 min
Charging time
150 min
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 150 min, slower than 76.9% of drones and equal to 6.9% of drones.
Weight
898 g
Weight
898 g
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 898 g, heavier than 87.1% 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

Parrot Anafi AI vs the average drone

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  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 4,600 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,800 mAh
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (6800 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    6,800 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 12 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    32 min
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (32 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    32 min vs 20 min
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 3.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    14 m/s
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (14 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    14 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 61.42 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    78.6 Wh
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (78.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    78.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 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
  • 12 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    32 min
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (32 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Real-world flight time is often lower than the advertised maximum.
    32 min vs 20 min
  • 3.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    14 m/s
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (14 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    14 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 2 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    17 m/s
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (17 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    17 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 3 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    4 km
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (4 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
    4 km vs 1 km
  • 1,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    5,000 m
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (5000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    5,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 100 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    200 Mbps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    200 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 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
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    P-Log, HDR, Natural, Intense, Pastel
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This drone supports P-Log, HDR, Natural, Intense, Pastel color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    P-Log, HDR, Natural, Intense, Pastel vs Normal
  • 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
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • 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
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    contrast AF (CDAF)
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    This drone uses contrast AF (CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    contrast AF (CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    ▲ Better than 48% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/2" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/2" vs 1/2.3"
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 90 °
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 90 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 90 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • 3 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    6 x
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (6 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    6 x vs 3 x
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8000 x 6000 px
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8000x6000 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • Weather-sealed design
    Weather sealing (splashproof)
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone is weather-sealed, while the average drone is not.
    IP53
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • 3.61x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    898 g
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (898 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    898 g vs 249 g
  • 1 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    5
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (5 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    POI, Waypoint Flight, TapFly, Cameraman, Vehicle Mission
    5 vs 4
  • 8 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    9 km
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (9 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Value reflects standard radio-link range; 4G connectivity can extend range further.
    9 km vs 1 km
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    FreeFlight 7
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone uses the FreeFlight 7 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    FreeFlight 7 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.
    Integrated 4G radio.
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@30 fps
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 4,600 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,800 mAh
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (6800 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    6,800 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 61.42 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    78.6 Wh
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (78.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    78.6 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 170 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    300 ms
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (300 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    300 ms vs 130 ms
  • 3.65x higher weight
    Weight
    898 g
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (898 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    898 g vs 246 g
  • 1.1 m worse hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    1.4 m
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    1.4 m vs 0.3 m
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi + 4G
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi + 4G for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi + 4G vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 60 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    150 min
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    150 min vs 90 min
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS, Galileo vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 199 mm wider width
    Width
    440 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (440 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    440 mm vs 241 mm
  • 55.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    118 mm
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (118 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    118 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 17.6x more expensive
    Parrot Anafi AI is more expensive than the average drone (£3,520 vs £200).
    £3,520 vs £200
  • 29.7% worse value for money
    Parrot Anafi AI has worse value for money than the average drone (5.44 vs 7.1).
    5.44 vs 7.06
  • 6.47x less popular
    Parrot Anafi AI is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • 1 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    3 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    3 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 2 years older release date
    Release date
    2021
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2021 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    June 2021
    2021 vs 2023
  • 1 m/s slower ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    4 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs more slowly than the average drone (4 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    4 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 22 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    68 °
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (68 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    68 ° vs 90 °
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/60 fps
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 1.1 m worse hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    1.4 m
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    1.4 m vs 0.3 m
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS, Galileo vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 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.
  • 170 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    300 ms
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (300 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    300 ms vs 130 ms
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi + 4G
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi + 4G for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi + 4G vs SkyLink 2.0
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    Skycontroller 4
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This drone uses the Skycontroller 4 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    Skycontroller 4 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 3.65x higher weight
    Weight
    898 g
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (898 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    898 g vs 246 g
  • 60 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    150 min
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (150 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    150 min vs 90 min
  • 199 mm wider width
    Width
    440 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (440 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    440 mm vs 241 mm
  • 55.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    118 mm
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (118 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    118 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 45 mm longer body length
    Length
    320 mm
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (320 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    320 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
Reveal Rabbit
≈ estimated
12/04/2022
First flight · battery and obstacle sensor tests
Verdict
Parrot Anafi AI feels well balanced so far; long-term behaviour is still to be judged.
9.0
Reveal Rabbit
≈ estimated
09/04/2022
Unboxing · technical data and first impression
Verdict
Parrot Anafi AI is a very well-thought-out system with an unusual design, marred only by its glossy surfaces.

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Third-party reviews

What we like about Parrot Anafi AI

  • Integrated 4G/LTE connectivity for interference-free long-range flight
  • Unique 180-degree vertical gimbal tilt allowing for straight-up photography
  • High-resolution 48MP sensor optimized for 2D/3D photo telemetry and mapping
  • Rapid deployment capability, ready to fly in approximately 60 seconds
  • IPX3 waterproof rating allowing operation in rainy conditions
  • Strong cybersecurity with a secure element and full data encryption
  • Quiet flight operation compared to many consumer-grade competitors
  • Portable, lightweight folding design using carbon fiber materials

What we don't like about Parrot Anafi AI

  • Obstacle avoidance system described as mediocre or unreliable during Return-to-Home (RTH)
  • Poor customer support responsiveness and difficult warranty claim process
  • Slow processing for 3D modeling due to the use of a linear rolling shutter
  • Inconsistent 4G availability depending on region or specific carrier (e.g., Verizon issues)
  • Flimsy build quality reported by some users despite carbon fiber construction
  • Choppy video footage noted during rapid yaw movements due to 2-axis mechanical gimbal
  • Battery hardware issues, including physical damage from rear propeller strikes
  • Lack of live telemetry data in the HDMI output for external monitoring

Verdict

The Parrot Anafi AI is a professional-grade, 4G-connected robotic UAV designed for complex industrial tasks like mapping, surveying, and inspection. It features a high-resolution 48 MP 1/2-inch CMOS sensor capable of 4K HDR10 video at 30 fps and 6x digital zoom, supported by a unique 3-axis hybrid gimbal with a 180° tilt range (-90° to +90°). Main characteristics include an 898g foldable carbon fiber frame, up to 32 minutes of flight time, and an IP53 weather-resistance rating. Its primary pro is the world-first 4G LTE connectivity, which enables unlimited range and stable transmission beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS), alongside an AI-powered stereo vision system for 360° obstacle avoidance and an open-source SDK for custom professional applications. However, notable cons include its relatively high price point, occasional 4G signal latency depending on network coverage, and a camera sensor that some critics consider smaller than competitors in the same enterprise class.

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