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Parrot Bebop 2 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Max flight time:25 minVideo resolution:1080p/30 fpsMax transmission distance:0.3 km

Parrot Bebop 2 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 50 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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 52% of models
Score components

85%

6.2

Technical score

15%

7.6

Review score ( 27 · 23)

Review score 15% · 7.6 · based on 50 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 1 more review is not scored yet.
▲Better than 52% of drones
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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 52% of models
Score components

26%

6.2

Flight

24%

5.4

Camera

20%

7.4

Safety

16%

5.0

Connectivity

14%

7.0

Battery & Design

▲Better than 52% of drones
7.6

Review score

Review score
7.6/ 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 67% of models
Grades by review (50)
27 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 23 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 10
✓ explicit
8

3.3%

8.0

tomsguide.com

3.3%

8.0

techradar.com

3.3%

7.5

cnet.com

3.3%

7.2

techgearlab.com

3.3%

7.0

pcmag.com

3.3%

4.5

theverge.com

3.3%

4.0

wired.com

2.6%

8.0

theaureview.com

≈ estimated
2

2.1%

9.0

rigelgemini.com

1.3%

8.0

scmp.com

Video reviews 6

1.3%

9.0

Idaho Quadcopter

1.3%

9.0

Geek Street

1.3%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.3%

8.0

AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke

1.3%

7.0

Roswell Flight Test Crew

1.3%

5.0

MW Technology

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 67% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Parrot Bebop 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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 52% of models
Score components:

26%

6.2

Flight

24%

5.4

Camera

20%

7.4

Safety

16%

5.0

Connectivity

14%

7.0

Battery & Design

6.2
Review score
Review score
7.6/ 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 67% of models
Grades by review (50)
27 reviews: 11 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 23 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 10
✓ explicit
8

3.3%

8.0

tomsguide.com

3.3%

8.0

techradar.com

3.3%

7.5

cnet.com

3.3%

7.2

techgearlab.com

3.3%

7.0

pcmag.com

3.3%

4.5

theverge.com

3.3%

4.0

wired.com

2.6%

8.0

theaureview.com

≈ estimated
2

2.1%

9.0

rigelgemini.com

1.3%

8.0

scmp.com

Video reviews 6

1.3%

9.0

Idaho Quadcopter

1.3%

9.0

Geek Street

1.3%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.3%

8.0

AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke

1.3%

7.0

Roswell Flight Test Crew

1.3%

5.0

MW Technology

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 63% of models
Popularity:
Parrot Bebop 2 has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than that of 62.9% of products in this category.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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 51% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

7.1
Max flight time
25 min
Max flight time
25 min
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 25 min, longer than 54.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
2 km
Max flight distance
2 km
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 2 km, farther than 51.9% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max flight speed
16 m/s
Max flight speed
16 m/s
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 16 m/s, faster than 54.4% of drones and equal to 10.8% of drones.
Max wind resistance
17.43 m/s
Max wind resistance
17.43 m/s
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 17.43 m/s, higher than 97.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
150 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
150 m
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 150 m, lower than 65.7% of drones and equal to 3% of drones.
Altitude limit set in the app.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
1080p/30 fps
Video resolution
1080p/30 fps
▼ Worse than 62% of models
This drone records video at 1080p/30 fps, lower than 61.9% of drones and equal to 5.9% of drones.
4K camera
no
4K camera
no
▼ Worse than 55% of models
This drone does not support 4K video. 54.6% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2.3", smaller than 52.8% of drones and equal to 12% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
▲ Better than 63% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 14 MP, higher than 62.7% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
30 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
30 Mbps
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 30 Mbps, lower than 97.4% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% 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
N/A
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
0.3 km
Max transmission distance
0.3 km
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 0.3 km, shorter-range than 62.2% of drones and equal to 6.1% of drones.
Transmission latency
250 ms
Transmission latency
250 ms
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 250 ms, higher than 98.6% of drones.
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
Video transmission system
Wi-Fi
▼ Worse than 44% of models
This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 8.2% and the same as that used by 47.7%.
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
▼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@30 fps, lower-quality than 56.8% of drones and equal to 22.9% 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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
2,700 mAh
Battery capacity
2,700 mAh
▲ Better than 67% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,700 mAh, larger than 67.4% of drones and equal to 1% of drones.
Battery energy
29.97 Wh
Battery energy
29.97 Wh
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 29.97 Wh, higher than 70.6% of drones.
Charging time
55 min
Charging time
55 min
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 55 min, faster than 89.4% of drones and equal to 1.3% of drones.
Weight
500 g
Weight
500 g
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 500 g, heavier than 71.7% 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 Bebop 2 vs the average drone

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  • 6.73 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    17.43 m/s
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (17.4 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    17.43 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 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.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, 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.
  • 35 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    55 min
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (55 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    55 min vs 90 min
  • 8 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (8 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 0 GB
  • 6.73 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    17.43 m/s
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (17.4 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    17.43 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 5 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    25 min
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (25 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    25 min vs 20 min
  • 1 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    6 m/s
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (6 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    6 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 1 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    16 m/s
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (16 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    16 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 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.
  • 8 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    8 GB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (8 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    8 GB vs 0 GB
  • 90 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    180 °
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (180 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    180 ° vs 90 °
  • FPV camera
    FPV camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has an FPV camera, while the average drone does not.
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    Mostly limited manual tuning.
    partial vs no
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • 2 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    6
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight, TapFly, QuickShots, Cameraman
    6 vs 4
  • 2.01x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    500 g
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (500 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    500 g vs 249 g
  • 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 Pro
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone uses the FreeFlight Pro companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    FreeFlight Pro vs HS FPV
  • 35 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    55 min
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (55 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    55 min vs 90 min
  • 12.79 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    29.97 Wh
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (30 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    29.97 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 500 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,700 mAh
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2700 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    2,700 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 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
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (1080p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    1080p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    ▼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 120 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    250 ms
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (250 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    250 ms vs 130 ms
  • 70 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    30 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (30 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    30 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 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
  • 2.03x higher weight
    Weight
    500 g
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (500 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    500 g vs 246 g
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 8 years older release date
    Release date
    2015
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2015 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    December 2015
    2015 vs 2023
  • 75% more expensive
    Parrot Bebop 2 is more expensive than the average drone (£350 vs £200).
    £350 vs £200
  • 8 years older release date
    Release date
    2015
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2015 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    December 2015
    2015 vs 2023
  • 3,350 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    150 m
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (150 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    Altitude limit set in the app.
    150 m vs 3,500 m
  • Non-foldable design
    Foldable design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (1080p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    1080p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 70 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    30 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (30 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    30 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 0 °
    ▼ Worse than 33% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.3
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.3 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.3 vs f/2
  • No 4K video
    4K camera
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
  • 128 GB lower memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    0 GB
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports less external storage than the average drone (0 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    0 GB vs 128 GB
  • 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.
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Wi-Fi
    ▼ Worse than 44% of models
    This drone uses Wi-Fi for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Wi-Fi vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 120 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    250 ms
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (250 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    250 ms vs 130 ms
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 0.7 km shorter transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    0.3 km
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.3 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    0.3 km vs 1 km
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    Skycontroller 2
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone uses the Skycontroller 2 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    Skycontroller 2 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 2.03x higher weight
    Weight
    500 g
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (500 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    500 g vs 246 g
  • 87 mm wider width
    Width
    328 mm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (328 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    328 mm vs 241 mm
  • 26.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    89 mm
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (89 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    89 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 53 mm longer body length
    Length
    328 mm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (328 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    328 mm vs 275 mm
  • Plainer color finish
    Color
    black, white, red
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    This drone comes in black, white, red, while the average drone comes in gray.
    black, white, red vs gray

Video reviews

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

9.0
Idaho Quadcopter
≈ estimated
04/10/2019
Test flight · sport mode and intelligent flight modes
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 is a fun little drone worth buying while stock lasts, with minor quirks in sport mode.
8.0
Idaho Quadcopter
≈ estimated
13/09/2019
Hands-on flight test · follow-me and return-to-home checks
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 flies smoothly and is easy to control, but it is not fast, and follow-me struggles in shade.
9.0
Geek Street
≈ estimated
08/05/2018
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup and flight demo
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 has excellent picture quality and is a nice piece of kit, but some features need paid add-ons.
7.0
Roswell Flight Test Crew
≈ estimated
05/07/2017
Hands-on review · flight tests and endurance
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 stabilises very well for a drone without a gimbal, though its landing and recording quirks take some getting used to.
8.0
AuthenTech - Ben Schmanke
≈ estimated
02/12/2016
Hands-on review · flight, camera, FPV and follow-me
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 is a fun, agile drone for flying practice, though its camera and FPV goggles fall short.
9.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
04/06/2016
Hands-on review · flight, crash and automated flight tests
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 survives crashes well, and its automated flight is a useful extra that costs more.
5.0
MW Technology
≈ estimated
25/02/2016
Full review · camera, range and battery
Verdict
Parrot Bebop 2 is better than the original and stable, but its weak camera and unreliable range make it hard to recommend.
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Long flight time and agile, sturdy, easy handling impress, but transferring footage, a weak connection and mediocre image quality frustrate many.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
14/12/2015
Full review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a sturdy, portable beginner drone with 23 minutes of flight and smooth 1080p video, though lens flare and soft images hold back its camera.
4.5
theverge.com
✓ explicit
22/01/2016
Review · Compact camera drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a much-improved compact drone with a 25-minute battery, but unreliable Wi-Fi and weak 1080p video make it hard to recommend.
4.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
28/01/2016
Review · Compact drone upgrade
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, compact drone with longer battery life, but short Wi-Fi range, weak 1080p video and poor app controls let it down.
8.0
theaureview.com
✓ explicit
07/04/2016
Review · Nimble camera drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a nimble drone that holds steady in wind and shoots smooth, digitally stabilized video, but frequent Wi-Fi drops frustrate experienced pilots.
7.5
cnet.com
✓ explicit
09/05/2016
Review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a fun, agile beginner drone with propellers that stop instantly for safety, but its 14-megapixel camera falls behind stronger camera drones.
8.0
scmp.com
≈ estimated
17/12/2016
Review · Casual FPV drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is an easy-to-fly, fun drone for casual pilots, with a 25-minute battery and FPV goggle support, but inconsistent Wi-Fi holds it back.
7.2
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
17/01/2017
Retrospective review · Casual drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, durable drone for casual fun, but shaky video and its discontinued status make the DJI Spark the better pick.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
11/04/2017
Review · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a durable, portable entry-level drone that stays stable in wind, though 8GB of storage and phone-only control hold it back.
9.0
rigelgemini.com
≈ estimated
13/09/2017
Review · Lifestyle drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a tough, crash-resistant drone for casual social media clips, but grainy low-light footage and exposed propellers hold it back.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
02/03/2017
Review · FPV flying
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 FPV is an agile first-person view drone for casual flyers, but soft video and a weak signal in crowded areas hold it back.
8.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
28/01/2016
Expert review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a sturdy, stable drone for beginners, but its 300 m Wi-Fi range and muddy footage without a gimbal hold it back.
8.0
heise.de
≈ estimated
18/05/2016
Test report · Robust beginner drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a robust, fast beginner drone with 25 minutes of flight, but its camera is mediocre and phone control has short range.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
12/10/2018
Test · Compact drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a compact, fun drone with agile handling and 25 minutes of flight time, but unreliable Wi-Fi and poor image quality hold it back.
8.0
unepat.fr
≈ estimated
07/02/2026
Overview · Mid-range drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 sits between toy drones and pro models, stable and easy to fly, but shaky video and weaker performance in busy cities hold it back.
6.0
leprogres.fr
≈ estimated
28/03/2016
Review summary · Camera drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, sturdy camera drone that holds steady in wind, but its Wi-Fi link to the phone drops often and low-light footage is grainy.
8.0
kelrobot.fr
≈ estimated
02/10/2016
Short review · Skycontroller bundle
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a sturdy, easy-to-fly drone whose Skycontroller adds precise control and extra range, but low-light footage is noisy and advanced features need in-app purchases.
9.0
europe1.fr
≈ estimated
23/11/2015
Review summary · Speed and durability
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a tougher, faster successor with a one-piece body and about 25 minutes of flight time, but its camera barely improves.
8.0
xataka.com
≈ estimated
03/04/2016
Review summary · Beginner drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a fun, portable drone for casual flyers that is easy to fly, though its photos trail those of rival drones.
8.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
21/03/2016
Review · Fun durable drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a sturdy, steady drone for fun flying that sits between toys and pro models, but grainy video limits it for serious photography.
8.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
29/01/2016
Review · Recreational flying
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a sturdy, beginner-friendly drone for fun flying, but its 8GB of storage fills fast and its video is not professional grade.
8.0
tech.everyeye.it
✓ explicit
10/05/2017
Expert review · Mid-range drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, agile mid-range drone with good daytime footage, but strong wind distorts the image and the fisheye lens blurs the edges.
9.0
mtbcult.it
≈ estimated
17/02/2016
Review summary · Light, wind-resistant drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, wind-resistant drone with long flights, but it has no obstacle avoidance and its footage is grainy without a gimbal.
6.0
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
05/04/2016
Expert review · Upgrade over predecessor
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a capable, easy-to-fly upgrade with longer battery life, but grainy, soft footage leaves it short for cinematic video.
rtl.nl
12/11/2016
Not graded yet
6.0
intogadgets.nl
≈ estimated
25/08/2023
Review · Repair-friendly drone
Verdict
The Parrot Bebop 2 is a light, durable drone with precise Skycontroller 2 control, but Follow Me costs extra and video tops out at 1080p.

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What we like about Parrot Bebop 2

  • Compact and lightweight design (approx. 500g), making it highly portable for travel
  • Improved battery life of 20–25 minutes, a significant upgrade over the original model
  • Excellent digital 3-axis image stabilization despite lacking a mechanical gimbal
  • Stable flight performance even in moderate to high winds
  • Fun and agile piloting features, including the ability to perform mid-air flips and rolls
  • Intuitive auto-takeoff and auto-landing buttons simplify the learning curve for beginners

What we don't like about Parrot Bebop 2

  • Inferior video quality (1080p) compared to competitors, with frequent graininess and blurry edges
  • Extremely limited flight range when controlled solely via smartphone/tablet Wi-Fi
  • Fixed 8GB internal storage with no option for SD card expansion, requiring frequent data transfers
  • Crucial features like 'Follow Me' and 'Flight Plan' are locked behind additional in-app purchases
  • Fisheye lens results in noticeable image distortion (fish-eye effect) in full-resolution photos
  • Unreliable Wi-Fi connectivity in suburban areas with high signal interference

Verdict

The Parrot Bebop 2 is a compact, lightweight quadcopter weighing 500g, designed for stability and portability. It features a 14-megapixel 1/2.3" CMOS sensor with a 180° fisheye lens, capable of capturing 1080p Full HD video and RAW/DNG photos. Its defining characteristic is a 3-axis digital image stabilization system that replaces a mechanical gimbal to maintain a rugged, low-profile build. Key pros include a robust flight time of up to 25 minutes on a 2700mAh battery, impressive wind resistance up to 39 mph, and a top horizontal speed of 37 mph. However, its major cons are the limited 8GB of non-expandable internal storage, lack of 4K video capabilities, and reliance on digital cropping for stabilization, which can result in soft image details and fish-eye distortion at the edges of the frame.

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