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Potensic ATOM 2 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Max flight time:32 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

Potensic ATOM 2 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 56 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 77% of models
Score components

85%

7.4

Technical score

15%

8.5

Review score ( 13 · 43)

Review score 15% · 8.5 · based on 56 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.
▲Better than 77% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

26%

7.6

Flight

24%

7.3

Camera

20%

7.2

Safety

16%

7.6

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

▲Better than 75% of drones
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Grades by review (56)
13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 43 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 9
✓ explicit
7

3.6%

9.0

tomsguide.com

3.6%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

3.6%

8.0

techradar.com

3.6%

8.0

pcmag.com

3.6%

8.0

t3.com

3.6%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

3.6%

8.0

space.com

≈ estimated
2

2.9%

9.5

the-gadgeteer.com

2.9%

9.0

fstoppers.com

Video reviews 13

1.4%

9.0

Momentum Productions

1.4%

9.0

LIFE IN SPEED Mike Angels

1.4%

9.0

Chad B.

1.4%

9.0

Mario So

1.4%

9.0

Jack Perrenot

1.4%

9.0

Rimzler

1.4%

9.0

Quadcopter 101

1.4%

9.0

edrone

1.4%

8.0

Roo's Reviews

1.4%

8.0

Alien Drones

1.4%

4.0

Flying Filmmaker

0.7%

9.0

Eddie Nunez

0.7%

8.0

Circling the Drone

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 76% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Potensic ATOM 2

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 75% of models
Score components:

26%

7.6

Flight

24%

7.3

Camera

20%

7.2

Safety

16%

7.6

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

7.4
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Grades by review (56)
13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 43 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 9
✓ explicit
7

3.6%

9.0

tomsguide.com

3.6%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

3.6%

8.0

techradar.com

3.6%

8.0

pcmag.com

3.6%

8.0

t3.com

3.6%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

3.6%

8.0

space.com

≈ estimated
2

2.9%

9.5

the-gadgeteer.com

2.9%

9.0

fstoppers.com

Video reviews 13

1.4%

9.0

Momentum Productions

1.4%

9.0

LIFE IN SPEED Mike Angels

1.4%

9.0

Chad B.

1.4%

9.0

Mario So

1.4%

9.0

Jack Perrenot

1.4%

9.0

Rimzler

1.4%

9.0

Quadcopter 101

1.4%

9.0

edrone

1.4%

8.0

Roo's Reviews

1.4%

8.0

Alien Drones

1.4%

4.0

Flying Filmmaker

0.7%

9.0

Eddie Nunez

0.7%

8.0

Circling the Drone

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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 82% of models
Popularity:
Potensic ATOM 2 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than that of 82.2% of products in this category.
9.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components:

60%

7.6

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

7.8
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
10 km
Max flight distance
10 km
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 10 km, farther than 72.9% of drones and equal to 5.5% 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
10.7 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
▲ Better than 49% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.7 m/s, higher than 48.9% of drones and equal to 23.7% of drones.
Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
4,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
4,000 m
▲ Better than 51% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 4,000 m, higher than 50.8% of drones and equal to 13.4% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% 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
80 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
80 Mbps
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 80 Mbps, lower than 72.4% 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, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
▲ Better than 57% of models
This drone senses obstacles in downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 57.3% and the same as that of 12.1%.
Downward sensing only.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
10 km
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 10 km, farther than 75.5% of drones and equal to 9.2% of drones.
Transmission latency
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 59.2% of drones and equal to 28.2% of drones.
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
Video transmission system
Digital Transmission
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone uses Digital Transmission for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 58.5% and the same as that used by 8.7%.
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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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
2,230 mAh
Battery capacity
2,230 mAh
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,230 mAh, larger than 54.4% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
17.18 Wh
Battery energy
17.18 Wh
▼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 17.18 Wh, higher than 49.4% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
78 min
Charging time
78 min
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 78 min, faster than 71.3% of drones and equal to 1.3% of drones.
Weight
249 g
Weight
249 g
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 249 g, heavier than 51% of drones and equal to 11.3% 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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Potensic ATOM 2 vs the average drone

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  • 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
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 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
  • 9 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • 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.
    Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • 10.7% better value for money
    Potensic ATOM 2 has better value for money than the average drone (7.81 vs 7.1).
    7.81 vs 7.06
  • 47.2% more popular
    Potensic ATOM 2 is more popular than the average drone (9.52 vs 6.5).
    9.52 vs 6.47
  • 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
  • 9 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 2 years newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is newer than the average drone (2025 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    February 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • 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
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 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.
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, P-Log, HDR
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This drone supports Normal, P-Log, HDR color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, P-Log, HDR vs Normal
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • 19,200 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    25,600 ISO
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (25600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    25,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 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 aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.8
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2
  • 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.
  • 384 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (512 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    512 GB vs 128 GB
  • 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.
  • 3 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    7
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (7 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Tracking, Spotlight, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, Panorama, Cruise Control, Dolly Zoom
    7 vs 4
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C0
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C0 vs None
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    120 ms vs 130 ms
  • 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
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    Potensic Eve
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses the Potensic Eve companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    Potensic Eve vs HS FPV
  • 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.
    Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 12 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    78 min
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (78 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    78 min vs 90 min
  • 65 mm shorter body length
    Length
    210 mm
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (210 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    210 mm vs 275 mm
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Digital Transmission
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone uses Digital Transmission for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Digital Transmission vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 20 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    80 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (80 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    80 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 1.95 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    10.55 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (10.6 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    10.55 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 59 mm wider width
    Width
    300 mm
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (300 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    300 mm vs 241 mm
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 10.6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    79.4 °
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (79.4 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    79.4 ° vs 90 °
  • 2x more expensive
    Potensic ATOM 2 is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £200).
    £400 vs £200
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 20 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    80 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (80 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    80 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 10.6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    79.4 °
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (79.4 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    79.4 ° vs 90 °
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 1.95 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    10.55 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (10.6 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    10.55 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    Digital Transmission
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone uses Digital Transmission for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    Digital Transmission vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 59 mm wider width
    Width
    300 mm
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (300 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    300 mm vs 241 mm
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g
  • Plainer color finish
    Color
    white, gray
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    This drone comes in white, gray, while the average drone comes in gray.
    white, gray vs gray

Video reviews

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

9.0
Momentum Productions
≈ estimated
01/02/2026
Hands-on review · flight time, tracking and wind tests
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is a great small drone for beginners, though it is no cinema drone.
9.0
LIFE IN SPEED Mike Angels
≈ estimated
16/12/2025
Hands-on review · flight test, follow mode and value
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is a great product for the price overall, though follow mode is its weak spot.
9.0
Chad B.
≈ estimated
01/11/2025
Hands-on review · several weeks of flying and log footage
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is a serious contender: capable, compact and fun to fly.
9.0
Mario So
≈ estimated
04/10/2025
Hands-on review · flight time, photo and feature tests
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 has two minor drawbacks, but it is a very capable drone at a budget-friendly price.
9.0
Jack Perrenot
≈ estimated
29/09/2025
Hands-on review · camera tests and AI features
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is an easy beginner drone that deserves a permanent spot in your gear bag.
8.0
Roo's Reviews
≈ estimated
16/07/2025
Hands-on review · range, battery and tracking tests
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is fun for casual flying and exploration, though tracking is awkward and flight time falls short.
4.0
Flying Filmmaker
≈ estimated
24/06/2025
Hands-on review · mountain test, camera and tracking
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is not ready to replace the DJI Mini: the camera is decent, but it has too many quirks to recommend.
9.0
Rimzler
≈ estimated
03/05/2025
Hands-on review · camera, AI modes and settings
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is Potensic's best drone yet and would be a best buy if the price came down a bit.
9.0
Quadcopter 101
≈ estimated
26/02/2025
Test flight · HDR camera, wind warning and icy-lake flying
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is a very capable drone for its price, holding steady in wind with an HDR camera whose footage looks very good.
8.0
Alien Drones
≈ estimated
18/02/2025
Hands-on review · camera, features and value check
Verdict
Potensic ATOM 2 is not quite pro-level, but it is a capable drone with decent video for the money.

What reviewers agree on

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
04/04/2025
Expert review · Feature overview
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 stays steady in Level 5 winds and shoots 4K HDR video, though 4K tops out at 30fps.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
02/04/2025
Expert review · Smart tracking drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a capable sub-250g DJI alternative with 10km transmission, but real-world flights last closer to 22 minutes.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/04/2025
Expert review · Sub-250g folding drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a light beginner drone and a strong DJI Neo alternative for pilots who want Remote ID, though it struggles in strong gusts.
8.0
space.com
✓ explicit
23/10/2025
Expert review · DJI Mini alternative
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a steady, beginner-friendly alternative to the DJI Mini series with 4K HDR video, but its AI Night mode struggles in low light.
9.0
fstoppers.com
≈ estimated
17/01/2026
Review · Travel drone for creators
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a light travel drone that flies steadily in wind, but its fixed aperture and 8-bit color may limit professional work.
9.5
the-gadgeteer.com
≈ estimated
29/06/2025
Review · DJI Mini rival
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a compact, beginner-friendly DJI Mini rival whose AI modes and Level 5 wind handling suit recreational flyers, but it lacks obstacle sensors.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
30/04/2025
Review · Light camera drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a light camera drone with built-in Remote ID and 48MP photos, though its 12MP shots look heavily processed and it has no obstacle sensors.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
15/04/2025
Review · Controller and app focus
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is an impressive sub-249g drone with steady 4K video, a sturdy 10km-range controller and AI tracking, but it lacks obstacle sensors and waypoint planning.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Review · Travel and social drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a stable travel drone for social media content, with 8K photos and a 32-minute battery, but its video isn't suited to commercial work.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
15/03/2025
Review · Ultralight camera drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is an ultralight drone that flies well and holds steady in wind, suited to creative shots, but it has no obstacle sensors.
9.0
express.de
≈ estimated
Keine Angabe
Review · Entry-level GPS drone
Verdict
The Potensic ATOM 2 is a compact GPS drone that flies steadily in Level 5 wind, but it lacks obstacle sensors and falls short of its 32-minute claim.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about Potensic ATOM 2

  • Excellent value for money compared to competitors like DJI
  • Lightweight design (under 249g) avoids FAA registration requirements
  • High-quality 4K/30fps video and 48MP photos with effective 3-axis gimbal stabilization
  • Advanced AI subject tracking (Follow, Spotlight, Parallel) and Quickshots work reliably
  • Improved remote controller with comfortable ergonomics and built-in smartphone cradle
  • Strong flight stability and level 5 wind resistance for its size
  • Fly More Combo includes a fast-charging hub that charges three batteries simultaneously

What we don't like about Potensic ATOM 2

  • Lack of obstacle avoidance sensors requires more attentive piloting
  • Real-world battery life often falls short of the advertised 32 minutes, typically averaging 27–28 minutes
  • 12MP JPEG photos can appear over-processed or aggressively sharpened
  • Absence of internal storage requires a high-speed microSD card
  • Occasional pixelation or signal issues in the video transmission feed at longer ranges
  • Charging hub uses a proprietary AC adapter rather than standard USB-C
  • Noticeable vignetting in RAW photo files and standard image captures

Verdict

The Potensic ATOM 2 is an ultralight foldable drone under 249g that builds on the Atom formula with a higher-resolution Sony sensor, stabilized 4K video, and a compact 3-axis gimbal. It targets travelers and casual creators who want strong image quality, GPS flight assistance, and low regulatory burden while still gaining newer intelligent features like AI tracking and upgraded transmission. Its strengths are portability, ease of use, and a more ambitious feature set than many budget mini drones. The main limitations are the lack of obstacle avoidance and a lower low-light ceiling than flagship drones with larger sensors.

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