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Ryze Tello Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Max flight time:13 minVideo resolution:720p/30 fpsMax transmission distance:0.1 km

Ryze Tello Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 60 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

4.9

Overall score

Score
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

85%

4.3

Technical score

15%

8.4

Review score ( 23 · 37)

Review score 15% · 8.4 · based on 60 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.
▼Worse than 97% of drones
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

26%

2.2

Flight

24%

4.5

Camera

20%

4.7

Safety

16%

4.9

Connectivity

14%

6.5

Battery & Design

▼Worse than 98% of drones
8.4

Review score

Review score
8.4/ 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 72% of models
Grades by review (60)
23 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 37 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 8
✓ explicit
8

3%

10

digitalcameraworld.com

3%

10

t3.com

3%

9.2

techgearlab.com

3%

8.0

space.com

3%

8.0

techradar.com

3%

7.0

pcmag.com

3%

7.0

tomsguide.com

2.4%

7.8

en.techreviewer.de

Video reviews 12

1.2%

9.0

RotorDeal

1.2%

9.0

Quadcopter 101

1.2%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.2%

9.0

Billy Kyle

1.2%

9.0

Carson Miller

1.2%

8.0

Juan Camacho

1.2%

8.0

BillM - RC & Gadgets

1.2%

8.0

KhanFlicks

1.2%

8.0

SuperdanTech

1.2%

8.0

Air Photography

1.2%

7.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

0.6%

9.0

The Everyday Dad

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 72% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Ryze Tello

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

26%

2.2

Flight

24%

4.5

Camera

20%

4.7

Safety

16%

4.9

Connectivity

14%

6.5

Battery & Design

4.3
Review score
Review score
8.4/ 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 72% of models
Grades by review (60)
23 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 37 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 8
✓ explicit
8

3%

10

digitalcameraworld.com

3%

10

t3.com

3%

9.2

techgearlab.com

3%

8.0

space.com

3%

8.0

techradar.com

3%

7.0

pcmag.com

3%

7.0

tomsguide.com

2.4%

7.8

en.techreviewer.de

Video reviews 12

1.2%

9.0

RotorDeal

1.2%

9.0

Quadcopter 101

1.2%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.2%

9.0

Billy Kyle

1.2%

9.0

Carson Miller

1.2%

8.0

Juan Camacho

1.2%

8.0

BillM - RC & Gadgets

1.2%

8.0

KhanFlicks

1.2%

8.0

SuperdanTech

1.2%

8.0

Air Photography

1.2%

7.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

0.6%

9.0

The Everyday Dad

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 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 85% of models
Popularity:
Ryze Tello has a popularity score of 9.7 points, which is higher than that of 85.2% of products in this category.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

60%

4.9

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.4
Max flight time
13 min
Max flight time
13 min
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 13 min, shorter than 75% of drones and equal to 2.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
0.1 km
Max flight distance
0.1 km
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 75.1% of drones and equal to 8.8% of drones.
Max flight speed
8 m/s
Max flight speed
8 m/s
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 8 m/s, slower than 62.7% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Max wind resistance
2 m/s
Max wind resistance
2 m/s
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 2 m/s, lower than 97.1% of drones and equal to 2.2% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
30 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
30 m
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 30 m, lower than 99.3% of drones and equal to 0.8% of drones.
Altitude limit set in the app.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
720p/30 fps
Video resolution
720p/30 fps
▼ Worse than 84% of models
This drone records video at 720p/30 fps, lower than 84.2% of drones and equal to 2.5% 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
?
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 5 MP, lower than 75.3% of drones and equal to 1.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
32 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
32 Mbps
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 32 Mbps, lower than 94.7% of drones and equal to 1.3% 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)
no
Return to Home (RTH)
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This drone does not support Return-to-Home (RTH). 67.5% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
no
GPS
no
▼ Worse than 65% of models
This drone does not support GPS. 65.2% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
none
GNSS systems supported
none
▼ Worse than 66% of models
This drone supports none GNSS systems, which are less comprehensive than those of 65.8% and the same as those of 34.2%.
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%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
0.1 km
Max transmission distance
0.1 km
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 0.1 km, shorter-range than 71.9% of drones and equal to 6.1% of drones.
Transmission latency
?
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
no
Remote control
no
▼ Worse than 96% of models
This drone does not have a handheld remote controller. 95.5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
1,100 mAh
Battery capacity
1,100 mAh
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1,100 mAh, smaller than 76.7% of drones and equal to 1% of drones.
Battery energy
4.18 Wh
Battery energy
4.18 Wh
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 4.18 Wh, lower than 87.1% of drones.
Charging time
90 min
Charging time
90 min
▲ Better than 44% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 90 min, faster than 43.8% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Weight
80 g
Weight
80 g
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 80 g, lighter than 90.2% 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

Ryze Tello vs the average drone

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  • 67.5% lower weight
    Weight
    80 g
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (80 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    80 g vs 246 g
  • 0.2 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.1 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    0.1 m vs 0.3 m
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Includes propeller guards
    Propeller guards
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone has propeller guards, while the average drone does not. 33.3% of drones offer them.
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 177 mm shorter body length
    Length
    98 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (98 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    98 mm vs 275 mm
  • 143 mm narrower width
    Width
    98 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (98 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    98 mm vs 241 mm
  • 21.5 mm lower body height
    Height
    41 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (41 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    41 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 49.6% more popular
    Ryze Tello is more popular than the average drone (9.68 vs 6.5).
    9.68 vs 6.47
  • 0.2 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.1 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    0.1 m vs 0.3 m
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Includes propeller guards
    Propeller guards
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone has propeller guards, while the average drone does not. 33.3% of drones offer them.
  • 0.4 m tighter hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    0.1 m
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has better vertical hover accuracy than the average drone (0.1 m vs 0.5 m). The average drone has vertical hover accuracy of 0.5 m.
    0.1 m vs 0.5 m
  • 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
    Tello App
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    This drone uses the Tello App companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    Tello App vs HS FPV
  • 67.5% lower weight
    Weight
    80 g
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (80 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    80 g vs 246 g
  • 177 mm shorter body length
    Length
    98 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (98 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    98 mm vs 275 mm
  • 143 mm narrower width
    Width
    98 mm
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (98 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    98 mm vs 241 mm
  • 21.5 mm lower body height
    Height
    41 mm
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (41 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    41 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    720p/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (720p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    720p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 8.7 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    2 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (2 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    2 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    none
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • 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
  • No subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    Tracking is mentioned only through third-party apps / SDK workarounds, not native product support.
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • 9.9% worse value for money
    Ryze Tello has worse value for money than the average drone (6.42 vs 7.1).
    6.42 vs 7.06
  • 8.7 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    2 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (2 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    2 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 7 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    13 min
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (13 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    13 min vs 20 min
  • 7 m/s slower flight speed
    Max flight speed
    8 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (8 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    8 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 3,470 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    30 m
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (30 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    Altitude limit set in the app.
    30 m vs 3,500 m
  • 5 years older release date
    Release date
    2018
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2018 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    February 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 0.9 km shorter flight distance
    Max flight distance
    0.1 km
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a shorter max flight distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    0.1 km vs 1 km
  • Simpler motor design
    Motor type
    coreless
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This drone uses coreless motors, while the average drone uses brushless motors.
    coreless vs brushless
  • Non-foldable design
    Foldable design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
  • 2 m/s slower ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    3 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    3 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    720p/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 84% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (720p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    720p/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • 68 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    32 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (32 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    32 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    fixed °
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    fixed ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    ▼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 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.
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    2592 x 1936 px
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (2592x1936 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    2592x1936 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • 3 x lower digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    0 x
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers less digital zoom than the average drone (0 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    0 x vs 3 x
  • No 4K video
    4K camera
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
  • 7 MP less camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    5 MP
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has fewer main camera megapixels than the average drone (5 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    5 MP vs 12 MP
  • 7.4 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82.6 °
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.6 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82.6 ° vs 90 °
  • 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
    none
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone supports none GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    none vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
    Tracking is mentioned only through third-party apps / SDK workarounds, not native product support.
  • No return-to-home (RTH)
    Return to Home (RTH)
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not support return-to-home (RTH), while the average drone does.
  • No GPS
    GPS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    This drone does not have GPS, while the average drone does.
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 3 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    1
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    QuickShots
    1 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 67.9% higher takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    80 g
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a higher max takeoff weight than the average drone (80 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    80 g vs 249 g
  • 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
  • Fewer frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • No handheld remote
    Remote control
    no
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    This drone does not have a handheld remote controller, while the average drone does. 95.1% of drones offer one.
  • 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
  • 0.9 km shorter transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    0.1 km
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a shorter max transmission distance than the average drone (0.1 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    0.1 km vs 1 km
  • 1,100 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,100 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1100 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,100 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 13 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    4.18 Wh
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (4.2 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    4.18 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

8.0
Juan Camacho
≈ estimated
22/02/2020
Hands-on review · indoor and outdoor flights, flight time
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a fun little drone that holds steady outdoors, but its battery life is short and it flies only from a phone.
8.0
BillM - RC & Gadgets
≈ estimated
07/07/2018
Hands-on review · features, failsafe and over-water flight tests
Verdict
Ryze Tello hovers smoothly and performs impressively, though it does not land by itself when the connection drops.
8.0
KhanFlicks
≈ estimated
06/07/2018
Hands-on review · unboxing and test flights
Verdict
Ryze Tello is easy to use and a good beginner drone, though its response is slow and it lags at distance.
8.0
SuperdanTech
≈ estimated
14/05/2018
Hands-on review · indoor and outdoor flight tests
Verdict
Ryze Tello is good value for the money, but its flight time and wind handling fall short.
9.0
RotorDeal
≈ estimated
30/04/2018
Complete review · unboxing, flight modes, speed and battery tests
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a small drone with a stable hover, but its Wi-Fi gets weak at about 10 meters.
9.0
Quadcopter 101
≈ estimated
13/04/2018
Hands-on review · flight tests, speed, lag and photos
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a small drone with strong image stabilization, worth keeping despite minor drawbacks.
9.0
Mihail Svilenov
≈ estimated
02/04/2018
Hands-on review · flips, automated modes and programming
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a small, fun toy drone with stable flips and easy programming, best suited to beginners and children.
9.0
Billy Kyle
≈ estimated
24/03/2018
Hands-on review · unboxing, flight modes and range
Verdict
Ryze Tello is small, fun and a good starter drone, though its camera and height limit hold it back.
9.0
Carson Miller
≈ estimated
21/03/2018
Hands-on review · unboxing, flight modes and camera test
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a fun drone to fly indoors, with a few small drawbacks.
7.0
CAPTAIN DRONE
≈ estimated
11/03/2018
Hands-on review · indoor and outdoor flights, wind and range tests
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a very good indoor mini drone, but it struggles in wind and its app and video need fixes.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
13/07/2018
Expert review · Coding starter drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a light starter drone for indoor flying and Scratch coding, held back by 720p footage and sensitivity to wind.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
11/03/2024
Expert review · Indoor beginner drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a stable indoor drone for beginners and coders, but wind, 720p video and short flights hold it back.
8.0
space.com
✓ explicit
25/01/2022
Expert review · Beginner drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello suits beginners who want stable indoor flying and EZ Shot tricks, but its light frame struggles in wind and footage looks choppy.
10
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
16/03/2022
Hands-on review · Indoor learning drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a stable indoor drone for learning to code, with fun EZ Shots, but wind and choppy Wi-Fi video are its weak spots.
7.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
07/09/2018
Expert review · Indoor coding drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a stable, easy indoor drone for beginners, but Wi-Fi-only footage and no GPS count against it.
9.2
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
12/03/2024
Lab test · Indoor beginner drone
Verdict
Ryze Tello is a light beginner drone with propeller guards and steady indoor flight, though choppy 720p video and wind sensitivity limit it outdoors.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
16/06/2022
Review · Educational mini drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a light, programmable mini drone for indoor flying and coding lessons, but wind pushes it around outdoors.
7.8
en.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Review · STEM mini drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a sturdy mini drone that hovers steadily indoors and works well for teaching programming, but it needs calm weather and charges slowly.
researchgate.net
15/01/2019
Not graded yet
9.5
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
19/03/2018
Quick review · Fun beginner drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a fun beginner drone with precise handling and stable indoor flight, but without a gimbal its video gets shaky in wind.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
22/04/2018
Feature review · Toy-style beginner drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a stable, light beginner drone for indoors or calm outdoor days, but its fixed camera and 90-minute recharge hold it back.
7.8
techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Hands-on review · Smartphone-controlled learning drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is an easy indoor learning drone with steady hovering and sharp photos, but wind, a 90-minute charge and mediocre video limit it.
8.0
t-online.de
≈ estimated
26/12/2021
Comparison test · Indoor flying
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is fine for casual indoor flying, but the DJI Mini 2's 4K camera and better wind resistance make it the pick for serious hobbyists.
7.0
computerbild.de
≈ estimated
06/06/2018
Magazine review · Beginner mini drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a solid starter drone that hovers steadily indoors, but its weak camera and need for calm weather limit it to casual flying.
drohnen.de
19/03/2018
Not graded yet
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
21/10/2018
Expert review · Beginner toy drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a very portable toy drone that hovers steadily indoors and teaches Scratch coding basics, but light wind and choppy Wi-Fi video limit it.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
20/05/2022
Hands-on review · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a very stable entry-level drone with responsive phone controls and Scratch coding, but wind and choppy 720p footage hold it back.
7.8
fr.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Product overview · Indoor learning drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a stable indoor drone for beginners and STEM classes, but wind, a 90-minute charge and wobbly 720p video limit it.
9.5
dday.it
≈ estimated
27/06/2018
Hands-on review · Beginner indoor drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a steady, easy first drone for indoor flying and Scratch coding, but wind and choppy 720p footage limit it outdoors.
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
24/03/2018
Editorial review · Indoor toy drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a very good indoor toy drone that hovers steadily and does fun flips, but wind and short flights keep it from open outdoor use.
7.8
it.techreviewer.de
✓ explicit
06/10/2024
Feature review · Durable beginner drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a durable 80g beginner drone for learning to code and fly, but its shaky 720p camera and wind sensitivity keep it indoors.
8.0
expeditieaardbol.nl
≈ estimated
02/01/2025
Review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The Ryze Tello is a light, easy beginner drone that hovers steadily, but it's only suited to calm weather and casual flying.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about Ryze Tello

  • High flight stability, especially indoors, due to the vision positioning system
  • Very durable and can survive multiple minor crashes with minimal damage
  • Lightweight (80g) and does not require FAA registration in the US
  • Programmable with Scratch, Python, and Swift, making it an excellent STEM tool
  • Takes high-quality 5MP still photos for its budget price range
  • Includes fun autonomous flight modes like '8D Flips' and 'Bounce Mode'
  • Compatible with third-party Bluetooth gaming controllers for better precision

What we don't like about Ryze Tello

  • Strongly struggles in windy conditions; prone to drifting or flying away
  • Choppy video quality because footage is saved directly to the phone via Wi-Fi
  • Unstable in low-light environments where visual sensors fail to lock on
  • Limited flight range (approx. 100m) due to Wi-Fi connection
  • Fixed camera with no gimbal, requiring the whole drone to move for framing
  • Propellers are relatively brittle and prone to breaking on impact
  • Official educational models and support have been discontinued by DJI as of 2024

Verdict

The Ryze Tello is a compact, 80g mini-drone powered by DJI flight technology and an Intel 14-core processor, making it a top choice for beginners and STEM education. Key specifications include a 5MP camera capable of 720p HD video transmission, a maximum flight time of 13 minutes, and a 100-meter range. Its main characteristics feature high stability via a Vision Positioning System, automated 'EZ Shots' for easy filming, and compatibility with Scratch programming for learning to code. The primary pros are its extreme portability, safe indoor flight with included propeller guards, and fun aerial stunts like 8D flips. However, its main cons include a lack of GPS, which can lead to drifting in light winds, and the absence of onboard storage, requiring video to be recorded directly to a smartphone over Wi-Fi, which can result in occasional lag or artifacts.

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