Drone Comparisons
Browse all 57 drone comparisons. Compare specifications, features, and find the perfect UAV for mapping and surveying.
Autel
7 comparisonsDJI Matrice 4T vs Autel EVO MAX 4T: Thermal Enterprise Showdown
M4T wins on ecosystem and 128× zoom, but EVO MAX 4T is a viable alternative....
DJI Mavic 3T vs Autel EVO II Dual 640T: Portable Thermal Comparison
Mavic 3T wins on flight time, weight, and zoom performance....
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise vs Autel EVO II Pro: Enterprise Imaging Battle
Mavic 3 Enterprise wins on sensor size, mechanical shutter, and RTK option....
DJI Matrice 4E vs Autel EVO II Enterprise: Compact Enterprise Comparison
M4E wins on zoom and ecosystem. EVO II is a capable alternative....
Autel EVO II Pro vs Dual vs Max 4T: Enterprise Drone Comparison
Pro for visual, Dual for thermal, Max for full enterprise capability....
DJI Enterprise vs Autel Enterprise vs Skydio: Drone Platform Comparison
DJI for capability, Autel for alternative, Skydio for autonomy and NDAA....
DJI M400 vs M4T vs Skydio X10 vs Autel Titan: Enterprise Drones
M400 for capability, M4T for compact, X10 for NDAA, Titan for alternative....
DJI
42 comparisonsBest LiDAR Drones 2025
For professional LiDAR surveying in 2025, the DJI Zenmuse L3 is the best overall choice with 2M pts/sec, up to 16 returns, and 950m range. The L2 remains excellent value for smaller operations....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs 300 RTK: Enterprise Flagship Evolution
M400 RTK brings meaningful improvements in flight time, weather resistance, and safety features....
DJI Matrice 4E vs 4T: Visual vs Thermal Enterprise Drones
M4E for visual/mapping work. M4T when thermal imaging is required....
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise vs 3T: Compact Enterprise Comparison
M3E for photogrammetry with mechanical shutter. M3T for thermal in a compact package....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs L2: LiDAR Payload Evolution
L3 offers 2M pts/sec, up to 16 returns, and 950m range vs L2's 1.2M pts/sec, 5 returns, and 450m range. Clear upgrade for serious LiDAR work....
DJI Zenmuse P1 vs L3: Photogrammetry vs LiDAR
P1 for visual/texture-rich mapping. L3 for terrain under vegetation or direct 3D data....
DJI Zenmuse H30 vs H30T: Multi-Sensor Payload Comparison
H30T is the more capable payload with thermal. H30 works for visual-only operations....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Matrice 4T: Large vs Compact Enterprise
M400 for payload flexibility and heavy sensors. M4T for portable thermal missions....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Mavic 3 Enterprise: Pro vs Portable
M400 for maximum capability. Mavic 3E for maximum portability....
DJI Matrice 4E vs Mavic 3 Enterprise: Flagship vs Legacy Photogrammetry
The M4E is the newer flagship with 128× zoom, integrated RTK, and longer flight time. Mavic 3E remains excellent for portability....
DJI Zenmuse L2 vs P1: LiDAR vs Photogrammetry
L2 for direct 3D under canopy. P1 for texture-rich visual mapping....
DJI Matrice 300 RTK vs Matrice 4E: Legacy vs New Generation
M300 for payload flexibility. M4E for portable visual work....
DJI Mavic 3T vs Mavic 3 Enterprise: Thermal vs Visual Mavic
M3T for thermal capability. M3E for photogrammetry with mechanical shutter....
DJI Zenmuse H30 vs L3: Inspection vs Mapping Payloads
H30 for real-time inspection work. L3 for 3D mapping deliverables....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Matrice 4E: Flagship vs Compact
M400 for maximum capability and payload flexibility. M4E for portable visual work....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs ROCK R3 Pro V2: Integrated vs Modular LiDAR
L3 wins on specs (2M vs 1.28M pts/sec, 950m vs 320m range, 16 vs 5 returns). R3 Pro V2 wins on flexibility with 3-in-1 capability....
DJI Zenmuse L2 vs ROCK R3 V2: Mid-Range LiDAR Battle
L2 wins on specs: 1.2M vs 640K pts/sec, 450m vs 200m range. R3 V2 wins on platform flexibility....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Freefly Alta X: Enterprise vs Cinema Heavy-Lift
M400 RTK for surveying operations. Alta X for heavy payload and cinema work....
DJI Matrice 4T vs Autel EVO MAX 4T: Thermal Enterprise Showdown
M4T wins on ecosystem and 128× zoom, but EVO MAX 4T is a viable alternative....
DJI Mavic 3T vs Autel EVO II Dual 640T: Portable Thermal Comparison
Mavic 3T wins on flight time, weight, and zoom performance....
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise vs Autel EVO II Pro: Enterprise Imaging Battle
Mavic 3 Enterprise wins on sensor size, mechanical shutter, and RTK option....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Skydio X10: Traditional vs Autonomous Enterprise
M400 RTK for LiDAR surveying. X10 for autonomous, AI-driven operations....
DJI Matrice 4T vs Skydio X10: Compact Enterprise Thermal Comparison
M4T for manual precision ops. X10 for autonomous AI workflows....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs YellowScan Mapper+: Integrated vs Survey-Grade LiDAR
L3 wins on specs (2M vs 300K pts/sec, 950m vs 400m range, up to 16 vs 3 returns). Mapper+ has slightly better accuracy (2.5cm vs 3cm)....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs RIEGL miniVUX: Integrated vs Survey-Grade LiDAR
L3 wins on specs (2M vs 200K pts/sec, 950m vs 250m range, 16 vs 5+ returns). miniVUX wins on accuracy (1.5cm vs 3cm)....
DJI Zenmuse P1 vs Phase One P3: Prosumer vs Professional Photogrammetry
P1 for DJI ecosystem mapping. P3 for maximum resolution and oblique capability....
DJI Zenmuse P1 vs Sony A7R IV: Integrated vs DSLR Photogrammetry
P1 wins for aerial work with purpose-built integration. A7R IV for multi-use flexibility....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs WingtraOne Gen II: Multirotor vs Fixed-Wing
M400 RTK for complex sites and LiDAR. WingtraOne for large open areas....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs Hesai Pandar XT: Aerial vs Automotive LiDAR
L3 wins decisively for aerial surveying: 2M vs 320K pts/sec, 950m vs 120m range, up to 16 vs 2 returns....
DJI Matrice 4E vs Autel EVO II Enterprise: Compact Enterprise Comparison
M4E wins on zoom and ecosystem. EVO II is a capable alternative....
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise vs Parrot ANAFI USA: Global vs US-Made Enterprise
Mavic 3E for performance. ANAFI USA for US government/security requirements....
DJI Dock 2 vs Skydio Dock: Automated Drone Dock Comparison
DJI Dock 2 for DJI ecosystem. Skydio Dock for US operations and AI autonomy....
DJI FlightHub 2 vs DroneDeploy: Fleet Management Comparison
FlightHub 2 for DJI fleets. DroneDeploy for multi-brand and processing....
DJI Terra vs Pix4Dmapper: Photogrammetry Software Comparison
Terra for DJI ecosystem simplicity. Pix4D for professional multi-source workflows....
DJI Modify vs Bentley ContextCapture: Reality Modeling Comparison
DJI Modify for accessible editing. ContextCapture for enterprise infrastructure projects....
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Matrice 400 vs Matrice 4T: Enterprise Drone Comparison
M400 for heavy payloads, M400 for latest tech, M4T for compact thermal missions....
DJI Zenmuse L2 vs L3 vs P1: Mapping Payload Comparison
L2 for budget LiDAR (1.2M pts/sec), L3 for flagship LiDAR (2M pts/sec, 16 returns), P1 for photogrammetry....
DJI Zenmuse H30 vs H30T vs Mavic 3 Thermal: Thermal Drone Comparison
H30 for visual, H30T for full hybrid, Mavic 3T for portable thermal....
DJI Enterprise vs Autel Enterprise vs Skydio: Drone Platform Comparison
DJI for capability, Autel for alternative, Skydio for autonomy and NDAA....
DJI Zenmuse L2 vs L3 vs P1 vs H30: Complete Sensor Lineup
L2 for value LiDAR (1.2M pts/sec), L3 for flagship LiDAR (2M pts/sec, 16 returns), P1 for photogrammetry, H30 for inspection....
DJI M400 vs M4T vs Skydio X10 vs Autel Titan: Enterprise Drones
M400 for capability, M4T for compact, X10 for NDAA, Titan for alternative....
DJI Zenmuse H30T vs H20T: Thermal Payload Comparison
The H30T offers significant upgrades in thermal resolution, zoom capability, and night vision, making it the superior choice for demanding inspection applications. The H20T remains a capable and cost-...
DJI Enterprise
7 comparisonsDJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Matrice 400 RTK
The Matrice 400 RTK wins with 6 kg payload capacity (vs 2.7 kg) and 59-minute flight time (vs 55 min). Clear upgrade for new purchases....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs L2 LiDAR
Zenmuse L3 offers 2M pts/sec, up to 16 returns, and 950m range vs L2's 1.2M pts/sec, 5 returns, and 450m range. L3 is the clear choice for vegetation and large-area mapping....
DJI Matrice 4T vs Mavic 3T
Both drones share the same thermal sensor. Choose Matrice 4T for enterprise operations requiring durability; Mavic 3T for portability and cost efficiency....
Skydio X10 vs DJI Matrice 4T
Choose Skydio X10 for autonomous capabilities and US manufacturing requirements. Choose DJI Matrice 4T for cost efficiency and proven reliability....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs ROCK Ultra
L3 offers seamless DJI integration with up to 16 returns for best vegetation penetration. L3 has higher point rate (2M vs 1M pts/sec). ROCK Ultra has longer range (1000m vs 950m) but only 7 returns....
DJI Matrice 4E vs 4T
This is not a "better vs worse" comparison—these are purpose-built tools. The M4E with mechanical shutter is the ONLY choice for survey-grade photogrammetry. The M4T with thermal is essential for insp...
Skydio X10 vs DJI Matrice 400 RTK
For government and security-sensitive operations, Skydio X10 is essential for NDAA compliance. For commercial operations without restrictions, the DJI Matrice 400 RTK offers better value with 6 kg pay...
DJI L3, ROCK R3 Pro
1 comparisonDJI P1, Mavic 3E
1 comparisonDJI RTK, Emlid NTRIP
1 comparisonDroneDeploy
1 comparisonFreefly
1 comparisonPhase One
1 comparisonPix4D
1 comparisonROCK Robotic
5 comparisonsDJI Zenmuse L3 vs ROCK Ultra
L3 offers seamless DJI integration with up to 16 returns for best vegetation penetration. L3 has higher point rate (2M vs 1M pts/sec). ROCK Ultra has longer range (1000m vs 950m) but only 7 returns....
ROCK R3 vs R3 Pro vs Ultra
The ROCK Ultra is the flagship choice for maximum range and accuracy. The R3 Pro V2 offers excellent value for standard survey work. The R3 V2 provides an accessible entry point to professional LiDAR....
DJI Zenmuse L3 vs ROCK R3 Pro V2: Integrated vs Modular LiDAR
L3 wins on specs (2M vs 1.28M pts/sec, 950m vs 320m range, 16 vs 5 returns). R3 Pro V2 wins on flexibility with 3-in-1 capability....
DJI Zenmuse L2 vs ROCK R3 V2: Mid-Range LiDAR Battle
L2 wins on specs: 1.2M vs 640K pts/sec, 450m vs 200m range. R3 V2 wins on platform flexibility....
ROCK R3 vs R3 Pro vs Ultra: Complete LiDAR Comparison
R3 for entry, R3 Pro for production, Ultra for maximum performance....
ROCK, Emlid
1 comparisonSkydio
9 comparisonsSkydio X10 vs DJI Matrice 4T
Choose Skydio X10 for autonomous capabilities and US manufacturing requirements. Choose DJI Matrice 4T for cost efficiency and proven reliability....
Skydio X10 vs DJI Matrice 400 RTK
For government and security-sensitive operations, Skydio X10 is essential for NDAA compliance. For commercial operations without restrictions, the DJI Matrice 400 RTK offers better value with 6 kg pay...
DJI Matrice 400 RTK vs Skydio X10: Traditional vs Autonomous Enterprise
M400 RTK for LiDAR surveying. X10 for autonomous, AI-driven operations....
DJI Matrice 4T vs Skydio X10: Compact Enterprise Thermal Comparison
M4T for manual precision ops. X10 for autonomous AI workflows....
DJI Dock 2 vs Skydio Dock: Automated Drone Dock Comparison
DJI Dock 2 for DJI ecosystem. Skydio Dock for US operations and AI autonomy....
Skydio X2E vs X2D vs X10: Autonomous Drone Comparison
X2E for entry autonomy, X2D for government, X10 for maximum capability....
DJI Enterprise vs Autel Enterprise vs Skydio: Drone Platform Comparison
DJI for capability, Autel for alternative, Skydio for autonomy and NDAA....
DJI M400 vs M4T vs Skydio X10 vs Autel Titan: Enterprise Drones
M400 for capability, M4T for compact, X10 for NDAA, Titan for alternative....
Skydio X10 vs X2: Autonomous Drone Generation Comparison
The X10 is the clear choice for demanding enterprise applications requiring extended flight time and payload flexibility. The X2 remains excellent for indoor and confined space work where its compact ...