The best drones for kids in 2024

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. As a former elementary school teacher, I'm on board with any plaything that not only entertains but also increases skills, such as hand-eye coordination, or imparts knowledge on a potentially difficult subject like, say, physics. Our picks include a well-rounded quadcopter with a camera that's capable of tricks (our best overall, the DEERC D20 Mini Drone for Kids) all the way to a tiny but fun cameraless beginner's copter to get the little ones up to speed with flying at speed at a price. Here, then, are our picks for the best drones for kids of all ages … and a few adults, too. When choosing these drones, we considered various factors.