DJI’s Avata 360 is a more functional, flexible 360 drone

Key Points:

• DJI’s Avata 360 is the company’s entry into the 360-degree drone market but arrives after Antigravity’s A1, which launched first in December and remains the only 360 drone officially available in the US due to FCC restrictions on DJI products.
• The Avata 360 offers superior speed, range, and versatility compared to the A1, including dual-use as a 360 drone or traditional FPV model, multiple control options, and user-replaceable lenses, making it appealing outside the US.
• Pricing for the Avata 360 starts at around $540 for the drone alone, significantly less than Antigravity’s $1,599 bundle, though comparable bundles with DJI goggles and controllers raise the cost closer to Antigravity’s.
• Despite FCC clearance, DJI will not officially sell the Avata 360 in the US, limiting legal access to importers, while internationally it is available now in China and expected to ship elsewhere starting in April.
• The Avata 360’s app and user experience have some drawbacks, particularly on Android, but overall its combination of features, flight performance, and repairability likely make it the preferred 360 drone outside the US.