G11MINI Drones with Camera for Adults 4k, 60mins Flight Drone, 4k/25fps or 2.7k/50fps Video, Under 250g, GPS Auto Return, Drone with Camera 4k for Beginner，5GHz Transmission, Brushless Motor

Very capable drone for all levels of experience
In addition to having almost every feature one would want in a recreational drone the Gleesfun G11MINI achieves it while remaining under 250 grams. This is a real benefit for the hobbyist drone flyer as you don’t need to go through the cumbersome process of getting and maintaining FAA registration. You also don’t need to get FAA approval before each flight.This drone has many advanced features including GPS follow, the ability to do circles around a point to capture it from all angles, the ability to follow a predetermined course, and a few others. What I think is the most useful feature is the automatic Return To Home (RTH). This can be a lifesaver if you lose connectivity with the drone. It will automatically return to where it launched from and land. This has saved be from losing it several times. It will also automatically return if you aren’t paying attention and the battery level gets too low.I read through the instruction manual a couple times and was then easily able to fly it. As I gained experience and got more comfortable I began experimenting with all of its features. The photos and videos from it are really good and being able to automatically circle around something while keeping the camera pointed at it can create some really nice videos. Same with flying a course. I had it head out over the water and then circle around and follow the coastline. It resulted in a beautiful, professional looking video.It is supposed to have about a 1,600 foot range, but I could only get it to go about 1,000 feet before losing connection and automatically returning. This could have been the result of local interference or something else. I don’t really see that as a problem since by law you are supposed to maintain eye contact at all times while flying and when even just 1,000 feet away it is just a tiny speck if it’s visible at all.It doesn’t handle strong wind as well as a larger heavier, drone, but that’s to be expected and is the trade off for not requiring FAA registration. It can still be flown when it is not calm, but the videos will not be as smooth.I got the full 30 minutes out of each battery and maybe a little bit more. They charge via a USB-C cable, but oddly the controller uses a micro-USB cable to charge.It is intended for adults, but as a testament to how easy it is to control my 4 year old daughter has no trouble flying it around the backyard and avoiding trees. Although she does have experience flying a toy drone around inside the house. It does come with a set of replacement rotor blades. Thankfully I haven’t needed them yet, but they are nice to have.All in all this is a great, full featured, easy to fly drone that allows you to have fun without FAA hassles.

Compact, Lightweight, and Stable
The G11MINI is what I would consider a medium sized drone. I am happy with the video connection to my phone during flight. The batteries provide plenty of use and have held charge reliably. I like how the camera is more protected from impact on this model.The return to home feature works well, and it has had a smooth landing each time. I haven’t tried the planned route, fly around, or GPS follow features yet.When I opened the app it was easy to understand. There were simple instructions to calibrate GPS and the basic controls. I had no issues connecting my phone to the drone wifi for video connection. After the first test flight I turned off beginners mode. The controls were responsive even at max distance.The controller has 2 spots to rest your phone in during flight. I could use them correctly if I removed my phone case, but instead I rest my phone in the top spot. That is easier.It has been below freezing for every flight I’ve taken so far. The G11MINI doesn’t seem to mind. I keep the batteries warm inside my house or car till I’m ready to fly. The flights were not sluggish and batteries didn’t seem to have issues.The manual says the drone could resist level 4 winds. I have only been out during calm still mornings, and will avoid windy days as much as possible. With the drone weighing less than 250g I worry that commonly windy weather (5 to 10 MPH) could cause problems.I think the price is reasonable for the drone. It delivers the quality and support I would like. The packaging is professional. The manuals, videos, and instructions are put together well. I will let a few friends who have been interested in drones test fly this one.