Skydio 2+ Review: The Best Drone Got Even Better!

[@harkerhien]

Heads up that for case landing you need to press on the yellow circle when it appears or sometimes the Skydio will just miss completely and hit the ground if you don’t click on it.

[@patrickjeromeobaldo2450]

Just the keyframe feature is what sets this apart from the other camera drones. You can take all the time you need framing each keyframe, and let the AI do the flying for you afterwards.

[@CheeseOnEverything]

As someone who does a lot of outdoor and RC's, this drone would be interesting to see if it can keep up with all the action shots.

[@AuthenTech]

Strap the beacon to an RC and have it chase, that'd be fun :)

[@Best360]

Wow! Keyframes on a drone! That's super cool!

[@BlownMacTruck]

This existed a few years ago. It’s great on the Skydio but they’re hardly the first.

[@IchimokuCloud]

The beacon loses a lot of performance when putting in a pocket. Best to keep it exposed.

[@The-Opium-Den]

Apart from the Keyframe feature and the extended range this drone isn't as big of an improvement over the Skydio 2 as I would've liked. I sincerely hope the Skydio 3 comes with overall better range, superior obstacle avoidance, and a nice controller to boot. Sure, it'll raise the price but I doubt it'll come close to being as expensive as a top of the line Mavic 3 Cine. Thanks for the review though and I've noticed you're using a different quote from the Bible this time.

[@AmotorB]

This drone is super cool! I'll have to look into one in the future. Especially since I suck at flying drones. Also that maneuver at 6:05 was pretty funny XD. That thing just launched lol

[@adilrmvlogs]

Really Awesome and your editing was so awesome

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks much

[@SpaceWithSam]

Another great vid and happy new year to you.

[@AuthenTech]

Happy New Year!

[@bnl346]

I love the review. Pretty cool WPSN hoodie towards the end👍

[@quindecim1475]

Can't wait to learn this.

[@bmorebones]

In the summer time Skydio will shine, showing more colorful video and Images.

[@whatsthematter8767]

I love the mini 3 and the skydio 2+, but imagine if DJI and Skydio collaborated to make a drone using the superb design concepts and UI of DJI, and with the advanced AI of Skydio. I would love that.

[@scottmcauley5781]

I want to get a drone, I've heard so much on the Dji's and the ability to get a really decent price on really good drones ! How would you compare the skydio 2 for price and ability to fly being new?

[@gumpycognac4505]

not happening. dod is backing skidoo. they're aiming to put dji communist drones out of business :3

[@whatsthematter8767]

@@gumpycognac4505 First of all, please specify who/what dod is, second, check your spelling of "Skydio" (remember the capital, it's a name), and third, why are you calling a drone a communist? Can drones suddenly have political opinions? I get that DJI was founded in China, but they've moved facilities to the US, so they're not affected by China's laws, also, can you tell me where the device you typed your reply on came from? :3

[@gumpycognac4505]

@@whatsthematter8767 department of defense. All Chinese companies contribute a huge amount to the ruling party in China, formally know as the “Chinese communist party”…nice autobiography🥴. Read like 1 sentence.

[@gumpycognac4505]

@@whatsthematter8767 Cool rebuttal.Pointing out grammatical or punctuation mistakes really bolsters what you said , I guess.

[@pantelislolos9455]

Not a big fan of the rabbit ear antennas sticking up from a drone...it seems dji & autel can go further with invisible antennas. Has Skydio gave an explanation yet for using rabbit ears instead of internal antennas? Its a positive step in right direction. I would like to see a new and improved controller with a display for the basic functions. Another future would be the use of 360deg video and photo capability for the one time price of 360 deg camera $300-400 range. Also unlock the night time flying restriction.

[@EastTactics]

If I protected the tracker with some high-level shock absorption/protection and we’re to put this in my high end RC basher. Would it Track it?

[@f.i.b3027]

Maybe but it would have a lot of trouble because it mainly uses imaging to track.

[@QuebecoisSti]

I was having same idea, tracking a RC boat/heli or airplace could be pretty nice too

[@ironman98]

From my understanding of the technology yes. Yes it could. However you would have to drive a little bit differently. You would have to drive less erratically than normal. That way the drone can keep up with the small object better since it uses the camera as it's primary source for tracking objects, the beacon is only a backup. The beacon however does improve overall accuracy, but if you are driving or racing a car around a track or even just generally in front of you, it will use the camera. If you're flying a RC plane it's a bit different, the plane won't be nearly as erratic as the RC car, and since you're flying in 3D space, the drone could track it much easier.

[@Skydio]

We're stoked you're a true Skydio fan! Can't wait to see how you continue to use KeyFrame in your productions!

[@kristofsportingdogs3549]

You better invested into selling your drone across the world. I’ve asked more then 2 years ago when your drone would be available in Europe. Back then you said very soon…. But it seems it is not that soon at all 🤷‍♂️😅

[@oldskoolj23]

Can we get a thermal version of this drone?

[@SkyCandyVisuals]

@@oldskoolj23 that would be sick but would definitely increase the price of the drone dramatically

[@enmiredbythelazy4401]

@@SkyCandyVisuals The modules themselves really aren't all that expensive.

[@GaoFengQi]

@@kristofsportingdogs3549 这无人机又贵又差，遥控器还是parrot代工，而parrot的遥控器又没有什么优点，这种避障显然是多此一举，只会消耗功率，导致续航更差，所以还是现今还是大疆最好，skydio的衰落只是时间问题

[@_alekss]

This drone looks so cool

[@frfr8130]

You sold me on it, looking for something I can use out of the box, used to make oktocopters from 2008 on, need something for my agricultural work. Thank you for your time and a optimal review.

[@mowermicah7880]

Love the WPS hoodie 😎👍

[@MR-AK]

DOes the 2plus have a 1 inch sensor? BEcause that makes a huge difference bringing in more light in the camera.

[@dougcooper4917]

Excellent Review Of The New Skydio 2+ Ben. Amazing Drone! Thank You!

[@AuthenTech]

Many thanks!

[@OLCtv]

Yal got all the toys...after I'm done adulting, I will get this drone

[@jefferycopelin310]

Love the warrior poet shirt

[@10fantic]

Pretty cool, still haven’t been impressed with the controller and main camera, will wait for the skydio 3.

[@ajalvarez1387]

Would be nice if Skydio made a mini in 6k!🤪

[@ChristianHampshire]

I know the audio will come through your smartphone while connected to the drone, but if your phone is connected to headphones like AirPods will or can the sound come through the airpod mics? Just curious if this could be a good option while trail running or biking.

[@QuebecoisSti]

Whats the scooter in front of garage ? Seems pretty nice

[@kashima3626]

Signal is weak after 500f? They advertised it goes 6km...( which is 3.7 miles) something doesn't add up with this drone

[@WillEDC]

The cool thing I feel is the waypoint can be used indoor without gps. BUT need 1m clearance.

[@mallisaschmanke6684]

Love the intro!

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks!

[@kuyajayyoutubechannel6327]

What brand of SD card did u use in all ur drones and go pr0 for the best videos capture.

[@recursoseninternet]

excellent video. I'm still looking for videos with footage inside buildings or houses maybe using waypoints or similar

[@masterbaitfishing4947]

Soooooo why did you hard cut the ending of the auto key frame flight when it was coming around to the front of the house?

[@TopSecretVid]

I wish it would record/learn a flight path so when you return to the same area the drone flies smoother.

[@cimota72]

The Augemented Landing using a fiducial marker is cool. I wonder if that would work on a moving platform - such as a boat?

[@dwrldgster3151]

Im a DJi i fan i dont think this one would take that place

[@zairemorpheus]

Once skydio gets a pro controller with a screen DJI is in trouble

[@barrygarfield2203]

Their next improvement besides a bigger sensor would be their own controller !!

[@AuthenTech]

With a built-in screen too :) 👌

[@markoconnell804]

Use an android so you can monitor other WiFi squashing signals also you might see the Skydio switching frequencies to circumvent the WiFi squash.

[@413RC]

I knew i saw that skydio blue on your desk!

[@AuthenTech]

😉

[@nyrubin]

The shots look so professional 🤣 it's a cool drone no doubt about it. But the price is a bit steep. (Shots were cool for b roll but didn't look all that professional to me) Also they charge like 500 none for just the remote you can buy a mini for 400 usd

[@davidmad5076]

Dji mavic 3 or Skydio 2+ and why?

[@DangerousDaveKincaid]

Great review. Love my Skydio 2, I have prety much everything, but do you think it would be worth upgrading to the new Shydio 2+??

[@ironcladpatriot5829]

I just bought the skydio 2 weeks ago and now they come out with this...

[@DangerousDaveKincaid]

@@ironcladpatriot5829 just the luck of things.. but I think the scardio 2 and the scottio 2 plus are almost the same drone like they're saying in the videos so I think you'll be fine

[@IchimokuCloud]

@@ironcladpatriot5829 There was a reason they were heavily discounting. Inventory clearance.

[@thedoeweb]

I own the Skydio 2 and cannot justify selling it off and getting the Plus. Other than extended range which would rarely use, the tracking is what I bought the Skydio 2 for and I don't see any improvements based on the video. It still has its limits but is better than others out there. When Skydio creates a drone that can truly avoid even the smallest branches is when I will upgrade. I use it for ATV trail riding mostly and it's had its moments of getting lost/stuck in some trees.

[@AuthenTech]

KeyFrame and new batteries work with older model I think!

[@Spyder_Stevens]

Since Skyrim is no longer available to the general public, what is the next similar drone with similar features that you would recommend?

[@UltraDad]

Hey Ben, Happy New Year. Any idea where I could get an original skydio 2 at discounted pricing? I'm a DJI Air 2 pilot and Skydio has always been interesting. My channel is about Ultra Running so the tracking features would be amazing!

[@AuthenTech]

Auto Tracking you while running would be perfect. Sorry I'm not sure about buying an older gen1 Skydio2. I did notice the 2+ is priced the same as previous model which is pretty cool.

[@IchimokuCloud]

Skydio is by far the best auto tracking drone. I use for ultra running but to be honest the weight of the drone, case, batteries, and beacon is a bit heavy. For this reason I purchased a DJI mini 2 as well.

[@UltraDad]

@@IchimokuCloud The mini looks like a perfect running drone. I love my Air 2 because of the quality images I get. I also live in a heavily forested area which makes it tough on the tracking drones.

[@kritikusi-666]

how does one use this for tracking when on a zipline? I tried using the Mavic 3 and it fails every time. I am guessing the beacon? Like with Mavic you have to select the object to track. Does this apply with the beacon also? Very curious to know before I make the switch.

[@boomerraised8259]

Would it be pixelated in editing

[@cathrynm]

Ordered one a few days back, we'll see how it goes. My house is surrounded by power lines, so not sure if I want to use it at home.

[@AuthenTech]

Be careful with those power lines ;)

[@cathrynm]

​@@AuthenTech I know to fear powerlines from ham radio. They are serious.

[@WiljanWiljan]

Great test! so what about a waypoint session........how does it work with the Skydio 2+?

[@AuthenTech]

KeyFrame test? Here you go: 1:22

[@WiljanWiljan]

@@AuthenTech understand the keyframes....but this is not the same as setting up a waypoint session

[@malanalan1]

Did you consider selling used cars?

[@caregazo2100]

What is the price?

[@EyeCanShootFL]

As usual one of the best reviews on here. Can I maybe ask for a favor, idea for the next video? One thing Skydio failed to ever listen to from customers is the w in transitions. When you would change orientation while flying it would make abrupt movements vs being smooth movements. I was hoping to see this corrected while watching your videos but you sped them all up lol. Would you do a video on production firmware and if you own the 2 abs the 2 plus - show the difference? Maybe also bring it up w skydio? 😂 One thing that kept me from getting one is that. I posted on their site, posted all over just trying to get a response and ever received one. Thanks again!

[@onnie1968]

Thanx Ben looks great :)

[@scottmcauley5781]

How is this platform to someone new at drones?

[@xbpbat21x]

Any word about a skydio 3?

[@akshitpandey9860]

Can you make a vlog using this drone

[@leonfisher]

Another great review.

[@ninomendoza627]

This is sweet

[@gustavozaratini]

why you didn't loose sign when you were flying behind the house?

[@AuthenTech]

Lose signal? It was solid around the house

[@TouchwoodTV]

Looks good range is little disappointing but I bought it for close up stuff anyway. I had a Skydio 2 they swapped it out for a 2+ but they are pretty slow at shipping these things out.

[@TheFPVmechanic]

Amazing videos as always, well done

[@cheekys.o.b804]

I'm selling my skydio now. No trade in for existing customers is so rude. this drone isn't very reliable to begin with as skydio lied about every stat of the drone. Range is terrible amd connectivity is a joke

[@beanodean4148]

Which model of skydio??

[@cheekys.o.b804]

@@beanodean4148 s2. Flew mine twice today and it disconnected and wouldn't reconnect so I had to chase it down 1/8 of a mile on my eboard and wait until the battery drained 🙃. Next flight it lost connection to the beacon and flew away again and I chased it approx 1/8 of a mile where it thankfully reconnected . Love the tech behind this drone but all s2 customers got screwed and s2+ customers got the complete version . None of these paid youtubers will tell you the truth about this drone so maybe I will make a video

[@matth04048]

The Range on the Skydio is laughable. I think Skydio wants to offer one drone that does everything, unlike DJI who has numerous drone types such as the Mavic, air, mini, and so forth. The only problem with Skydios plan is that most people are not going to jump into the drone market paying thousands. DJI understood this, thus, the mini(399), spark(499)Air(699), Air 2(899), Mavic(1299), and so forth.

[@Kimamot]

Amazing video

[@AuthenTech]

Thanks for the visit!

[@DarkStoneCastle]

Oh well, screw it. I just bought one. With the cinema kit no less.

[@DrBrown847]

I had high hopes for this video. The thumbnail is a little sus, but I'm not one to pick nits..! I'm like ok, I want a man's honest opinion and review of this drone prior to whipping out the ol' black card and purchasing a dozen... you know, incidental expenditures, right? I am not a fan of rough, masculine voices trying to give me advice either... Reminds me of my butthole father. Like thanks for the houses, the cars and the 8 figure inheritance dad🥱 is a hug too much to ask for?! Anyways, your voice is so soft and high-pitched! Then your fluttery intonation just tickles the ear hole😊... It's just a pleasantly feminine voice, but speaking with the knowledge and experience you can only get from a man... I was all in... Until you seemingly mispronounced "antenna". I gave the benefit of the doubt and put that to the side. Then, like an ice pick to the ear hole, you did it again..! How can I be expected to lend credibility to a man who, judging by your crow's feet and jowls, I'll be generous and guess 43 or 44 years of age has not learned that it's "aNtenna"..? Not "atenna"... You really let me down, Mister... Micro-aggressions such as this are not ok, sir, and being a senior citizen is no excuse! Good day!

[@akshitpandey9860]

Great video

[@AuthenTech]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dantickle5562]

Do you need the controller to do the key frame?

[@AuthenTech]

Great question, I'm almost positive you can still do KeyFrame mode with just your phone. Not sure with beacon, I'll have to look into this

[@Ix.949]

How mach is it ❤️❤️

[@SkyCandyVisuals]

I want one so bad since the first skydio🤤 but I'm addicted to fpv and spend so much money on other gear. Like dji goggles and carbon frame/parts

[@AuthenTech]

FPV is fun too :)

[@vladislit7293]

This is cool

[@jadestewart3519]

How can it go 6 kilo if the batteries Finnish in 25 min

[@AdilErt]

waiting for autel evo nano review

[@MrBlueCreeper]

have you seen the brand new Roborock?

[@AuthenTech]

Just saw it - looks awesome! Hopefully I can get one to review

[@MrBlueCreeper]

@@AuthenTech Yes! I'm excited for your review and all the other reviewers reviews.

[@mharvzdronethusiast677]

what i like is the active tracking and way point.,but i still prepared DJI

[@fernandomonramos1129]

Do a dji track

[@kellylopez2925]

Those Dirt bike shots almost look like FPV!

[@AuthenTech]

They do! :)

[@dom7019]

Smart to use your friends house. People are crazy

[@AuthenTech]

Lol, true true

[@holidayvillamarketing4887]

Wish we could use this drone in Europe :-(

[@jadestewart3519]

But the Mavic 3 got its own screen but still not water proof hit the water and it's fryed

[@dennispittsley9718]

You think for the price you would get a controller with a screen

[@gsf1200s]

Never seen a real one, but see DJI every day...

[@mandofan2616]

Nope, its not there yet, will wait for mark 3

[@Rafaelinux]

7:00 disable autoexposure, it's almost seizure-inducing

[@AuthenTech]

That's the janky iPhone 11 Pro

[@citizensteve6713]

THINGS LOUDER THAN MY TODLER

[@monikgagnon]

really good job,, I am selling my mavic air 2 for maybe the skydio.. very interresting, thanks

[@guerovillalbaso4076]

Good stuff the ccp is spying on you

[@dirtydessertgaming9184]

What electric bike is that?

[@AuthenTech]

Segway X260, it's amazing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoXLgKqgiZqJkJY

[@dirtydessertgaming9184]

@@AuthenTech Thanks I actually watched the video right after asking the question. I wanted to order it but it's not available in my country. Thanks though. Great video

[@jasmijnariel]

I hope drones will be silent one day. Now you disturb nature and people with loud drones

[@keytiger7]

Skydio 2 camera sucks no log, all the videos look the same, and I can tell it out of any drone. even the hubsans zino pro camera looks better. lol even the fimi. 2021 or 2022, camera is better.

[@AstroNootFPV]

"Word leader in autonomous drone technology." More like "US leader" considering it's only sold there.

[@emmanuel4135]

Pas disponible en Europe , malheureusement

[@A_Son_Of_Yahuah]

Does this Drone have to be registered with the FAA like DJI drones❓

[@seattleitefpv]

All drones do

[@A_Son_Of_Yahuah]

@@seattleitefpv My friends Autel EVO II will fly anywhere without registering it, but his DJI drones won't do that.

[@seattleitefpv]

@@A_Son_Of_Yahuah you are responsible for registering with the FAA as a drone pilot, and placing your FAA number on each flying contraption… irrespective of whether the drone itself can or cannot fly without such a number. And soon enough we will all need to install gps trackers in each aircraft. That is, if the FAA prevails in the ongoing lawsuit brought by RDQ last year.

[@A_Son_Of_Yahuah]

@@seattleitefpv Thanks for the info 👍🏽

[@Buckarooskiczek]

@@A_Son_Of_Yahuah FAA regulations state that if your drone weighs more than .55 pounds, you MUST register your drone. The specs say this drone (Skydio 2+) weighs 800 grams which is 1.76lbs. DJI makes mini drones that weigh less than .55 but the Skydio is the best tracker by far.

[@Goalier95]

that drone sounds hella loud. Cool vid though.

[@MrAnanoymous]

too close for comfort with those power lines hahah

[@dennysmith2291]

cool drone but dji is still king 🤴

[@AuthenTech]

King of restrictions lol ;) I can't tell you how many times I went to a park to fly (outside of NFZ), but couldn't take off due to "updates needed" 🤦‍♂️

[@kyb2027]

@@AuthenTech chill bro don't be too salty.😂

[@nafizhaq4554]

Still no way near Mavic in terms of portability !

[@bertjilk3456]

Better yet, it's not owned or produced by an authoritarian state 🙂

[@Singh.7777]

skydio drones batter then DJI drones

[@westykevs9081]

Quality of footage is not that impressive.

[@user-jt5vm3mi1w]

I want something cool