Drones: Prosumer

Drones in this price range — with an honest verdict and the EU certificate each one needs.

• Autel EVO Lite+

  835 gNo class markA1/A3 certificate required

  The Autel EVO Lite+ weighs 835 g and carries no EU C-class mark — so in Latvia it may only fly in subcategory A3, the A1/A3 certificate is required and so is operator registration. Specs and an honest verdict on the DJI alternative.

• DJI Mavic 4 Pro

  1,063 gC2A1/A3 required; A2 certificate to fly closer to people

  The DJI Mavic 4 Pro weighs about 1063 g and carries a C2 class mark — you need the A1/A3 certificate, plus a separate A2 certificate to fly closer to people. Specs and an honest verdict.