Autel EVO Lite+
Announced January 1, 2022
PixelMeter The PixelMeter is our 1–100 aggregate of reviewer scores from trusted publications and creators. Weighted by source tier — not a raw average, and not PetaPixel’s own review.
Reviewer Consensus
Strong
The Autel EVO Lite+ is a capable mid-sized drone that provides high-resolution 6K imagery and a versatile variable aperture for creative exposure control. While it stands out for its impressive 40-minute flight time and wind-resistant design, it lacks some of the refined software features and polished integration found in competing models.
Weighted from 19 reviewer scores
Pros
- High-quality camera with 1-inch sensor and variable aperture
- Detailed 5.4K and 6K video capabilities
- Reliable obstacle avoidance and signal transmission
- Long 40-minute flight time
- Strong wind resistance and stable flight performance
Cons
- Disorganized app experience and limited autonomous features
- Controller design issues such as lack of screen and storage for sticks
- Software limitations including lack of Log profiles in manual mode
- High price point compared to similar drones
- Physical bulk and propeller interference in certain modes
- Launch price $1,349 (USD)
- Max flight time 40min
- Weight 835g
- Battery capacity 6175 mAh
- Dimensions 210.0 x 85.0 x 104.0 mm (8.27 x 3.35 x 4.09 in)
What the Reviewers Say
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- PetaPixel 7.5/10
The Autel EVO Lite+ is a safe, competent flyer with good image quality and impressive sharpness from the center to the corners.
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As it stands, the Lite+ has the potential to be a decent option for someone who wants high-quality imagery and may not be a fan of DJI.
- WIRED 7/10
[T]he Autel Evo Lite+ is the first drone I've tested that holds its own against DJI's very impressive offerings.
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The Autel Robotics Evo Lite Plus is a compelling drone. We are happy to say that it is a viable alternative to the DJI Mavic series, if you were looking to try something else.
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This is a top-end flying camera priced to appeal to prosumers and up.
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The Autel Robotics Evo Lite+ folding drone has strong battery life, obstacle detection, and support for 6K recording, though some rivals offer a more polished experience for less money.
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With a significantly longer flight time than its DJI rivals and a camera with an adjustable aperture, this is an enticing option for those who find the Mavic 3 too expensive to consider.
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The Autel Evo Lite+’s robust build quality and ease of use, combined with excellent hi-res photo and video capture, make it one of the best mid-sized foldable drones you can but if the $1,100+ price doesn’t scare you off.
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The Autel EVO Lite+ offers excellent value for money alongside all of the features most people will ever need.
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We're impressed with the Evo Lite+ and think Autel has presented the most compelling alternative to DJI to date.
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The Autel Evo Lite+ is the drone to choose if you want to shoot high-end 6K videos, fly for up to 40 minutes at a time and capture amazing cityscape images after dark. No question, this is one of the very best prosumer drones in its price category right now.
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The Autel Evo Lite+ is an excellent competitor to the likes of the DJI Air 2S. It's fun to use, offers an excellent camera, and can get super fast.
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The Evo Lite+ is a great drone, whether you are new to flying, a seasoned hobbyist, or an image professional.
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All in all, I've been really pleased with it, pretty happy with its flight performance and the quality of video it captures.
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Autel’s tech is solid and reliable, and it fills a sweet spot of quality camera specs with a sub $2,000 price tag.
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[T]his thing takes amazing pictures and video.
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So I think they've really spent a lot of time building the features I care about into a mid-sized drone at a reasonable reasonable price point, somewhere between the commercial drones and the small drones, but everything you need is in this drone.
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[F]or now though, I just like using this drone for fun and the footage that I'm getting straight out of the SD card is Good enough for me for YouTube.
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So if you are looking for a quality camera in a compact, foldable, midsize, not too heavy, not too light drone, wow, wow, wow, I highly, highly recommend this drone.
