This beginner fly drone by Ruko plummets to $220, and it has DJI-beating features

It’s no easy task to find an alternative to DJI‘s drones, but Ruko has given it a good go. And I’ve found a really interesting deal for one of its beginner drones – the Ruko F11GIM2 for $219.99 at Amazon (was $499.99).

I haven’t personally tested the Ruko F11GIM2, but we have reviewed the brand’s Bwine F7GB2 drone favorably, and our sister site, Digital Camera World, reviewed the Ruko F11 Pro 2. However, the Ruko F11GIM2’s features look majorly impressive: 4K 30fps video, 2-axis gimbal, level 6 wind resistance, and 32-minute battery life.

On paper, it could beat a drone like the DJI Mini 4K – my favorite beginner drone, which costs more for its standard bundle, let alone the Fly More Combo with extra batteries, as you get in this deal – although the reality could be very different.

The F11GIM2 is not the kind of drone that I would splash out $500 for, but $220? That’s another story. And with DJI’s US ban finally set for December 23, it could be an even better prospect.

There’s still time for DJI purchases, mind you, and for more deals from the leading drone maker, check out my Black Friday DJI deals roundup. For all other tech deals, be sure to check out TechRadar’s live Black Friday coverage.

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