Autel Robotics · Updated June 2026
Autel EVO Lite+: price, specs & release date
Autel EVO Lite+, released 2022-01. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: autelpilot.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Autel EVO Lite+ is listed at $1149 on autelpilot.com as of 2026-06-27, #14 cheapest of 18 camera drones (median $759); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 21/100 pay-blind standing, #19 of 19 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for 1-inch 20MP sensor delivers excellent image and video quality; Variable f/2.8-11 aperture, a rare edge over the DJI Air 2S.
- Skip if 8-bit video only, no 10-bit and no D-Log profile is a dealbreaker.
Is the Autel EVO Lite+ a good buy?
At $1149, the Autel EVO Lite+ is #14 cheapest of the 18 camera drones we track, where the median is $719. On the spec sheet, its weight of 820 g is above the median of the 17, its camera of 20 MP is below the median of the 18, and its flight min of 40 is above the median of the 19.
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Autel EVO Lite+
TechRadar is the only whitelisted hands-on review that survived verification; other candidate sources were dropped in earlier screening. TechRadar rates the Autel EVO Lite+ 'Best in Class', praising its 1-inch 20MP sensor, variable f/2.8-11 aperture and long flight time (40 min quoted; 30+ min observed to 20% battery), while flagging 8-bit-only video with no D-Log profile, the absence of side obstacle sensors, and a price above the DJI Air 2S with no EU 'C' label.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2024-03-12
Tested by TechRadar
Consistently praised
- 1-inch 20MP sensor delivers excellent image and video quality
- Variable f/2.8-11 aperture, a rare edge over the DJI Air 2S
- Long flight time (~40 min quoted; 30+ min observed to 20% battery)
- Solid, robust build quality
Commonly flagged
- 8-bit video only, no 10-bit and no D-Log profile
- No side obstacle-avoidance sensors, risky for orbital moves
- Costs more than the DJI Air 2S and lacks an EU 'C' label
Where reviewers disagree Single verifiable source, so no cross-source comparison is possible. TechRadar's own verdict is internally split: hardware rated best-in-class while the 8-bit codec and absent D-Log make it a poor pick for professional colorists.
The sources (1)
real-world flight time (to 20% battery): 30+ min
Overall, the image and video quality on the Lite+ is excellent, even if there is no Log mode or bit-rate adjustment available.
We were impressed by the quality of construction and the apparent robustness of the parts.
Professional drone cinematographers might not be pleased to discover that this camera is only 8-bit and not 10-bit.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1149 US current price on autelpilot.com for standard drone (sale; regular $1,549); launch MSRP was $1,549 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Autel Robotics |
| Released | 2022-01 |
| Weight (g) | 820 |
| Camera (MP) | 20 |
| Max video | 6K@30fps |
| Flight min | 40 |
| Range km | 12 |
| Obstacle sensing | 3-dir |
| Sub250g | No |
Source: autelpilot.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by space.com. autelpilot.com product page: weight 820 g takeoff, 1-inch CMOS 20 MP, 6K/30fps max video, 40 min flight, 12 km range, 3-direction obstacle sensing (forward/backward/downward binocular vision). Released January 2022. Current price $1,149 (sale) on autelpilot.com; launch MSRP was $1,549 per dpreview.com review.
Is the Autel EVO Lite+ worth it vs cheaper camera drones?
Autel EVO Lite+ against its closest cheaper and pricier camera drones on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Weight (g) | Camera (MP) | Max video | Flight min | Range km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autel EVO Lite+ this | $1149 | 820 | 20 | 6K@30fps | 40 | 12 |
| HOVERAir X1 Pro | $1121 | 193 | 48 | 4K@60fps | 16 | — |
| HOVERAir Aqua | $1299 | 249 | 12 | 4K@100fps | 23 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Autel EVO Lite+?
TechRadar is the only whitelisted hands-on review that survived verification; other candidate sources were dropped in earlier screening. TechRadar rates the Autel EVO Lite+ 'Best in Class', praising its 1-inch 20MP sensor, variable f/2.8-11 aperture and long flight time (40 min quoted; 30+ min observed to 20% battery), while flagging 8-bit-only video with no D-Log profile, the absence of side obstacle sensors, and a price above the DJI Air 2S with no EU 'C' label. Praised: 1-inch 20MP sensor delivers excellent image and video quality; Variable f/2.8-11 aperture, a rare edge over the DJI Air 2S; Long flight time (~40 min quoted; 30+ min observed to 20% battery); Solid, robust build quality. Flagged: 8-bit video only, no 10-bit and no D-Log profile; No side obstacle-avoidance sensors, risky for orbital moves; Costs more than the DJI Air 2S and lacks an EU 'C' label. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Autel EVO Lite+ cost?
The Autel EVO Lite+ has a US price of $1149 (US current price on autelpilot.com for standard drone (sale; regular $1,549); launch MSRP was $1,549), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Autel EVO Lite+ compare on price?
At $1149, the Autel EVO Lite+ is #14 cheapest of the 18 camera drones we track, where the median is $719.
When was the Autel EVO Lite+ released?
The Autel EVO Lite+ was released 2022-01.
What are the Autel EVO Lite+'s key specs?
Autel EVO Lite+ (Autel Robotics): weight g 820, camera mp 20, max video 6K@30fps, flight min 40, range km 12. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $1149 at autelpilot.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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