Potensic isn’t a name that usually headlines drone expos or gets front-page love in tech media, but that’s part of its charm. It’s the kind of brand you stumble onto while scrolling through mid-range drones and suddenly realize—wait, this thing checks a lot of boxes. Based in China, Potensic has been building a reputation in the budget-to-mid-tier space by focusing on functional design, accessible pricing, and solid user experience. While many of its earlier offerings skewed toward beginner drones with lightweight specs, the company’s more recent push into serious consumer hardware shows it’s ready to challenge the segment dominated by names with bigger marketing budgets.
The ATOM 2 is Potensic’s sleeper hit, especially for budget-conscious creators who still care about camera quality and flight precision. At just 249 grams, it skims under the FAA’s registration limit in the U.S. but still packs a 4K camera with a 3-axis gimbal—features that used to be reserved for drones costing twice as much. It offers 31 minutes of flight time per battery, a respectable 10 km transmission range, and advanced subject tracking powered by Potensic’s algorithm. Video maxes out at 4K/30fps (and photos at 8K) with surprisingly crisp color reproduction and decent low-light handling for its size. What makes the ATOM 2 even more impressive is its foldable design and sub-$400 price tag, which positions it as one of the most capable ultralight drones in its class. It’s the kind of gear that punches above its weight, especially for solo travelers, new pilots, or anyone who wants stabilized aerial footage without clearing out their savings account.
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