Autel Robotics is a drone and robotics company founded in 2014, headquartered in Bothell, Washington, with R&D operations in Shenzhen, China. The company has emerged as a leading competitor to DJI in the consumer and enterprise drone market, offering the EVO series of foldable camera drones, the Dragonfish VTOL drone for commercial mapping and inspection, and the EVO Max series for enterprise applications. Autel drones have gained significant market share, particularly in the United States where concerns about DJI's data practices have driven demand for alternatives.
The Autel Robotics online store sells the complete drone lineup along with accessories, batteries, propellers, and the Autel SkyLink remote controller. Autel drones feature competitive camera specifications with up to 8K video, advanced obstacle avoidance, and robust flight performance. The company offers the Autel Care warranty and replacement program, and has been gaining traction among both recreational pilots and commercial drone operators.