<p>Flying drones can be an exciting and exhilarating experience that used to be reserved for experts only. Now, drones for kids are available with easy-to-use features designed for smaller hands—and at a way lower price point. Whether your child loves flying toys, photography, or adventures, drones make an excellent gift for any occasion. </p><p>You don’t need to be a drone expert to buy the best drone for your child. The <a href="https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/institute/about-the-institute/a19748212/good-housekeeping-institute-product-reviews/" target="_blank">Good Housekeeping Institute</a> is comprised of engineers in our Little Lab who evaluate toys and child products for safety and efficacy. Plus, children play with the toys in our Lab and at home to give their feedback because when it comes to toys, kids’ opinions are the main ones that matter. These picks are from brands that have performed well, new models to market with impressive new features, and drones with tons of rave online reviews. </p><p>Just an FYI: we recommend looking for the following features before purchasing:</p><ul><li><strong>Altitude hold</strong> keeps the drone at a stable height even when you let go of the controls. This makes it easier to fly and avoids crashes. </li><li><strong>Propeller guards</strong> prevent any finger injuries during takeoff or landing, keeping your child’s fingers safe. </li><li><strong>Cameras </strong>can capture awesome images from the flight with some models that sync to smartphones directly. </li></ul><p>Our picks for the the <strong>best drones for kids </strong>are below:</p>