Autel X-Star Premium · Base Review
2017
Specdex verdict The Autel X-Star Premium · Base scores 70/100 — entry-level capability with notable compromises; good for casual use but not the pick if you have flexibility on budget.
Autel's Autel X-Star Premium drone.
Autel X-Star Premium · Base versus its closest rivals
- +Professional or purpose-specific
- +Modular payloads (enterprise)
- +Cinematic capture (cine models)
- −Expensive
- −Regulatory complexity for commercial use
- −Limited flight time on pro rigs
Who's the Autel X-Star Premium · Base for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.
Mid-tier pricing at $699 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the Autel X-Star Premium · Base.
- Aircraft
- Controller
- 1-3× batteries
- Propellers (4 + spares)
- USB-C charging cable
- Carrying case (combo)
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
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Specifications
Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2017 |
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