DroneDeploy
DroneDeploy is a unified reality capture platform that provides comprehensive understanding of quality, safety, and progress across all types of sites.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Automated reality capture for site insights and progress tracking
Who should look elsewhere
Requires specialized hardware (drones, 360 cameras, ground robots) for full functionality.
Pros
- +Provides a comprehensive, unified view of sites by combining aerial and ground data.
- +Enhances accuracy and efficiency through automated data capture and AI-powered insights.
- +Reduces rework and disputes by offering detailed documentation and progress tracking.
- +Supports a wide range of drones and capture methods, including advanced robotics.
- +Offers robust reporting and collaboration tools for project stakeholders.
Cons
- −Requires specialized hardware (drones, 360 cameras, ground robots) for full functionality.
- −Learning curve may exist for new users unfamiliar with drone operations or reality capture workflows.
- −Pricing details are not publicly available, requiring a demo or direct inquiry.
Key features
- ✓Automated drone flight planning and data capture (Flight app)
- ✓Support for leading commercial drones (DJI, Anzu, Skydio, Wingtra)
- ✓Survey-grade mapping with RTK, PPK, and GCPs for sub-inch accuracy
- ✓360-degree photo capture and organization with 360 cameras and mobile app
- ✓Automated organization of photos onto drawings by location and date
- ✓AI-powered processing for high-resolution maps, panos, videos, and 3D models
- ✓Comparison tools for progress tracking against designs and over time
- ✓Automated quantity calculations (volume, slope, elevation, distance)
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight & Analysis Plan | $4188 | month | Single admin user license; Upload up to 3,000 images per map; Access to email and live chat support |
| Ag Lite Plan | $1908 | month | Single pilot license; Upload up to 1,000 images per map; Stand Count analysis (Corn V2/V3 and Soybeans) |
| Advanced Flight & Analysis Plan | — | month | 10k image upload per map; Cut / Fill vs. Design Surface; Vertical Facade Inspection |
| DroneDeploy Unified Plan | — | month | Document your sites from every angle with drones, robots, 360 cameras, fixed cameras and smartphones all in one AI-powered platform. |
| DroneDeploy Aerial Pro | — | month | Optimize processing time and accuracy for complex sites; Automate GCP tagging and save hours per map; Know when there’s a problem with in-app accuracy alerts and expert map review |
| DroneDeploy Aerial | — | month | Automate aerial capture, including docked drones with Flight app; Document your site with hi-res orthos, 3D models, panos and videos; Overlay designs, validate installs and tag issues on-site |
| DroneDeploy Ground Pro Beta | — | month | Move from 2D to 3D documentation, capture on everyday devices and share instantly.; Capture mobile 3D scans on iPhone/iPad with LiDAR and RTK; Measure from 360 Walks with interactive 3D model views |
| DroneDeploy Ground | — | month | 360 Walks for progress tracking and dispute protection; BIM and drawing overlays to catch layout issues early; Seamless sync with Procore, Autodesk and fixed camera feeds |