Is an infrared drone the same as a thermal drone?

Yes, an infrared drone is another way of describing a thermal drone. Both terms refer to drones equipped with infrared sensors that detect temperature differences. These drones are used in low-visibility or night-time conditions to provide accurate thermal data for industries such as public safety, security, and environmental monitoring.

Learn more about thermal drones in our blog: Best Thermal Drones 2025.

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What are the best thermal drones for search and rescue?

The best thermal drones for search and rescue include: DJI Matrice 4T, Matrice 4TD, and Dock 3 used with Matrice 4TD.

What are the key design differences between the DJI Matrice 400 and DJI M350 RTK drones?

Check out this table outlining the key design specs of the M400 and M350.

Best drones with cameras?

The DJI Neo, Flip, Mavic 4 Pro, and Inspire 3 suit all levels—casual flying to cinema-grade shoots, with features from 4K to 8K video and pro cameras.