The Atom 2 is an impressively small drone. When folded, it's small enough to rest in the palm of your hand (2.3 by 3.5 by 5.6 inches HWD), and it weighs just shy of 8.8 ounces (249g), so it can be used in the US without FAA registration and faces fewer use restrictions in other regions. First-time drone pilots are required to pass an online knowledge test prior to taking to the skies, however. If you're new to drones, make sure to get up to speed on FAA regulations prior to your first flight.

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Each of the drone's four propellers sits on an arm that folds into the body for storage. You'll need to manually unfold the arms prior to taking off, but that's about as basic an operation you'll find with a piece of tech. Just remember to fold out the forward struts first and the aft ones second. The Atom 2 measures 2.3 by 8.3 by 6.0 inches unfolded.

The Atom 2's design inspiration is pretty clear: DJI was first to market with a 249g folding drone, and other drone makers have made cookie-cutter variations of the original DJI Mavic Mini ever since, up to and including the entry-level Mini 2 4K ($299.99).

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The Atom 2 and the Mini 2 4K are very close in form, concept, and price. The Atom 2 has a big advantage for professional pilots missing from the Mini 2 4K, however: Remote ID. This feature broadcasts the location of the operator and the drone so officials can track unmanned aircraft. Remote ID is a strict requirement for licensed drone pilots, but not for recreational fliers. Remote ID must be manually enabled on the Atom 2 to work; if you'd like to use it, make sure to pop into the settings menu of the Potensic Eve control app to enter your FAA registration number prior to flying. Of DJI's current small drones, only the Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro support Remote ID, and only if you use them with an extended life battery, sold separately.