Buy and sell used drones in Canada

The classifieds marketplace for used, refurbished and broken drones. Browse camera, FPV, mapping, thermal and agricultural drones from private sellers and dealers across the US and Canada.

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How DroneTrader works

From your first camera drone to specialist equipment, find what fits your flying and give the gear you no longer use a new home.

Buying

Find your next drone

  1. Search by brand, model or category

    Filter camera, FPV, mapping, thermal and ag drones near you.

  2. Message the seller

    Ask about flight hours, batteries, serial number and what's included.

  3. Inspect, test fly, then buy

    Meet safely, test fly where permitted, and arrange payment and delivery directly with the seller.

Selling

Give your drone a new home

  1. Add photos and an honest description

    Clear photos and known issues help buyers say yes faster.

  2. Set your price, your first ad is free

    Broken or damaged gear is welcome, just describe it clearly.

  3. We review it, you get messages

    Every ad is reviewed before it goes live, usually within 24 hours.

Buy with your eyes open

A few checks before takeoff

DroneTrader connects buyers and sellers. Equipment payment and delivery are arranged directly, without DroneTrader escrow or buyer protection.

Read our used-drone safety guide
  • Check the serial number, condition, batteries and flight history.
  • Confirm the seller can unlink the drone from their account.
  • Meet safely, inspect the equipment and test fly where permitted.
  • Question urgent deposits and payment methods with no recourse.

Flying in Canada? Drones weighing 250 g or more generally require registration and a pilot certificate. Requirements depend on the drone and operation. Check the current Transport Canada drone rules before you fly.

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Your DroneTrader questions, answered

Is DroneTrader free?

Browsing and saving favourites are free. A free account can have one active ad and send up to two messages per day. A paid membership lets you post more ads and message without a daily limit.

What does a membership cost?

Monthly membership is $9 CAD and renews automatically until cancelled. A 12-month membership is $19 CAD, paid once without automatic renewal, and includes one Featured credit. A separate Featured credit costs $20 CAD.

How do I avoid scams when buying a used drone?

Speak with the seller, inspect the equipment and check its serial number, flight history and account binding. Test fly where safe and legal. Be wary of urgent deposit requests and use a payment method whose protection terms you understand.

Does DroneTrader handle payment for the drone?

No. Buyers and sellers arrange equipment payment and delivery directly. DroneTrader does not provide escrow or buyer protection. Membership and listing-promotion fees are separate DroneTrader services.

Can I sell a broken or damaged drone?

Yes. Describe its condition clearly, explain known damage or missing parts, and include current photos. Buyers should know exactly what is included before agreeing to a sale.

How long does ad review take?

Every ad is reviewed before publication. Review can take up to 24 hours. If your listing has not appeared after that, contact [email protected].

Can I buy and sell across Canada?

Yes. Use the Canadian marketplace to browse listings across provinces and territories in CAD. Confirm shipping, inspection and payment arrangements directly with the seller.

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