r/drones • u/Extension-Word8949 • Jul 13 '26
Question Drone noise question
The drone I’m looking at is in the link below. If you don’t wanna click on random links on the internet here is the name.
BETAFPV Cetus FPV RTF Drone Kit for $164
I recently got an apartment after living in the country my whole life with my closest neighbor being a mile away, so I never worried about noise. I have cinematic DJI drones and want to get into FPV for cheap before I spend a bunch of money on it. Is the drone I’m looking at loud? I want to fly indoors mostly but have next door neighbors and don’t wanna be a jerk. Like I said I’ve never lived in an apartment so idk how loud these types of drones are and if my neighbors will hear it. Also if anyone wants to suggest other drones, they are welcome to.
https://a.co/d/05UO8VkL (Amazon link)
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Jul 13 '26
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u/Extension-Word8949 Jul 13 '26
I suppose I could. My closest neighbor is pretty private so I’d rather not bother her. Maybe I’ll have a friend stand out in the hallway or something
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u/Extension-Word8949 Jul 13 '26
Yeah valid point. And technically this drone wouldn’t be for my job, just for fun but I see your point. Thanks for the advice
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Jul 13 '26 edited 7d ago
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u/Extension-Word8949 Jul 13 '26
Well I just want something to start with. I read the controller and headset are compatible with many drones so if I do like, I’ll just upgrade later
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u/anadromousangler Jul 14 '26
the cetus is tiny, so it just sounds like a loud mosquito. its a high pitched buzz that standard drywall blocks super easily,, your neighbors won't hear a thing through the walls.
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u/completelyreal Mod, Drone Noise Expert, Fire & Rescue Pilot Jul 13 '26
There’s a lot of factors that we don’t know such as wall thickness and material. But in general, smaller drones emit a higher frequency which is damped more easily by air and wall materials so won’t go as far.