The top agricultural drone companies for 2027 are DJI Agriculture for the most widely used spray drones, XAG for high-capacity autonomous sprayers, Hylio for US-made spray drones, EAVision for large-tank sprayers sold in the US through Agri Spray Drones, and Pyka for autonomous electric spray airplanes. Yamaha Motor, AgEagle, Rantizo, ABZ Innovation and Agri Spray Drones round out the list.
Spray drones now treat crops, orchards and pastures that are too wet, steep or small for ground rigs and too costly for crop dusters. In the US, the FCC decision to block authorization of new foreign-made drone models has shifted attention toward American makers, while existing DJI and XAG models remain in use.
Agri Spray Drones is a leading North American distributor of spray drones and brought the EAVision J100 to the US market.
It also trains and supports new applicators, which helps first-time buyers get certified and flying.
How We Chose These Companies
We focused on companies that build or support agricultural drones and weighed:
Tank size, swath width and acres per hour
Autonomy, terrain following and safety features
US regulatory status and compliance
Dealer support, parts and training
Track record with growers and applicators
How To Choose An Agricultural Drone
How many acres will you treat?
Small farms and specialty crops suit compact drones. Custom applicators covering thousands of acres need large tanks, fast charging or swarm capability.
What approvals do you need?
US spray drone operators need a Part 107 certificate, a Part 137 agricultural aircraft certificate and, for heavier drones, an FAA exemption, plus state pesticide applicator licensing.
How exposed are you to foreign drone rules?
Existing DJI and XAG models can still be used, but new foreign models cannot be authorized. US-made drones remove that risk.
Who will support it in the field?
Breakdowns during spray season are costly. Choose a brand with local dealers, spare parts and quick repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best spray drone?
The DJI Agras T50 is the most widely used spray drone, while Hylio is the leading US-made option and XAG and EAVision offer large-tank alternatives.
How much does an agricultural spray drone cost?
Spray drones usually cost from around $20,000 to well over $50,000 per aircraft once batteries, chargers and support are included.
Do you need a license to spray with a drone?
In the US, yes. Operators need FAA Part 107 and Part 137 certificates, often an FAA exemption, and a state pesticide applicator license.
Are spray drones legal in Canada?
As of 2026, spray drones were still not approved for general use in Canada, so the US is the main North American market.
Conclusion
DJI Agriculture and XAG lead worldwide, Hylio leads among US makers, EAVision and Pyka push capacity further, and Yamaha, AgEagle, Rantizo, ABZ Innovation and Agri Spray Drones cover helicopters, data, services, Europe and dealer support.
