Capture your reality with confidence and control

Propeller’s hardware integrations adapt to any environment, project, or use case.

Reality capture - hardware integrations; drone, GNSS-rover total-station, scanner, Dirtmate and AeroPoint.

Hardware agnostic, from ground to cloud

Use the right tools for the job—drones, GNSS rovers, total stations, or handheld scanners. Propeller processes data from any drone and combines it with your other survey hardware on a single map, so you can work with the tools you trust and get the insights you need.

Select the right drone for you

From progress updates to data management, these tools help teams stay in control and on schedule.

DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise

The Mavic 3 Enterprise is a commercial-grade drone ideal for precision site mapping in civil construction, mining, and other industries. It’s a cost-effective choice offering high accuracy and ease of use.


Flight time
27 minutes

Speed
Up to 47mph (75.7kph)

Camera
20 MP, 4/3-inch sensor
with a mechanical shutter

Propeller expected accuracy
3-5cm

Recommended for
Small to medium-sized worksites

DJI Matrice 300/350 RTK

The Matrice 350 RTK is a high-performance drone designed for large-scale and complex projects. It delivers long flight times, a high-quality camera, and robust performance in tough environments.


Flight time
Up to 40 minutes

Speed
Up to 51mph (82.8kph)

Camera
Zenmuse P1,
45 MP full-frame sensor

Propeller expected accuracy
3-5cm

Recommended for
Large-scale, complex sites in tough conditions

WingtraOne

The WingtraOne is a VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) drone that combines the benefits of fixed-wing capabilities with the flexibility of vertical takeoff. It’s ideal for large-scale surveys requiring high data quality.


Flight time
Up to 60 minutes

Speed
Up to 36mph (58kph)

Camera
24 MP – Sony a6100
42 MP – Sony RX1R II
61 MP – Sony RGB61

Propeller expected accuracy
3-5cm

Recommended for
Large land areas, high-accuracy surveys

Quantum-Systems Trinity F90+

The Trinity F90+ is a fixed-wing VTOL drone designed for extended flight times and superior weather resilience, making it perfect for large sites with challenging conditions.


Flight time
Up to 90 minutes

Speed
Up to 38mph (61kph)

Camera
20 MP – Sony UMC
42.4 MP – Sony RX1R II

Propeller expected accuracy
3-5cm

Recommended for
Large worksites requiring long-duration flights

DJI Phantom 4 RTK

The Phantom 4 RTK is a cost-effective, survey-grade drone equipped with real-time kinematic (RTK) technology to ensure accurate geotagging of aerial photos.


Flight time
15-20 minutes

Speed
Up to 36mph (58kph)

Camera
20 MP, 1-inch sensor

Propeller expected accuracy
3-5cm

Recommended for
Small to medium-sized worksites, cost-conscious users

Anzu Raptor

The Anzu Raptor is a professional drone with RTK-level accuracy, seamless integration into the Propeller platform, and excellent precision for mapping and aerial data capture.


Flight time
30 minutes

Speed
Up to 47mph (75.6kph)

Camera
20 MP, 4/3-inch sensor
with a mechanical shutter

Propeller expected accuracy
5-10cm

Recommended for
Small to medium-sized worksites, cost-conscious users

Seamless drone compatibility for accurate site data

Propeller can accept data from any drone that produces geotagged JPEG images with a minimum resolution of 8MP. The drones listed below have been tested and verified to reliably generate photogrammetric models.

Drones Platform compatible PPK-enabled Hardware support Expected accuracy Conditions
To achieve accuracy results
Maximum QA level Supported payloads
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict Model: M3E
DJI Phantom 4 RTK 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict Model: FC6310R
DJI Matrice 300/350 RTK 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict Zenmuse P1 with 35mm lens
Zenmuse L1 for photogrammetry + LiDAR
Zenmuse L2 for photogrammetry + LiDAR
WingtraOne Gen I / Gen II 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict RGB61
Sony a6100
Sony RX1R II, Model: DSC-RX1RM2
Quantum Trinity F90+ 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict Sony UMC, Model: UMC-R10C
Sony RX1R II, Model DSC-RX1RM2
Autel Evo II Pro RTK V1/V2 7-10cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Moderate Model: XT705
Autel Evo II Pro RTK V3 5-10cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Moderate Model: XL705
Skydio X10 7-10cm Minimum 5 GCPs needed for 5 acres of GCP covered area Lenient Model: VT300-L_93
Anzu Raptor 5-10cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Moderate Model: Raptor
DJI Matrice 4 Enterprise 3-5cm Minimum 1 AeroPoint needed
as PPK base and GCP
Strict Model: M4E

Propeller PPK

Propeller PPK is the only fully integrated drone survey processing workflow that delivers survey-grade results repeatedly. Automatically capture, process, and correct your drone data from anywhere, at any scale.

GNSS receivers and survey instruments

Live stream positioning data and integrate your ground-based surveys on the map.

DirtMate

DirtMate is a GNSS system with an onboard IMU that unlocks machine tracking and real-time survey solutions in Propeller. Attach to any machine to live stream what’s happening in the field.


  • Dual-frequency GNSS: Achieve high-accuracy data with dual-frequency positioning
  • Any OEM: Works with equipment from any manufacturer
  • Long-range connectivity: 900 MHz Wi-Fi HaLow for extended communication distances
  • Battery life: 24 hours of continuous operation
  • Durability: IP66/IP68-rated for weather and environmental resilience

AeroPoints

AeroPoints are the only smart ground control points designed for any drone and any worksite, ensuring survey-grade accuracy on every flight.


  • Size: 506 x 506 x 26 mm
  • Weight: 1.5 kg
  • GNSS: L1/L2 GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • Battery life: 100 hours logging
  • Charging: Solar + DC input (5-hour charge time)
  • Accuracy: 10mm + 1ppm (horizontal), 20mm + 1ppm (vertical)

GPS rovers + total stations

Upload GPS rover and total station surveys as TIN surfaces to track progress, verify conditions, and enhance accuracy—seamlessly integrating with the rest of your Propeller data.


  • Survey no-fly zones: Use rover or total station data to capture accurate ground elevations where drone photogrammetry falls short
  • Track surfaces over time: Monitor production progress on-demand, adapting to resource constraints and site priorities
  • Boost bidding accuracy: Verify site conditions ahead of time—even in vegetated areas—to avoid costly surprises
  • Unify drone and ground surveys: Combine drone photogrammetry with ground-level surveys for a complete, accurate surface model—no blind spots

Handheld scanners + sensors

Keep your reality on record with quick site inspections and field updates.

Insta360

The Insta360 is a versatile 360° camera designed for immersive content creation. It features high-resolution video capture, advanced stabilization, and mobile connectivity for seamless sharing.


  • Field of view: 360°
  • Resolution: Up to 5.7K video
  • Stabilization: FlowState stabilization
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • Compatibility: iOS, Android

viDoc

The viDoc RTK rover is a high-precision GNSS device optimized for mobile mapping, delivering survey-grade accuracy when paired with a smartphone or tablet.


  • Accuracy: Centimeter-level RTK (real-time kinematic)
  • GNSS support: Multi-frequency (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou)
  • Compatibility: iOS
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth, RTK corrections via NTRIP

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