This bold, young startup turned heads by offering plug-and-fly FPV drones at affordable prices, making high-performance drone flying accessible to the masses.
Let’s dive into how this Indian drone startup is building the future of aerial tech — one flight at a time.
What is Inside FPV?
Founded by a group of engineering students from VIT Vellore, the startup aims to simplify and democratize drone technology.
FPV stands for “First Person View,” where drone pilots can see exactly what their drone sees using a camera and goggles — making it an immersive, real-time flying experience.
Inside FPV’s Shark Tank India Pitch
Appearing on Shark Tank India Season 2, Inside FPV’s founders — Hardik Thakkar, Tushar Ranjan, and Bipin Kumar — pitched their innovative product line with confidence. Their pitch focused on solving two major pain points:
- Complexity: Traditional FPV drones often require assembly, tuning, and technical expertise.
- Affordability: Most FPV drones in the market are expensive imports.
Their ask? ₹75 lakhs for 4% equity.
The Sharks’ Reaction:
The Sharks were clearly impressed by:
- Their technical depth and product demos
- Their early traction with over ₹85 lakh in revenue
- The vision of becoming India’s go-to FPV brand
Its Uniqueness :-
Plug-and-Fly FPV Drones
Traditional FPV drones are complicated.This eliminates a major barrier for beginners.
Affordable Pricing
They offer budget-friendly options starting around ₹3,000 to ₹25,000, depending on the configuration — something that’s pretty much unheard of in the FPV space.
Product Lineup
Inside FPV has several models under its belt, including:
- Plug & Fly Drone Kits
- Racing Drones
- Camera-Ready Drones for Content Creators
- DIY Drone Kits for Students & Hobbyists
Each of these products is available on their official website Inside FPV and major marketplaces like Amazon.
Growth and Traction
Here’s a quick look at their numbers post-Shark Tank:
- Revenue Jump: From ₹85 lakhs to over ₹1.5 crores in 6 months
- Order Volume: Over 12,000+ drones sold nationwide
- Reach: Pan-India with international inquiries as well
- Educational Tie-Ups: Collaborating with engineering colleges for drone workshops
Why the Shark Deal Matters
The partnership with Aman and Peyush brings more:
- Branding: Aman’s marketing genius (remember boAt?) helps reach youth audiences.
- Tech Ecosystem Support: Peyush’s background with scaling Lenskart gives insight into tech logistics and customer service.
Together, these Sharks help Inside FPV prepare for scaling across India and beyond.
The Future of Inside FPV
With increasing support from drone enthusiasts, educators, and even government sectors, Inside FPV is eyeing:
- Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) offerings
- Industrial drones for surveillance & agriculture
- Export opportunities
- Drone racing leagues for youth engagement
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Author: Team BTP
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