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What is Propeller

Propeller is a drone data processing and analytics platform used to turn aerial imagery into mapped outputs such as orthomosaics, 3D models, and volumetric measurements. It is primarily used by construction, earthworks, and mining teams to track site progress, measure stockpiles, and support reporting workflows. The product combines cloud processing with tools for measurement, change tracking, and sharing outputs with stakeholders.

pros

Construction-focused measurement tools

Propeller provides workflows oriented around earthworks and site operations, including stockpile volumes, cut/fill, and progress comparisons over time. These capabilities align with common field-to-office reporting needs in construction and mining. The emphasis on repeatable measurement and change tracking can reduce manual takeoffs from imagery.

Cloud collaboration and sharing

The platform supports centralized access to processed maps and models so multiple stakeholders can view and annotate the same dataset. This is useful for distributed project teams that need consistent versions of site outputs. Sharing links and role-based access can streamline coordination with subcontractors and clients.

End-to-end drone data workflow

Propeller covers ingestion of drone captures through processing and analysis in one environment. This reduces the need to stitch together separate tools for photogrammetry processing and measurement. For teams running frequent flights, an integrated workflow can simplify standard operating procedures.

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Industry scope is narrower

The feature set is most directly aligned to construction, earthworks, and mining use cases rather than broad GIS or public-sector mapping needs. Organizations seeking advanced cartography, enterprise geodatabases, or complex spatial analysis may require additional GIS tooling. This can add integration and data governance work.

Processing depends on data quality

Outputs such as volumes and change detection depend on consistent flight planning, ground control practices, and image quality. Variability in capture conditions can affect accuracy and comparability across time. Teams may need documented field procedures and training to maintain reliable results.

Integration details can vary

Connecting drone analytics outputs to existing project controls, BIM, or enterprise data platforms often requires configuration and process alignment. Some organizations may need APIs, exports, or middleware to fit Propeller into established reporting pipelines. The effort can be non-trivial for larger enterprises with strict data standards.

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Propeller Platform (software)

Plan Price Key features & notes
Annual Platform Plan Contact sales / not published on site Includes 30 BYOD (Bring Your Own Data) credits, 40 annual standard users, 4 TB storage. Processing packs (credit packs or unlimited packs) are available (packs: 15, 30, 55, 110 credits or various unlimited GP limits). Platform pricing amounts are not listed on the public site; contact sales for a quote.

DirtMate (hardware + subscriptions) — (usage/hardware) Pricing model: One-time hardware + annual subscriptions Hardware (one-time): DirtMate unit — $1,400 per unit (one-time purchase). Annual subscriptions: Base Station & Telematics — $1,200 / year per unit; In-cab Guidance & Site Positioning — $2,400 / year per unit. Optional: Cellular Data Plan — $300 / year per unit. Example costs (from site calculator): First-year total (1 unit with in-cab tier + data plan): $4,100. Annual recurring from Year 2+: $2,700 / year.

AeroPoints (hardware + annual processing subscription) — (usage/hardware) Pricing model: Hardware purchase + annual AeroPoints processing subscription Hardware: AeroPoint single unit — $1,000 USD per unit. AeroPoint 5-pack — $5,000 USD. Annual AeroPoints Processing Subscription (standalone/hardware-only customers): $995 USD per year, per AeroPoint group (an AeroPoint group is capped at 20 units unless you are a Propeller software customer). The first 12 months of the AeroPoints subscription are included with a new AeroPoints purchase.

Other store item (example): Propeller Rental Drone Service — $500 (1-month Mavic 3 Enterprise rental).

Notes: All pricing above is taken directly from Propeller Aero’s official website (product pages, store, knowledge base, and DirtMate pricing calculator). The Propeller Platform (software) shows included features, credits, and pack structure but does not publish list prices for annual platform access or processing packs on the public website; customers are directed to contact sales for pricing.

Seller details

Propeller Aero Pty Ltd
Sydney, NSW, Australia
2014
Private
https://www.propelleraero.com/
https://x.com/propelleraero
https://www.linkedin.com/company/propeller-aero/

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