The best source for info is from the videographer Captain Drone on youtube. He has 170,000 subscribers and has made over 500 videos on drones. Here's his home page video list.
CAPTAIN DRONE - YouTube
As far as Christmas Drones, he'll tell you that anything less than a $100 is a toy. He did a video in November where he lists the best camera drones under $299. What is also nice is he includes links to his reviews and where to buy the drone.
Best Camera Drones to buy for under $299 - Great Christmas gifts! - YouTube
In October he did a review of a JRC F11 4K PRO and calls it a great budget drone.
F11 4K PRO Review - This is a Very Good Budget Camera Drone - YouTube
In 2019 he has a video of best low cost drones for beginners.
The BEST Low Cost DRONES for BEGINNERS (part 1) - My Recommendations - YouTube