Fixed Blade Broadhead Review
Wasp Drone Review
A replaceable-blade fixed head that stays glued to your field-point group even out of a screaming-fast bow.
How it scored
Scored on our fixed 5-part system — built from the consensus of field reports, video tests and hunter feedback. Each axis is an independent 0–10 score. How we score ↗
What we liked
- Consistent flight at distance
- Resists planing on fast bows
- Very sharp out of the box
- Easy replaceable-blade swaps
- Heavy blood trails for the cut
Where it falls short
- Niche brand recognition
- Replaceable blades less robust on hardest hits
- Only two grain weights
Flight & accuracy
The Drone is built for shooters running fast bows, and it delivers. The aerodynamic ferrule keeps it from planing even at high arrow speeds, and hunters report rock-solid consistency at distance, with the head tracking right alongside field points where many fixed heads start to drift.
If you've fought broadheads that fly fine at 20 but scatter at 50, the Drone's distance stability is its calling card. The aero design does real work keeping the head pointed where you aimed.
Penetration
Penetration is strong for a replaceable-blade head. In testing the Drone drove through a buck's scapula with no damage to the head, which is a genuinely impressive result for a blade-loaded design and speaks to how well the geometry and tip transfer energy.
The compact 1 3/16" cut keeps the head driving rather than spreading energy too thin, so pass-throughs are common on whitetail-class game and it has the reach for larger animals on good shots.
Durability & edge retention
The Drone surprised testers by passing through a buck's scapula with no damage, which is more than many replaceable-blade heads can claim. The blades take and hold a very sharp edge out of the box.
The honest caveat is that, like any replaceable-blade head, the very hardest hits on the heaviest bone are where a one-piece head would have an edge. For its intended use, though, the Drone holds up far better than its blade-loaded design might suggest, and swapping a damaged blade is trivial.
Blood trail
Despite the compact cut, the Drone earns praise for throwing what hunters call "one hell of a blood trail." The sharp blades and clean cutting geometry open a wound that bleeds freely, and recoveries on well-placed shots are short and easy to follow.
It's a reminder that blood is about edge sharpness and clean cutting as much as raw diameter. The Drone punches above its 1 3/16" cut when it comes to leaving sign.
Value & who it's for
At around $35 for three with easy, cheap blade replacement, the Drone is excellent value. You get distance-stable flight, strong penetration, and good blood without paying a premium-brand markup.
It's the head for the fast-bow shooter who wants the convenience of replaceable blades but refuses to give up flight or blood. The main barrier is simply that Wasp's Drone flies under the radar, which is the buyer's gain on price.
Specifications
| Brand | Wasp |
|---|---|
| Type | Fixed Blade |
| Cutting diameter | 1 3/16" |
| Blades | 3 replaceable |
| Grain options | 100gr, 125gr |
| Blade / steel | Stainless |
| Ferrule | Aero |
| Pack | 3-pack |
| Approx. price | ~$35 / 3-pack |
| Best for | Whitetail, Fast bows, Long-range shooters |
Specs and pricing are approximate and change frequently — confirm with the retailer before buying.
FAQ
Is the Wasp Drone good for fast bows?
Yes, the Wasp Drone is specifically built to stay accurate out of fast bows. Its aerodynamic ferrule resists planing at high arrow speeds, and hunters report it holds consistency at distance where many fixed heads begin to drift from field points.
How durable are the Wasp Drone's replaceable blades?
More durable than most replaceable-blade heads. In testing the Wasp Drone passed through a buck's scapula with no damage to the head. The hardest hits on the heaviest bone are still where a one-piece head has an edge, but blade swaps are quick and cheap.
Does the Wasp Drone leave a good blood trail?
Yes. Despite its compact 1 3/16" cut, hunters describe the Wasp Drone as leaving one heck of a blood trail thanks to its very sharp blades and clean cutting geometry. Recoveries on well-placed shots are typically short.
What's the difference between the Wasp Drone and Wasp Boss?
Both share a 1 3/16" cut and aero ferrule, but the Wasp Drone uses replaceable blades for easy swaps while the Boss is a more traditional fixed design. The Drone emphasizes distance flight on fast bows; the Boss emphasizes raw toughness through bone.
Sources
Sentiment for this review was aggregated from independent tests, hunting forums and retailer reviews, including:
