Searches for anti-drone devices in Russia have reached a three-year peak, coinciding with increased drone attacks. While some companies claim these devices are easy to acquire and use, military analysts and experts express skepticism about their effectiveness against modern drones and warn of potential dangers and unintended consequences of their use in urban environments. Experts suggest that running for cover may be a more effective strategy for civilians facing drone threats.

• Russian searches for anti-drone devices on Yandex reached a three-year high in late June.
• The previous spike occurred in May-June 2023 during drone attacks on Moscow.
• Companies selling anti-drone devices report civilian interest and state that permits are generally not required.
• Some experts, like military analyst Kirill Mikhailov, believe anti-drone guns are largely ineffective against modern FPV drones.
• Military expert David Gendelman warns that such devices require specialized training and indiscriminate jamming could be counterproductive or harmful.
• One company suggested that protective nets might be a better alternative to anti-drone guns for home protection.
• Experts advise civilians to seek cover rather than rely on anti-drone devices when a drone approaches.