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DJI Avata 2 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£360Max flight time:23 minVideo resolution:4K/100 fpsMax transmission distance:13 km

DJI Avata 2 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 64 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

85%

7.3

Technical score

15%

8.6

Review score ( 20 · 44)

Review score 15% · 8.6 · based on 64 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 1 more review is not scored yet.
▲Better than 76% of drones
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

26%

7.9

Flight

24%

6.7

Camera

20%

6.1

Safety

16%

8.8

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Battery & Design

▲Better than 73% of drones
8.6

Review score

Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Grades by review (64)
20 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 44 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 7
✓ explicit
3

3.1%

9.0

dronedj.com

3.1%

8.0

techradar.com

3.1%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
4

3.1%

8.0

tomsguide.com

2.5%

9.0

tech360.tv

2.5%

9.0

cined.com

2.5%

8.0

oscarliang.com

Video reviews 12

1.3%

9.5

Random Tech

1.3%

9.5

fabreezy

1.3%

9.0

Flying Filmmaker

1.3%

9.0

Air Photography

1.3%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.3%

9.0

Rimzler

1.3%

9.0

Matthias Dangl

1.3%

8.0

iPhonedo

1.3%

8.0

Stewart and Alina

0.6%

9.0

FlytPath

0.6%

8.0

Ron Brown

0.6%

8.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 85% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Avata 2

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components:

26%

7.9

Flight

24%

6.7

Camera

20%

6.1

Safety

16%

8.8

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Battery & Design

7.3
Review score
Review score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Grades by review (64)
20 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 44 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 7
✓ explicit
3

3.1%

9.0

dronedj.com

3.1%

8.0

techradar.com

3.1%

8.0

wired.com

≈ estimated
4

3.1%

8.0

tomsguide.com

2.5%

9.0

tech360.tv

2.5%

9.0

cined.com

2.5%

8.0

oscarliang.com

Video reviews 12

1.3%

9.5

Random Tech

1.3%

9.5

fabreezy

1.3%

9.0

Flying Filmmaker

1.3%

9.0

Air Photography

1.3%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.3%

9.0

Rimzler

1.3%

9.0

Matthias Dangl

1.3%

8.0

iPhonedo

1.3%

8.0

Stewart and Alina

0.6%

9.0

FlytPath

0.6%

8.0

Ron Brown

0.6%

8.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
9.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
DJI Avata 2 has a popularity score of 9.6 points, which is higher than that of 84.2% of products in this category.
9.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

7.5

Overall score

40%

8.6

Price

7.9
Max flight time
23 min
Max flight time
23 min
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 23 min, longer than 52% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
13 km
Max flight distance
13 km
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 13 km, farther than 80.1% of drones and equal to 1.1% of drones.
Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
27 m/s
Max flight speed
27 m/s
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 27 m/s, faster than 98.7% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
▲ Better than 49% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.7 m/s, higher than 48.9% of drones and equal to 23.7% of drones.
Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 5,000 m, higher than 67.9% of drones and equal to 10.5% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/100 fps
Video resolution
4K/100 fps
▲ Better than 86% of models
This drone records video at 4K/100 fps, higher than 86.1% of drones and equal to 3.5% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/1.3"
Sensor size
1/1.3"
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/1.3", larger than 67.6% of drones and equal to 10.2% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
▼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP, higher than 41.3% of drones and equal to 16.7% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
130 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
130 Mbps
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 130 Mbps, higher than 73.7% of drones and equal to 6.6% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 73% of models
This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 73.4% and the same as those of 8.5%.
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
▲ Better than 57% of models
This drone senses obstacles in downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 57.3% and the same as that of 12.1%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
13 km
Max transmission distance
13 km
▲ Better than 87% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 13 km, farther than 87.2% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
24 ms
Transmission latency
24 ms
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 24 ms, lower than 98.6% of drones.
Video transmission system
O4
Video transmission system
O4
★ Better than 92% of models
This drone uses O4 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 92.3% and the same as that used by 6.7%.
Live view quality
1080p@100 fps
Live view quality
1080p@100 fps
★ Better than 93% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@100 fps, higher-quality than 93.2% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
2,150 mAh
Battery capacity
2,150 mAh
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,150 mAh, smaller than 50.8% of drones.
Battery energy
31.7 Wh
Battery energy
31.7 Wh
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 31.7 Wh, higher than 72.9% of drones.
Charging time
88 min
Charging time
88 min
▲ Better than 63% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 88 min, faster than 63.1% of drones.
Weight
377 g
Weight
377 g
▼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 377 g, heavier than 67% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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DJI Avata 2 vs the average drone

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  • 12 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    27 m/s
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (27 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    27 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 12 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    13 km
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    13 km vs 1 km
  • 12 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    13 km
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
    13 km vs 1 km
  • 106 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    24 ms
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (24 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    24 ms vs 130 ms
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M vs Normal
  • 4 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    9 m/s
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (9 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    9 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 11.3% better value for money
    DJI Avata 2 has better value for money than the average drone (7.85 vs 7.1).
    7.85 vs 7.06
  • 48.5% more popular
    DJI Avata 2 is more popular than the average drone (9.61 vs 6.5).
    9.61 vs 6.47
  • 12 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    27 m/s
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (27 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    27 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 12 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    13 km
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
    13 km vs 1 km
  • 4 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    9 m/s
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (9 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    9 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 5 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    9 m/s
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (9 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    9 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 1,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    5,000 m
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (5000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    5,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 3 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    23 min
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (23 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    23 min vs 20 min
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M vs Normal
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 30 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    130 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (130 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    130 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • 46 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    46 GB
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (46 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    46 GB vs 0 GB
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 19,200 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    25,600 ISO
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (25600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    25,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 65 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    155 °
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (155 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    155 ° vs 90 °
  • FPV camera
    FPV camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has an FPV camera, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 1 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    1
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (1 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    1 vs 0
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -85 to 80 °
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-85 to 80 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -85 to 80 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    1-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This drone uses 1-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    1-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 384 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (512 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    512 GB vs 128 GB
  • Includes propeller guards
    Propeller guards
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone has propeller guards, while the average drone does not. 33.3% of drones offer them.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Requires phone connection to goggles.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C1
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone is rated as C1 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C1 vs None
  • 12 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    13 km
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    13 km vs 1 km
  • 106 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    24 ms
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (24 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    24 ms vs 130 ms
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@100 fps
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@100 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@100 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI Fly
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone uses the DJI Fly companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    DJI Fly vs HS FPV
  • More frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O4
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone uses O4 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O4 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 14.52 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    31.7 Wh
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (31.7 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    31.7 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 90 mm shorter body length
    Length
    185 mm
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (185 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    185 mm vs 275 mm
  • 2 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    88 min
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (88 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    88 min vs 90 min
  • No subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 4 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    0
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (0 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    0 vs 4
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    ▼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 53.3% higher weight
    Weight
    377 g
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (377 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    377 g vs 246 g
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • Non-foldable design
    Foldable design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
  • 80% more expensive
    DJI Avata 2 is more expensive than the average drone (£360 vs £200).
    £360 vs £200
  • Non-foldable design
    Foldable design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG
    ▼ Worse than 41% of models
    This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 3 x lower digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    0 x
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers less digital zoom than the average drone (0 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    0 x vs 3 x
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    4000 x 3000 px
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • No subject tracking
    Subject tracking
    no
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 4 fewer flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    0
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (0 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    0 vs 4
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 53.3% higher weight
    Weight
    377 g
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (377 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    377 g vs 246 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
Random Tech
≈ estimated
28/09/2025
Long-term review · 17 months of flying experience
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is the best choice for new pilots and commercial flythroughs, and a safe FPV buy.
9.0
Flying Filmmaker
≈ estimated
18/03/2025
Long-term test · one year of flying, crashes and repairs
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is recommended for most FPV newcomers, but its altitude cap is a serious drawback for mountain diving.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
13/12/2024
Long-term test · six months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 has been a favorite to fly for six months, though repairability has slipped.
9.0
Mihail Svilenov
≈ estimated
22/08/2024
Long-term test · five months of flying
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is replacing most other drones for me, though wind is its weak spot.
9.5
fabreezy
≈ estimated
20/04/2024
Hands-on review · Indonesia flights, battery and low-light footage
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a good fit for beginners and established pilots, a hybrid of whoop and 5-inch.
8.0
iPhonedo
≈ estimated
19/04/2024
Flight test · abandoned water park and crash test
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is sturdy and easy to fly, and still fun to use after a hard crash.
9.0
Rimzler
≈ estimated
17/04/2024
Hands-on review · flights with motion controller and goggles
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a very good drone for work, but the goggles and motion controller are weak points.
8.0
Stewart and Alina
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Hands-on review · Highlands flights, wind and signal
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a fun FPV drone rather than a cinematic one, with reservations about wind and signal.
9.0
Matthias Dangl
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Hands-on review · two weeks of flying and video tests
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is recommended for anyone who wants to fly FPV, with a strong camera and battery life.
8.0
Ron Brown
≈ estimated
20/04/2024
First flight · unedited footage and camera dynamic range
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 has much better camera dynamic range than the original, even when flying towards the sun.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 23 · 47

Reviewers love the sharp footage and solid battery life, but many find the flying itself disappointing and miss proper obstacle sensing.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2024
Quick review · Beginner FPV
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a tough, fun FPV drone that beginners can learn quickly, though its 377g weight limits where it can legally fly.
9.0
cined.com
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Camera review · FPV flying
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is good for low-light video and longer flights, but its single-axis gimbal and lack of RAW photos hold it back.
9.0
dronedj.com
✓ explicit
11/04/2024
Feature review · Beginner FPV
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a sturdy, quiet FPV drone that beginners can learn quickly, though it lacks the subject tracking found on other DJI drones.
8.0
oscarliang.com
≈ estimated
16/04/2024
Buyer's guide · Cinewhoop FPV
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 suits pilots who want a light cinewhoop with footage good enough to replace an action camera, though short battery life limits each flight.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Full review · Beginner FPV
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a light, durable way into FPV, with Normal mode and emergency braking, but full-control flying is less precise than on traditional setups.
8.0
tomsguide.com
≈ estimated
03/03/2026
Long-term test · One month
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a thrilling, tough FPV drone for sweeping, cinematic shots, but hard flying drains batteries fast and precise stunts take a lot of practice.
9.0
tech360.tv
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Expert review · FPV flying
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is an agile, easy-to-control FPV drone with strong low-light video and reliable video link, though it has no built-in lights for flying at night.
10
heise.de
✓ explicit
31/05/2024
Lab test · FPV flying
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a quieter, lighter FPV drone that makes cinematic flips easy with Easy ACRO, but it is capped at 68 km/h in Europe and its frame is more fragile.
9.0
spiegel.de
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Expert review · FPV flying
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a tougher, lighter FPV drone whose Easy ACRO stunts and motion controller suit beginners, though European speed caps and missing front sensors limit it.
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
15/04/2024
Hands-on test · FPV flying
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is an immersive FPV drone with easy stunts and good 4K HDR video, but in European CE mode it feels underpowered.
9.5
monsieurjesaistout.fr
≈ estimated
18/04/2024
Upgrade review · FPV flying
Verdict
DJI Avata 2 is a big step up for FPV, with Easy ACRO mode for beginners, but real-world battery life is short at 13-15 minutes.
9.0
cined.com
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Expert review · FPV cinewhoop
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a safe, beginner-friendly FPV drone with GoPro-level 4K footage, but it has no front obstacle sensing and no mechanical gimbal.
gamereactor.es
11/05/2024
Not graded yet
9.5
dday.it
≈ estimated
16/05/2024
Expert review · Cinematic FPV
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a quiet, ready-to-fly FPV drone for cinematic shots that needs no building skills, but in Europe it's capped at 68 km/h.
6.0
enontheroad.com
≈ estimated
11/04/2024
Expert review · Cinewhoop FPV
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a mature, stable cinewhoop with EU C1 approval and easy beginner controls, but its single-axis gimbal struggles in strong wind.
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
11/04/2026
Expert review · FPV flying
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is an easy first FPV drone with a sharp, low-lag view and simpler EU rules, though its speed limit and wide fixed view hold experts back.
10
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
27/06/2024
Hands-on test · FPV drone
Verdict
The DJI Avata 2 is a quiet, beginner-friendly FPV drone with better low-light video and one-button Easy ACRO tricks, but its exposed front camera and closed design make crashes costly.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about DJI Avata 2

  • Improved 1/1.3-inch sensor with 4K/60fps and 10-bit D-Log M for better color grading
  • Enhanced flight time of up to 23 minutes (realistic 15-20 minutes)
  • O4 transmission system provides a more stable, higher-bitrate video feed
  • Quieter flight noise compared to the original model
  • Beginner-friendly 'Easy ACRO' mode for simple flips and rolls
  • Integrated 46GB internal storage as a backup for SD cards
  • Goggles 3 features 'Real World Passthrough' for better situational awareness

What we don't like about DJI Avata 2

  • Substantial cost for the drone, spare batteries, and proprietary repairs
  • Single-axis gimbal limits advanced photography/videography capabilities
  • Lacks omnidirectional obstacle avoidance (only downward/backward sensors)
  • Fragile propeller guards are prone to cracking during moderate impacts
  • Locked ecosystem prevents upgrading internal components like the camera
  • Performance is underpowered compared to custom-built FPV racing drones
  • Motion Controller learning curve can be steep for users new to hand-motion flight

Verdict

The DJI Avata 2 is a compact, cinewhoop-style FPV drone featuring an upgraded 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor that captures 4K/60fps HDR video and 10-bit D-Log M color for professional-grade grading. It boasts an extended maximum flight time of 23 minutes and utilizes the O4 HD transmission system for a stable 1080p/100fps live feed at distances up to 13 km. Key pros include its durable integrated propeller guards for safe indoor or close-quarters flying, an intuitive 'Easy ACRO' mode for one-tap maneuvers, and a quieter 81dB flight noise profile compared to its predecessor. However, notable cons include a lack of forward-facing obstacle avoidance, a fixed-focus lens that limits photography versatility, and the requirement of Goggles 3 and Motion Controller 3 for operation, which adds to the initial setup cost.

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