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DJI Flip Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Max flight time:31 minVideo resolution:4K/100 fpsMax transmission distance:13 km

DJI Flip Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 68 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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 83% of models
Score components

85%

8.0

Technical score

15%

8.4

Review score ( 27 · 41)

Review score 15% · 8.4 · based on 68 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 83% of drones
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components

26%

7.4

Flight

24%

7.6

Camera

20%

8.5

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.7

Battery & Design

▲Better than 84% of drones
8.4

Review score

Review score
8.4/ 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 73% of models
Grades by review (68)
27 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 41 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 12
✓ explicit
8

2.6%

9.0

pcmag.com

2.6%

9.0

trustedreviews.com

2.6%

8.0

techradar.com

2.6%

8.0

tomsguide.com

2.6%

8.0

space.com

2.6%

8.0

wired.com

2.1%

8.2

engadget.com

2.1%

8.0

lifehacker.com

≈ estimated
4

2.6%

9.0

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

fstoppers.com

2.1%

9.0

thedronegirl.com

1.1%

8.0

simons-reviews.com

Video reviews 11

1.1%

9.5

TheRcSaylors

1.1%

9.0

Isaac Martin

1.1%

9.0

TechLine

1.1%

9.0

Nick Psarikoglou (MyQuadcopter)

1.1%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.1%

8.0

RobHK

1.1%

8.0

Engadget

1.1%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.1%

7.0

Pilot Institute Drones

1.1%

5.0

The Drone Creative

0.5%

8.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 73% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Flip

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

26%

7.4

Flight

24%

7.6

Camera

20%

8.5

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.7

Battery & Design

8.0
Review score
Review score
8.4/ 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 73% of models
Grades by review (68)
27 reviews: 15 with a printed score, 12 estimated from the review. 41 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 12
✓ explicit
8

2.6%

9.0

pcmag.com

2.6%

9.0

trustedreviews.com

2.6%

8.0

techradar.com

2.6%

8.0

tomsguide.com

2.6%

8.0

space.com

2.6%

8.0

wired.com

2.1%

8.2

engadget.com

2.1%

8.0

lifehacker.com

≈ estimated
4

2.6%

9.0

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

fstoppers.com

2.1%

9.0

thedronegirl.com

1.1%

8.0

simons-reviews.com

Video reviews 11

1.1%

9.5

TheRcSaylors

1.1%

9.0

Isaac Martin

1.1%

9.0

TechLine

1.1%

9.0

Nick Psarikoglou (MyQuadcopter)

1.1%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1.1%

8.0

RobHK

1.1%

8.0

Engadget

1.1%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1.1%

7.0

Pilot Institute Drones

1.1%

5.0

The Drone Creative

0.5%

8.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 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 85% of models
Popularity:
DJI Flip has a popularity score of 9.7 points, which is higher than that of 85.2% of products in this category.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.2
Max flight time
31 min
Max flight time
31 min
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 31 min, longer than 71.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% 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.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
12 m/s
Max flight speed
12 m/s
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 12 m/s, slower than 54.4% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
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)
3,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
3,000 m
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 3,000 m, lower than 51.5% of drones and equal to 6.7% 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
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 150 Mbps, higher than 81.6% of drones and equal to 6.6% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Value reflects partial forward/downward sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
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
forward/downward
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/downward
▲ Better than 74% of models
This drone senses obstacles in forward/downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 73.9% and the same as that of 1.5%.
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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
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 59.2% of drones and equal to 28.2% 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@60 fps
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
▲ Better than 80% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@60 fps, higher-quality than 80.2% of drones and equal to 12.5% 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
3,110 mAh
Battery capacity
3,110 mAh
▲ Better than 75% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 3,110 mAh, larger than 75.1% of drones.
Battery energy
22.3 Wh
Battery energy
22.3 Wh
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 22.3 Wh, higher than 64.7% of drones.
Charging time
70 min
Charging time
70 min
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 70 min, faster than 74.4% of drones and equal to 3.8% of drones.
Weight
249 g
Weight
249 g
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 249 g, heavier than 51% of drones and equal to 11.3% 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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What reviewers say

DJI Flip vs the average drone

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  • 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.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    13 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    Value reflects partial forward/downward sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • 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"
  • 15.8% better value for money
    DJI Flip has better value for money than the average drone (8.17 vs 7.1).
    8.17 vs 7.06
  • 49.5% more popular
    DJI Flip is more popular than the average drone (9.67 vs 6.5).
    9.67 vs 6.47
  • 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.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    13 km vs 1 km
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • 2 years newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is newer than the average drone (2025 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • 1 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    5 m/s
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (5 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    5 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • 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 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
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.7
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.7 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.7 vs f/2
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 2 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    2 GB
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (2 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    2 GB vs 0 GB
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8064 x 6048 px
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 35 °
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 35 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 35 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • 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
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    Value reflects partial forward/downward sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 5 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    9
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (9 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, Spotlight, POI, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, MasterShots, Hyperlapse, Panorama, Cruise Control
    9 vs 4
  • 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.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C0
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C0 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
  • 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
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@60 fps
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 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
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    120 ms vs 130 ms
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
  • 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.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 910 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,110 mAh
    ▲ Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3110 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    3,110 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 20 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    70 min
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (70 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    70 min vs 90 min
  • 5.12 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    22.3 Wh
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (22.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    22.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 42 mm shorter body length
    Length
    233 mm
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (233 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    233 mm vs 275 mm
  • 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
  • 3 m/s slower flight speed
    Max flight speed
    12 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    12 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 39 mm wider width
    Width
    280 mm
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (280 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    280 mm vs 241 mm
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g
  • 16.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    79 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (79 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    79 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82.1 °
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82.1 ° vs 90 °
  • 2x more expensive
    DJI Flip is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £200).
    £400 vs £200
  • 2x more expensive
    DJI Flip is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £200).
    £400 vs £200
  • 3 m/s slower flight speed
    Max flight speed
    12 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    12 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 500 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    3,000 m
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (3000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    3,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82.1 °
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82.1 ° vs 90 °
  • 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.
  • 0.5 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    12 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    RC-N3
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone uses the RC-N3 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    RC-N3 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 39 mm wider width
    Width
    280 mm
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (280 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    280 mm vs 241 mm
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g
  • 16.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    79 mm
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (79 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    79 mm vs 62.5 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
RobHK
≈ estimated
26/02/2026
Long-term review · over a year of use, buying advice
Verdict
DJI Flip is still a solid option in 2026, especially for image quality and hands-free shooting, though it lacks some features.
9.0
Isaac Martin
≈ estimated
12/08/2025
Hands-on review · image quality, value and everyday use
Verdict
DJI Flip is hard to beat for image quality and value, despite its noise and some limitations.
9.5
TheRcSaylors
≈ estimated
22/03/2025
Hands-on review · beginner pick and first flights
Verdict
DJI Flip is the best high-end drone for beginners in 2025, pairing strong camera quality with safety for newcomers.
9.0
TechLine
≈ estimated
25/02/2025
Hands-on review · several weeks of flying and video tests
Verdict
DJI Flip is a compact, versatile drone with excellent video and solid battery life for creators and casual flyers.
8.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
21/02/2025
Hands-on review · flights in varied locations, wind and range
Verdict
DJI Flip is not perfect, with limited wind resistance and obstacle sensing, but it is one of the most useful creator drones yet.
8.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
09/02/2025
Full flight test · phone, controller and trail flying
Verdict
DJI Flip has a better camera and feels sturdier than the Neo, though follow limits and missing accessories hold it back.
9.0
Nick Psarikoglou (MyQuadcopter)
≈ estimated
05/02/2025
Long-range test · two flights over 4 km each
Verdict
DJI Flip is worth considering for reliable long-distance flying, with stable video at range.
7.0
Pilot Institute Drones
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Hands-on review · entry-level place in the lineup and flight tests
Verdict
DJI Flip is a good entry-level choice, but it is no upgrade over a Mini and performs poorly in wind.
9.0
Jake Sloan
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Hands-on review · vlogging use, flight time and combo pricing
Verdict
DJI Flip is recommended as a durable vlogging drone, especially in the Fly More combo.
5.0
The Drone Creative
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Hands-on review · weeks of flying and key points
Verdict
DJI Flip is a strong, easy pick for calm-day tracking shots, but not recommended for windy coastal flying.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
petapixel.com
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Hands-on test · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is an easy, safe vlogging drone that switches on when unfolded and launches from your palm, but it struggles in wind.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
14/01/2025
Hands-on test · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, easy beginner drone with full prop guards and long flights, but its bulky shape handles wind poorly.
9.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
14/01/2025
Lab test · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a portable, beginner-friendly drone with sharp 4K60 HDR video and long flights, but its tiny storage and missing Remote ID hold it back.
8.0
space.com
✓ explicit
14/01/2025
Hands-on test · Vlog drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, portable vlog drone for close-up tracking with strong 48MP RAW photos, but it handles wind worse than the Mini 4 Pro.
9.0
fstoppers.com
≈ estimated
16/01/2025
Hands-on test · Vlog drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a portable, beginner-friendly vlog drone with a 3-axis gimbal and about 27 minutes of real flight, but winds above 20 mph trouble it.
8.0
simons-reviews.com
≈ estimated
16/01/2025
Hands-on test · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is an easy, steady-flying small drone with a strong 4K/60fps camera and a guard around the propellers, but it senses obstacles only ahead and below.
8.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
28/01/2025
Hands-on test · Follow-me drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe follow-me drone for indoor and palm launches with a strong 4K/60fps camera, though its guards catch wind and it senses obstacles only ahead.
8.0
lifehacker.com
✓ explicit
14/05/2025
Hands-on test · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a beginner-friendly guarded drone with 31-minute flights and smooth gimbal-stabilized 4K, held back by sluggish speed in wind and tiny built-in storage.
8.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
14/01/2025
Hands-on test · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is an easy, safe drone for beginners and content creators that launches from your palm, but it gets pushed around by wind and senses obstacles only ahead.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
14/01/2025
Hands-on test · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a portable, easy vlogging drone that is safe enough to fly indoors, though it sways in strong wind and only senses obstacles ahead.
9.0
thedronegirl.com
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Month-long test · Travel drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is the safest, easiest drone here for vloggers, beginners and travelers, with near-Mini 4 Pro footage, but it lacks all-round obstacle avoidance and handles wind only moderately.
8.2
engadget.com
✓ explicit
21/02/2025
Expert review · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a vlogging drone you can fly without a screen and use safely indoors, but its sail-like guards make breezy days hard work.
9.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
24/01/2025
Hands-on test · Creator drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is an easy creator drone with steady gimbal 4K and voice control, but it is slow, weak in wind and senses obstacles only ahead.
8.6
bild.de
✓ explicit
26/07/2025
Hands-on test · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a pocketable vlogging drone that films you on its own with QuickShots and AI tracking, but its guards make it fragile in strong wind.
8.6
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
24/07/2025
Expert review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a fun, steady-flying 249g drone that beginners can handle easily, though gusts push it around and its obstacle avoidance is limited.
9.0
welt.de
≈ estimated
06/05/2025
Expert review · Hobby drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip suits keen hobbyists who want strong 4K HDR video and safe close-up flying, but it handles wind poorly and has little storage.
9.5
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Expert review · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, controller-free vlog drone with AI tracking and high-end image quality, held back by weak wind handling and 2.7K vertical video.
8.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
21/03/2025
Lab test · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a strong pick for safe, high-quality close-range shooting by beginners and creators, but it becomes unstable once the wind picks up.
9.0
lokan.fr
≈ estimated
16/01/2025
Expert review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, foldable beginner drone with a camera close to the Mini series, but it has very little built-in storage and struggles in strong wind.
9.0
elespanol.com
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Expert review · Creator drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a compact creator drone whose built-in guards make indoor flights safe, but it fights wind and lacks all-around obstacle sensing and native vertical shooting.
gamereactor.es
27/02/2025
Not graded yet
8.0
dday.it
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Expert review · Guarded drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip mixes the safety of guarded propellers with Mini-class 4K image quality, ideal for casual and indoor flying, but it is louder and has no rotating camera.
9.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
14/01/2025
Expert review · Close-range flying
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe C0-class drone for close-range and indoor shots with a far better camera than selfie drones, but its guards make it slow and weak in wind.
7.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
12/02/2025
Expert review · Social media filming
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, portable C0 drone for close-up social media clips with clever auto flight modes, though wind pushes it around and it can't shoot true vertical.
7.7
fotonerd.it
✓ explicit
04/03/2025
Expert review · AI vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip is a safe, controller-free vlogging drone with strong 4K HDR video, though its guards hurt wind handling and vertical video is only a crop.
9.0
emtb.tech
≈ estimated
27/05/2025
Hands-on test · Vlogging drone
Verdict
The DJI Flip gives image quality close to the Mini 4 Pro and smart subject tracking in a safe, guarded body, but it struggles flying into a headwind.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about DJI Flip

  • High-quality 4K/60fps HDR video and 48MP photos using a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor
  • Ultra-portable, foldable design weighing under 249g, exempting it from registration in many regions
  • Full-coverage, foldable propeller guards enhance safety for indoor and close-to-people flights
  • Easy to use with palm takeoff, landing, and automated QuickShot modes
  • Strong battery life for its size, offering up to 31 minutes of flight time per charge
  • Innovative audio recording via smartphone that filters out propeller noise

What we don't like about DJI Flip

  • Limited obstacle detection, featuring only forward and downward sensors
  • Skimpy 2GB built-in internal storage, making an external microSD card essential
  • Lacks Remote ID, which may restrict professional use in certain countries like the US
  • No true vertical recording; 9:16 video is achieved via cropping at 2.7K resolution
  • Susceptible to wind drift due to its lightweight design and protective guards acting like sails
  • Limited flight range (roughly 165 feet) when controlled purely via smartphone Wi-Fi

Verdict

The DJI Flip is a compact, foldable vlog drone designed for high portability and safety, featuring an innovative design with integrated full-coverage propeller guards and a takeoff weight of under 249g. It is equipped with a high-performance 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor capable of capturing 4K/60fps HDR video, 4K/100fps slow motion, and 48MP still images, supported by a 3-axis mechanical gimbal. Key pros include its unique palm-takeoff capability, an impressive maximum flight time of 31 minutes, O4 video transmission up to 13km, and advanced AI subject tracking with 3D infrared forward obstacle sensing. However, notable cons include its limited 2GB internal storage, a lack of 4K vertical shooting (capped at 2.7K due to a non-rotating camera), and reduced aerodynamic performance in strong winds caused by the permanent propeller guards.

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