DJI Flip Review | 95 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£400
  • Avg. price in US: ~$440
  • Max flight time: 31 min
  • Video resolution: 4K/100 fps
  • Max transmission distance: 13 km

DJI Flip review. Compare 95 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among drones and if it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.6

Technical Score

10.0%

9.3

User score

Very good
7.6

Technical Score

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 components:

26.0%

6.9

Flight

24.0%

7.8

Camera

20.0%

7.3

Safety

16.0%

8.9

Connectivity

14.0%

7.5

Battery & Design

Very good
9.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

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    Technical Specifications of drone DJI Flip

    Technical Score

    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 components:

    26.0%

    6.9

    Flight

    24.0%

    7.8

    Camera

    20.0%

    7.3

    Safety

    16.0%

    8.9

    Connectivity

    14.0%

    7.5

    Battery & Design

    7.6
    DJI Flip has a technical score of 7.6 points, which is higher than that of 80.5% of products in this category.
    User score

    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the drone.

    When it matters: When you want to know how a drone performs in real flights and how reliable it is for stability, video capture, and controls according to user feedback.

    Score components:

    70.0%

    9.0

    User reviews

    30.0%

    10

    Popularity

    User score:
    United Kingdom
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    4.5
    (1905)
    United States
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    4.5
    (862)
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    4.6
    (233)

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    9.3
    DJI Flip has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than that of 92.9% of products in this category.
    Popularity
    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.
    10
    DJI Flip has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 81.2% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    7.8

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.4

    Price

    8.0
    DJI Flip has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 98.1% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    DJI
    Max flight time
    What it is: The quoted endurance shows how long the drone can stay airborne on one battery in ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you want longer flights from each battery.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=30

    31 min
    DJI Flip has a max flight time of 31 min, longer than 66.7% of drones and equal to 6%.
    Max flight distance
    What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    13 km
    DJI Flip has a max flight distance of 13 km, farther than 77.4% of drones and equal to 1.4%.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    Max flight speed
    What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
    When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=50

    12 km/h
    DJI Flip has a max flight speed of 12 km/h, slower than 64.2% of drones and equal to 2.4%.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    Max wind resistance
    What it is: The wind resistance rating shows how much wind speed the drone can handle while staying controllable.
    When it matters: When you fly in windy conditions.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10.5

    10.7 m/s
    DJI Flip has max wind resistance of 10.7 m/s, higher than 45.1% of drones and equal to 21.6%.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
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    Video resolution
    What it is: The listed recording format states maximum capture resolution and frame rate.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4K+

    4K/100 fps
    DJI Flip records video at 4K/100 fps, higher than 83.9% of drones and equal to 2.7%.
    4K camera
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone supports 4K or higher video recording.
    When it matters: When you want a drone that can record in 4K or a higher video resolution.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    DJI Flip supports 4K video, and 65.2% of drones do too.
    Sensor size
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1 inch or larger

    1/1.3"
    DJI Flip has a sensor size of 1/1.3", larger than 63.5% of drones and equal to 10.6%.
    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
    When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=12

    48 MP
    DJI Flip has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 75.8% of drones and equal to 17.7%.
    Max movie bitrate
    What it is: The bitrate indicates how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=100

    150 Mbps
    DJI Flip has a max movie bitrate of 150 Mbps, higher than 80.3% of drones and equal to 7%.
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    Obstacle detection
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can detect obstacles and warn the pilot or avoid them automatically.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    yes
    DJI Flip includes obstacle detection, and 34.7% of drones offer it.
    Value reflects partial forward/downward sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
    Return to Home (RTH)
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can automatically return to its takeoff point when needed.
    When it matters: When signal drops or the battery gets low.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Smart RTH

    yes
    DJI Flip includes return-to-home (RTH), and 74.3% of drones provide it.
    GPS
    What it is: Indicates whether the drone can use GPS positioning for navigation and stabilisation.
    When it matters: When you want steadier flight and more reliable positioning.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    DJI Flip has GPS, and 69% of drones offer GPS navigation.
    GNSS systems supported
    What it is: Lists the satellite navigation systems the drone can use, such as GPS, Galileo, or GLONASS.
    When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: GPS+Galileo+GLONASS

    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    DJI Flip supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 59.8% of drones and the same as those of 13.4% of drones.
    Obstacle sensing directions
    What it is: The listed sensing coverage shows which directions the drone can monitor for obstacles.
    When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Omnidirectional

    forward/downward
    DJI Flip senses obstacles in forward/downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 70.2% of drones and the same as that of 2% of drones.
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    Max transmission distance
    What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
    When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=10

    13 km
    DJI Flip has a max transmission distance of 13 km, farther than 86.3% of drones and equal to 2%.
    Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
    Transmission latency
    What it is: The transmission latency measures delay between camera capture, pilot view, and control response.
    When it matters: When you want the live view to feel more responsive.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=130

    120 ms
    DJI Flip has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 64.1% of drones and equal to 26.6%.
    Video transmission system
    What it is: The transmission system value identifies the radio-link technology used for control and live feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Digital low-latency

    O4
    DJI Flip uses O4 for video transmission, which is more advanced than that of 91.2% of drones and the same as that of 7.4% of drones.
    Live view quality
    What it is: The live-view mode defines resolution and frame rate of the pilot feed.
    When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1080p+

    1,080p@60 fps
    DJI Flip offers live view quality of 1080p@60 fps, higher-quality than 77.4% of drones and equal to 14.6%.
    Remote control
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated handheld remote controller is included or supported.
    When it matters: When you want easier control and monitoring in the field.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Dedicated controller

    yes
    DJI Flip includes a remote control, and 96.1% of drones ship with one.
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    Battery capacity
    What it is: The battery capacity shows how much electric charge the pack can store, commonly in mAh.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=3500

    3,110 mAh
    DJI Flip has a battery capacity of 3110 mAh, larger than 71.2% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Battery energy
    What it is: The battery energy figure, usually in Wh, describes total available energy in the pack.
    When it matters: When you want longer sessions before changing batteries.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=40

    22.3 Wh
    DJI Flip has battery energy of 22.3 Wh, higher than 63.3% of drones and equal to 0%.
    Charging time
    What it is: The charging time measures how long a depleted battery needs to reach full charge.
    When it matters: When you want shorter turnaround between flights.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=90

    70 min
    DJI Flip charges in 70 min, faster than 75.5% of drones and equal to 4.1%.
    Weight
    What it is: The measured mass of the drone body and flight hardware, usually in grams.
    When it matters: When you want the drone to be easier to carry or pack.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=900

    249 g
    DJI Flip weighs 249 g, lighter than 43.3% of drones and equal to 8%.
    Removable battery
    What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.
    When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    DJI Flip has a removable battery, and 99.4% of drones include one.
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    DJI Flip vs the average drone

    • 11.49 km longer transmission distance
      DJI Flip has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
      Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
      What it is: The maximum transmission distance indicates the farthest stable control-and-video link under ideal conditions.
      When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=10

      DJI Flip has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.13 km vs 1,507 km
    • Obstacle detection included
      DJI Flip includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
      Value reflects partial forward/downward sensing rather than omnidirectional coverage.
      What it is: Indicates whether the drone can detect obstacles and warn the pilot or avoid them automatically.
      When it matters: When you fly near trees, buildings, or other obstacles.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: Omnidirectional

      DJI Flip includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    • 11 km longer flight distance
      DJI Flip has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (13 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
      Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
      What it is: The range figure indicates how far the drone can travel while maintaining control and telemetry.
      When it matters: When you plan longer routes and want more range margin.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >=10

      DJI Flip has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (13 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.13 km vs 2 km
    • 50 Mbps faster max movie bitrate
      DJI Flip supports a higher max movie bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports 100 Mbps.
      What it is: The bitrate indicates how much video data is recorded each second, usually in Mbps.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=100

      DJI Flip supports a higher max movie bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports 100 Mbps.150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
    • 36 MP higher main camera megapixels
      DJI Flip has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
      What it is: The megapixel count states how many millions of pixels the main sensor captures per photo.
      When it matters: When you want more detail for photos or cropping.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=12

      DJI Flip has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.48 MP vs 12 MP
    • More video codec options
      DJI Flip supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
      What it is: The codec list defines how video is compressed in-camera.
      When it matters: When video quality matters for your footage.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: H.265+H.264

      DJI Flip 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
    • QuickShots supported
      DJI Flip supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
      QuickShots listed in normalized intelligent flight modes.
      What it is: Indicates whether the drone includes automated cinematic shot presets.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: QuickShots available

      DJI Flip supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
    • Shoots RAW photos
      DJI Flip can shoot RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
      What it is: Indicates whether the camera can save RAW files with minimally processed image data.
      When it matters: When you want more editing freedom in photos.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: DNG

      DJI Flip can shoot RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
    • 11 km longer flight distance
      DJI Flip has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (13 km vs 2 km). The average drone can fly up to 2 km.
    • 8 min longer flight time
      DJI Flip offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 23 min). The average drone offers 23 min of max flight time.
    • 1 m/s faster descent speed
      DJI Flip descends faster than the average drone (5 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    • 50 Mbps faster max movie bitrate
      DJI Flip supports a higher max movie bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports 100 Mbps.
    • 36 MP higher main camera megapixels
      DJI Flip has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP MP on the main camera.
    • More video codec options
      DJI Flip supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    • Shoots RAW photos
      DJI Flip can shoot RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
    • More advanced manual controls
      DJI Flip offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    • Slow-motion mode
      DJI Flip includes slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Higher photo resolution
      DJI Flip supports higher photo resolution than the average drone (8,064x 6,048 MP vs 4,000x3,000 MP). The average drone supports 4,000x3,000 MP photo resolution.
    • 2 axis higher gimbal axes
      DJI Flip has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 axis vs 1 axis). The average drone has 1 axis gimbal axes.
    • HDR mode included
      DJI Flip includes HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Higher sensor size
      DJI Flip has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2".
    • 2 GB higher internal storage
      DJI Flip has more internal storage than the average drone (2 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    • Burst mode included
      DJI Flip includes burst mode, while the average drone does not.
    • Panorama mode included
      DJI Flip includes panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
    • 384 GB higher max external memory supported
      DJI Flip supports more external storage than the average drone (512 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    • Wider tilt range
      DJI Flip offers a wider camera tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 35 ° vs -90 to 20 °). The average drone offers a camera tilt range of -90 to 20 °.
    • Obstacle detection included
      DJI Flip includes obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
    • QuickShots supported
      DJI Flip supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
    • 5 more intelligent flight mode/s
      DJI Flip has a higher n. of intelligent flight modes than the average drone (9 vs 4). The average drone value is 4.
    • Favorable EU class
      DJI Flip is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    • More GNSS systems
      DJI Flip supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou.
    • 11.49 km longer transmission distance
      DJI Flip has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (13 km vs 1,507 km). The average drone reaches 1,507 km of transmission distance.
    • Higher live view quality
      DJI Flip has better live view quality than the average drone (1,080p@60 fps vs 1,080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1,080p@25 fps.
    • More frequency bands
      DJI Flip supports 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    • 10 ms lower latency
      DJI Flip has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    • Better companion app
      DJI Flip uses the DJI Fly companion app, while the average drone uses FreeFlight Pro.
    • 880 mAh higher battery capacity
      DJI Flip has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (3,110 mAh vs 2,230 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2,230 mAh.
    • 20 min shorter charging time
      DJI Flip charges faster than the average drone (70 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    • 4 year/s newer release date
      DJI Flip is newer than the average drone (2,025 vs 2,021). The average drone was released in 2,021.
    • 52 mm more compact length
      DJI Flip has a shorter length than the average drone (233 mm vs 285 mm). The average drone length is 285 mm.
    • 4.98 Wh higher battery energy
      DJI Flip has higher battery energy than the average drone (22.3 Wh vs 17.32 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.32 Wh of energy.
    • 4 km/h slower flight speed
      DJI Flip reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    • 1,000 m lower max service ceiling
      DJI Flip can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (3,000 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
    • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
      DJI Flip has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    • 1.2 m higher hover accuracy
      DJI Flip has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    • 2 m/s lower max subject tracking speed
      DJI Flip can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 14 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 14 m/s.
    • 10 °C higher min operating temperature
      DJI Flip can operate only at a higher minimum temperature than the average drone (-10 °C vs 0 °C). The average drone has a minimum operating temperature of 0 °C.
    • 14 mm larger height
      DJI Flip has a greater height than the average drone (79 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.
    • 33.5 mm larger width
      DJI Flip is wider than the average drone (280 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
    • 1.2 m higher hover accuracy
      DJI Flip has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
      What it is: Horizontal hover accuracy states how close the drone can hold its target position sideways.
      When it matters: When you want the drone to hold position more precisely.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=0.5

      DJI Flip has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.1.5 m vs 0.3 m
    • 4 km/h slower flight speed
      DJI Flip reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.
      Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
      What it is: The maximum horizontal speed defines how quickly the drone can move across a scene.
      When it matters: When you want quicker movement or smoother tracking of fast subjects.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=50

      DJI Flip reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 km/h vs 16 km/h). The average drone reaches 16 km/h.12 km/h vs 16 km/h
    • 1,000 m lower max service ceiling
      DJI Flip can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (3,000 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.
      What it is: The service ceiling indicates the maximum altitude where the drone can maintain normal performance.
      When it matters: When you fly at higher elevations.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=4000

      DJI Flip can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (3,000 m vs 4,000 m). The average drone reaches 4,000 m.3,000 m vs 4,000 m
    • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
      DJI Flip has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
      What it is: The field-of-view angle shows how wide the camera can capture in one frame.
      When it matters: When you want a wider or tighter look from the camera.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 75-90

      DJI Flip 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 °
    • 2 m/s lower max subject tracking speed
      DJI Flip can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 14 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 14 m/s.
      What it is: The measured value for max subject tracking speed indicates where this drone sits on that performance scale.
      When it matters: When this part of flying or filming matters to you.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >=15

      DJI Flip can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 14 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 14 m/s.12 m/s vs 14 m/s
    • 14 mm larger height
      DJI Flip has a greater height than the average drone (79 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.
      What it is: The physical height describes the drone's vertical size: the third H value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you care about overall size, packing clearance, or how tall the drone sits in storage or transport.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=120

      DJI Flip has a greater height than the average drone (79 mm vs 65 mm). The average drone height is 65 mm.79 mm vs 65 mm
    • 33.5 mm larger width
      DJI Flip is wider than the average drone (280 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.
      What it is: The physical width describes the drone's side-to-side size: the second W value in its Length x Width x Height (L x W x H) dimensions set.
      When it matters: When you want a clearer picture of the drone's footprint and how much lateral space it needs in use or in a case.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <=300

      DJI Flip is wider than the average drone (280 mm vs 246.5 mm). The average drone width is 246.5 mm.280 mm vs 246.5 mm
    • 60% more expensive
      DJI Flip is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £250).
      DJI Flip is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £250).£400 vs £250

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    Third-party reviews

    (Reviews last updated: Apr 2026)

    What customers 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 customers dislike 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

    Expert reviews

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    space.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-250g "vlog camera" drone featuring a unique, foldable design with built-in propeller guards, allowing for safe, controller-free operation. It bridges the gap between the DJI Neo and Mini 4 Pro, offering a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video, AI tracking, and a 31-minute flight time, according to the review. Pros include the high-quality, 48MP RAW...Read more

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    pcmag.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a highly versatile, 249g entry-level drone that earned an "Editors' Choice" award for balancing performance, safety, and a "cyberpunk" design with integrated propeller guards. It offers a 31-minute flight time and produces high-quality 4K60 HDR video, utilizing a 48MP sensor similar to the Mini 4 Pro. Key advantages include its portability, user-friendly flight modes...Read more

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    techradar.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a specialized sub-249g beginner drone featuring a unique folding design with integrated, full-coverage propeller guards for safe, palm-based operation. It offers a 31-minute flight time, 4K/60fps HDR video, and 48MP stills via a 1/1.3-inch sensor. Key strengths include versatile, app-free controls, a 3D infrared sensing system for safety, and AI-powered subject...Read more

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    petapixel.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is presented as a specialized vlogging drone under 249 grams, featuring an integrated, foldable propeller guard design for improved safety. Key pros include simplified, automatic power-on operation, palm-launch capabilities, a 1/1.3-inch sensor with 4K/60fps HDR, and 10-bit D-Log M for enhanced editing flexibility. However, the design results in notable cons,...Read more

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    engadget.com
    21/02/2025

    The Engadget review positions the DJI Flip as a specialized "vlog camera drone" featuring a unique, foldable design with permanent propeller guards, making it ideal for indoor use and beginners. It excels in ease of use, offering intuitive, screen-free operation via palm takeoffs and voice commands, while bridging the gap between the budget DJI Neo and the premium Mini 4 Pro. Key...Read more

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    thedronegirl.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is positioned as an ideal, user-friendly drone for beginners and vloggers, combining the accessibility of the DJI Neo with superior image quality. Its standout feature is the foldable, full-coverage propeller guards, allowing for safe, close-up tracking while keeping the weight under 249 grams. The camera features a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video and...Read more

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    trustedreviews.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-250g "vlogging drone" designed for ease of use, bridging the gap between the DJI Neo and the premium Mini 4 Pro. Its key pros include a folding design with integrated propeller guards, making it exceptionally safe for indoor flights, palm takeoffs, and easy operation without a controller. The device features a capable 4K camera with 48MP photos, a 3-axis gimbal...Read more

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    tomsguide.com
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a 249g drone featuring a unique, foldable design with integrated propeller guards for enhanced safety, according to the Tom's Guide review. It excels in ease of use for beginners, offering palm launch capabilities and automated QuickShot modes for automated aerial photography. Performance highlights include a 1/1.3-inch sensor capturing 4K/60fps video, though it is...Read more

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    lifehacker.com
    14/05/2025

    The DJI Flip is a 249g foldable, beginner-friendly drone featuring integrated propeller guards, bridging the gap between the DJI Neo and Mini series. It offers a 3-axis gimbal and a 48MP 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video, ensuring high-quality, stable, and smooth footage. Key pros include 31-minute flight time, AI-powered subject tracking, and versatile control...Read more

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    wired.com
    28/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a 249g "follow-me" drone featuring a unique vertical-folding design with integrated propeller guards, making it ideal for safe indoor and palm-launch operations. It bridges the gap between the entry-level Neo and premium Mini series, offering a 1/1.3-inch sensor for 4K/60fps HDR video, 10-bit D-Log M, and versatile control options including AI tracking and voice...Read more

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    maisondudrone.com
    19/01/2025

    The DJI Flip bridges the gap between the DJI Neo and Mini 4 Pro, featuring full-coverage propeller guards and a <249g weight for safe, easy operation. Pros include a 1/1.3-inch sensor with 4K/60fps HDR, 10-bit D-Log M, and robust AI FocusTrack. Cons include reduced wind stability, limited forward-only obstacle avoidance, and no mechanical rotation for vertical, 2.7K-cropped footage.

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    simons-reviews.com
    16/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a compact, sub-250g drone that effectively bridges the gap between entry-level and high-end models, offering superior flight stability, GPS locking, and a convenient palm takeoff feature. It is equipped with a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 48-megapixel photos and 4K video at 60 fps, supported by a 3-axis gimbal for stabilization. simons-reviews.comKey advantages...Read more

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    fstoppers.com
    16/01/2025

    The DJI Flip drone, highlighted by Fstoppers for its $439 starting price, serves as a sub-250g "vlog drone" featuring a folding design with integrated propeller guards for enhanced safety and ease of use. Key capabilities include a 1/1.3-inch sensor for 4K 60fps video, 48MP photos, and 3-axis gimbal stabilization, offering significant value in the Fly More Combo. While the drone...Read more

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    drohnen.de
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-249g vlogging drone featuring an innovative folding design with integrated, power-activated carbon fiber propeller guards, positioning it between the DJI Neo and Mini 4 Pro. It boasts a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor with an f/1.7 aperture, capable of 48MP photos and 4K/60fps HDR video, alongside 10-bit D-Log M for professional color grading. Key pros include...Read more

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    drohnen.de
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip serves as a high-performance, foldable hybrid with a 249g frame, featuring a 1/1.3-inch sensor for 4K/60fps video and a 3-axis gimbal, making it suitable for content creators. Conversely, the 135g DJI Neo is an ultra-affordable "selfie drone" with a 1/2-inch sensor, 4K/30fps, and a 1-axis gimbal. While both prioritize safety with propeller guards, the Flip offers...Read more

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    bild.de
    26/07/2025

    The DJI Flip is a specialized, 249-gram "vlogging camera drone" featuring a unique, fully encased foldable propeller guard for safe indoor use and close-proximity flight. It offers extreme ease of use, including palm takeoff/landing, voice control, and AI subject tracking, while incorporating high-end features like 4K/60fps HDR video from a 1/1.3-inch sensor. Key advantages include...Read more

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    heise.de
    24/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-249g camera drone designed for creators, featuring a unique, fully enclosed, downward-folding propeller design for safe, autonomous palm takeoffs. It offers versatile control, including voice commands, and boasts a 23–25 minute flight time, though its 12 m/s top speed is moderate. While it features a 1/1.3-inch sensor with a 3-axis gimbal for excellent 4K/60fps...Read more

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    drohnen.de
    14/01/2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-249g vlog drone featuring a unique folding design with integrated propeller guards for enhanced safety and immediate, controller-free operation. It serves as a specialized, accessible camera platform that supports advanced AI subject tracking and various automatic flight modes. Key strengths include a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor delivering 4K/60fps HDR video, 48MP...Read more

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    welt.de
    06/05/2025

    The DJI Flip serves as a robust, sub-249g hybrid drone designed for ambitious hobbyists, featuring unique, full-coverage carbon fibre propeller guards for safe, close-quarters flight. It bridges the gap between beginner and advanced models by incorporating high-end 4K/60fps HDR video, a 1/1.3-inch sensor, and 3-axis stabilization, alongside smart features like palm takeoff and 3D...Read more

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    computerbild.de
    24/07/2025

    The Computer Bild review highlights the DJI Flip as a flexible 249-gram drone offering high "fun factor" with stable, user-friendly flight performance suitable for beginners. Key advantages include a 1/1.3-inch sensor for 4K/60fps video, a 31-minute flight time, and safety-focused, fully enclosed, foldable carbon-fiber propeller guards. However, drawbacks include susceptibility to...Read more

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    mac4ever.com
    4 février 2026

    The Mac4Ever review highlights the DJI Flip as an ultra-lightweight, sub-249g entry-level drone that bridges the gap between the DJI Neo and Mini 4 Pro, featuring an innovative folding carbon fiber propeller guard for safe, compact, and worry-free operation. It boasts a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video, supporting palm take-offs, auto-on functionality, and AI-driven...Read more

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    maisondudrone.com
    10 janvier 2026

    The DJI Flip is a hybrid sub-250g drone designed for beginners and vloggers, featuring innovative foldable propeller guards and a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/100fps video. It offers versatile control, ranging from fully autonomous palm takeoffs to 13km range with standard RC-N3/RC 2 controllers, along with a 3-axis gimbal and 10-bit D-Log M colour. While boasting good image...Read more

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    helicomicro.com
    14 janvier 2025

    The Helicomicro review of the DJI Flip highlights its position as a C0-certified, under-249g drone featuring a unique folding design and rigid, carbon fibre propeller guards. Key pros include high-quality imaging with a 1/1.3-inch sensor (4K/60fps HDR, 48MP stills), advanced AI subject tracking, and a 31-minute flight time, outperforming the budget-focused DJI Neo. Cons, however,...Read more

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    lokan.fr
    16 janvier 2025

    The DJI Flip is a 249g beginner-focused, foldable drone featuring a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video and 48MP photos, offering a robust, safe design with integrated propeller guards. It boasts a 31-minute flight time, 3-axis gimbal stabilization, and versatile control options, positioning it between the DJI Neo and Mini series in performance. While lauded for its...Read more

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    lesnumeriques.com
    21/03/2026

    According to the Les Numériques review, the DJI Flip is a versatile, sub-249g drone designed for both beginners and creators, featuring innovative foldable propeller guards for safe, easy operation. It stands out for its high-end imaging capabilities, utilizing a 1/1.3-inch sensor to deliver 4K 60fps video, 48MP photos, and 3-axis stabilization. While praised for its compact design,...Read more

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    gamereactor.es
    27 de febrero de 2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-249g folding drone tailored for vloggers, featuring a unique, lightweight carbon-fibre propeller guard for safe indoor and beginner operation. It offers palm takeoff and landing, 4K/60fps HDR video via a 1/1.3-inch sensor, 10-bit D-Log M, and AI-driven tracking modes, with a 31-minute flight time. Despite its strengths, the drone suffers from poor wind...Read more

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    maisondudrone.com
    19 de enero de 2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-249g "vlogging camera drone" featuring integrated, full-coverage carbon fiber propeller guards, designed for safety and ease of use, including an "unfold to power on" mechanism. It captures 4K/60fps HDR video and 48MP photos using a 1/1.3-inch sensor with a 3-axis gimbal, offering 10-bit D-Log M and advanced AI subject tracking. While offering a unique,...Read more

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    elespanol.com
    14 de enero de 2025

    The DJI Flip is a compact, under-249g foldable drone designed for creators, featuring a unique, fully integrated propeller guard system for enhanced safety during indoor flights. It leverages a 1/1.3-inch sensor to deliver 4K 60fps video and 48MP photos, with AI-driven tracking and intuitive palm takeoff capabilities. While providing superior protection, the built-in guard design...Read more

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    wired.it
    12 Febbraio 2025

    The DJI Flip is a sub-250g, C0-compliant drone featuring a unique, foldable design with integrated propeller guards, positioning it as a safe, beginner-friendly option for high-quality, close-proximity, and social media filming. While it features a 1/1.3-inch sensor with 4K/60fps HDR video, 10-bit D-Log M, and impressive, autonomous intelligent flight modes, it lacks native vertical...Read more

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    dronezine.it
    14 Gennaio 2025

    The Dronezine review positions the 249-gram DJI Flip as a secure, C0-category drone featuring 360-degree foldable propeller guards, acting as a more capable alternative to the DJI Neo for close-range, indoor, or, safe, outdoor flights. Key advantages include a 1/1.3-inch sensor recording 4K/60fps HDR, AI-powered subject tracking, 10-bit D-Log M color, and an auto-on feature,...Read more

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    dday.it
    14 Gennaio 2025

    According to a DDay.it review, the DJI Flip is a sub-249g hybrid drone featuring integrated propeller guards for enhanced safety, blending the portability of the DJI Neo with the image quality of the Mini 4 Pro. It features a "flip-to-power" mechanism, palm takeoff/landing, and a 31-minute flight time, making it highly suitable for casual, indoor, or close-proximity flying. The...Read more

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    fotonerd.it
    04 Marzo 2025

    The DJI Flip is a 249g "vlogging camera drone" featuring a unique folding design with integrated carbon fiber propeller guards, allowing for safe, handheld, indoor, and outdoor operation. It targets content creators with AI-powered, controller-free flight and a 1/1.3-inch sensor capable of 4K/60fps HDR video, 10-bit D-Log M, and 48MP photos. While offering improved 31-minute flight...Read more

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    emtb.tech
    27/05/2025

    The DJI Flip is presented as a capable "vlogging camera drone" that bridges the gap between the DJI Neo and Mini 4 Pro, featuring an innovative folding design with integrated propeller guards for safe, close-proximity operation. Weighing under 249 grams, it offers up to 31 minutes of flight time, nearly double that of the Neo, and features a 1/1.3-inch sensor with a 3-axis gimbal...Read more

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