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DJI Matrice 4E Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,340Max flight time:49 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:25 km

DJI Matrice 4E Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 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 94% of models
Score components

85%

8.7

Technical score

15%

7.4

Review score ( 0 · 3)

Review score 15% · 7.4 · based on 3 videos
3 videos count as 1 of the 4 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
★Better than 94% of drones
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 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 95% of models
Score components

26%

10

Flight

24%

7.6

Camera

20%

9.1

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

★Better than 95% of drones
7.4

Review score

Review score
7.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (3)
3 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.
Video reviews 3

12.5%

9.0

J&E TEX DRONES LLC

6.3%

8.0

Drone Dominator

6.3%

8.0

Corporate Capture

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 76% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Matrice 4E

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

26%

10

Flight

24%

7.6

Camera

20%

9.1

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

8.7
Review score
Review score
7.4/ 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
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Grades by review (3)
3 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.
Video reviews 3

12.5%

9.0

J&E TEX DRONES LLC

6.3%

8.0

Drone Dominator

6.3%

8.0

Corporate Capture

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
DJI Matrice 4E has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 74.3% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

8.6

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

6.3
Max flight time
49 min
Max flight time
49 min
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 49 min, longer than 98.5% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
35 km
Max flight distance
35 km
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 35 km, farther than 98.9% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Max flight speed
21 m/s
Max flight speed
21 m/s
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 21 m/s, faster than 88.6% of drones and equal to 6.3% of drones.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 75.5% of drones and equal to 15.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
6,000 m
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 6,000 m, higher than 81.3% of drones and equal to 12.7% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% 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
4/3"
Sensor size
4/3"
★ Better than 94% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 4/3", larger than 93.5% of drones and equal to 5.6% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP, higher than 64% of drones and equal to 9.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
60 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
60 Mbps
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 60 Mbps, lower than 75% of drones and equal to 9.2% 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.
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, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone senses obstacles in omnidirectional directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 83.4% and the same as that of 16.6%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
25 km
Max transmission distance
25 km
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 25 km, farther than 99% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
130 ms
Transmission latency
130 ms
▲ Better than 42% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 130 ms, lower than 42.3% of drones and equal to 15.5% of drones.
Video transmission system
O4 Enterprise
Video transmission system
O4 Enterprise
★ Better than 99% of models
This drone uses O4 Enterprise for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 99.5% and the same as that used by 0.5%.
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 60.9% of drones and equal to 18.8% 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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Battery capacity
6,741 mAh
Battery capacity
6,741 mAh
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 6,741 mAh, larger than 95.3% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
99.5 Wh
Battery energy
99.5 Wh
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 99.5 Wh, higher than 98.8% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
78 min
Charging time
78 min
▲ Better than 71% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 78 min, faster than 71.3% of drones and equal to 1.3% of drones.
Weight
1,219 g
Weight
1,219 g
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 1,219 g, heavier than 94.3% of drones and equal to 0.5% 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 Matrice 4E vs the average drone

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  • 34 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    35 km
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (35 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    35 km vs 1 km
  • 29 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    49 min
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (49 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    49 min vs 20 min
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    4/3"
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (4/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    4/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 24 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    25 km
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (25 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.
    25 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.
  • 82.32 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    99.5 Wh
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (99.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    99.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 4,541 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,741 mAh
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (6741 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    6,741 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (21 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    21 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 34 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    35 km
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (35 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    35 km vs 1 km
  • 29 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    49 min
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (49 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    49 min vs 20 min
  • 6 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    21 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (21 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    21 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 5 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    10 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (10 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    10 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 4 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    8 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (8 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    8 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 2,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    6,000 m
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (6000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    6,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 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
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    4/3"
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (4/3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    4/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 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
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • Includes optical zoom
    Optical zoom camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has an optical zoom camera, while the average drone does not. 6.9% of drones offer one.
  • 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.
  • Mechanical shutter
    Mechanical shutter
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone has a mechanical shutter, while the average drone does not.
    Wide-angle camera only.
  • 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
  • 198,400 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    204,800 ISO
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (204800 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    204,800 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • FPV camera
    FPV camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has an FPV camera, while the average drone does not.
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    autofocus + manual focus
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone uses autofocus + manual focus for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    autofocus + manual focus vs fixed focus
  • 13 x higher digital zoom
    Digital zoom
    16 x
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >16 x
    This drone offers more digital zoom than the average drone (16 x vs 3 x). The average drone offers 3 x of digital zoom.
    16 x vs 3 x
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8192 x 6144 px
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8192x6144 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8192x6144 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.
  • 8 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    20 MP
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (20 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    20 MP vs 12 MP
  • 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.
  • ADS-B In (AirSense)
    ADS-B In (AirSense)
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone includes ADS-B In (AirSense), while the average drone does not.
  • Supports dual-band GPS
    Dual GPS frequency support
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This drone supports dual-band GPS, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • 5.74x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    1,430 g
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (1430 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    1,430 g vs 249 g
  • 2 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    6
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    POI, Waypoint Flight, Cruise Control, Terrain Follow, 3D Capture, Smart Oblique
    6 vs 4
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C2
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone is rated as C2 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C2 vs None
  • 24 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    25 km
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (25 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.
    25 km vs 1 km
  • Built-in display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone has a built-in display, while the average drone does not.
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI Pilot 2
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone uses the DJI Pilot 2 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    DJI Pilot 2 vs HS FPV
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O4 Enterprise
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This drone uses O4 Enterprise for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O4 Enterprise vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 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
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
    Requires optional cellular dongle.
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@30 fps
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 82.32 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    99.5 Wh
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (99.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    99.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • 4,541 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,741 mAh
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (6741 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    6,741 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 12 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    78 min
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (78 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    78 min vs 90 min
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    proprietary
    ▼ Worse than 42% of models
    This drone uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    proprietary vs micro-USB
  • 4.96x higher weight
    Weight
    1,219 g
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (1219 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    1,219 g vs 246 g
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 40 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    60 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (60 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    60 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 87 mm taller body height
    Height
    149.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (149.5 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    149.5 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 146.5 mm wider width
    Width
    387.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (387.5 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    387.5 mm vs 241 mm
  • 16.7x more expensive
    DJI Matrice 4E is more expensive than the average drone (£3,340 vs £200).
    £3,340 vs £200
  • 12.2% worse value for money
    DJI Matrice 4E has worse value for money than the average drone (6.29 vs 7.1).
    6.29 vs 7.06
  • 16.7x more expensive
    DJI Matrice 4E is more expensive than the average drone (£3,340 vs £200).
    £3,340 vs £200
  • 12.2% worse value for money
    DJI Matrice 4E has worse value for money than the average drone (6.29 vs 7.1).
    6.29 vs 7.06
  • 6.47x less popular
    DJI Matrice 4E is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8-f/11
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8-f/11 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 40 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    60 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (60 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    60 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    84 °
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (84 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    84 ° vs 90 °
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    This drone does not support beginner mode, while the average drone does.
  • 4.96x higher weight
    Weight
    1,219 g
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (1219 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    1,219 g vs 246 g
  • 87 mm taller body height
    Height
    149.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (149.5 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    149.5 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 146.5 mm wider width
    Width
    387.5 mm
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (387.5 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    387.5 mm vs 241 mm
  • 32 mm longer body length
    Length
    307 mm
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (307 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    307 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
03/03/2026
Real-world mapping job · large-area RTK mapping in wind
Verdict
The DJI Matrice 4E is highly recommended for mapping and handles strong wind well, though it overheated once on the job.
8.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
21/01/2026
Low-battery test · return-to-home during a live mapping mission
Verdict
The DJI Matrice 4E's low-battery return-to-home worked as intended during a live mapping mission.
8.0
Drone Dominator
≈ estimated
12/08/2026
Overview review · enterprise features and suitability for professionals
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4E is overkill for hobbyists but a strong workflow upgrade for surveyors, engineers and commercial operators.
9.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
30/10/2025
First flight · mapping test and tracking
Verdict
The DJI Matrice 4E is powerful, with a steep learning curve for mapping.
8.0
Corporate Capture
≈ estimated
17/05/2025
Feature rundown · mapping and inspection use cases
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4E looks like a strong pick for mapping and inspection work, based on its listed capabilities alone.
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Third-party reviews

What we like about DJI Matrice 4E

  • Exceptional camera quality featuring a 4/3-inch CMOS 20MP wide-angle sensor with a mechanical shutter for precise mapping
  • Improved productivity with rapid 0.5-second interval shooting and 5-directional oblique capture
  • Extended flight time of up to 49–55 minutes depending on payload and conditions
  • Advanced obstacle avoidance with an upgraded omnidirectional system and 3D infrared sensing for complex environments
  • Integrated RTK module that allows for additional accessories (like parachutes) without interference
  • Superior control via the new DJI RC Plus 2, which offers high screen brightness (1400 nits) and better processing power
  • High wind resistance (up to 12 m/s) and reliable performance in extreme temperatures (-10°C to 40°C)

What we don't like about DJI Matrice 4E

  • Reports of GNSS/GPS interference issues in urban areas and near telecom sites, which can cancel intelligent flight missions
  • High initial investment cost, which can be a significant barrier for smaller firms or independent operators
  • Lack of a formal IP rating for the aircraft, making it sensitive to heavy rain or downpours
  • Steep learning curve due to the complexity and advanced feature set of the enterprise system
  • Incompatibility with previous generation (Mavic 3 Enterprise) batteries due to increased size and capacity

Verdict

The DJI Matrice 4E is a compact enterprise drone optimized for high-precision mapping and surveying, featuring a 4/3-inch CMOS 20 MP wide camera with a mechanical shutter to eliminate rolling shutter distortion. It is equipped with a versatile three-camera payload, including a 48 MP medium telephoto (70mm equivalent) and a 48 MP telephoto lens (168mm equivalent) capable of 56x hybrid zoom, alongside an integrated laser rangefinder with a 1,800-meter range. Main pros include its impressive 49-minute maximum flight time, rapid 0.5-second shooting intervals for efficient data collection, and advanced AI-powered obstacle sensing that functions even in low-light environments. However, notable cons include its lack of a formal IP water-resistance rating and the fact that its telephoto lenses do not support RAW photo capture, limiting post-processing flexibility for zoomed-in imagery.

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