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DJI Matrice 4T Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£5,980Max flight time:49 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:25 km

DJI Matrice 4T Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 11 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.8

Overall score

Score
8.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

85%

8.8

Technical score

15%

8.9

Review score ( 1 · 10)

Review score 15% · 8.9 · based on 11 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.
★Better than 96% of drones
8.8

Technical score

Technical score
8.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

26%

10

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

9.4

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

★Better than 96% of drones
8.9

Review score

Review score
8.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (11)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 10 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 1
≈ estimated
1

19%

9.0

a-drones.com

Video reviews 4

9.5%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

9.5%

8.0

J&E TEX DRONES LLC

4.8%

9.0

North Wind Aerial

4.8%

9.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 96% of drones
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    N/A~ £5,980

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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Matrice 4T

Technical score
Technical score
8.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

26%

10

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

9.4

Safety

16%

9.1

Connectivity

14%

7.2

Battery & Design

8.8
Review score
Review score
8.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (11)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 10 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 1
≈ estimated
1

19%

9.0

a-drones.com

Video reviews 4

9.5%

9.0

Mihail Svilenov

9.5%

8.0

J&E TEX DRONES LLC

4.8%

9.0

North Wind Aerial

4.8%

9.0

Billy Kyle

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.9
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
DJI Matrice 4T 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
6.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

8.8

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

6.5
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
â–² 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.
Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
â–² 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
â–² 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.
Payload can reduce the ceiling to 4,000 m.
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Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
â–² 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.
Thermal-camera stream resolutions were not prioritized over main visual recording mode.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–² 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"
â–² 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
â–² 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
60 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
60 Mbps
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
â–² Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
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
â–² 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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 Matrice 4T 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
  • 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
    â–² 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
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 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
    â–² 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.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    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
    â–² 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.
    Top speed may be lower in EU/CE-regulated regions.
    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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
    Payload can reduce the ceiling to 4,000 m.
    6,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 2 years newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² 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
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    â–² 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"
  • Includes thermal camera
    Thermal camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This drone has a thermal camera, while the average drone does not. 2.5% of drones offer one.
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–² 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
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    â–² 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
  • 19,200 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    25,600 ISO
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (25600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    25,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 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 panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–² 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 °
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
  • 7 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    11
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (11 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, Tracking, Follow Me, POI, Waypoint Flight, Cruise Control, Terrain Follow, FlyTo, Oblique Photography, 3D Capture, Smart Oblique
    11 vs 4
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports TapFly
    TapFly
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone supports TapFly, while the average drone does not.
  • 7.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    20 m/s
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    Tracking-speed evidence is limited or mixed for this model.
    20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    â–² 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
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C2
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² 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.
    Thermal-camera stream resolutions were not prioritized over main visual recording mode.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 40 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    60 Mbps
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
  • 29.9x more expensive
    DJI Matrice 4T is more expensive than the average drone (£5,980 vs £200).
    £5,980 vs £200
  • 6.47x less popular
    DJI Matrice 4T is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 29.9x more expensive
    DJI Matrice 4T is more expensive than the average drone (£5,980 vs £200).
    £5,980 vs £200
  • 6.47x less popular
    DJI Matrice 4T is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • 9% worse value for money
    DJI Matrice 4T has worse value for money than the average drone (6.47 vs 7.1).
    6.47 vs 7.06
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² 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.
    Thermal-camera stream resolutions were not prioritized over main visual recording mode.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 40 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    60 Mbps
    â–¼ 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
  • Fewer photo format options
    Photo formats supported
    JPEG, R-JPEG
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This drone supports JPEG, R-JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
    JPEG, R-JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
  • 8 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82 °
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82 ° vs 90 °
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • No beginner mode
    Beginner mode
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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

8.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
03/02/2026
Hands-on test · speaker, spotlight and thermal in real flight
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T's speaker is clear, loud and works well, but obstacle sensing is limited while it is in use.
9.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
16/01/2026
Hands-on training · second flight, search and thermal features
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T was a clear favorite, with many features still to explore, though learning the controls was rough.
9.0
Mihail Svilenov
≈ estimated
07/02/2025
Hands-on review · thermal, zoom, night and accessory features
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T is a major eye-opener for enterprise work and could help save lives in search and rescue.
9.0
J&E TEX DRONES LLC
≈ estimated
14/01/2026
Maiden flight · first daytime flight and thermal settings
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T is called a boss, with a bright spotlight, though its controls need learning first.
9.0
North Wind Aerial
≈ estimated
08/12/2025
Unboxing and first impressions · first flight and setup
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T's early impressions are very positive, and it is expected to become the go-to drone for responses in fair weather.
9.0
Billy Kyle
≈ estimated
08/01/2025
First look and flight · early preview
Verdict
DJI Matrice 4T looks like a strong replacement for the Mavic 3 and Matrice 30, but this is only a preliminary look.
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What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers praise the thermal camera and compact size, but doubt its weather resistance and find the app harder to use than hoped.
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Third-party reviews

What we like about DJI Matrice 4T

  • Versatile multi-sensor payload including high-resolution thermal (640x512 with 1280x1024 super-resolution), wide-angle, and telephoto cameras.
  • Advanced AI-powered features such as real-time object recognition (people, vehicles, boats) and Smart Track for automated target monitoring.
  • Exceptional flight performance with up to 49 minutes of flight time and a rapid 15-second takeoff capability for emergency response.
  • Enhanced low-light and night operations supported by an NIR auxiliary light and high-definition fisheye sensors for obstacle avoidance in the dark.
  • Compact and portable design, weighing approximately 2.7 lbs and folding down to fit into a shoulder bag.
  • Highly reliable O4 Enterprise transmission system offering a stable connection with a range up to 25 km (FCC) and 1080p/30fps live feed.
  • Integrated Laser Rangefinder with a measurement range of up to 1,800 meters for precise distance data.

What we don't like about DJI Matrice 4T

  • High financial investment required, with typical pricing around $7,000 (~6,49,990 INR), which may be a barrier for smaller organizations.
  • Lacks an official IP weather rating, making it less ideal for operation in harsh conditions like heavy rain or snow compared to the Matrice 30T.
  • Steep learning curve due to advanced features and complex operational capabilities for new users.
  • Real-world battery life may be lower than advertised, with some users reporting approximately 38 to 40 minutes per battery in non-ideal conditions.
  • High-speed 'Sport Mode' (up to 42 mph) deactivates obstacle sensors, increasing the risk of collisions during fast maneuvers.
  • Navigating strict local regulations and obtaining necessary permits for such advanced enterprise equipment can be time-consuming.

Verdict

The DJI Matrice 4T is a compact, enterprise-grade multi-sensor drone designed for public safety and industrial inspection, featuring a quad-camera system that integrates a 48MP wide-angle (1/1.3" CMOS), 48MP medium telephoto, 48MP telephoto with up to 112x hybrid zoom, and a 640×512 thermal sensor. Main characteristics include a 1,800-meter laser rangefinder, a built-in RTK module for centimeter-level positioning, and an IP55-rated foldable airframe capable of 49 minutes of flight time and a 25 km O4 Enterprise transmission range. Key pros include advanced AI-driven object recognition for people and vehicles, exceptional low-light performance with a dedicated Night Scene Mode and NIR auxiliary light, and rapid 15-second deployment. Noted cons include the lack of a mechanical shutter for high-speed mapping (found on the 4E model), limited internal storage, and an operational temperature ceiling of 40°C, which is lower than some heavy-duty industrial platforms.

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