OVERALL

ALTERNATIVES

SPECS

VS AVERAGE

REVIEWS

DJI Mini 2 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£420Max flight time:31 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Mini 2 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 77 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.1

▲Better than 66% of drones

6.7

▲Better than 65% of drones

8.8

▲Better than 88% of drones

5.9
Aerial photography
Aerial photography
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards a large camera sensor, high photo resolution, a high megapixel count and a wide aperture.
When it matters
When image quality, high display fidelity, and reliable cameras are essential for your daily workflow.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
35.0%
7.2
Sensor size
25.0%
7.3
Photo resolution
20.0%
3.0
Main camera megapixels
20.0%
4.8
Aperture
6.6
Filmmaking
Filmmaking
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards high video resolution, wide dynamic range, a high bitrate, gimbal stabilization and flat color profiles.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific filmmaking needs.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
25.0%
7.8
Video resolution
20.0%
?
Video dynamic range
20.0%
6.2
Max movie bitrate
20.0%
10
Gimbal axes
15.0%
4.2
Color profiles
7.0
Beginners
Beginners
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards obstacle detection, automatic return to home, stable hovering and intelligent flight modes that make first flights safer.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific beginners needs.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
30.0%
10
Hover accuracy (horizontal)
25.0%
4.0
Obstacle detection
25.0%
10
Return to Home (RTH)
20.0%
2.3
N. of intelligent flight modes
8.7
Travel
Travel
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards low weight, long flight time and short charging time.
When it matters
When prioritizing long battery endurance, compact weight, and dependable on-the-go connectivity.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
45.0%
9.0
Weight
30.0%
8.0
Max flight time
25.0%
9.2
Charging time
6.5
Long range
Long range
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards long transmission and flight distance, low video latency and a sharp live view.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific long range needs.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
35.0%
8.5
Max transmission distance
30.0%
6.0
Max flight distance
20.0%
5.8
Live view quality
15.0%
4.0
Transmission latency
5.8
Sports tracking
Sports tracking
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards subject tracking, high flight speed, obstacle sensing in many directions and wind resistance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific sports tracking needs.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components
40.0%
4.0
Subject tracking
25.0%
7.8
Max flight speed
20.0%
4.7
Obstacle sensing directions
15.0%
8.7
Max wind resistance

Best prices

*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Best rankings

Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mini 2

7.1

Show more

Hide

Flight

7.4

Show more

Hide

Max flight time

Max flight distance

Max flight speed

Max wind resistance

Max service ceiling (ASL)

Show more

What reviewers say

Max wind resistance

dday.it: Stronger motors cope better with wind
drohnen.de: Handles wind better than the original Mini
sueddeutsche.de: Flies steadily and copes well with wind thanks to stronger motors
dronewatch.nl: Stronger motors hold steady in force 4 winds
wired.com: Upgraded motors handle wind better
space.com: Steady in windy conditions
amateurphotographer.com: Improved motors handle winds up to Level 5
techradar.com: Better wind resistance, up to Level 5
cnet.com: Holds up much better in wind
uk.pcmag.com: Stronger motors handle wind better
lesnumeriques.com: Under 249g yet sturdier in wind thanks to stronger motors
frandroid.com: Stronger motors give Level 5 wind resistance
jorgeciscar.com: Holds its position well in wind
drone-zone.de: Stronger motors cope better with wind
chip.de: Copes with wind better than the original Mini
global.techradar.com: Stays stable in level 5 winds
dcrainmaker.com: Stronger motors handle wind better
cameralabs.com: Handles level 5 winds
dronezine.it: Stays stable in winds up to 24mph
pcwelt.de: Holds steady in wind up to about 37 km/h
finnoytravel.com: Came back against a headwind at 2.5 km altitude in the Alps
winkco.news: Stable and quiet in the air, holding against wind up to 37.8 km/h
digitalcameraworld.com: Holds a hover in wind up to 24mph (force 5)
Jake Sloan: Copes well with cold weather and some wind
CHIP: Stable in the air, even in winds close to 40 km/h
The Handyman: Higher top speeds make it less affected by wind than before
Discoverdose: Holds its position well even in strong seaside airflow
Hubert Aile: Better wind resistance than its predecessor
Jose A. Rubio: Holds position in winds up to level 5
David Rosillo: Motors handle wind better than before

slrlounge.com: Drifts in wind because it's so light
fotografiamoderna.it: Side wind above about 8 m/s pushes it off course
tomshw.it: Can't handle strong, steady wind
Think Media: Not suited to strong wind
Digital Trends: Strong gusts should be avoided
Jake Sloan: Weaker wind resistance than larger drones and no real slow motion
Hubert Aile: Not suited to flying in strong wind
Benji Around the World: Very slow to return against a headwind
Jose A. Rubio: Struggles to fly back to its home point in strong wind; Loses much speed in 20 km/h gusts when returning

Max flight time

andreagaleazzi.com: 25–26 minutes of real flight time
drohnen.de: Up to 31 minutes of flight per battery
sueddeutsche.de: About 31 minutes of flight and RAW photo support
outdoornow.nl: The Fly More Combo's three batteries give roughly 90 minutes of flying, so you stop to charge less often
space.com: 31-minute battery life
cnet.com: 31-minute flight time
slrlounge.com: 31-minute battery life
drone-zone.de: 31 minutes of flight time per battery
global.techradar.com: 31 minutes of flight time
dronezine.it: Around 31 minutes per battery
drohnen-versichern.de: Nearly 30 minutes of steady flight per battery
schroederdennis.de: Over 20 minutes of flying per battery, with three batteries and a water-repellent bag in the Fly More Combo
finnoytravel.com: 20–24 minutes per battery in real flights, with 11% still left after 24 minutes
alpha-photo.fr: Rated for up to 31 minutes per battery
developpement-pellicule.fr: Real flight times of about 25–30 minutes per battery
recensionedigitale.it: About 25 minutes of 4K recording per battery in testing
tomshw.it: Up to 31 minutes of flight in calm air
italianhype.it: About 27–28 minutes of flight per battery
apple-notizie.it: About 30 minutes per battery, up to an hour with the Fly More spares
thephoblographer.com: About half an hour per battery, enough time to plan each shot
Zacharias P.: Long, practical battery life of about 25 minutes
Digital Trends: Around 31 minutes of battery life in a compact body
Dustin Dunnill: Lighter, with about a minute more flight time than the original
Matti Haapoja: Around 31 minutes of flight time, a minute longer than the original
Jarno Zampirollo: Around 25 minutes of flight per battery in Sport mode; Four batteries give about an hour of flying
andreagaleazzi: About 25 minutes of flight in calm real-world conditions
Jose A. Rubio: Very low battery drain in the creator's use
TimeToGuide: Battery clearly better than the previous drone

amateurphotographer.com: Real-world flight time is often just 23–26 minutes, so the Fly More Combo is worth getting
frandroid.com: Real battery life often falls short of the claimed 31 minutes
jorgeciscar.com: Real flight time is shorter than advertised
bestedrone.nl: Flight time drops noticeably when flying hard
socialandtech.net: Sport mode is louder and cuts flight time to under 20 minutes
digitalcameraworld.com: Flight time left in the app drops sharply whenever the drone climbs
Think Media: Short flight time, so spare batteries are recommended
kamerakinder: Real flight time falls well short of the stated 31 minutes
The Handyman: Real flight time is about 20 to 28 minutes, short of the rated 31
Discoverdose: Real battery life is about 20 minutes, not the rated 30
andreagaleazzi: Small battery, so the Combo is the better buy
David Rosillo: Flight time up only about one minute, to 31 minutes
Xataka: Real flight time is about 20 to 25 minutes

Camera

6.3

Show more

Hide

Video resolution

4K camera

Sensor size

Main camera megapixels

Max movie bitrate

Show more

What reviewers say

Sensor size, Video resolution, Video dynamic range, Image stabilization type

dday.it: 4K/30fps at 100 Mbps for more detail, plus RAW (DNG) photos
dronewatch.nl: 4K video at 100 Mbps and RAW (DNG) photos
outdoornow.nl: 4K video at 30fps
wired.com: 4K video and RAW photos
amateurphotographer.com: 4K at 30fps plus RAW photos
techradar.com: 3-axis gimbal for steadier footage; 4K at 30fps plus RAW photos
cnet.com: 4K video and RAW photos, both new over the first Mini
lesnumeriques.com: 3-axis gimbal gives steady video; 4K/30fps video and RAW photos
frandroid.com: 4K/30fps video and RAW photos
jorgeciscar.com: 4K/30fps video plus RAW photos for later editing
chip.de: 3-axis gimbal keeps 4K/30fps video smooth
dpreview.com: 4K/30p video at 100 Mbps keeps more fine detail
bestedrone.nl: Sharp footage with natural colors; Shots stay smooth even during fast moves
pcwelt.de: 4K video at 100 Mbit/s, sharp enough for a 65-inch 4K TV
dronepascher.fr: Real 4K on a 3-axis gimbal, still clean in daylight
alpha-photo.fr: 4K/30fps video stabilised by a 3-axis gimbal
developpement-pellicule.fr: Very stable, level footage even in windy conditions
fotografiamoderna.it: 4K video at 100 Mbps, up from 2.7K on the Mavic Mini
socialandtech.net: 3-axis gimbal keeps the live view and footage steady and sharp
Zacharias P.: Image quality is a clear step up from the Mini 1 thanks to the 4K camera
Steve Coutts: Footage and photos rival those from much larger drones; More accurate colours than the Mavic Mini
Digital Trends: 4K video upgrade at 100 megabits per second; Stable gimbal footage, even in wind
Matti Haapoja: Excellent image quality for a beginner drone
Jake Sloan: 4K recording, a clear step up from the original Mini
kamerakinder: Footage almost as good as much larger drones
justaschmidt: Photo and video quality is impressive for such a small sensor
The Handyman: 4K recording makes it the clear choice for good footage
Discoverdose: Excellent image quality in good light, with accurate colours and detail
Hubert Aile: Good video quality for leisure use
Mike Bonjour: 4K at 100 Mbps, and 1080p at 60 fps
Benji Around the World: Clean 4K footage for such a small drone
Alessandro Morolla: Good video quality for social media and small screens
Slimdogs: Smoother gimbal tilt control in cine mode; Image quality is decent and good enough for sharing
SmartWorld: Good 4K footage that holds up with light editing
Los vídeos de Félix: Excellent camera for the price, with great photos and video
Jose A. Rubio: Footage stays stable and smooth even in strong gusts
David Rosillo: Very good image quality for its size; 4K 30 fps video and RAW photo format added
EscapeKreativo: Footage still holds up years after release; Good results when white balance and ND filters are used well
TimeToGuide: Image quality good enough for Instagram reels

andreagaleazzi.com: Limited dynamic range for professional work
drohnen.de: 1/2.3-inch sensor has limited dynamic range, so bright skies and dark shadows suffer
dronewatch.nl: Noise in shadows from the small sensor; Limited dynamic range in high-contrast scenes
slrlounge.com: Limited dynamic range, so bright and dark areas can lose detail
jorgeciscar.com: Small 1/2.3-inch sensor struggles with bright skies and dark shadows, so ND filters and careful exposure are needed
chip.de: 1/2.3-inch sensor loses detail in scenes with both bright and dark areas
schroederdennis.de: Gimbal reaches its limit in Sport mode, so fast footage can shake
photolari.com: Fine detail looks thin when you zoom in; 12MP isn't enough for very large prints
winkco.news: 12MP photos are too small for big prints
thephoblographer.com: Strong flare when shooting into the sun
Zacharias P.: Camera dynamic range is slightly lower
overVolt: Less suited than the Mavic Air 2 for demanding video work
Steve Coutts: Gimbal moves slowly when pointed straight down; Gimbal jerks, especially in Sport mode; Little real gain in camera performance over the Mavic Mini
Matt Hildebrand: Smaller camera sensor than bigger drones
Jake Sloan: Limited dynamic range when a scene has very bright and very dark areas
justaschmidt: Small sensor gives limited dynamic range and noise at high ISO
Johnny Hand: Snow and dark trees make footage look less appealing
Hubert Aile: Small sensor, not ideal for demanding videographers
Alessandro Morolla: A small line appears in the upper left when recording in 4K; The fix for that line is only promised in a future update
DDay.it: Small camera sensor, not suited to professional photo and video
Alessandro Morolla: Small sensor with some grain and limited dynamic range
andreagaleazzi: Visible jagged edges in 4K footage, while 1080p looks cleaner; Not built for professional use
Postandfly: Gimbal jolt in vertical shots, never fixed; Video quality not clearly ahead of rivals
Jose A. Rubio: Gimbal leveling problem in Sport mode, likely a firmware issue
Jose A. Rubio: Auto white balance gets erratic when the gimbal moves a lot
EscapeKreativo: Needs careful white balance and ND filters around the midday sun
TimeToGuide: Image gets weaker when filming into the light; Colours are weaker on grey, overcast days

RAW photo capture, Digital zoom, HDR mode, Color profiles

uk.pcmag.com: RAW (DNG) photos for editing
dpreview.com: Raw+JPEG shooting for photo editing
cameralabs.com: Raw and Auto Exposure Bracketing help in tricky light
dronezine.it: 4x digital zoom for closer framing
drohnen-versichern.de: Shoots RAW (DNG) photos and panoramas
pcwelt.de: RAW (DNG) photos plus automatic HDR bracketing and 3 kinds of panorama
photolari.com: RAW photos and manual video controls give a natural look you can edit
winkco.news: RAW photos, unlike the first Mavic Mini
fotografiamoderna.it: RAW photos, panoramas and exposure bracketing now included
tomshw.it: Up to 4x zoom when recording in Full HD
pcmag.com: Zoom causes no quality loss when recording in 2.7K or 1080p
Steve Coutts: RAW photo support gives more room to edit
Discoverdose: Pro mode gives control of ISO, exposure and shutter speed
Mike Bonjour: RAW photos are a big plus for editing
Alessandro Morolla: RAW photo support and good exposure in bright sky
Slimdogs: Digital zoom gives fun perspective effects
SmartWorld: RAW photo support for more room in post-production
Alex Tienda: Photo modes such as 180-degree panoramas and uncompressed RAW shots

outdoornow.nl: Camera control is limited to tilt
amateurphotographer.com: Fixed aperture means you need ND filters in bright light
jorgeciscar.com: 8-bit video leaves little room for color editing
bestedrone.nl: No built-in storage, so a memory card is a must
photolari.com: RAW photos take only about half a stop of editing before quality drops
recensionedigitale.it: 4K tops out at 30 fps, with no flat colour profile for grading
fotografiamoderna.it: RAW photos have limited dynamic range; Digital zoom (up to 4x in 1080p) loses quality
italianhype.it: No HDR, so shots facing the sun suffer
pcmag.com: No HDR video, Hyperlapse or color profiles; No built-in storage, so you must buy a microSD card
Matti Haapoja: Digital zoom only, and crops look softer; No slow motion or log recording like the Mavic Air 2
Drohnen: No 60 fps option in 4K video
CHIP: No internal storage, so a microSD card is needed; Video capped at 100 Mbit per second
Mike Bonjour: Video only in automatic mode, with no cinematic colour profile
DDay.it: No internal memory, so it needs a microSD card
Alessandro Morolla: RAW photos leave limited room for post-production
Slimdogs: Zoom is digital rather than optical
David Rosillo: No 60 fps slow motion even in 2.7K
EscapeKreativo: Newer models give a much more professional look in 10-bit log

Safety

5.9

Show more

Hide

Obstacle detection

Return to Home (RTH)

GPS

GNSS systems supported

Obstacle sensing directions

Show more

What reviewers say

GPS, Return to Home (RTH), Hover accuracy (horizontal), Beginner mode

bestedrone.nl: Flying within five minutes of unboxing; Responds instantly to the sticks and holds steady in some wind
schroederdennis.de: No calibration needed, as sensors balance the drone automatically; Let go of the sticks and it stops and hovers in place
photolari.com: So easy to fly that you can focus on framing the shot
dronepascher.fr: GPS keeps it locked in place and brings it home on its own
thephoblographer.com: Warns about high wind and interference, and cancelled a landing when a leaf blew under it
Think Media: Return-to-home climbs high first to avoid obstacles; Quiet and easy to set up, with a strong signal throughout
Gautier Veltri: Good for beginners, with plenty of room to grow
Matt Hildebrand: Easy to fly and simple to use
Idaho Quadcopter: Fast flight, over 16 meters per second; Quick climb and descent, powerful for its size
Dustin Dunnill: Smooth, intuitive flying for beginners
Matti Haapoja: Smooth, easy flying, and quiet compared with FPV drones
kamerakinder: Small, light and easy to fly
Drohnen: Easy to fly, with stable handling that suits beginners
The Handyman: Agile, responsive handling that feels easier to control than the Parrot Anafi
Johnny Hand: Stable on its first flight in snow; Sport mode up to 57 km/h is fun to try
Benji Around the World: Flies indoors without GPS when the pilot has some control
Alexis Texier: Very stable flight behaviour in the air; Automatic return home on low battery or signal loss
Alessandro Morolla: Stable and confident in flight
TecHsia: Fun FPV mode with a more dynamic flying feel
Jarno Zampirollo: Very easy to fly, suitable for beginners; Fast, responsive handling in Sport mode
andreagaleazzi: Smoother, more precise controls than the Mini 1
Los vídeos de Félix: Stable, reliable flight that rivals larger drones
Postandfly: Good for beginners who want to learn real piloting
Jose A. Rubio: Easy to take out and start recording quickly
Xataka: Simple to fly and record with; Easy to fly for both beginners and veteran pilots
Jose A. Rubio: Well suited to newcomers to flying
Alex Tienda: One-button takeoff that hovers about 1.2 metres up
TimeToGuide: Return-to-home brings the drone back if the signal is lost
TimeToGuide: Home point setup makes return to the take-off spot easy

pcmag.com: Even short lawn grass stops the propellers, so you need flat ground to take off
digitalcameraworld.com: Needs room to stop outside Cine mode
Dustin Dunnill: Return-to-home missed the launch spot by about 3 feet
Drohnen: Return flight needed hand steering through gaps between trees
Benji Around the World: Needs a bright room of around 20 square metres to fly safely
Jarno Zampirollo: Long braking distance; the drone keeps descending after you release the sticks; Sport mode is very fast and needs care near obstacles; Limited to city parks, and better suited to open areas
SmartWorld: Jerky movements make precise manoeuvres harder

Obstacle detection, Obstacle sensing directions

dday.it: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
andreagaleazzi.com: No obstacle sensors, so beginners need to fly carefully
drohnen.de: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
sueddeutsche.de: No obstacle sensors, so inexperienced pilots crash more easily
dronewatch.nl: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
outdoornow.nl: No advanced obstacle sensors, so you have to fly carefully
wired.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
space.com: No obstacle avoidance, so take care in tight spaces
amateurphotographer.com: No advanced obstacle sensors, so you have to fly cautiously
techradar.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors, which makes it less safe
cnet.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
slrlounge.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
uk.pcmag.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
lesnumeriques.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
frandroid.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
jorgeciscar.com: No obstacle sensors, so you must watch for trees and walls yourself
drone-zone.de: No obstacle avoidance sensors
chip.de: No obstacle avoidance sensors
global.techradar.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors at all
dcrainmaker.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
dpreview.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
cameralabs.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
dronezine.it: No obstacle avoidance, so take care near trees and buildings
drohnen-versichern.de: No obstacle detection or ActiveTrack
pcwelt.de: No obstacle sensors
finnoytravel.com: No collision sensors, and only five QuickShots with no route flying
dronepascher.fr: No obstacle avoidance, only downward sensors
alpha-photo.fr: No proximity sensors to warn of obstacles
developpement-pellicule.fr: No obstacle sensors, so avoiding collisions is up to you
winkco.news: No collision sensors, so prop guards are wise for beginners
recensionedigitale.it: No front or side sensors to avoid collisions
socialandtech.net: No obstacle sensors, so close flying needs extra care
tomshw.it: No anti-collision sensors
italianhype.it: No obstacle sensors, which is risky for new pilots
apple-notizie.it: No collision sensors, unlike the bigger Mavic Air 2
thephoblographer.com: No obstacle detection
Zacharias P.: No obstacle sensors, so bumps can be costly
Gautier Veltri: No obstacle sensors, manageable with good flying technique
Digital Trends: No obstacle sensors, so the pilot must watch where it flies
Jake Sloan: No obstacle avoidance, so the pilot must watch the flight path
Drohnen: No obstacle sensors or automatic tracking modes
CHIP: No obstacle detection or active tracking
Discoverdose: Only basic automatic modes, with no obstacle avoidance
Hubert Aile: No obstacle detection, only a downward proximity sensor
Benji Around the World: No proximity sensor, which is annoying for beginners
Mike Bonjour: No obstacle detection sensors on this model
Benji Around the World: No obstacle sensing, so walls must be approached carefully
Alexis Texier: Only a downward sensor, no full obstacle sensing
DDay.it: No obstacle or collision sensors, its biggest limit
SmartWorld: No obstacle sensors, intelligent modes or HDR
Los vídeos de Félix: No obstacle sensors, so no intelligent flight modes

Subject tracking, QuickShots, Waypoint flight, N. of intelligent flight modes

amateurphotographer.com: QuickShot modes for automated aerial shots
techradar.com: QuickShot modes for easy automated shots
slrlounge.com: QuickShot modes for automated shots
chip.de: QuickShot modes fly cinematic moves automatically
alpha-photo.fr: QuickShots fly preset moves on their own for quick social clips
Kempetenz: QuickShot modes are simple to start and fly automatically; Tracking holds the subject well at slow and moderate speeds; Distance, direction and video quality can be adjusted for each QuickShot
TecHsia: QuickShots, spherical photo and zoom add easy creative options
Postandfly: Panorama and all QuickShots modes included
Xataka: QuickShots like Orbit, Spiral and Rocket work well
Alex Tienda: QuickShot modes that film automatically while the drone moves

dday.it: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects automatically
andreagaleazzi.com: No ActiveTrack or other automatic flight modes
drohnen.de: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects
sueddeutsche.de: No ActiveTrack or Hyperlapse
dronewatch.nl: No ActiveTrack
outdoornow.nl: ActiveTrack is reserved for higher-end models
wired.com: Lacks the advanced automated flight modes of premium models
space.com: Missing advanced features such as ActiveTrack
cnet.com: Missing ActiveTrack and other advanced software features
uk.pcmag.com: No ActiveTrack or advanced tracking modes
lesnumeriques.com: No advanced tracking or other smart modes
frandroid.com: No ActiveTrack for following subjects
drone-zone.de: Lacks advanced automated flight modes
chip.de: No ActiveTrack, so it can't follow you on its own
dcrainmaker.com: No ActiveTrack follow-me mode
dpreview.com: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects
cameralabs.com: QuickShots can default to a lower resolution unless you change it
dronezine.it: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects; No Hyperlapse mode
schroederdennis.de: Preset flight patterns like Sling Shot can't be changed
pcwelt.de: No ActiveTrack, so filming yourself skiing or biking means flying by hand
dronepascher.fr: No ActiveTrack, so it can't film you hiking or biking on its own
alpha-photo.fr: No automatic tracking mode; No waypoint flying
developpement-pellicule.fr: Can't follow a person or vehicle automatically; No waypoint flying
recensionedigitale.it: No Follow Me or ActiveTrack for vlogs and sports
pcmag.com: No ActiveTrack, so it can't follow you
digitalcameraworld.com: QuickShots record only in 1080P
Zacharias P.: No ActiveTrack to automatically follow the pilot; No time-lapse mode, even though the hardware could support one
Gautier Veltri: No automatic flight modes such as Spotlight or Point of Interest; QuickShots limited to HD and weak when tracking buildings
FlytPath: No basic follow-me mode, which hurts solo content creators
Dustin Dunnill: QuickShots locked to 1080p, with no 4K option; Weak subject tracking, not suited to following action
Jake Sloan: No active tracking, so it will not follow a walking subject
Kempetenz: Subject tracking is very limited compared with stronger systems; Tracking briefly loses the subject before finding it again; QuickShots need open space, as trees and obstacles are a real risk
The Handyman: No Follow Me function, and third-party app workarounds don't count
Discoverdose: No follow-me mode, so it cannot track you without the controller
Hubert Aile: No tracking or waypoint missions
Alexis Texier: No ActiveTrack for following a moving subject
DDay.it: Follow-me kept the drone high when the rider descended a slope
David Rosillo: No active tracking and no H265 codec

Connectivity

6.9

Show more

Hide

Max transmission distance

Transmission latency

Video transmission system

Live view quality

Remote control

Show more

What reviewers say

Max transmission distance, Video transmission system, Live view quality

dday.it: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the connection stable
andreagaleazzi.com: OcuSync 2.0 holds the link far better than older Wi-Fi models
drohnen.de: OcuSync 2.0 gives a steady link with up to 10 km of range
sueddeutsche.de: OcuSync 2.0 reaches much further than on the original Mini
dronewatch.nl: OcuSync 2.0 gives a rock-solid, long-range connection
outdoornow.nl: OcuSync 2.0 gives far better range and stability than its predecessor
wired.com: OcuSync 2.0 range up to 6 miles
space.com: OcuSync 2.0 link up to 10km
amateurphotographer.com: Reliable long-range link via OcuSync 2.0
cnet.com: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the connection reliable over longer distances
uk.pcmag.com: Reliable long-range link via OcuSync 2.0
lesnumeriques.com: OcuSync 2.0 brings better range and a reliable link
frandroid.com: OcuSync 2.0 greatly improves range and connection stability
jorgeciscar.com: Steady, reliable video link thanks to OcuSync 2.0
drone-zone.de: OcuSync 2.0 gives a steadier, longer-range link
global.techradar.com: Video link reaches up to 10km with OcuSync 2.0
dcrainmaker.com: OcuSync 2.0 gives far better range
dpreview.com: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the signal steady at long range
cameralabs.com: OcuSync 2.0 link far stronger than the original's Wi-Fi
dronezine.it: Long, stable video link via OcuSync 2.0
finnoytravel.com: No signal trouble at 2 km over open ground
photolari.com: Stable OcuSync link without the scary Wi-Fi dropouts of the older Mini
winkco.news: Range up to 6 km in Europe, compared with 2 km on the Mavic Mini
recensionedigitale.it: OcuSync 2.0 stayed stable with little lag, even in busy urban areas
socialandtech.net: OcuSync 2.0 held the signal without dropouts out to 2–2.5 km in testing
italianhype.it: OcuSync 2 controller loses the signal far less often in built-up areas
apple-notizie.it: OcuSync 2 gives a steadier link than the older Wi-Fi models
pcmag.com: Rock-solid connection even at long range
digitalcameraworld.com: Reached the 500m UK legal limit with no video or control dropouts
Think Media: Strong link with a range of about 10 km
Zacharias P.: OcuSync transmission gives strong, reliable signal reception
Gautier Veltri: Better radio link and safer flight behaviour than its predecessor
Matt Hildebrand: GPS and signal work well
Dustin Dunnill: Longer video range at 4K, and a better OcuSync 2 link than the original Mini
Jake Sloan: Strong signal link and stronger motors for longer range
Drohnen: Signal reserve well beyond what legal flying in Germany needs; Excellent range results across the whole test
Drohnen: Near-unlimited range, and 4K video with zoom added
CHIP: Clear images and stable transmission during testing
Hubert Aile: More secure radio link than the first generation
Benji Around the World: Five km of range, well beyond the original Mavic Mini; Stronger signal than the original Mavic Mini, which had dropouts in town
Mike Bonjour: Better OcuSync 2.0 radio link than the first Mavic Mini
Alessandro Morolla: Strong signal from the new transmission link
DDay.it: OcuSync link replaces the old Wi-Fi for a more reliable connection
Alessandro Morolla: Stable HD transmission at range, even behind a hill
TecHsia: Much better video transmission than the Mini 1
Slimdogs: Much stronger signal, dropping out less than the Mini 1
Jose A. Rubio: Reliable, robust link at long range
TimeToGuide: Good connection and quick app response

finnoytravel.com: Signal weakens after about 1 km with buildings or trees in the way, with 10–15 second blackouts
Drohnen: Long-range flying carries real risk, so the test should not be repeated; Test held at 30 m height, so full range potential is not shown
CHIP: Up to 10 km range is theoretical; in Germany only visual-line-of-sight flying is allowed
Johnny Hand: Signal was lost briefly when flying in sport mode
Benji Around the World: Signal weak in places; the controller must be reoriented to get bars
TecHsia: Latency and a disturbed signal at longer distances; Needs open space away from obstacles for a reliable link
Jose A. Rubio: Signal behaves worse behind many obstacles than other DJI drones
TimeToGuide: Brief signal loss at times, though it recovered quickly

Battery & Design

7.4

Show more

Hide

Battery capacity

Battery energy

Charging time

Weight

Removable battery

Show more

What reviewers say

Weight, Length, Width, Height

dday.it: Under 249g, so fewer flying rules apply
andreagaleazzi.com: Light enough that many regions require no pilot's license
drohnen.de: 249g and foldable, so it packs small
sueddeutsche.de: Under 249g, which avoids many flying restrictions
dronewatch.nl: Under 250g, so it stays within lighter drone rules
outdoornow.nl: Ultra-light at under 249g
wired.com: 249 grams, so no FAA registration needed
space.com: Folds small and weighs 249g, which gets around some registration rules
slrlounge.com: Under 250g and very portable
uk.pcmag.com: Folds down small for carrying
frandroid.com: Still under 249g despite the upgrades
jorgeciscar.com: Under 250g, so fewer registration rules apply
drone-zone.de: Under 249g, so fewer rules apply
chip.de: Sub-250g and easy to carry anywhere
global.techradar.com: Folds down small at 249g
dcrainmaker.com: At 237g it avoids many registration rules
drohnen-versichern.de: Folds to 138 x 81 x 58 mm, small enough for any backpack; Under 249g, so no drone license needed under EU rules
photolari.com: Small enough for a coat pocket, with a well-made harness in the Fly More pack
dronepascher.fr: Fits in a jacket pocket when folded
alpha-photo.fr: Under 250g and fits in the palm of a hand
winkco.news: Only about 14 cm long, so it sits in one hand
socialandtech.net: At under 250g, no pilot certificate needed for low-risk flights in Italy
tomshw.it: Folds to the size of a Coke can (140×82×57 mm)
apple-notizie.it: Under 250g, so no flying licence is needed in most countries
pcmag.com: At 249g it skips FAA registration for hobby flying
digitalcameraworld.com: 249g puts it in the C0 class in the UK and Europe, with no FAA registration needed in the US
Think Media: Light, compact and easy to take on trips
Gautier Veltri: Under 250 grams, so easy to carry and travel with
overVolt: Compact enough to keep on hand for everyday flying
FlytPath: Small enough to keep in the bag at all times; Good fit for travelers and solo content creators
Idaho Quadcopter: Under 250 grams, so no FAA registration is needed for hobby flying
Digital Trends: Light at 249 grams, so no registration is needed
Jake Sloan: Very small and light, easy to carry on trips
Drohnen: Under 250 grams keeps EU flight rules to a minimum
justaschmidt: Compact and light enough to carry everywhere
Drohnen: Under 250 grams, which keeps regulatory requirements to a minimum
Johnny Hand: Very compact and light, under 250 grams
Discoverdose: Ultra-compact, and fits easily in a coat pocket
Hubert Aile: Compact, light and easy to carry
Mike Bonjour: Under 250 g, very light and quieter in flight
Benji Around the World: Small enough to fit in one hand and carry anywhere
Alexis Texier: Under 250 grams, and easy to take anywhere
DDay.it: Under 250 g and fits in one hand, easy to carry
Alessandro Morolla: Very light build with easier rules for flying
andreagaleazzi: Compact drone under 250 grams, no licence needed
SmartWorld: Under 250 grams, flyable without a licence
Los vídeos de Félix: Small and light, easy to take anywhere; Under 250 grams, so looser rules apply
David Rosillo: Very compact and light, easy to carry
Jose A. Rubio: Easy to carry and quick to unfold
Alex Tienda: Very small and light, yet powerful for its size
TimeToGuide: Very compact and under 250 grams, so easy to carry
TimeToGuide: Very compact and under 250 grams, no drone licence needed

winkco.news: So small it's hard to keep in sight once it's far away
apple-notizie.it: EU rules from 2021 still require registration and an operator ID sticker
Idaho Quadcopter: Sub-250 gram drones are exempt from remote ID, so flights are not broadcast

DJI Mini 2 vs the average drone

Why is DJI Mini 2 better than the average drone?

Show more

Hide

9 km longer transmission range
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 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.
10 km vs 1 km
3 more gimbal axes
Gimbal axes
3
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
3 vs 0
11 min longer flight time
Max flight time
31 min
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
31 min vs 20 min
9 km longer flight distance
Max flight distance
10 km
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
10 km vs 1 km
More modern charging port
Charging interface
USB-C
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
USB-C vs micro-USB
Captures RAW photos
RAW photo capture
yes
▲ Better than 67% of models
This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
Supports QuickShots
QuickShots
yes
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
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

54.5% more popular
DJI Mini 2 is more popular than the average drone (10 vs 6.5).
10 vs 6.47

11 min longer flight time
Max flight time
31 min
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
31 min vs 20 min
9 km longer flight distance
Max flight distance
10 km
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
10 km vs 1 km
1 m/s faster flight speed
Max flight speed
16 m/s
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (16 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
16 m/s vs 15 m/s

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
Captures RAW photos
RAW photo capture
yes
▲ Better than 67% of models
This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
More advanced stabilization
Image stabilization type
3-Axis Mechanical
▲ Better than 62% of models
This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
Richer manual controls
Manual camera controls
full
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
full vs no
More video format options
Video formats
MP4, MOV
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone supports MP4, MOV video formats, while the average drone supports MP4.
MP4, MOV vs MP4
Supports slow-motion mode
Slow-motion mode
yes
▲ Better than 71% of models
This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
Supports burst mode
Burst mode
yes
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
Supports panorama mode
Panorama mode
yes
▲ Better than 54% of models
This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.

Supports QuickShots
QuickShots
yes
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.

9 km longer transmission range
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 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.
10 km vs 1 km
More polished companion app
Companion app
DJI Fly
▲ Better than 84% of models
This drone uses the DJI Fly companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
DJI Fly vs HS FPV

More modern charging port
Charging interface
USB-C
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
USB-C vs micro-USB
116 mm shorter body length
Length
159 mm
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
This drone is shorter than the average drone (159 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
159 mm vs 275 mm
8 min shorter charging time
Charging time
82 min
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges faster than the average drone (82 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
82 min vs 90 min

Why is DJI Mini 2 worse than the average drone?

Show more

Hide

No subject tracking
Subject tracking
no
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
Narrower aperture
Aperture
f/2.8
▼ Worse than 64% of models
This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
f/2.8 vs f/2
No POI mode
POI mode
no
▼ Worse than 66% of models
This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
70 ms higher latency
Transmission latency
200 ms
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (200 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
200 ms vs 130 ms
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
3 fewer flight modes
N. of intelligent flight modes
1
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0 – >8
This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
QuickShots
1 vs 4
Fewer GNSS systems
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
▲ Better than 69% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
Lower live view quality
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
▼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps

2.1x more expensive
DJI Mini 2 is more expensive than the average drone (£420 vs £200).
£420 vs £200

3 years older release date
Release date
2020
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2k – >2k
This drone is older than the average drone (2020 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
November 2020
2020 vs 2023
0.5 m/s slower descent speed
Max descent speed
3.5 m/s
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3.5 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
3.5 m/s vs 4 m/s

Narrower aperture
Aperture
f/2.8
▼ Worse than 64% of models
This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
f/2.8 vs f/2
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
7 ° narrower field of view
Field of view
83 °
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (83 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
83 ° vs 90 °
3,200 ISO lower max ISO
Max ISO
3,200 ISO
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
This drone reaches a lower max ISO than the average drone (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
Lower photo resolution
Photo resolution
4000 x 3000 px
▲ Better than 52% of models
This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px

No subject tracking
Subject tracking
no
▼ Worse than 61% of models
This drone cannot track subjects, while the average drone can.
No POI mode
POI mode
no
▼ Worse than 66% of models
This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
3 fewer flight modes
N. of intelligent flight modes
1
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <0 – >8
This drone offers fewer intelligent flight modes than the average drone (1 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
QuickShots
1 vs 4
Fewer GNSS systems
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
▲ Better than 69% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
No headless mode
Headless mode
no
▼ Worse than 55% of models
This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.

70 ms higher latency
Transmission latency
200 ms
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (200 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
200 ms vs 130 ms
Lower live view quality
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
▼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
More basic transmission system
Video transmission system
OcuSync 2.0
▲ Better than 73% of models
This drone uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
OcuSync 2.0 vs SkyLink 2.0

Video reviews

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

9.0

Idaho Quadcopter

≈ estimated

29/09/2022

Full flight test · features, shots and panorama modes

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is still a great drone and good value, with strong features and fast, powerful flight.

9.0

Think Media

≈ estimated

22/11/2021

Hands-on review · range, return-to-home and battery

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is a good starter drone for most people, with strong range and 4K video.

9.0

FlytPath

≈ estimated

08/06/2021

Long-term review · eight months of flying

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is still the best value you can buy after eight months of flying, and it is worth buying.

9.0

Steve Coutts

≈ estimated

08/01/2021

Long-term test · over a month of regular flying

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is a great first drone with solid 4K footage, though Mavic Mini owners may want to wait.

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

≈ estimated

26/11/2020

In-depth flight test · features, quick shots and return-to-home

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is a good beginner drone, but its quick-shot and tracking limits keep it from being an all-rounder.

8.0

Jake Sloan

≈ estimated

16/11/2020

Hands-on review · winter and mountain flights in Alaska

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is probably the ideal drone for frequent travelers who want something very small and capable.

9.0

Digital Trends

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

Hands-on review · flight in wind, new features and price

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is a strong upgrade and probably the best travel drone, held back only by low light and no obstacle sensors.

9.5

Matti Haapoja

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

Hands-on review · first flights, battery and image quality

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is the best beginner drone seen so far, with strong image quality and easy, smooth flying.

9.0

Matt Hildebrand

≈ estimated

18/08/2024

Setup video · controls, folding and app overview

Verdict

DJI Mini 2 is easy to fly, with reliable GPS and signal, and a good budget choice for starting out.

Shop video

What reviewers agree on

Based on 42 · 44

Reviewers love the tiny size and strong signal range, but the lack of obstacle sensing and limited smart modes are big letdowns.

Praised

Likes (52)

dday.it: Under 249g, so fewer flying rules apply
andreagaleazzi.com: Light enough that many regions require no pilot's license
drohnen.de: 249g and foldable, so it packs small
sueddeutsche.de: Under 249g, which avoids many flying restrictions
dronewatch.nl: Under 250g, so it stays within lighter drone rules
outdoornow.nl: Ultra-light at under 249g
wired.com: 249 grams, so no FAA registration needed
space.com: Folds small and weighs 249g, which gets around some registration rules
slrlounge.com: Under 250g and very portable
uk.pcmag.com: Folds down small for carrying
frandroid.com: Still under 249g despite the upgrades
jorgeciscar.com: Under 250g, so fewer registration rules apply
drone-zone.de: Under 249g, so fewer rules apply
chip.de: Sub-250g and easy to carry anywhere
global.techradar.com: Folds down small at 249g
dcrainmaker.com: At 237g it avoids many registration rules
drohnen-versichern.de: Folds to 138 x 81 x 58 mm, small enough for any backpack; Under 249g, so no drone license needed under EU rules
photolari.com: Small enough for a coat pocket, with a well-made harness in the Fly More pack
dronepascher.fr: Fits in a jacket pocket when folded
alpha-photo.fr: Under 250g and fits in the palm of a hand
winkco.news: Only about 14 cm long, so it sits in one hand
socialandtech.net: At under 250g, no pilot certificate needed for low-risk flights in Italy
tomshw.it: Folds to the size of a Coke can (140×82×57 mm)
apple-notizie.it: Under 250g, so no flying licence is needed in most countries
pcmag.com: At 249g it skips FAA registration for hobby flying
digitalcameraworld.com: 249g puts it in the C0 class in the UK and Europe, with no FAA registration needed in the US
Think Media: Light, compact and easy to take on trips
Gautier Veltri: Under 250 grams, so easy to carry and travel with
overVolt: Compact enough to keep on hand for everyday flying
FlytPath: Small enough to keep in the bag at all times; Good fit for travelers and solo content creators
Idaho Quadcopter: Under 250 grams, so no FAA registration is needed for hobby flying
Digital Trends: Light at 249 grams, so no registration is needed
Jake Sloan: Very small and light, easy to carry on trips
Drohnen: Under 250 grams keeps EU flight rules to a minimum
justaschmidt: Compact and light enough to carry everywhere
Drohnen: Under 250 grams, which keeps regulatory requirements to a minimum
Johnny Hand: Very compact and light, under 250 grams
Discoverdose: Ultra-compact, and fits easily in a coat pocket
Hubert Aile: Compact, light and easy to carry
Mike Bonjour: Under 250 g, very light and quieter in flight
Benji Around the World: Small enough to fit in one hand and carry anywhere
Alexis Texier: Under 250 grams, and easy to take anywhere
DDay.it: Under 250 g and fits in one hand, easy to carry
Alessandro Morolla: Very light build with easier rules for flying
andreagaleazzi: Compact drone under 250 grams, no licence needed
SmartWorld: Under 250 grams, flyable without a licence
Los vídeos de Félix: Small and light, easy to take anywhere; Under 250 grams, so looser rules apply
David Rosillo: Very compact and light, easy to carry
Jose A. Rubio: Easy to carry and quick to unfold
Alex Tienda: Very small and light, yet powerful for its size
TimeToGuide: Very compact and under 250 grams, so easy to carry
TimeToGuide: Very compact and under 250 grams, no drone licence needed

Dislikes (3)

winkco.news: So small it's hard to keep in sight once it's far away
apple-notizie.it: EU rules from 2021 still require registration and an operator ID sticker
Idaho Quadcopter: Sub-250 gram drones are exempt from remote ID, so flights are not broadcast

Likes (48)

dday.it: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the connection stable
andreagaleazzi.com: OcuSync 2.0 holds the link far better than older Wi-Fi models
drohnen.de: OcuSync 2.0 gives a steady link with up to 10 km of range
sueddeutsche.de: OcuSync 2.0 reaches much further than on the original Mini
dronewatch.nl: OcuSync 2.0 gives a rock-solid, long-range connection
outdoornow.nl: OcuSync 2.0 gives far better range and stability than its predecessor
wired.com: OcuSync 2.0 range up to 6 miles
space.com: OcuSync 2.0 link up to 10km
amateurphotographer.com: Reliable long-range link via OcuSync 2.0
cnet.com: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the connection reliable over longer distances
uk.pcmag.com: Reliable long-range link via OcuSync 2.0
lesnumeriques.com: OcuSync 2.0 brings better range and a reliable link
frandroid.com: OcuSync 2.0 greatly improves range and connection stability
jorgeciscar.com: Steady, reliable video link thanks to OcuSync 2.0
drone-zone.de: OcuSync 2.0 gives a steadier, longer-range link
global.techradar.com: Video link reaches up to 10km with OcuSync 2.0
dcrainmaker.com: OcuSync 2.0 gives far better range
dpreview.com: OcuSync 2.0 keeps the signal steady at long range
cameralabs.com: OcuSync 2.0 link far stronger than the original's Wi-Fi
dronezine.it: Long, stable video link via OcuSync 2.0
finnoytravel.com: No signal trouble at 2 km over open ground
photolari.com: Stable OcuSync link without the scary Wi-Fi dropouts of the older Mini
winkco.news: Range up to 6 km in Europe, compared with 2 km on the Mavic Mini
recensionedigitale.it: OcuSync 2.0 stayed stable with little lag, even in busy urban areas
socialandtech.net: OcuSync 2.0 held the signal without dropouts out to 2–2.5 km in testing
italianhype.it: OcuSync 2 controller loses the signal far less often in built-up areas
apple-notizie.it: OcuSync 2 gives a steadier link than the older Wi-Fi models
pcmag.com: Rock-solid connection even at long range
digitalcameraworld.com: Reached the 500m UK legal limit with no video or control dropouts
Think Media: Strong link with a range of about 10 km
Zacharias P.: OcuSync transmission gives strong, reliable signal reception
Gautier Veltri: Better radio link and safer flight behaviour than its predecessor
Matt Hildebrand: GPS and signal work well
Dustin Dunnill: Longer video range at 4K, and a better OcuSync 2 link than the original Mini
Jake Sloan: Strong signal link and stronger motors for longer range
Drohnen: Signal reserve well beyond what legal flying in Germany needs; Excellent range results across the whole test
Drohnen: Near-unlimited range, and 4K video with zoom added
CHIP: Clear images and stable transmission during testing
Hubert Aile: More secure radio link than the first generation
Benji Around the World: Five km of range, well beyond the original Mavic Mini; Stronger signal than the original Mavic Mini, which had dropouts in town
Mike Bonjour: Better OcuSync 2.0 radio link than the first Mavic Mini
Alessandro Morolla: Strong signal from the new transmission link
DDay.it: OcuSync link replaces the old Wi-Fi for a more reliable connection
Alessandro Morolla: Stable HD transmission at range, even behind a hill
TecHsia: Much better video transmission than the Mini 1
Slimdogs: Much stronger signal, dropping out less than the Mini 1
Jose A. Rubio: Reliable, robust link at long range
TimeToGuide: Good connection and quick app response

Dislikes (8)

finnoytravel.com: Signal weakens after about 1 km with buildings or trees in the way, with 10–15 second blackouts
Drohnen: Long-range flying carries real risk, so the test should not be repeated; Test held at 30 m height, so full range potential is not shown
CHIP: Up to 10 km range is theoretical; in Germany only visual-line-of-sight flying is allowed
Johnny Hand: Signal was lost briefly when flying in sport mode
Benji Around the World: Signal weak in places; the controller must be reoriented to get bars
TecHsia: Latency and a disturbed signal at longer distances; Needs open space away from obstacles for a reliable link
Jose A. Rubio: Signal behaves worse behind many obstacles than other DJI drones
TimeToGuide: Brief signal loss at times, though it recovered quickly

Likes (30)

dday.it: Stronger motors cope better with wind
drohnen.de: Handles wind better than the original Mini
sueddeutsche.de: Flies steadily and copes well with wind thanks to stronger motors
dronewatch.nl: Stronger motors hold steady in force 4 winds
wired.com: Upgraded motors handle wind better
space.com: Steady in windy conditions
amateurphotographer.com: Improved motors handle winds up to Level 5
techradar.com: Better wind resistance, up to Level 5
cnet.com: Holds up much better in wind
uk.pcmag.com: Stronger motors handle wind better
lesnumeriques.com: Under 249g yet sturdier in wind thanks to stronger motors
frandroid.com: Stronger motors give Level 5 wind resistance
jorgeciscar.com: Holds its position well in wind
drone-zone.de: Stronger motors cope better with wind
chip.de: Copes with wind better than the original Mini
global.techradar.com: Stays stable in level 5 winds
dcrainmaker.com: Stronger motors handle wind better
cameralabs.com: Handles level 5 winds
dronezine.it: Stays stable in winds up to 24mph
pcwelt.de: Holds steady in wind up to about 37 km/h
finnoytravel.com: Came back against a headwind at 2.5 km altitude in the Alps
winkco.news: Stable and quiet in the air, holding against wind up to 37.8 km/h
digitalcameraworld.com: Holds a hover in wind up to 24mph (force 5)
Jake Sloan: Copes well with cold weather and some wind
CHIP: Stable in the air, even in winds close to 40 km/h
The Handyman: Higher top speeds make it less affected by wind than before
Discoverdose: Holds its position well even in strong seaside airflow
Hubert Aile: Better wind resistance than its predecessor
Jose A. Rubio: Holds position in winds up to level 5
David Rosillo: Motors handle wind better than before

Dislikes (9)

slrlounge.com: Drifts in wind because it's so light
fotografiamoderna.it: Side wind above about 8 m/s pushes it off course
tomshw.it: Can't handle strong, steady wind
Think Media: Not suited to strong wind
Digital Trends: Strong gusts should be avoided
Jake Sloan: Weaker wind resistance than larger drones and no real slow motion
Hubert Aile: Not suited to flying in strong wind
Benji Around the World: Very slow to return against a headwind
Jose A. Rubio: Struggles to fly back to its home point in strong wind; Loses much speed in 20 km/h gusts when returning

Likes (29)

bestedrone.nl: Flying within five minutes of unboxing; Responds instantly to the sticks and holds steady in some wind
schroederdennis.de: No calibration needed, as sensors balance the drone automatically; Let go of the sticks and it stops and hovers in place
photolari.com: So easy to fly that you can focus on framing the shot
dronepascher.fr: GPS keeps it locked in place and brings it home on its own
thephoblographer.com: Warns about high wind and interference, and cancelled a landing when a leaf blew under it
Think Media: Return-to-home climbs high first to avoid obstacles; Quiet and easy to set up, with a strong signal throughout
Gautier Veltri: Good for beginners, with plenty of room to grow
Matt Hildebrand: Easy to fly and simple to use
Idaho Quadcopter: Fast flight, over 16 meters per second; Quick climb and descent, powerful for its size
Dustin Dunnill: Smooth, intuitive flying for beginners
Matti Haapoja: Smooth, easy flying, and quiet compared with FPV drones
kamerakinder: Small, light and easy to fly
Drohnen: Easy to fly, with stable handling that suits beginners
The Handyman: Agile, responsive handling that feels easier to control than the Parrot Anafi
Johnny Hand: Stable on its first flight in snow; Sport mode up to 57 km/h is fun to try
Benji Around the World: Flies indoors without GPS when the pilot has some control
Alexis Texier: Very stable flight behaviour in the air; Automatic return home on low battery or signal loss
Alessandro Morolla: Stable and confident in flight
TecHsia: Fun FPV mode with a more dynamic flying feel
Jarno Zampirollo: Very easy to fly, suitable for beginners; Fast, responsive handling in Sport mode
andreagaleazzi: Smoother, more precise controls than the Mini 1
Los vídeos de Félix: Stable, reliable flight that rivals larger drones
Postandfly: Good for beginners who want to learn real piloting
Jose A. Rubio: Easy to take out and start recording quickly
Xataka: Simple to fly and record with; Easy to fly for both beginners and veteran pilots
Jose A. Rubio: Well suited to newcomers to flying
Alex Tienda: One-button takeoff that hovers about 1.2 metres up
TimeToGuide: Return-to-home brings the drone back if the signal is lost
TimeToGuide: Home point setup makes return to the take-off spot easy

Dislikes (7)

pcmag.com: Even short lawn grass stops the propellers, so you need flat ground to take off
digitalcameraworld.com: Needs room to stop outside Cine mode
Dustin Dunnill: Return-to-home missed the launch spot by about 3 feet
Drohnen: Return flight needed hand steering through gaps between trees
Benji Around the World: Needs a bright room of around 20 square metres to fly safely
Jarno Zampirollo: Long braking distance; the drone keeps descending after you release the sticks; Sport mode is very fast and needs care near obstacles; Limited to city parks, and better suited to open areas
SmartWorld: Jerky movements make precise manoeuvres harder

Likes (28)

andreagaleazzi.com: 25–26 minutes of real flight time
drohnen.de: Up to 31 minutes of flight per battery
sueddeutsche.de: About 31 minutes of flight and RAW photo support
outdoornow.nl: The Fly More Combo's three batteries give roughly 90 minutes of flying, so you stop to charge less often
space.com: 31-minute battery life
cnet.com: 31-minute flight time
slrlounge.com: 31-minute battery life
drone-zone.de: 31 minutes of flight time per battery
global.techradar.com: 31 minutes of flight time
dronezine.it: Around 31 minutes per battery
drohnen-versichern.de: Nearly 30 minutes of steady flight per battery
schroederdennis.de: Over 20 minutes of flying per battery, with three batteries and a water-repellent bag in the Fly More Combo
finnoytravel.com: 20–24 minutes per battery in real flights, with 11% still left after 24 minutes
alpha-photo.fr: Rated for up to 31 minutes per battery
developpement-pellicule.fr: Real flight times of about 25–30 minutes per battery
recensionedigitale.it: About 25 minutes of 4K recording per battery in testing
tomshw.it: Up to 31 minutes of flight in calm air
italianhype.it: About 27–28 minutes of flight per battery
apple-notizie.it: About 30 minutes per battery, up to an hour with the Fly More spares
thephoblographer.com: About half an hour per battery, enough time to plan each shot
Zacharias P.: Long, practical battery life of about 25 minutes
Digital Trends: Around 31 minutes of battery life in a compact body
Dustin Dunnill: Lighter, with about a minute more flight time than the original
Matti Haapoja: Around 31 minutes of flight time, a minute longer than the original
Jarno Zampirollo: Around 25 minutes of flight per battery in Sport mode; Four batteries give about an hour of flying
andreagaleazzi: About 25 minutes of flight in calm real-world conditions
Jose A. Rubio: Very low battery drain in the creator's use
TimeToGuide: Battery clearly better than the previous drone

Dislikes (13)

amateurphotographer.com: Real-world flight time is often just 23–26 minutes, so the Fly More Combo is worth getting
frandroid.com: Real battery life often falls short of the claimed 31 minutes
jorgeciscar.com: Real flight time is shorter than advertised
bestedrone.nl: Flight time drops noticeably when flying hard
socialandtech.net: Sport mode is louder and cuts flight time to under 20 minutes
digitalcameraworld.com: Flight time left in the app drops sharply whenever the drone climbs
Think Media: Short flight time, so spare batteries are recommended
kamerakinder: Real flight time falls well short of the stated 31 minutes
The Handyman: Real flight time is about 20 to 28 minutes, short of the rated 31
Discoverdose: Real battery life is about 20 minutes, not the rated 30
andreagaleazzi: Small battery, so the Combo is the better buy
David Rosillo: Flight time up only about one minute, to 31 minutes
Xataka: Real flight time is about 20 to 25 minutes

Mixed views

Likes (39)

dday.it: 4K/30fps at 100 Mbps for more detail, plus RAW (DNG) photos
dronewatch.nl: 4K video at 100 Mbps and RAW (DNG) photos
outdoornow.nl: 4K video at 30fps
wired.com: 4K video and RAW photos
amateurphotographer.com: 4K at 30fps plus RAW photos
techradar.com: 3-axis gimbal for steadier footage; 4K at 30fps plus RAW photos
cnet.com: 4K video and RAW photos, both new over the first Mini
lesnumeriques.com: 3-axis gimbal gives steady video; 4K/30fps video and RAW photos
frandroid.com: 4K/30fps video and RAW photos
jorgeciscar.com: 4K/30fps video plus RAW photos for later editing
chip.de: 3-axis gimbal keeps 4K/30fps video smooth
dpreview.com: 4K/30p video at 100 Mbps keeps more fine detail
bestedrone.nl: Sharp footage with natural colors; Shots stay smooth even during fast moves
pcwelt.de: 4K video at 100 Mbit/s, sharp enough for a 65-inch 4K TV
dronepascher.fr: Real 4K on a 3-axis gimbal, still clean in daylight
alpha-photo.fr: 4K/30fps video stabilised by a 3-axis gimbal
developpement-pellicule.fr: Very stable, level footage even in windy conditions
fotografiamoderna.it: 4K video at 100 Mbps, up from 2.7K on the Mavic Mini
socialandtech.net: 3-axis gimbal keeps the live view and footage steady and sharp
Zacharias P.: Image quality is a clear step up from the Mini 1 thanks to the 4K camera
Steve Coutts: Footage and photos rival those from much larger drones; More accurate colours than the Mavic Mini
Digital Trends: 4K video upgrade at 100 megabits per second; Stable gimbal footage, even in wind
Matti Haapoja: Excellent image quality for a beginner drone
Jake Sloan: 4K recording, a clear step up from the original Mini
kamerakinder: Footage almost as good as much larger drones
justaschmidt: Photo and video quality is impressive for such a small sensor
The Handyman: 4K recording makes it the clear choice for good footage
Discoverdose: Excellent image quality in good light, with accurate colours and detail
Hubert Aile: Good video quality for leisure use
Mike Bonjour: 4K at 100 Mbps, and 1080p at 60 fps
Benji Around the World: Clean 4K footage for such a small drone
Alessandro Morolla: Good video quality for social media and small screens
Slimdogs: Smoother gimbal tilt control in cine mode; Image quality is decent and good enough for sharing
SmartWorld: Good 4K footage that holds up with light editing
Los vídeos de Félix: Excellent camera for the price, with great photos and video
Jose A. Rubio: Footage stays stable and smooth even in strong gusts
David Rosillo: Very good image quality for its size; 4K 30 fps video and RAW photo format added
EscapeKreativo: Footage still holds up years after release; Good results when white balance and ND filters are used well
TimeToGuide: Image quality good enough for Instagram reels

Dislikes (27)

andreagaleazzi.com: Limited dynamic range for professional work
drohnen.de: 1/2.3-inch sensor has limited dynamic range, so bright skies and dark shadows suffer
dronewatch.nl: Noise in shadows from the small sensor; Limited dynamic range in high-contrast scenes
slrlounge.com: Limited dynamic range, so bright and dark areas can lose detail
jorgeciscar.com: Small 1/2.3-inch sensor struggles with bright skies and dark shadows, so ND filters and careful exposure are needed
chip.de: 1/2.3-inch sensor loses detail in scenes with both bright and dark areas
schroederdennis.de: Gimbal reaches its limit in Sport mode, so fast footage can shake
photolari.com: Fine detail looks thin when you zoom in; 12MP isn't enough for very large prints
winkco.news: 12MP photos are too small for big prints
thephoblographer.com: Strong flare when shooting into the sun
Zacharias P.: Camera dynamic range is slightly lower
overVolt: Less suited than the Mavic Air 2 for demanding video work
Steve Coutts: Gimbal moves slowly when pointed straight down; Gimbal jerks, especially in Sport mode; Little real gain in camera performance over the Mavic Mini
Matt Hildebrand: Smaller camera sensor than bigger drones
Jake Sloan: Limited dynamic range when a scene has very bright and very dark areas
justaschmidt: Small sensor gives limited dynamic range and noise at high ISO
Johnny Hand: Snow and dark trees make footage look less appealing
Hubert Aile: Small sensor, not ideal for demanding videographers
Alessandro Morolla: A small line appears in the upper left when recording in 4K; The fix for that line is only promised in a future update
DDay.it: Small camera sensor, not suited to professional photo and video
Alessandro Morolla: Small sensor with some grain and limited dynamic range
andreagaleazzi: Visible jagged edges in 4K footage, while 1080p looks cleaner; Not built for professional use
Postandfly: Gimbal jolt in vertical shots, never fixed; Video quality not clearly ahead of rivals
Jose A. Rubio: Gimbal leveling problem in Sport mode, likely a firmware issue
Jose A. Rubio: Auto white balance gets erratic when the gimbal moves a lot
EscapeKreativo: Needs careful white balance and ND filters around the midday sun
TimeToGuide: Image gets weaker when filming into the light; Colours are weaker on grey, overcast days

Likes (18)

uk.pcmag.com: RAW (DNG) photos for editing
dpreview.com: Raw+JPEG shooting for photo editing
cameralabs.com: Raw and Auto Exposure Bracketing help in tricky light
dronezine.it: 4x digital zoom for closer framing
drohnen-versichern.de: Shoots RAW (DNG) photos and panoramas
pcwelt.de: RAW (DNG) photos plus automatic HDR bracketing and 3 kinds of panorama
photolari.com: RAW photos and manual video controls give a natural look you can edit
winkco.news: RAW photos, unlike the first Mavic Mini
fotografiamoderna.it: RAW photos, panoramas and exposure bracketing now included
tomshw.it: Up to 4x zoom when recording in Full HD
pcmag.com: Zoom causes no quality loss when recording in 2.7K or 1080p
Steve Coutts: RAW photo support gives more room to edit
Discoverdose: Pro mode gives control of ISO, exposure and shutter speed
Mike Bonjour: RAW photos are a big plus for editing
Alessandro Morolla: RAW photo support and good exposure in bright sky
Slimdogs: Digital zoom gives fun perspective effects
SmartWorld: RAW photo support for more room in post-production
Alex Tienda: Photo modes such as 180-degree panoramas and uncompressed RAW shots

Dislikes (18)

outdoornow.nl: Camera control is limited to tilt
amateurphotographer.com: Fixed aperture means you need ND filters in bright light
jorgeciscar.com: 8-bit video leaves little room for color editing
bestedrone.nl: No built-in storage, so a memory card is a must
photolari.com: RAW photos take only about half a stop of editing before quality drops
recensionedigitale.it: 4K tops out at 30 fps, with no flat colour profile for grading
fotografiamoderna.it: RAW photos have limited dynamic range; Digital zoom (up to 4x in 1080p) loses quality
italianhype.it: No HDR, so shots facing the sun suffer
pcmag.com: No HDR video, Hyperlapse or color profiles; No built-in storage, so you must buy a microSD card
Matti Haapoja: Digital zoom only, and crops look softer; No slow motion or log recording like the Mavic Air 2
Drohnen: No 60 fps option in 4K video
CHIP: No internal storage, so a microSD card is needed; Video capped at 100 Mbit per second
Mike Bonjour: Video only in automatic mode, with no cinematic colour profile
DDay.it: No internal memory, so it needs a microSD card
Alessandro Morolla: RAW photos leave limited room for post-production
Slimdogs: Zoom is digital rather than optical
David Rosillo: No 60 fps slow motion even in 2.7K
EscapeKreativo: Newer models give a much more professional look in 10-bit log

Criticised

Dislikes (51)

dday.it: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
andreagaleazzi.com: No obstacle sensors, so beginners need to fly carefully
drohnen.de: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
sueddeutsche.de: No obstacle sensors, so inexperienced pilots crash more easily
dronewatch.nl: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
outdoornow.nl: No advanced obstacle sensors, so you have to fly carefully
wired.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
space.com: No obstacle avoidance, so take care in tight spaces
amateurphotographer.com: No advanced obstacle sensors, so you have to fly cautiously
techradar.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors, which makes it less safe
cnet.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
slrlounge.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
uk.pcmag.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
lesnumeriques.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
frandroid.com: No obstacle-avoidance sensors
jorgeciscar.com: No obstacle sensors, so you must watch for trees and walls yourself
drone-zone.de: No obstacle avoidance sensors
chip.de: No obstacle avoidance sensors
global.techradar.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors at all
dcrainmaker.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
dpreview.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
cameralabs.com: No obstacle avoidance sensors
dronezine.it: No obstacle avoidance, so take care near trees and buildings
drohnen-versichern.de: No obstacle detection or ActiveTrack
pcwelt.de: No obstacle sensors
finnoytravel.com: No collision sensors, and only five QuickShots with no route flying
dronepascher.fr: No obstacle avoidance, only downward sensors
alpha-photo.fr: No proximity sensors to warn of obstacles
developpement-pellicule.fr: No obstacle sensors, so avoiding collisions is up to you
winkco.news: No collision sensors, so prop guards are wise for beginners
recensionedigitale.it: No front or side sensors to avoid collisions
socialandtech.net: No obstacle sensors, so close flying needs extra care
tomshw.it: No anti-collision sensors
italianhype.it: No obstacle sensors, which is risky for new pilots
apple-notizie.it: No collision sensors, unlike the bigger Mavic Air 2
thephoblographer.com: No obstacle detection
Zacharias P.: No obstacle sensors, so bumps can be costly
Gautier Veltri: No obstacle sensors, manageable with good flying technique
Digital Trends: No obstacle sensors, so the pilot must watch where it flies
Jake Sloan: No obstacle avoidance, so the pilot must watch the flight path
Drohnen: No obstacle sensors or automatic tracking modes
CHIP: No obstacle detection or active tracking
Discoverdose: Only basic automatic modes, with no obstacle avoidance
Hubert Aile: No obstacle detection, only a downward proximity sensor
Benji Around the World: No proximity sensor, which is annoying for beginners
Mike Bonjour: No obstacle detection sensors on this model
Benji Around the World: No obstacle sensing, so walls must be approached carefully
Alexis Texier: Only a downward sensor, no full obstacle sensing
DDay.it: No obstacle or collision sensors, its biggest limit
SmartWorld: No obstacle sensors, intelligent modes or HDR
Los vídeos de Félix: No obstacle sensors, so no intelligent flight modes

Likes (10)

amateurphotographer.com: QuickShot modes for automated aerial shots
techradar.com: QuickShot modes for easy automated shots
slrlounge.com: QuickShot modes for automated shots
chip.de: QuickShot modes fly cinematic moves automatically
alpha-photo.fr: QuickShots fly preset moves on their own for quick social clips
Kempetenz: QuickShot modes are simple to start and fly automatically; Tracking holds the subject well at slow and moderate speeds; Distance, direction and video quality can be adjusted for each QuickShot
TecHsia: QuickShots, spherical photo and zoom add easy creative options
Postandfly: Panorama and all QuickShots modes included
Xataka: QuickShots like Orbit, Spiral and Rocket work well
Alex Tienda: QuickShot modes that film automatically while the drone moves

Dislikes (38)

dday.it: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects automatically
andreagaleazzi.com: No ActiveTrack or other automatic flight modes
drohnen.de: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects
sueddeutsche.de: No ActiveTrack or Hyperlapse
dronewatch.nl: No ActiveTrack
outdoornow.nl: ActiveTrack is reserved for higher-end models
wired.com: Lacks the advanced automated flight modes of premium models
space.com: Missing advanced features such as ActiveTrack
cnet.com: Missing ActiveTrack and other advanced software features
uk.pcmag.com: No ActiveTrack or advanced tracking modes
lesnumeriques.com: No advanced tracking or other smart modes
frandroid.com: No ActiveTrack for following subjects
drone-zone.de: Lacks advanced automated flight modes
chip.de: No ActiveTrack, so it can't follow you on its own
dcrainmaker.com: No ActiveTrack follow-me mode
dpreview.com: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects
cameralabs.com: QuickShots can default to a lower resolution unless you change it
dronezine.it: No ActiveTrack to follow subjects; No Hyperlapse mode
schroederdennis.de: Preset flight patterns like Sling Shot can't be changed
pcwelt.de: No ActiveTrack, so filming yourself skiing or biking means flying by hand
dronepascher.fr: No ActiveTrack, so it can't film you hiking or biking on its own
alpha-photo.fr: No automatic tracking mode; No waypoint flying
developpement-pellicule.fr: Can't follow a person or vehicle automatically; No waypoint flying
recensionedigitale.it: No Follow Me or ActiveTrack for vlogs and sports
pcmag.com: No ActiveTrack, so it can't follow you
digitalcameraworld.com: QuickShots record only in 1080P
Zacharias P.: No ActiveTrack to automatically follow the pilot; No time-lapse mode, even though the hardware could support one
Gautier Veltri: No automatic flight modes such as Spotlight or Point of Interest; QuickShots limited to HD and weak when tracking buildings
FlytPath: No basic follow-me mode, which hurts solo content creators
Dustin Dunnill: QuickShots locked to 1080p, with no 4K option; Weak subject tracking, not suited to following action
Jake Sloan: No active tracking, so it will not follow a walking subject
Kempetenz: Subject tracking is very limited compared with stronger systems; Tracking briefly loses the subject before finding it again; QuickShots need open space, as trees and obstacles are a real risk
The Handyman: No Follow Me function, and third-party app workarounds don't count
Discoverdose: No follow-me mode, so it cannot track you without the controller
Hubert Aile: No tracking or waypoint missions
Alexis Texier: No ActiveTrack for following a moving subject
DDay.it: Follow-me kept the drone high when the rider descended a slope
David Rosillo: No active tracking and no H265 codec

Pick a topic to see who said what

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0

wired.com

✓ explicit

16/01/2021

DJI Mini 2 Review: A Drone That's Just Plain Fun - WIRED

Review · Upgraded compact drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a fun, light upgrade with better wind handling and 4K video, but without obstacle sensors you have to fly it carefully.

8.0

space.com

✓ explicit

17/11/2021

DJI Mini 2 review - Space

Review · Foldable travel drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a foldable 249g drone that stays steady in wind and flies for 31 minutes, but it has no obstacle sensors for tight spaces.

10

amateurphotographer.com

✓ explicit

11/07/2022

DJI Mini 2 Review | Amateur Photographer

Review · Travel-ready upgrade

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a travel-friendly upgrade that handles Level 5 winds, but its fixed aperture means you'll need ND filters in bright light.

10

techradar.com

✓ explicit

27/07/2022

DJI Mini 2 review: flying start - TechRadar

Review · Entry-level drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a light entry-level drone with a 3-axis gimbal and 31-minute flight time, but its small sensor struggles in low light.

9.0

cnet.com

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 is a great 4K drone you can put in your pocket - CNET

Hands-on test · Creator drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a portable sub-249g drone for content creators, with 4K video, a reliable link and 31-minute flights, but no obstacle sensors or ActiveTrack.

9.0

slrlounge.com

≈ estimated

03/12/2020

DJI Mini 2 Review | Mini But Mighty - SLR Lounge

Review · Compact beginner drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a small, beginner-friendly drone that suits travelers, though its light weight lets it drift in wind and it has no obstacle sensors.

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

✓ explicit

Date not specified

DJI Mini 2 - Review 2020 - PCMag UK

Review · Entry-level camera drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a 249-gram folding drone with 4K video, 31-minute flights and better wind resistance, but it has no obstacle sensors or ActiveTrack.

8.0

dcrainmaker.com

≈ estimated

04/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 In-Depth Review

Hands-on test · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a big step up from the first Mini in range and wind handling, but it lacks obstacle sensors and a follow-me mode.

9.0

dpreview.com

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

Review: the DJI Mini 2 is the perfect drone for beginners

Expert review · Camera drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is an ultra-light, easy drone with detailed 4K video and a steady long-range link, but it lacks obstacle sensors and subject tracking.

9.0

cameralabs.com

✓ explicit

24/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 Review

Expert review · Ultra-portable drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is the ultra-portable drone to pick for avoiding registration, with a much stronger link and better photo options, though it still lacks obstacle sensors.

9.0

drohnen.de

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

DJI Mini 2: Kameradrohne im Test

Expert test · Beginner drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a foldable, easy-to-fly 4K drone with a reliable 10 km link that suits beginners and hobbyists, but it has no obstacle sensors or subject tracking.

9.0

sueddeutsche.de

≈ estimated

08/12/2020

DJI Mini 2 Mini-Drohne im Test

Expert test · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a tiny, stable 4K drone with a long-range link and around 31 minutes of flight, but it has no obstacle sensors and few automatic shooting modes.

8.0

drone-zone.de

✓ explicit

05/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 Drohne im Test: 4K und OcuSync 2.0 für alle?

Expert review · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a pocketable drone with sharper 4K footage, longer flights and a steadier link than the first Mini, but it has no obstacle avoidance.

9.5

chip.de

≈ estimated

13/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 Drohne im Test

Expert review · Beginner drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a light, beginner-friendly drone with smooth, gimbal-steadied 4K and handy QuickShots, but it can't follow subjects or avoid obstacles.

6.0

lesnumeriques.com

✓ explicit

22/11/2020

Test DJI Mini 2 : le drone poids plume qui a presque tout des grands

Hands-on test · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a light drone that films stable 4K and keeps a reliable connection, but it is weak in low light and lacks obstacle sensors and tracking.

9.0

frandroid.com

✓ explicit

20/05/2022

Test du DJI Mini 2 : le plus pro des drones entrée de gamme(www.lesnumeriques.com) | 05 novembre 2020 | Test Drone DJI Mini 2 : la 4K et l'OcuSync 2.0...

Hands-on test · Entry-level drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a big step up among entry-level drones, with 4K, RAW and strong wind handling, though it lacks obstacle sensors and flies less than 31 minutes.

9.0

jorgeciscar.com

≈ estimated

15/07/2021

Review: dron DJI Mini 2 - Jorge Císcar Photography

Expert review · Beginner drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is an easy, portable sub-250g drone that flies steadily in wind, but its small sensor and missing obstacle sensors call for care.

9.5

dday.it

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

DJI Mini 2, recensione. Tutto un altro drone

Expert review · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a light drone with a steady OcuSync 2.0 link, good wind handling and 4K video, but it lacks obstacle sensors and ActiveTrack.

9.0

andreagaleazzi.com

≈ estimated

05/11/2020

Recensione DJI MINI 2 – Andrea Galeazzi

Video review · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a portable, nimble 4K drone with a reliable connection for casual flyers and content creators, but beginners must watch out because it has no obstacle sensors.

9.0

dronezine.it

≈ estimated

12/11/2020

Recensione DJI Mini 2: Prova in volo e Prezzi del drone che si pilota senza patentino

Expert review · Beginner drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a compact, wind-steady beginner drone with a reliable long-range link, but it lacks tracking, Hyperlapse and obstacle sensors.

10

dronewatch.nl

✓ explicit

19/11/2020

DJI Mini 2 review: less is more - Dronewatch

Expert review · Mini drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a great pick for portability and easy rules, with a rock-solid link and force 4 wind handling, though its small sensor shows noise in shadows.

9.0

outdoornow.nl

≈ estimated

23/04/2021

DJI Mini 2 Fly more – Combo: Review en ervaring (+TIPS) OutdoorNow

Review · Ultralight camera drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a light 4K drone with a much stronger connection and a three-battery Fly More Combo, but without obstacle sensors it needs careful piloting.

10

global.techradar.com

✓ explicit

03/05/2022

DJI Mini 2 review - TechRadar

Expert review · Foldable drone

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is a sturdy, foldable 249g drone with long range and 31-minute flights for beginners, held back by no obstacle sensors and weak low-light images.

Third-party reviews

Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about DJI Mini 2

Ultralight and compact design (sub-249g) avoids many registration requirements
Significant camera upgrade to 4K/30fps video and RAW photo support
OcuSync 2.0 provides a much more stable and long-range transmission compared to the original's Wi-Fi
Improved wind resistance (Level 5) allows for stable flight in breezes up to 24mph
Great battery life, with real-world flight times often reaching 25-31 minutes
Intuitive DJI Fly app and automated QuickShot modes make it beginner-friendly

What we don't like about DJI Mini 2

Lack of obstacle avoidance sensors (except downward) makes it prone to crashes for beginners
No native ActiveTrack or follow-me modes for autonomous subject tracking
Small 1/2.3-inch sensor leads to limited low-light performance and dynamic range
Incompatibility with original Mavic Mini batteries requires purchasing new ones for upgraders
Gimbal can occasionally tilt down unexpectedly in Sport mode during sharp turns
Price increase over the original model was seen as 'unpalatable' by some early reviewers

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 is an ultralight sub-249g drone that combines a 12MP camera, 4K/30fps video, and strong wind resistance in a very portable foldable body. It remains popular because it adds long-range OcuSync transmission, RAW photo support, and dependable flight behavior while keeping regulatory burden low in many regions. Its key advantages are portability, ease of use, and better transmission performance than most entry-level mini drones. The tradeoffs are the lack of obstacle avoidance, fewer advanced shooting tools than newer DJI models, and a smaller sensor than higher-end camera drones.

Best alternatives

DJI Mavic 2 Zoom

Drones

Drones

Drones

Potensic ATOM 2

Drones

Drones

DJI Mavic Pro Platinum

Drones

Drones

Potensic ATOM 3

Drones

Fimi X8 SE 2022 V2

Drones

Drones

Drones

Drones

See best alternatives in Buying Guide

Compare DJI Mini 2 with other drones

Graphic comparison of DJI Mini 2 and other drones

No results found