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DJI Mini 2 SE Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310Max flight time:31 minVideo resolution:2.7K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Mini 2 SE Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 28 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

85%

6.8

Technical score

15%

8.1

Review score ( 10 · 18)

Review score 15% · 8.1 · based on 28 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 64% of drones
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

26%

8.0

Flight

24%

5.7

Camera

20%

6.0

Safety

16%

6.8

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Battery & Design

▲Better than 65% of drones
8.1

Review score

Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Grades by review (28)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 18 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 4
✓ explicit
4

6.8%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

6.8%

8.0

pcmag.com

6.8%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

6.8%

8.0

t3.com

Video reviews 9

2.7%

9.0

Idaho Quadcopter

2.7%

9.0

Rosewood Outdoors

2.7%

8.0

Matty DC Collins

2.7%

8.0

The Drone Guy

2.7%

7.0

CM UAV

2.7%

6.0

Alien Drones

2.7%

5.0

EZ Fred 3.0

1.4%

9.0

Random Tech

1.4%

8.0

Techi Geek

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 54% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mini 2 SE

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

26%

8.0

Flight

24%

5.7

Camera

20%

6.0

Safety

16%

6.8

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Battery & Design

6.8
Review score
Review score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Grades by review (28)
10 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 18 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 4
✓ explicit
4

6.8%

9.0

digitalcameraworld.com

6.8%

8.0

pcmag.com

6.8%

8.0

uk.pcmag.com

6.8%

8.0

t3.com

Video reviews 9

2.7%

9.0

Idaho Quadcopter

2.7%

9.0

Rosewood Outdoors

2.7%

8.0

Matty DC Collins

2.7%

8.0

The Drone Guy

2.7%

7.0

CM UAV

2.7%

6.0

Alien Drones

2.7%

5.0

EZ Fred 3.0

1.4%

9.0

Random Tech

1.4%

8.0

Techi Geek

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
DJI Mini 2 SE has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 88.1% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

8.9

Price

7.6
Max flight time
31 min
Max flight time
31 min
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 31 min, longer than 71.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
15.7 km
Max flight distance
15.7 km
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 15.7 km, farther than 82.3% of drones.
Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
16 m/s
Max flight speed
16 m/s
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 16 m/s, faster than 54.4% of drones and equal to 10.8% of drones.
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
Max wind resistance
10.7 m/s
▲ Better than 49% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 10.7 m/s, higher than 48.9% of drones and equal to 23.7% of drones.
Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
4,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
4,000 m
▲ Better than 51% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 4,000 m, higher than 50.8% of drones and equal to 13.4% of drones.
Propeller guards can reduce the ceiling to 2000 m.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
2.7K/30 fps
Video resolution
2.7K/30 fps
▼ Worse than 55% of models
This drone records video at 2.7K/30 fps, lower than 55% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
4K camera
no
4K camera
no
▼ Worse than 55% of models
This drone does not support 4K video. 54.6% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2.3", smaller than 52.8% of drones and equal to 12% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
▼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP, higher than 41.3% of drones and equal to 16.7% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
40 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
40 Mbps
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 40 Mbps, lower than 86.8% of drones and equal to 6.6% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
▲ Better than 69% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 68.8% and the same as those of 4%.
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
▲ Better than 57% of models
This drone senses obstacles in downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 57.3% and the same as that of 12.1%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
10 km
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 10 km, farther than 75.5% of drones and equal to 9.2% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
200 ms
Transmission latency
200 ms
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 200 ms, higher than 66.2% of drones and equal to 19.7% of drones.
Video transmission system
O2
Video transmission system
O2
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone uses O2 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 70.3% and the same as that used by 1%.
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
▼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@30 fps, lower-quality than 56.8% of drones and equal to 22.9% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
2,250 mAh
Battery capacity
2,250 mAh
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,250 mAh, larger than 55.4% of drones and equal to 3.1% of drones.
Battery energy
17.32 Wh
Battery energy
17.32 Wh
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 17.32 Wh, higher than 51.8% of drones and equal to 2.9% of drones.
Charging time
82 min
Charging time
82 min
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 82 min, faster than 63.8% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Weight
246 g
Weight
246 g
▼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 246 g, lighter than 49.5% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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What reviewers say

DJI Mini 2 SE vs the average drone

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  • 14.7 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    15.7 km
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (15.7 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
    15.7 km vs 1 km
  • 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
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 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
  • 54.1% more popular
    DJI Mini 2 SE is more popular than the average drone (9.97 vs 6.5).
    9.97 vs 6.47
  • 7.1% better value for money
    DJI Mini 2 SE has better value for money than the average drone (7.55 vs 7.1).
    7.55 vs 7.06
  • 14.7 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    15.7 km
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (15.7 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE).
    15.7 km vs 1 km
  • 11 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    31 min
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (31 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    31 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Less restrictive EU class
    EU class marking
    C0
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone is rated as C0 under the EU drone class system, while the average drone is rated as None.
    C0 vs None
  • 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.
    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
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    2.7K/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (2.7K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    2.7K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 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
  • 60 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    40 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (40 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    40 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 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
  • 55% more expensive
    DJI Mini 2 SE is more expensive than the average drone (£310 vs £200).
    £310 vs £200
  • 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.
    Sport mode; 3 m/s in Normal and 1.5 m/s in Cine.
    3.5 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    2.7K/30 fps
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (2.7K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    2.7K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 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
  • 60 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    40 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (40 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    40 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • No 4K video
    4K camera
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support 4K video, while the average drone does.
  • 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
    O2
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone uses O2 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O2 vs SkyLink 2.0

Video reviews

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

7.0
CM UAV
≈ estimated
26/09/2024
Quick review · pros, cons and footage examples
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is a good first drone, but its footage is not cinematic; get the Mini 3 if you need 4K.
8.0
Matty DC Collins
≈ estimated
02/02/2024
Hands-on review · pros, cons and buying advice
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is a good first drone, though its small sensor limits image quality and it has no obstacle sensing.
9.0
Idaho Quadcopter
≈ estimated
29/12/2023
Flight test · range, speed and feature review
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is a small drone that is fun to fly, with very good video quality and good range.
5.0
EZ Fred 3.0
≈ estimated
24/12/2023
Hands-on review · durability, firmware problem and tips
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE feels fragile and had a firmware problem, so update only if you need to.
8.0
The Drone Guy
≈ estimated
04/12/2023
Long-term review · about eight months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is one of the best options available, though battery life and missing obstacle sensors hold it back.
9.0
Rosewood Outdoors
≈ estimated
04/12/2023
Hands-on review · flight tests, range and stable filming
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is easy to control and a good deal, especially for filmmaking or fun.
6.0
Alien Drones
≈ estimated
01/06/2023
Hands-on review · flight tests, battery and return-to-home
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is a mixed bag: handling and stability are strong, but battery life and quick shots are weak.
8.0
The Drone Guy
≈ estimated
05/04/2023
Real-world flight · coastal shoot in overcast weather
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is enjoyable and capable for coastal shots, but its long zoom, feed lag and dull colour on grey days are drawbacks.
9.0
Idaho Quadcopter
≈ estimated
23/03/2023
Flight test · speed runs, features and price review
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is a good first drone for beginners and good value for the price.
8.0
Techi Geek
≈ estimated
16/11/2024
Short overview · features, pros and cons
Verdict
DJI Mini 2 SE is an entry-level drone with good value, best for beginners and casual flyers.

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Expert reviews

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8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/04/2023
Lab test · Budget camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is an easy, reliable beginner drone with steady 2.7K video and 30-minute flights, but it has no 4K, obstacle sensors or ActiveTrack.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
20/04/2023
Hands-on review · Beginner drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a portable beginner drone that shoots rock-steady footage even in wind, held back by 2.7K video and no obstacle avoidance.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
22/02/2024
Field test · Budget drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a confident, beginner-friendly flyer with a much better controller, but battery life falls well short of claims and 2.7K trails many phones.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Lab test · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a steady, simple drone for beginners, but its 2.7K camera and missing tracking and obstacle avoidance rule out complex automated shots.
8.0
global.t3.com
✓ explicit
07/04/2025
Expert review · Entry-level drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a steady, easy entry-level drone with 31 minutes of flight and RAW photos, but video stops at 2.7K and it has no obstacle sensors.
9.0
tweakreviews.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Hands-on test · Budget drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a light, stable beginner drone that copes with wind up to 38 kph, but real flights last only 19–25 minutes and video stops at 2.7K.
9.0
europe1.fr
≈ estimated
31/07/2023
Hands-on review · Foldable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is an easy, foldable beginner drone with a steady gimbal and video link up to 10 km, though it lacks 4K, obstacle sensors and ActiveTrack.
8.0
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
10/07/2023
Hands-on test · Holiday drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 2 SE is a simple, reliable travel drone for casual flyers, but tops out at 2.7K video and has no obstacle sensors or tracking.

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What we like about DJI Mini 2 SE

  • Exceptional value for money, frequently cited as the best entry-level drone for its price point.
  • Under 249g weight means it does not require FAA registration for recreational use in the US and many other regions.
  • Highly portable, palm-sized, and foldable design making it easy to carry for travel and outdoor activities.
  • Equipped with the robust RC-N1 remote controller, offering ergonomic handling and a stable connection.
  • Impressive wind resistance for its size, capable of stable flight in winds up to 38kph (Level 5).
  • Beginner-friendly with simplified operations, including reliable Return-to-Home (RTH) and QuickShots flight modes.
  • Uses OcuSync 2.0 for video transmission, providing a reliable signal and live preview up to 10km away.

What we don't like about DJI Mini 2 SE

  • Lacks 4K video recording, capping at 2.7K resolution at 30fps.
  • No obstacle avoidance sensors (except for downward sensors for landing), requiring increased pilot caution to avoid collisions.
  • Limited intelligent flight features, lacking advanced modes like ActiveTrack (subject tracking) and Hyperlapse.
  • Poor low-light performance due to a small 1/2.3-inch sensor and limited 8-bit color profile.
  • The 2.7K 60fps frame rate is not supported, which some users view as a software-imposed limitation compared to the standard Mini 2.
  • Real-world flight times often fall short of the advertised 31 minutes, with users typically reporting 20-25 minutes of active use.
  • Software limitations in 'Pro' camera mode, such as the absence of auto-shutter speed or ISO settings when in manual mode.

Verdict

The DJI Mini 2 SE is an ultra-lightweight, foldable drone weighing less than 249 grams, featuring a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor that captures 12MP photos and up to 2.7K video at 30fps with a 3-axis mechanical gimbal for stabilization. Its main characteristics include a 31-minute maximum flight time, OcuSync 2.0 transmission providing a 10km HD video range, and Level 5 wind resistance (up to 38 kph). Pros include its beginner-friendly interface with automated QuickShots, registration-exempt weight in many regions, and highly reliable signal stability. However, its notable cons are the lack of 4K video recording, the absence of obstacle avoidance sensors (except for downward landing sensors), and the omission of subject tracking features like ActiveTrack.

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