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DJI Mini 3 Pro Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£500Max flight time:34 minVideo resolution:4K/60 fpsMax transmission distance:12 km

DJI Mini 3 Pro Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 72 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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 89% of models
Score components

85%

8.2

Technical score

15%

8.8

Review score ( 30 · 42)

Review score 15% · 8.8 · based on 72 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 89% of drones
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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 87% of models
Score components

26%

8.5

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

8.3

Safety

16%

9.0

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

▲Better than 87% of drones
8.8

Review score

Review score
8.8/ 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 92% of models
Grades by review (72)
30 reviews: 14 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 42 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 13
✓ explicit
7

2.5%

10

stuff.tv

2.5%

9.2

techgearlab.com

2.5%

9.0

techradar.com

2.5%

9.0

space.com

2.5%

8.0

pcmag.com

2%

9.5

hothardware.com

2%

9.0

shotkit.com

≈ estimated
6

2.5%

9.5

dcrainmaker.com

2.5%

9.5

petapixel.com

2%

9.0

australianphotography.com

1.6%

9.0

outdoorguru.com

1%

9.5

tansleyphotography.co.uk

1%

9.0

uavbc.com

Video reviews 10

1%

9.5

The Drone Creative

1%

9.5

QuickAssTutorials

1%

9.0

Jerad Hill Photographer

1%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1%

9.0

iPhonedo

1%

9.0

Full Time Filmmaker

1%

8.0

DM Productions

1%

8.0

Chance Talks Cameras

1%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1%

5.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 92% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mini 3 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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 87% of models
Score components:

26%

8.5

Flight

24%

7.7

Camera

20%

8.3

Safety

16%

9.0

Connectivity

14%

7.5

Battery & Design

8.2
Review score
Review score
8.8/ 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 92% of models
Grades by review (72)
30 reviews: 14 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 42 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 13
✓ explicit
7

2.5%

10

stuff.tv

2.5%

9.2

techgearlab.com

2.5%

9.0

techradar.com

2.5%

9.0

space.com

2.5%

8.0

pcmag.com

2%

9.5

hothardware.com

2%

9.0

shotkit.com

≈ estimated
6

2.5%

9.5

dcrainmaker.com

2.5%

9.5

petapixel.com

2%

9.0

australianphotography.com

1.6%

9.0

outdoorguru.com

1%

9.5

tansleyphotography.co.uk

1%

9.0

uavbc.com

Video reviews 10

1%

9.5

The Drone Creative

1%

9.5

QuickAssTutorials

1%

9.0

Jerad Hill Photographer

1%

9.0

Jake Sloan

1%

9.0

iPhonedo

1%

9.0

Full Time Filmmaker

1%

8.0

DM Productions

1%

8.0

Chance Talks Cameras

1%

8.0

Dustin Dunnill

1%

5.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.8
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 3 Pro 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
8.2/ 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 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

7.9

Price

8.2
Max flight time
34 min
Max flight time
34 min
▲ Better than 80% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 34 min, longer than 79.5% of drones and equal to 1% of drones.
Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
Max flight distance
18 km
Max flight distance
18 km
▲ Better than 83% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 18 km, farther than 83.4% of drones and equal to 1.7% of drones.
Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE). Higher value may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
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.
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.
Ceiling can vary by drone version, payload, or battery setup.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/60 fps
Video resolution
4K/60 fps
▲ Better than 79% of models
This drone records video at 4K/60 fps, higher than 79.2% of drones and equal to 6.4% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/1.3"
Sensor size
1/1.3"
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/1.3", larger than 67.6% of drones and equal to 10.2% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
150 Mbps
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 150 Mbps, higher than 81.6% of drones and equal to 6.6% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
▲ Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 73% of models
This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 73.4% and the same as those of 8.5%.
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
▲ Better than 76% of models
This drone senses obstacles in forward/backward/downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 75.9% and the same as that of 5.5%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
12 km
Max transmission distance
12 km
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 12 km, farther than 85.2% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region; CE/SRRC/MIC limits can be lower.
Transmission latency
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 59.2% of drones and equal to 28.2% of drones.
Video transmission system
O3
Video transmission system
O3
▲ Better than 87% of models
This drone uses O3 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 86.7% and the same as that used by 4.1%.
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
Live view quality
1080p@30 fps
▲ Better than 61% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@30 fps, higher-quality than 60.9% of drones and equal to 18.8% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
▲ Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
2,453 mAh
Battery capacity
2,453 mAh
▲ Better than 62% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,453 mAh, larger than 61.7% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
18.1 Wh
Battery energy
18.1 Wh
▲ Better than 56% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 18.1 Wh, higher than 55.9% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
64 min
Charging time
64 min
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 64 min, faster than 78.8% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Weight
249 g
Weight
249 g
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 249 g, heavier than 51% of drones and equal to 11.3% 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 3 Pro vs the average drone

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  • 17 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    18 km
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (18 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE). Higher value may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    18 km vs 1 km
  • 14 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    34 min
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (34 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    34 min vs 20 min
  • 11 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    12 km
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (12 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.
    12 km vs 1 km
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 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
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 16.1% better value for money
    DJI Mini 3 Pro has better value for money than the average drone (8.19 vs 7.1).
    8.19 vs 7.06
  • 54.5% more popular
    DJI Mini 3 Pro is more popular than the average drone (10 vs 6.5).
    10 vs 6.47
  • 17 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    18 km
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (18 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Distance can vary by region standard (for example FCC vs CE). Higher value may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    18 km vs 1 km
  • 14 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    34 min
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (34 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    34 min vs 20 min
  • 1 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    5 m/s
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (5 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    5 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 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
  • 50 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    150 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    150 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 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
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/1.3"
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/1.3" vs 1/2.3"
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • 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.
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.7
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.7 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.7 vs f/2
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    contrast AF (CDAF)
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    This drone uses contrast AF (CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    contrast AF (CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Cinelike
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Cinelike color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Cinelike vs Normal
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 60 °
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 60 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 60 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8064 x 6048 px
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • 1.2 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    1.2 GB
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (1.2 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    1.2 GB vs 0 GB
  • 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.
  • 384 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (512 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    512 GB vs 128 GB
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 7.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    20 m/s
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    20 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 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
  • 2 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    6
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    ActiveTrack, Spotlight, POI, QuickShots, MasterShots, Hyperlapse
    6 vs 4
  • 11 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    12 km
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (12 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.
    12 km vs 1 km
  • Built-in display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This drone has a built-in display, while the average drone does not.
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    DJI 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
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    120 ms vs 130 ms
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
    Requires optional cellular dongle.
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O3
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This drone uses O3 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O3 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@30 fps
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 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
  • 26 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    64 min
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (64 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    64 min vs 90 min
  • 104 mm shorter body length
    Length
    171 mm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (171 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    171 mm vs 275 mm
  • 253 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,453 mAh
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2453 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    2,453 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou 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.
  • 2.5x more expensive
    DJI Mini 3 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£500 vs £200).
    £500 vs £200
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/60 fps
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g
  • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82.1 °
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82.1 ° vs 90 °
  • 1 years older release date
    Release date
    2022
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2022 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    May 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 2.5x more expensive
    DJI Mini 3 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£500 vs £200).
    £500 vs £200
  • 1 years older release date
    Release date
    2022
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2022 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    May 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 7.9 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    82.1 °
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (82.1 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    82.1 ° vs 90 °
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/60 fps
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This drone supports GPS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, Galileo, BeiDou 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.
  • 1.2% higher weight
    Weight
    249 g
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249 g vs 246 g

Video reviews

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

8.0
DM Productions
≈ estimated
26/12/2024
Review · is it still worth buying in 2025
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is outdated next to the newer model, but a strong pick for a small, affordable drone at a used price.
8.0
Chance Talks Cameras
≈ estimated
26/10/2024
Long-term review · about six months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is great for used buyers at a fair price, but at today's inflated prices the newer successor is the better buy.
5.0
CAPTAIN DRONE
≈ estimated
10/05/2023
Range test · flight with the integrated remote
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro's range with the integrated remote is weak, so it needs a controller with large antennas.
8.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
02/10/2022
In-depth flight test · standard and extended batteries
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is a smooth, stable flyer that's hard to fault, though it lacks side sensors.
9.0
Jerad Hill Photographer
≈ estimated
30/08/2022
Hands-on review · month-long travel use, footage and range
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is a versatile drone with excellent 4K video and strong range, though the price could be lower.
9.0
Jake Sloan
≈ estimated
27/06/2022
Hands-on review · real-world wind, speed and flight time tests
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is probably the best drone for solo creators and travelers, though it's pricey and less suited to beginners.
9.0
DM Productions
≈ estimated
22/05/2022
Range test · signal checked to about one kilometre
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro's signal held up in testing, so range fears are overblown, though heavy interference can still cause problems.
9.0
Full Time Filmmaker
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Hands-on review · image, flight, battery and drawbacks
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is a solid entry-level choice for videographers, fine for professional work but not for big productions.
9.5
QuickAssTutorials
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Hands-on review · side-by-side footage and value
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is the best value for money you can get in a drone, with professional image quality in a small body.
9.0
iPhonedo
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Hands-on review · image quality, features and drawbacks
Verdict
DJI Mini 3 Pro is an excellent mini drone, with impressive features and image quality for its size.

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
10/05/2022
Review · Under-249g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro offers excellent image quality and a strong wireless link, but its RC screen glares in bright light.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
30/10/2022
Expert review · Sub-250g drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro packs pro-level camera features and strong performance into a sub-250g drone, though it's less steady in strong wind.
9.0
space.com
✓ explicit
27/05/2022
Feature overview · Sub-250g drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-250g drone with a large sensor and 34-minute flights, though it lacks side sensors and ND filters aren't in the standard package.
9.5
petapixel.com
≈ estimated
12/05/2022
Expert review · Vertical video drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-249g drone for social creators, with True Vertical Shooting and a low-light sensor, though its screen is hard to see outdoors.
9.5
dcrainmaker.com
≈ estimated
11/05/2022
In-depth review · Sports tracking
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is an under-250g drone that finally adds follow-me tracking and obstacle sensors, suiting sports filming, though its longer battery isn't sold in Europe.
9.0
outdoorguru.com
≈ estimated
09/09/2022
Expert review · Small camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a 249-gram drone with strong image quality and steady flight in wind, though its rear legs and gimbal guard are awkward.
10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Expert review · Small pro drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a top sub-250g drone with a strong 1/1.3-inch sensor and steady flight in breezes, though ActiveTrack sometimes falters and dim shots get noisy.
9.2
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
12/03/2024
Expert review · Travel drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a portable travel drone with strong 4K video and 48MP photos, but wind pushes it around and high-contrast scenes lose detail.
9.5
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
02/06/2022
Expert review · Creator-focused drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-249g creator drone with over 30 minutes of flight time and a vertical gimbal, though its microSD slot and USB-C port are exposed.
9.0
shotkit.com
✓ explicit
13/10/2022
Expert review · Light, portable drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a very portable drone with good battery life, but its delicate frame struggles in wind and it has no side sensors.
9.5
tansleyphotography.co.uk
≈ estimated
01/05/2022
Photographer review · Event drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a quiet, quick-to-set-up drone with sharp 48MP RAW images that suits wedding photographers, though its 4:3 photos need cropping to 3:2.
9.0
australianphotography.com
≈ estimated
24/08/2022
Expert review · Consumer camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a foldable drone with sharp 4K video and 48MP photos, but its light body gets buffeted by breezes and image edges can look soft.
9.0
uavbc.com
≈ estimated
17/12/2025
Full review · Creator drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a light creator drone whose vertical 4K video and easy-to-read controller screen suit travellers, though wind and overcautious sensors hold it back.
techradar.com
24/05/2022
Not graded yet
10
heise.de
✓ explicit
19/05/2022
Review · Professional camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro delivers professional-grade image quality and obstacle sensing at 249g, but its RC screen is hard to read in direct sun.
9.5
gamestar.de
≈ estimated
07/07/2022
Review · Ultralight camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro combines a 1/1.3-inch sensor for better low-light shots and ActiveTrack 4.0 in a 249g body, but it has no sideways obstacle sensors.
9.0
florianorth.de
≈ estimated
01/03/2025
Review · Landscape photography drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro suits landscape photographers who want a light drone with a rotating gimbal and a 1/1.3-inch sensor, but it struggles in strong winds.
9.5
faz.net
≈ estimated
16/02/2026
Field test · Pocket video drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro suits pilots who want ambitious video from a pocket-sized drone, though its sharpness trails pricier DJI models.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Expert review · Foldable 4K drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a compact, foldable drone for creators, with strong image quality and 34-minute flights, though it lacks side and upward sensors.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
10/05/2022
Expert review · Sub-249g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-249g drone with improved stability, vertical shooting and 34-minute flights, though its RC screen isn't very bright.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
07/07/2022
Expert review · Sub-250g vertical drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a recommended sub-250g upgrade with a 1/1.3-inch sensor and vertical shooting, though its automated flight modes can look jerky.
9.0
phototrend.fr
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Expert review · Sub-250g pro drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a light drone with a larger sensor and vertical shooting, but obstacle detection is limited and some tracking modes don't work in vertical mode.
9.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
08/06/2022
Expert review · Vertical shooting drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a small sub-250g drone with vertical shooting and a 1/1.3-inch sensor that's good in low light, though it has no side sensors.
9.0
unepat.fr
≈ estimated
05/02/2026
Feature review · Sub-249g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-249g drone with a tilting gimbal for vertical shots and 48MP RAW photos, but wind pushes it around and it lacks upward sensors.
8.3
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
10/05/2022
Expert review · Pro features, sub-250g
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-250g drone with a 1/1.3-inch sensor and vertical shooting, though GPS lock is slow and there are no side sensors.
9.0
tg24.sky.it
≈ estimated
06/01/2023
Expert review · Lightweight vertical drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a sub-249g drone with a 1/1.3-inch sensor and vertical gimbal, though it has only 1.2GB of internal storage and is less steady in wind.
9.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
13/05/2022
Expert review · Portable pro drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a portable drone with strong 4K 60fps video and three-way obstacle avoidance, but strong winds push it around.
9.5
fotografidigitali.it
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Overview · Sub-249g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro pairs a 1/1.3-inch sensor with vertical shooting in a sub-249g body, but its obstacle sensing misses the sides and is limited at 4K/60fps.
9.5
tweakers.net
≈ estimated
10/05/2022
Hands-on review · Sub-250g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro packs a larger sensor, obstacle sensors and vertical shooting into 249g, but it is more sensitive to wind than bigger drones.
8.6
thijsschouten.com
✓ explicit
12/12/2025
Review · Sub-250g camera drone
Verdict
The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a stable camera drone under 250g with 48MP photos and 4K/60fps video, but its fixed f/1.7 lens needs extra filters in bright light.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about DJI Mini 3 Pro

  • Ultra-lightweight (under 249g), avoiding many registration requirements
  • Excellent 4K/60fps video and 48MP photo quality for its size
  • True vertical shooting mode for social media content
  • Tri-directional obstacle avoidance (front, back, and bottom)
  • Compatible with the DJI RC controller featuring a built-in screen
  • Extended flight time options (up to 47 minutes with Battery Plus)
  • Quiet flight operation compared to larger models
  • Advanced tracking and intelligent flight modes like ActiveTrack 4.0

What we don't like about DJI Mini 3 Pro

  • Relatively expensive compared to previous Mini models
  • Lacks side and upward-facing obstacle sensors
  • Lightweight build is susceptible to drifting in moderate to high winds
  • Plus Battery increases weight above 250g, requiring registration in some regions
  • Limited internal storage (approx. 1.2GB) necessitates a microSD card
  • DJI RC screen brightness (700 nits) can be difficult to see in direct sunlight
  • Some advanced features (FocusTrack/APAS) are disabled in certain high-res modes
  • Gimbal protector and SD card slot can be fiddly or lack protection

Verdict

The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a high-performance, sub-249g foldable drone featuring a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor capable of 48MP RAW photos and 4K/60fps video with a bright f/1.7 aperture. Key characteristics include tri-directional obstacle sensing (forward, backward, downward), a 3-axis mechanical gimbal that supports True Vertical Shooting for social media, and DJI's O3 transmission providing a 1080p/30fps live feed from up to 12km away. Main pros include its regulation-friendly weight, 10-bit D-Cinelike color profile for professional editing, and an impressive 34-minute flight time, which can be extended to 47 minutes with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus. Notable cons include the lack of lateral (side) obstacle sensors, reduced wind stability compared to larger models due to its light frame, and the fact that using the extended battery pushes the weight over the 249g registration-free limit.

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