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DJI Mini 5 Pro Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700Max flight time:36 minVideo resolution:4K/120 fpsMax transmission distance:20 km

DJI Mini 5 Pro Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 47 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7

Overall score

Score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

85%

8.7

Technical score

15%

8.7

Review score ( 3 · 44)

Review score 15% · 8.7 · based on 47 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
★Better than 96% of drones
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

26%

9.5

Flight

24%

8.1

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

9.2

Connectivity

14%

7.3

Battery & Design

★Better than 94% of drones
8.7

Review score

Review score
8.7/ 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 87% of models
Grades by review (47)
3 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 44 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

5.6%

8.0

dronexl.co

Video reviews 10

2.2%

10

TechRadar

2.2%

9.5

QuickAssTutorials

2.2%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

2.2%

9.0

DM Productions

2.2%

9.0

Ian in London

2.2%

9.0

Luke Maximo Bell

2.2%

8.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.1%

9.0

Andy's Take

1.1%

9.0

Bill The Drone Reviewer

1.1%

9.0

Air Photography

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 87% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Mini 5 Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

26%

9.5

Flight

24%

8.1

Camera

20%

8.8

Safety

16%

9.2

Connectivity

14%

7.3

Battery & Design

8.7
Review score
Review score
8.7/ 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 87% of models
Grades by review (47)
3 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 44 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
≈ estimated
1

5.6%

8.0

dronexl.co

Video reviews 10

2.2%

10

TechRadar

2.2%

9.5

QuickAssTutorials

2.2%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

2.2%

9.0

DM Productions

2.2%

9.0

Ian in London

2.2%

9.0

Luke Maximo Bell

2.2%

8.0

Mihail Svilenov

1.1%

9.0

Andy's Take

1.1%

9.0

Bill The Drone Reviewer

1.1%

9.0

Air Photography

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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 82% of models
Popularity:
DJI Mini 5 Pro has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than that of 82.2% of products in this category.
9.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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 95% of models
Score components:

60%

8.7

Overall score

40%

6.8

Price

8.1
Max flight time
36 min
Max flight time
36 min
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 36 min, longer than 83.5% of drones and equal to 1% of drones.
Up to 52 minutes with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
Max flight distance
21 km
Max flight distance
21 km
▲ Better than 88% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 21 km, farther than 88.4% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
32 km with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
Max flight speed
18 m/s
Max flight speed
18 m/s
▲ Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 18 m/s, faster than 68.4% of drones and equal to 8.2% of drones.
19 m/s with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 75.5% of drones and equal to 15.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
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 battery version.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/120 fps
Video resolution
4K/120 fps
★ Better than 90% of models
This drone records video at 4K/120 fps, higher than 90.1% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
4K/60fps is available in HDR.
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"
Sensor size
1"
▲ Better than 84% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1", larger than 84.3% of drones and equal to 8.3% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP, higher than 94.7% of drones and equal to 3.3% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
130 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
130 Mbps
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 130 Mbps, higher than 73.7% 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
omnidirectional
Obstacle sensing directions
omnidirectional
▲ Better than 83% of models
This drone senses obstacles in omnidirectional directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 83.4% and the same as that of 16.6%.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
20 km
Max transmission distance
20 km
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 20 km, farther than 95.9% of drones and equal to 2.6% of drones.
About 10 km in CE/SRRC/MIC regions.
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
O4
Video transmission system
O4
★ Better than 92% of models
This drone uses O4 for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 92.3% and the same as that used by 6.7%.
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
Live view quality
1080p@60 fps
▲ Better than 80% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 1080p@60 fps, higher-quality than 80.2% of drones and equal to 12.5% 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
2,788 mAh
Battery capacity
2,788 mAh
▲ Better than 69% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 2,788 mAh, larger than 68.9% of drones.
Battery energy
19.52 Wh
Battery energy
19.52 Wh
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 19.52 Wh, higher than 59.4% of drones.
Charging time
46 min
Charging time
46 min
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 46 min, faster than 94.4% of drones.
Weight
249.9 g
Weight
249.9 g
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 249.9 g, heavier than 62.9% 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 5 Pro vs the average drone

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  • 20 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    21 km
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (21 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    32 km with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
    21 km vs 1 km
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    About 10 km in CE/SRRC/MIC regions.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • 16 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    36 min
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (36 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Up to 52 minutes with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
    36 min vs 20 min
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1"
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1" vs 1/2.3"
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • 5 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    10 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (10 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    10 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 15.1% better value for money
    DJI Mini 5 Pro has better value for money than the average drone (8.12 vs 7.1).
    8.12 vs 7.06
  • 47% more popular
    DJI Mini 5 Pro is more popular than the average drone (9.51 vs 6.5).
    9.51 vs 6.47
  • 20 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    21 km
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (21 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    32 km with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
    21 km vs 1 km
  • 16 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    36 min
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (36 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Up to 52 minutes with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
    36 min vs 20 min
  • 5 m/s faster ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    10 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs faster than the average drone (10 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    10 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 3 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    18 m/s
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (18 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    19 m/s with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
    18 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 4 m/s faster descent speed
    Max descent speed
    8 m/s
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends faster than the average drone (8 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    8 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 2 years newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is newer than the average drone (2025 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2023
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1"
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1" vs 1/2.3"
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log M, HLG color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log M, HLG vs Normal
  • 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
  • 30 Mbps higher video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    130 Mbps
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a higher maximum video bitrate than the average drone (130 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    130 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 38 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (50 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    50 MP vs 12 MP
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
    Supports 12-bit DNG RAW photos.
  • 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
  • 42 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    42 GB
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (42 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    42 GB vs 0 GB
  • 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.
    Up to 240fps in supported modes.
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    autofocus + manual focus
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone uses autofocus + manual focus for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    autofocus + manual focus vs fixed focus
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
    HDR video is available at up to 60fps or lower.
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8192 x 6144 px
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8192x6144 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8192x6144 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.8
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.8 vs f/2
  • Wider tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 55 °
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 55 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 55 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • 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.
  • 872 GB higher memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    1,000 GB
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports more external storage than the average drone (1000 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    1,000 GB vs 128 GB
  • 6,400 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    12,800 ISO
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (12800 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    12,800 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports dual-band GPS
    Dual GPS frequency support
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This drone supports dual-band GPS, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
  • 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, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Panorama
    6 vs 4
  • 2.5 m/s faster tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    15 m/s
    ▲ Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a higher speed than the average drone (15 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    15 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • 19 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    20 km
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    About 10 km in CE/SRRC/MIC regions.
    20 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
  • More frequency bands
    Operating frequency bands
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz operating frequency bands, while the average drone supports 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz.
    2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz, 5.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz
  • Better live view quality
    Live view quality
    1080p@60 fps
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    1080p@60 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    O4
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This drone uses O4 for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    O4 vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 44 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    46 min
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (46 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    46 min vs 90 min
  • 588 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2,788 mAh
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (2788 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    2,788 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 139 mm wider width
    Width
    380 mm
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (380 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    380 mm vs 241 mm
  • 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
  • 1.6% higher weight
    Weight
    249.9 g
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249.9 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249.9 g vs 246 g
  • 28.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    91 mm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (91 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    91 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 3.5x more expensive
    DJI Mini 5 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£700 vs £200).
    £700 vs £200
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 29 mm longer body length
    Length
    304 mm
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (304 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    304 mm vs 275 mm
  • 6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    84 °
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (84 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    84 ° vs 90 °
  • 3.5x more expensive
    DJI Mini 5 Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£700 vs £200).
    £700 vs £200
  • 6 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    84 °
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (84 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    84 ° vs 90 °
  • 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.
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    RC-N3
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This drone uses the RC-N3 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    RC-N3 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 139 mm wider width
    Width
    380 mm
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (380 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    380 mm vs 241 mm
  • 1.6% higher weight
    Weight
    249.9 g
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (249.9 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    249.9 g vs 246 g
  • 28.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    91 mm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (91 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    91 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 29 mm longer body length
    Length
    304 mm
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is longer than the average drone (304 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    304 mm vs 275 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
07/12/2025
Hands-on flight test · tracking, obstacle sensing and flight time
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro impresses on flight time and tracking, though its obstacle sensing misses some small objects.
8.0
Mihail Svilenov
≈ estimated
21/11/2025
Long-term review · about two months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro suits content creators who want portability and pro-level features, but battery life falls well short of claims.
9.0
DM Productions
≈ estimated
06/11/2025
Long-term test · about 8 weeks of flying
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro is not perfect, but its photo and video quality is excellent and it is easy to fly often.
10
TechRadar
✓ explicit
17/10/2025
Hands-on review · tracking tests and weight rules
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro is still a strong pick, but its real-world weight may push it past the sub-250 g class.
9.0
Ian in London
≈ estimated
17/09/2025
Full review · wind, low-light, tracking and sound tests
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro is a strong upgrade that meets or exceeds expectations, especially for Mini 1 to 3 owners.
9.5
QuickAssTutorials
≈ estimated
17/09/2025
Hands-on review · image quality, telephoto and feature tests
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro has a ceiling so high you won't outgrow it, and the smart remote is a major upgrade worth paying for.
9.0
Luke Maximo Bell
≈ estimated
17/09/2025
Hands-on review · low-light, wind, battery and bitrate tests
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro clearly beats its predecessor on image quality, especially at night, but real flight time falls short.
9.0
Andy's Take
≈ estimated
20/07/2026
Short two-week follow-up · flying experience and crash damage
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro is still recommended after two weeks, despite crashes into branches and broken parts.
9.0
Bill The Drone Reviewer
≈ estimated
11/10/2025
First flight · unboxing, setup and flight handling
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro made a strong first flight, with impressive speed, zoom and wind handling.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
17/09/2025
First look · features walkthrough and first month of flying
Verdict
DJI Mini 5 Pro delivers pro-level features in a drone under 250 grams.

What reviewers agree on

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Reviewers praise its superb image quality, steady gimbal and easy flying, but battery life, weight rules and upgrade value disappoint.
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about DJI Mini 5 Pro

  • Equipped with a 1-inch CMOS sensor, a substantial upgrade for professional-grade low-light and high-dynamic-range imaging in a sub-250g drone.
  • Introduces a new 225° flexible gimbal rotation and true vertical shooting, allowing for creative camera angles and social media-ready content without cropping.
  • Features upgraded ActiveTrack 360° and dynamic home point updates that track the controller's location for safer and more autonomous subject following.
  • Improved obstacle avoidance with the inclusion of forward-facing LiDAR, which significantly enhances flight safety during low-light and night flights.
  • Massive increase in internal storage to 42GB (some reports mention 48GB), reducing the immediate dependency on external SD cards.
  • New clip-on propeller design eliminates the need for small screwdrivers and reduces the risk of stripping screws during maintenance.

What we don't like about DJI Mini 5 Pro

  • Controversial weight compliance; some units have been reported to exceed the 250g limit when weighed precisely, potentially requiring registration in certain regions.
  • Limited availability in the United States due to ongoing regulatory and trade disputes, often requiring users to import units at a higher cost.
  • Standard flight time is roughly 36 minutes, which is similar to previous models; reaching the 52-minute peak requires an optional 'Plus' battery that pushes the drone over the 250g weight limit.
  • Daytime video quality difference compared to the Mini 4 Pro is described by some reviewers as negligible or only a minor iterative improvement.
  • Occasional reports of signal instability and dropouts at shorter distances (approx. 500m) compared to its predecessors.
  • Automatic power-on feature when unfolding the drone has been cited as an annoyance by some users who prefer manual control over the boot sequence.

Verdict

The DJI Mini 5 Pro is an ultra-portable sub-249g drone featuring a flagship-grade 1-inch CMOS 50MP sensor capable of 4K/120fps video and 14 stops of dynamic range. Key characteristics include a unique 225° flexible gimbal for advanced vertical and upward shooting, forward-facing LiDAR for nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing down to 1 lux, and a substantial 42GB of internal storage. Main pros consist of significantly improved low-light performance, a new 'push and turn' quick-release propeller system, and an extended flight time of up to 52 minutes with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus. Potential cons include a slightly larger carrying case than its predecessor, higher costs for consumable accessories like propellers, and limited compatibility with previous-generation remote controllers or FPV goggles at launch.

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