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DJI Neo Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Max flight time:18 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Neo Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 65 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 62% of models
Score components

85%

6.5

Technical score

15%

8.3

Review score ( 29 · 36)

Review score 15% · 8.3 · based on 65 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 62% of drones
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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 61% of models
Score components

26%

5.1

Flight

24%

5.8

Camera

20%

6.8

Safety

16%

8.8

Connectivity

14%

7.3

Battery & Design

▲Better than 61% of drones
8.3

Review score

Review score
8.3/ 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 65% of models
Grades by review (65)
29 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 36 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 14
✓ explicit
8

2.7%

9.0

tomsguide.com

2.7%

9.0

amateurphotographer.com

2.7%

8.0

digitalcameraworld.com

2.7%

8.0

space.com

2.7%

7.0

pcmag.com

2.7%

7.0

au.pcmag.com

2.1%

7.5

androidpolice.com

2.1%

7.0

avforums.com

≈ estimated
6

2.7%

9.0

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

zdnet.com

2.1%

9.0

photoshopcafe.com

1.7%

9.0

cre-8.com.au

1.7%

8.0

downtown-mag.com

1.1%

8.0

droneandcam.com

Video reviews 10

1.1%

9.0

Air Photography

1.1%

9.0

RobHK

1.1%

9.0

Bunch of Tech

1.1%

9.0

Chris Hau

1.1%

9.0

Drone Wilder

1.1%

8.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

1.1%

8.0

The Drone Creative

1.1%

7.0

Jake Does Stuff

0.5%

9.0

Billy Kyle

0.5%

7.0

TheRcSaylors

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 65% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Neo

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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 61% of models
Score components:

26%

5.1

Flight

24%

5.8

Camera

20%

6.8

Safety

16%

8.8

Connectivity

14%

7.3

Battery & Design

6.5
Review score
Review score
8.3/ 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 65% of models
Grades by review (65)
29 reviews: 13 with a printed score, 16 estimated from the review. 36 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 14
✓ explicit
8

2.7%

9.0

tomsguide.com

2.7%

9.0

amateurphotographer.com

2.7%

8.0

digitalcameraworld.com

2.7%

8.0

space.com

2.7%

7.0

pcmag.com

2.7%

7.0

au.pcmag.com

2.1%

7.5

androidpolice.com

2.1%

7.0

avforums.com

≈ estimated
6

2.7%

9.0

petapixel.com

2.1%

9.0

zdnet.com

2.1%

9.0

photoshopcafe.com

1.7%

9.0

cre-8.com.au

1.7%

8.0

downtown-mag.com

1.1%

8.0

droneandcam.com

Video reviews 10

1.1%

9.0

Air Photography

1.1%

9.0

RobHK

1.1%

9.0

Bunch of Tech

1.1%

9.0

Chris Hau

1.1%

9.0

Drone Wilder

1.1%

8.0

CAPTAIN DRONE

1.1%

8.0

The Drone Creative

1.1%

7.0

Jake Does Stuff

0.5%

9.0

Billy Kyle

0.5%

7.0

TheRcSaylors

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.3
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 Neo 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%

6.8

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

7.6
Max flight time
18 min
Max flight time
18 min
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 18 min, shorter than 55.5% of drones and equal to 4.5% of drones.
Max flight distance
7 km
Max flight distance
7 km
▲ Better than 69% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 7 km, farther than 69.1% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
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.
Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
Max wind resistance
7.9 m/s
Max wind resistance
7.9 m/s
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 7.9 m/s, lower than 69.1% of drones and equal to 10.1% of drones.
Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
2000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
2000 m
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 2000 m, lower than 59% of drones and equal to 1.5% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
▲ Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2"
Sensor size
1/2"
▲ Better than 48% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2", larger than 48.2% of drones and equal to 17.6% 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
75 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
75 Mbps
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 75 Mbps, lower than 73.7% 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, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
▲ Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
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
50 ms
Transmission latency
50 ms
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 50 ms, lower than 94.4% of drones and equal to 1.4% of drones.
Official latency varies substantially by receiver mode (RC-N3 vs Goggles N3/Goggles 3 / racing mode).
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.
Bundle-dependent packaging still has official remote-controller support.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
1,435 mAh
Battery capacity
1,435 mAh
▼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 1,435 mAh, smaller than 67.9% of drones.
Battery energy
10.5 Wh
Battery energy
10.5 Wh
▼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 10.5 Wh, lower than 62.9% of drones.
Charging time
50 min
Charging time
50 min
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 50 min, faster than 91.9% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Weight
135 g
Weight
135 g
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 135 g, lighter than 78.4% 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 Neo vs the average drone

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  • 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
  • 80 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    50 ms
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (50 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    Official latency varies substantially by receiver mode (RC-N3 vs Goggles N3/Goggles 3 / racing mode).
    50 ms vs 130 ms
  • 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
  • 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
  • 6 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    7 km
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (7 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    7 km vs 1 km
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • 40 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    50 min
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (50 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    50 min vs 90 min
  • 22 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    22 GB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (22 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    22 GB vs 0 GB
  • 54.5% more popular
    DJI Neo is more popular than the average drone (10 vs 6.5).
    10 vs 6.47
  • 7.8% better value for money
    DJI Neo has better value for money than the average drone (7.61 vs 7.1).
    7.61 vs 7.06
  • 6 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    7 km
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (7 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    7 km vs 1 km
  • 1 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    16 m/s
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (16 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum mode speed (for example Sport/Manual mode).
    16 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 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
  • 22 GB more internal storage
    Internal storage
    22 GB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
    This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (22 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
    22 GB vs 0 GB
  • 1 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    1
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (1 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    1 vs 0
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    ▲ Better than 48% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/2" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/2" vs 1/2.3"
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    partial
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers partial manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    Requires remote controller / Pro mode.
    partial vs no
  • 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 °
  • 27.6 ° wider field of view
    Field of view
    117.6 °
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (117.6 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    117.6 ° vs 90 °
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    1-Axis Mechanical + EIS
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This drone uses 1-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    1-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
  • 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.
  • Includes propeller guards
    Propeller guards
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This drone has propeller guards, while the average drone does not. 33.3% of drones offer them.
  • 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
  • 80 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    50 ms
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (50 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    Official latency varies substantially by receiver mode (RC-N3 vs Goggles N3/Goggles 3 / racing mode).
    50 ms vs 130 ms
  • 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
  • Supports smartphone control
    Smartphone control
    yes
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    This drone supports smartphone control, while the average drone does not.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 40 min shorter charging time
    Charging time
    50 min
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges faster than the average drone (50 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    50 min vs 90 min
  • 45.1% lower weight
    Weight
    135 g
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is lighter than the average drone (135 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    135 g vs 246 g
  • 145 mm shorter body length
    Length
    130 mm
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (130 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
    130 mm vs 275 mm
  • 84 mm narrower width
    Width
    157 mm
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is narrower than the average drone (157 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    157 mm vs 241 mm
  • 14 mm lower body height
    Height
    48.5 mm
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is shorter than the average drone (48.5 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    48.5 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • 2.8 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    7.9 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
    7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • 2 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    2 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (2 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    2 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • 765 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,435 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1435 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,435 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 4.5 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    8 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (8 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    8 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
  • 2.8 m/s lower wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    7.9 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles weaker wind than the average drone (7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
    7.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 2 m/s slower descent speed
    Max descent speed
    2 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (2 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum descent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    2 m/s vs 4 m/s
  • Non-foldable design
    Foldable design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
  • 2 m/s slower ascent speed
    Max ascent speed
    3 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 m/s – >8 m/s
    This drone climbs more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 5 m/s). The average drone climbs at 5 m/s.
    Value reflects maximum ascent speed in higher-performance flight mode.
    3 m/s vs 5 m/s
  • 2 min shorter flight time
    Max flight time
    18 min
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (18 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    18 min vs 20 min
  • 1,500 m lower service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    2000 m
    ▼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a lower max service ceiling than the average drone (2000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    2,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • Narrower aperture
    Aperture
    f/2.8
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.8 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/2.8 vs f/2
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone does not have a memory card slot, while the average drone does.
  • 25 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Max movie bitrate
    75 Mbps
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
    This drone supports a lower maximum video bitrate than the average drone (75 Mbps vs 100 Mbps). The average drone supports a maximum video bitrate of 100 Mbps.
    75 Mbps vs 100 Mbps
  • 128 GB lower memory card limit
    Max external memory supported
    0 GB
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >512 GB
    This drone supports less external storage than the average drone (0 GB vs 128 GB). The average drone supports up to 128 GB of external storage.
    0 GB vs 128 GB
  • 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 POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • 4.5 m/s slower tracking speed
    Max subject tracking speed
    8 m/s
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
    This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (8 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
    8 m/s vs 12.5 m/s
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 45.8% higher takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    135 g
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a higher max takeoff weight than the average drone (135 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    135 g vs 249 g
  • 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
  • 765 mAh less battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,435 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1435 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    1,435 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 6.68 Wh less battery energy
    Battery energy
    10.5 Wh
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (10.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    10.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

8.0
CAPTAIN DRONE
≈ estimated
07/10/2025
Hands-on review · range, altitude and FPV test
Verdict
DJI Neo suits FPV beginners well, but range and altitude limits hold back experienced pilots.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
10/09/2025
Long-term review · one year of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Neo is hard to beat on price and flexible to fly, though video quality and storage limit it.
9.0
RobHK
≈ estimated
10/04/2025
Long-term review · about 300 days of flying
Verdict
DJI Neo is a rock-solid, highly recommended first drone, though its image quality is modest.
9.0
Bunch of Tech
≈ estimated
06/04/2025
Hands-on review · flights, modes and app control
Verdict
DJI Neo is light, easy to use and a very good buy, though you need to take care in wind and watch app range.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
07/03/2025
Long-term review · six months of regular flying
Verdict
DJI Neo is one of DJI's most versatile drones and a good pick for travel, follow shots and FPV.
8.0
The Drone Creative
≈ estimated
15/11/2024
Long-term review · two months of flying and tracking shots
Verdict
DJI Neo is a fun, portable entry point for beginners, held back by short battery life and weak exposure.
9.0
Chris Hau
≈ estimated
08/10/2024
Hands-on review · one month of flying and vlogging
Verdict
DJI Neo is good value and a strong buy for beginners and vloggers, though its image quality is capped.
7.0
Jake Does Stuff
≈ estimated
23/09/2024
Hands-on review · flights, footage and pros and cons
Verdict
DJI Neo does its intended job well, but image quality lags and it struggles in wind.
9.0
Drone Wilder
≈ estimated
20/09/2024
Range test · long-distance flights in windy conditions
Verdict
DJI Neo's range and transmission impressed the creator, but wind and battery drain limit real-world distance.
7.0
TheRcSaylors
≈ estimated
11/10/2024
First impressions · maiden flight and camera check
Verdict
DJI Neo is fun but gimmicky and best for casual users, and its lack of obstacle avoidance makes it unsafe.

What reviewers agree on

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

tomsguide.com
08/09/2024
Not graded yet
9.0
photoshopcafe.com
≈ estimated
26/09/2024
Hands-on test · Beginner trainer
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light, hard-to-break trainer drone for learning, though it has no obstacle avoidance.
8.0
space.com
✓ explicit
28/12/2024
Hands-on test · Autonomous beginner drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is an easy, fun beginner drone with reliable autonomous subject tracking, though its wind handling and camera are basic.
9.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
09/07/2025
Hands-on test · Recreational flying
Verdict
DJI Neo is a fun, palm-launched drone for quick clips in light winds, though it struggles in gusts and has short battery life.
9.0
petapixel.com
≈ estimated
13/11/2024
Hands-on review · Handheld drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a palm-launched drone with easy automated shots and quick setup, but it is not rugged and suits daytime shooting only.
8.0
downtown-mag.com
≈ estimated
27/05/2025
Hands-on test · Selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a grab-and-go selfie drone whose Follow mode tracks you reliably outdoors, but it crops vertical footage.
lasportiveoutdoor.com
05/11/2025
Not graded yet
9.0
tomsguide.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Hands-on review · Lightweight camera drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a compact drone with smooth 4K footage and easy controls, but gusts push it around and its battery life is short.
7.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Hands-on review · Pocket drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a small, easy-to-use drone for beginners shooting simple social-media clips, though phone-only range is short and professionals should skip it.
7.5
androidpolice.com
✓ explicit
01/01/2025
Hands-on review · Selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a tiny, easy-to-launch drone for quick autonomous social clips, though it flies only about 17 minutes per battery.
9.0
cre-8.com.au
≈ estimated
01/12/2024
Hands-on review · Setup and flight
Verdict
DJI Neo is an easy first drone with impressive 4K footage, though setup needs a phone and voice control only understands English or Mandarin.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
14/10/2024
Review · Beginner selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light, simple starter drone whose palm takeoff and 4K camera suit beginners; you'll need the optional remote for full range.
8.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
05/09/2024
Hands-on test · Rugged selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a tough, controller-free drone for quick fun shots, though its tracking can stall when someone runs past it.
9.0
amateurphotographer.com
✓ explicit
08/07/2025
Hands-on review · Entry-level drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is an easy, steady first drone for beginners, but its 18-minute flights and noisy low-light footage limit it.
8.0
droneandcam.com
≈ estimated
29/08/2025
Review · Pocket drone for beginners
Verdict
DJI Neo is a 135g pocket drone that makes 4K selfie clips easy, though its small sensor and lack of obstacle sensors limit it.
7.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
03/03/2026
Review summary · Palm-launch drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a 135g drone with palm takeoff and good subject tracking, though image quality is basic and wind or dim light limit it.
7.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
09/09/2024
Hands-on test · Compact 4K drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a well-built 4K drone that hovers steadily in light wind, but its single-axis gimbal and image noise hold it back.
9.6
drohnen.de
✓ explicit
19/09/2024
Product test · Selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is an easy-to-use selfie drone that takes off from your palm and flies automated shots, but it has no obstacle detection.
6.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
12/10/2024
Review summary · Vlogging selfie drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a selfie drone with full propeller guards for vlogging and indoor flying, though its 18-minute battery and lack of obstacle sensors limit it.
9.0
lasportiveoutdoor.com
≈ estimated
05/11/2025
Hands-on test · Outdoor sports filming
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light, simple drone for filming outdoor sports, with a reliable Follow mode, though short battery life and erratic Direction Track limit it.
9.0
andreagaleazzi.com
≈ estimated
07/12/2024
Hands-on review · Ultralight drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light, easy-to-fly drone with good footage for casual flyers, though strong gusts make it hard to hold course.
7.0
wired.it
✓ explicit
30/09/2024
Hands-on review · Entry-level drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a fun, pocket-sized beginner drone with easy automatic flights and phone control, though it is noisy and has no obstacle sensors.
9.0
smartworld.it
≈ estimated
05/09/2024
Hands-on test · Autonomous mini drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light drone that flies itself through selfie modes and lands in your hand, though its automatic shots are not always very steady.
8.0
dronewatch.nl
✓ explicit
13/09/2024
Hands-on review · Tiny camera drone
Verdict
DJI Neo is a light, easy-to-use starter drone that can fly using just a phone and shoots 4K, but it is loud and drifts in wind.
9.0
icreatemagazine.nl
≈ estimated
02/10/2024
Hands-on review · Easy phone flying
Verdict
DJI Neo is very easy to get started with, taking off from your palm and tracking people you circle on screen, but it struggles in low light.

Third-party reviews

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What we like about DJI Neo

  • Extremely affordable entry point for beginners and hobbyists
  • Versatile control options including controller-free, smartphone, RC, and FPV
  • Robust and durable build with effective built-in propeller guards
  • Seamless palm takeoff and landing with autonomous tracking modes
  • Ultra-lightweight (135g) design, often exempting it from registration in many regions
  • Effective electronic image stabilization (RockSteady/HorizonBalancing)

What we don't like about DJI Neo

  • Relatively short flight time per battery, typically 12–15 minutes in real-world use
  • Lack of obstacle avoidance sensors (only downward positioning)
  • Fixed 1-axis gimbal limits cinematic flexibility compared to 3-axis models
  • Small sensor struggles with dynamic range and low-light conditions
  • No expandable storage (limited to 22GB internal memory)
  • Noticeably loud propeller noise ('screams') compared to quieter models
  • Poor stability and performance in moderate to high wind conditions

Verdict

The DJI Neo is an ultra-lightweight 135g mini drone designed for effortless vlogging with a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor capable of 4K/30fps stabilized video and 12MP photos. Its main characteristics include palm takeoff and landing, AI-powered subject tracking, and six intelligent QuickShots modes (Dronie, Circle, Rocket, Spotlight, Helix, Boomerang), all operable without a remote controller via voice commands or the DJI Fly app. Key pros are its regulation-friendly weight, 22GB of internal storage, full-coverage propeller guards for safe indoor flight, and versatile compatibility with RC-N3, FPV Remote Controller 3, and Goggles 3. However, notable cons include a relatively short flight time of approximately 18 minutes, the absence of obstacle avoidance sensors, and a camera limited to a single-axis mechanical gimbal supplemented by electronic stabilization.

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