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DJI Neo 2 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210Max flight time:19 minVideo resolution:4K/100 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

DJI Neo 2 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 60 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

▲Better than 75% of drones

7.3

▲Better than 72% of drones

8.6

▲Better than 82% of drones

6.6
Aerial photography
Aerial photography
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards a large camera sensor, high photo resolution, a high megapixel count and a wide aperture.
When it matters
When image quality, high display fidelity, and reliable cameras are essential for your daily workflow.
Score distribution
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Score components
35.0%
7.6
Sensor size
25.0%
7.3
Photo resolution
20.0%
3.0
Main camera megapixels
20.0%
7.4
Aperture
7.9
Filmmaking
Filmmaking
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards high video resolution, wide dynamic range, a high bitrate, gimbal stabilization and flat color profiles.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific filmmaking needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
25.0%
8.1
Video resolution
20.0%
8.2
Video dynamic range
20.0%
?
Max movie bitrate
20.0%
7.0
Gimbal axes
15.0%
?
Color profiles
9.2
Beginners
Beginners
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Rewards obstacle detection, automatic return to home, stable hovering and intelligent flight modes that make first flights safer.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific beginners needs.
Score distribution
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30.0%
10
Hover accuracy (horizontal)
25.0%
10
Obstacle detection
25.0%
10
Return to Home (RTH)
20.0%
6.1
N. of intelligent flight modes
8.1
Travel
Travel
8.1/ 10
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What it is
Rewards low weight, long flight time and short charging time.
When it matters
When prioritizing long battery endurance, compact weight, and dependable on-the-go connectivity.
Score distribution
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Score components
45.0%
9.7
Weight
30.0%
4.5
Max flight time
25.0%
9.6
Charging time
8.0
Long range
Long range
8.0/ 10
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What it is
Rewards long transmission and flight distance, low video latency and a sharp live view.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific long range needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
35.0%
8.5
Max transmission distance
30.0%
6.0
Max flight distance
20.0%
8.6
Live view quality
15.0%
10
Transmission latency
8.7
Sports tracking
Sports tracking
8.7/ 10
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What it is
Rewards subject tracking, high flight speed, obstacle sensing in many directions and wind resistance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this drones meets your specific sports tracking needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
40.0%
10
Subject tracking
25.0%
5.5
Max flight speed
20.0%
10
Obstacle sensing directions
15.0%
8.7
Max wind resistance

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Technical Specifications of drone DJI Neo 2

7.5

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Flight

5.9

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Max flight time

Gautier Veltri: Good FPV battery life, close to 11 minutes

tomshw.it: Real-world flight time of 10–15 minutes, so you'll need extra batteries
tech.grahammiranda.com: Short flight time, so plan on spare batteries
alpha-photo.fr: You'll need to keep an eye on battery life during long sessions
Moto Matt: Battery life of about 15 minutes is short
CHIP: Battery life of about 14 minutes at 4K 60 fps, even less than its predecessor
Gautier Veltri: Only about 12 minutes of battery life in fixed flight; Battery life one minute shorter than the original Neo
TechSauce: Battery life is short, so spare batteries are a good idea
Dustin Dunnill: Flight time about 15 minutes, similar to the original Neo
51 Drones: Low-battery beeper starts early and is very irritating
Tech Traveller: Battery lasts about 10 to 12 minutes, not the advertised 19; Battery power drops off suddenly in the last 20 to 25 percent
justaschmidt: Flight time around 13 minutes in the hover test
Patrick Honsal: Battery gives only 15 to 19 minutes of flight time
Onkel Kramer: Battery does not reach the advertised 18 minutes when tracking
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Flight time drops to about 10 minutes in wind
Nicorama: Battery life is limited
Damien Bernal: Battery lasts only about ten minutes, less in wind
Jerome-Exp: Real flight time is closer to 13 to 15 minutes
Presse-citron: Battery runs out after about ten minutes instead of the claimed twenty; Spare batteries and a carry pouch are needed for longer outings
MATT Adventure: Battery life too short to cover stops during a ride
wissofpv: Battery drains very quickly
SweItalyAdventure: Slow 15 W charging without the separate charger
Javier Letosa: Real flight time around 15 minutes, below the claimed 19; The Fly More Combo with three batteries is practically a must
Jose A. Rubio: Needs at least four batteries for a decent session
Tropikal Drone: Battery life is tight, about 15 minutes in practice versus 19 claimed
Tekwelt : Battery drains fast in wind, short of the claimed 19 minutes
Los vídeos de Félix: Flight time only 10 to 12 minutes, so carry at least three batteries
Los vídeos de Félix: Real flight time only around 8 to 10 minutes
Aprende Video en Línea: Battery lasts around 10 minutes in real use
DRONFIT: Real flight time only about 10 to 12 minutes, below the advertised figure
Mini Review: Short flight time, so a second battery is advisable
Johan de Groot : Only one battery, so very little flight testing was possible

Camera

6.9

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Video resolution

4K camera

Sensor size

Main camera megapixels

Max movie bitrate

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Sensor size, Video resolution, Color profiles, RAW photo capture

tomshw.it: Records 4K at 60fps, plus vertical 2.7K at 60fps for social media
frandroid.com: 4K60 is much smoother than the first Neo's 4K30; 16.5mm lens frames you and your surroundings with less fish-eye distortion
Gautier Veltri: Video quality described as flawless
Albert Bermejo: Good image quality for casual use and short clips
TechSauce: Wider f/2.2 lens lets in more light
andyescapes: Image quality clearly better than the original Neo
ijan sempoi: Footage looks surprisingly good in good lighting
Tech Traveller: Sharp daylight footage with good color
justaschmidt: Camera quality clearly better than the earlier model
Patrick Honsal: Better daylight image quality with less noise
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Image and video quality are solid for a drone this small
Drone Technology: Images are surprisingly good for such a small, cheap drone
Daddyfamtech: Video quality is surprisingly good for such a small drone
Nicorama: Clear image improvement over the first generation; Image quality is fine for a drone at this price
Damien Bernal: Very good image quality for a drone this size
Jerome-Exp: Image is ready to publish without heavy editing; Clear gain in image quality over the first generation
Presse-citron: Sharp 4K image quality, impressive for such a small drone
wissofpv: Photos and skin tones improved by built-in processing; Clips are ready to share on social media without editing
Noxy: Camera results look quite professional
Andrea Pinotti: Image seen on the phone looks better than the original Neo
Bighenet: Video quality is good for everyday use
Mattia Antonelli: Vivid, bright colours straight out of the camera
Mattia Antonelli: Clearly better video quality than the first Neo
Javier Letosa: Good image quality for the price, with DJI's software
Tropikal Drone: Clean, stable 4K footage with good motion handling in good light
DroneGuru: Image quality clearly better than the first model with the same sensor
DRONFIT: Clearly improved over the previous model, with a brighter lens
MTB challenge: Records both horizontal and vertical video for reels

tomshw.it: JPEG photos only, with no RAW option for editing
tech.grahammiranda.com: 4K 100fps slow motion requires the optional remote
frandroid.com: 4K 100fps slow motion requires the optional remote; Without the remote, video bitrate drops from 100 Mbps to 50 Mbps
slashcam.de: Footage has a smartphone look, with heavy sharpening and bold colours
Albert Bermejo: Not a serious camera: no RAW or log recording; Not suited to weddings, events or professional work; DJI Flip offers better image quality, though without obstacle sensors
Air Photography: Vertical video limited to 2.7K resolution
TechSauce: Image quality is only okay, since it uses the same sensor
ijan sempoi: Not meant to replace Mini or Air drones for professional footage
51 Drones: Over-sharpened image that needs sharpness turned down by hand; No log profile, only 8-bit recording
David Manning: Small camera sensor, and a bigger one would be welcome
justaschmidt: Camera trails the Mini 5 Pro and Flip; No RAW photos available
Technik News: No adjustable image settings in the phone app
Damien Bernal: Gimbal cannot tilt vertically and there is no D-Log
Jerome-Exp: No RAW format for detailed editing
andreagaleazzi: Video quality is good but below DJI's more professional drones
Bighenet: Not suited to advanced editing, colour profiles or log presets
Javier Letosa: No log or flat picture profiles for advanced colour grading
Aprende Video en Línea: No log recording, which limits colour correction
DRONFIT: Camera trails the Flip and Mini 4 Pro, weaker in low light than the Mini 5 Pro

Safety

8.3

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Return to Home (RTH)

GPS

GNSS systems supported

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Beginner mode

Moto Matt: Easy to fly, since the drone does much of the flying itself
CHIP: Easy, beginner-friendly drone for casual flying
Albert Bermejo: Fun to fly and very easy to get aerial shots; Good for story-driven clips and travel footage
TechSauce: Easy one-handed use thanks to the new screen
David Manning: Horizon stays level in normal mode, which suits newcomers
Tech Traveller: Smooth, stable and fun to fly; Beginner-friendly, arguably DJI's most approachable drone
Rome Knows Tech: Easy flying, suited to beginners
justaschmidt: Precise landing back on the controller
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Flight behaviour is smooth and it returns home on low battery
Daddyfamtech: Easy to fly for complete beginners; Fun for holidays, sports and simple content creation
Denis B: Starts in seconds with no remote, app or accessories needed
MATT Adventure: Reassuring and fun to fly while following on a motorbike
Noxy: Very easy to fly for someone who has never flown a drone
andreagaleazzi: Versatile and simple to use for most people
Bighenet: Very versatile for filming almost anywhere without complications
Los vídeos de Félix: Excellent value for beginners, with an easy learning curve
Javier Letosa: Very easy to fly, with no prior flying or photography knowledge needed
Jose A. Rubio: Lets you fly relaxed and focus on filming rather than the drone
Tekwelt : Excellent choice as a first drone
Los vídeos de Félix: Suits beginners and experienced pilots as a secondary drone
Jesus Terreros: Very easy to fly, controllable with hand gestures
Los vídeos de Félix: Easy to fly, opening drones to people who would not otherwise try them
Aprende Video en Línea: Very easy to fly, with no experience needed
Johan de Groot : Fun to fly and handy to take along on short trips

CHIP: Not enough for professionals or experienced pilots
TechNicolas: Braking on stick release is very abrupt
Patrick Honsal: Not a professional drone, so it is limited for advanced pilots
SweItalyAdventure: Jerky flying and fast autonomous route choices; Crashes and unpredictable behaviour even in bright, clear conditions

Subject tracking, Max subject tracking speed

tech.grahammiranda.com: ActiveTrack follows subjects at up to 12 m/s (40 km/h)
alpha-photo.fr: ActiveTrack reacts faster than on earlier models
Moto Matt: Tracking works well as long as you don't push it too hard
ijan sempoi: Tracking speed of about 12 m per second for its size
TechNicolas: Tracking and gesture control feel intuitive
Patrick Honsal: Tracking impressed, and FPV mode was a pleasant surprise
Onkel Kramer: Tracks people, cars, bikes and dogs reliably
Nicorama: Strong tracking for sports like cycling
Jerome-Exp: Strong tracking for cycling and sports, up to 43 km/h
Presse-citron: Tracks well through trees, bike rides and kayaking
Denis B: Follow mode tracks well, including from behind on a forest walk
jeteste: Follow mode tracks the subject well and avoids trees and rocks
MATT Adventure: Rear tracking works very well at speed
andreagaleazzi: Tracking and gesture control work very well
Andrea Pinotti: Active tracking followed well through branches and on a bike ride
Mattia Antonelli: Can track vehicles in Focus Track mode
David Ulivelli: Follow Me keeps the drone in front while the creator walks
ilBiker: Follow and hover modes keep the rider framed well
Javier Letosa: Tracking rates above DJI's more expensive models
Jose A. Rubio: Smooth, cinematic tracking in cycling mode; Tracking holds up well at 25–30 km/h on roads
Tropikal Drone: Follow mode keeps framing steady, even when accelerating
Mini Review: Tracking shots work well while walking and cycling
Johan de Groot : Fully autonomous flying, with follow modes that work without a phone or controller; Follow settings adjustable on the drone's side buttons, no phone needed

Moto Matt: Loses the rider when going too fast
Giacomo Vitali: Active tracking behaved erratically in one test; Tracking needs a specific placement to work reliably
Test und Technik : Follow mode sometimes loses the rider in sharp curves
Onkel Kramer: Tracking fails for model boats and robot lawnmowers
Jerome-Exp: Tracking is weaker when the drone reverses
jeteste: The maker discourages flying over water in follow mode
MATT Adventure: Car tracking not supported, even from the phone; Tracking from the side and front is less reliable than from the rear
Noxy: Front tracking did not follow from the expected position; Loses the subject behind a tree before reacquiring it
Mattia Antonelli: Crashed during the tracking test, which was unexpected
Aprende Video en Línea: Not a professional drone; tracking weaker in complex moves
MTB challenge: Loses the rider on sharp bends and small branches

N. of intelligent flight modes, QuickShots

Air Photography: Easy acro and headtracking for FPV-style flying
Dustin Dunnill: Bike and ski modes can now be selected from the drone's menu
Mark McGee Photos: Selfie shot and dolly zoom add easy creative shots
David Manning: Beginner-friendly FPV with the motion controller and goggles
Rome Knows Tech: Many smart features and several flight modes
Technik News: Top pick for beginners getting into FPV
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Follow mode and quickshots work well from the phone alone
Tech City Life: Improved display and buttons make autonomous modes easier to set
Damien Bernal: Selfie and Spotlight modes are really useful
Denis B: Fun to use, with quick selfie and shot modes
jeteste: Precise, beginner-friendly FPV flying with goggles and motion controller; Versatile, with several automatic flight modes such as rocket and drony
Noxy: Circle and follow modes work well, with obstacle detection
Davide Biffi: Very fast in Sport mode and fun to fly; Clear speed gain over the first generation
Mattia Antonelli: Integrated display for tracking and flight-mode settings
David Ulivelli: Dronie, circle, spiral and dolly zoom run fully automatically
Los vídeos de Félix: Versatile: selfie, stabilised and FPV modes in one drone
Tekwelt : Three flight modes give control over speed and smoothness
Los vídeos de Félix: Lets you learn both stabilised and FPV flying with one drone
Los vídeos de Félix: Fun to fly in FPV mode, even at relaxed stable settings
Aprende Video en Línea: Automatic modes and gesture control suit beginners well
DRONFIT: Very fun to fly, in both hand-flown and FPV modes

slashcam.de: Shot modes moved to side buttons, so first-Neo owners have to relearn them; More automatic shots require the phone app or a controller
CHIP: Some flight modes still need software refinement
Technik News: Too slow to match regular FPV drones
Nicorama: Limited photo and video modes make it less versatile
wissofpv: Acro mode and some features not yet updated in firmware
Andrea Pinotti: Firmware and app are still beta, and early versions had an altitude glitch
Jose A. Rubio: Speed is limited, so it is not built for fast chase shots

Obstacle detection, Obstacle sensing directions

tomshw.it: Obstacle detection in every direction, not just below
dronezine.it: Front LiDAR plus rear and downward-facing cameras detect obstacles all round
tech.grahammiranda.com: LiDAR keeps obstacle sensing accurate in low light
frandroid.com: Obstacle detection covers front, back, top, bottom and sides
alpha-photo.fr: All-round obstacle detection is reassuring
CHIP: Reliable obstacle detection in all directions
Giacomo Vitali: Obstacle avoidance works well, even among olive trees and leaves; Omnidirectional sensors cover every side of the drone
Dustin Dunnill: Obstacle avoidance stops before trees during selfie shots
Mark McGee Photos: Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance and full propeller guards make it feel very safe
Steve Coutts: Omnidirectional obstacle sensing and recessed cameras
Rome Knows Tech: Obstacle avoidance and 4K at 60 fps
justaschmidt: Obstacle sensors make it feel reassuring
Test und Technik : Obstacle avoidance works well on open paths and forest trails
Tech City Life: Sensors now cover all directions for safer autonomous flying
Drone Technology: Obstacle sensors make flying feel very reassuring
Jerome-Exp: Feels secure with omnidirectional obstacle avoidance
Andrea Pinotti: Obstacle sensing held up in a wooded area, even in low light
Mattia Antonelli: Obstacle avoidance lets it track in tighter directions
DroneGuru: Omnidirectional obstacle sensing, a first for an FPV drone
MTB challenge: Handles large obstacles well while following a rider
Mini Review: Obstacle avoidance on all sides, even while cycling

dronezine.it: Obstacle sensing can't be switched off during QuickShots or MasterShots
Moto Matt: Obstacle avoidance has limits, and it hit a tree during testing
Giacomo Vitali: Thin branches, especially on bare trees, are hard for it to detect
Dustin Dunnill: Obstacle avoidance lets it crash into trees and roadside pines while following
David Manning: Obstacle avoidance in normal mode blocks tight gaps
TechNicolas: Obstacle-avoidance mode feels jerky; Obstacle detection can struggle in difficult light
Test und Technik : Dense forest and narrow trails lead to branch crashes
Tech City Life: Sensors struggle with small branches and thin objects
Denis B: Obstacle sensing missed a thick branch and the drone got stuck in a tree
jeteste: The drone can still hit fine branches
Mattia Antonelli: Sensors should be relied on as little as possible
Jose A. Rubio: Obstacle detection is not really omnidirectional, and branches still get hit
DroneGuru: Obstacle sensors brake the drone too early near objects; Sensors must be switched off for real fast FPV flying
MTB challenge: Cuts corners through bushes and hits trees on tight trails

Connectivity

8.8

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Transmission latency

Video transmission system

Live view quality

Remote control

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Max transmission distance, Remote control, Transmission latency, Smartphone control

dronezine.it: Controller link reaches 6 km, while phone Wi-Fi covers only about 50 m
slashcam.de: Optional digital receiver lets the Neo 2 fly with the RC2 or goggles
CHIP: Several ways to fly: handheld launch, phone, controller and goggles
Gautier Veltri: Versatile: stable flight, FPV and gesture control
Air Photography: Smartphone range now rated 500 m, up from 50 m
Dustin Dunnill: Works as a camera drone with the RC 2 and as FPV with goggles
51 Drones: Lower latency and better range with the goggles setup
David Manning: Very versatile, with several ways to fly it
Steve Coutts: Transceiver adds better video transmission and lower latency
TechNicolas: Motion Controller makes flying feel fun; Works standalone or with a smartphone as the controller
Technik News: Many flight options, from gestures to FPV goggles
Onkel Kramer: Flies without a controller, using just a phone or hand gestures
Drone Technology: Returns to its takeoff point when the signal is lost
wissofpv: Transmission link about three times faster than Neo 1
Bighenet: Light and easy to fly, with smartphone control working smoothly
David Ulivelli: Smartphone-only control covers every flight mode tested
ilBiker: Live view from an Apple Watch while it flies
Tekwelt : Good image and control with the RC-N3 controller; Strong link, with 1.5 km reached from takeoff during the test
Los vídeos de Félix: Versatile light drone you can carry and launch from a phone
DroneGuru: Very versatile: hand launch, radio control, FPV or phone

dronezine.it: Phone-only flying reaches about 50 m, or about 190 m in open areas
alpha-photo.fr: Remote not included and must be bought separately
Mark McGee Photos: Flying with the remote controller needs the Fly More Combo bundle; Some cinematic flying needs the RC controller rather than the phone
Tech Traveller: App pairing hiccups and slow live view loading
Technik News: Less suited for high altitudes and long-distance flights
Onkel Kramer: Larger flights need the optional controller
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Longer distances are far more comfortable with the optional controller; Without the remote, the phone has to act as the display
jeteste: Flying by hand in the app takes skill and practice
andreagaleazzi: Radio controller of limited use, and no built-in display; Not a long-range drone, range needs optional antennas
Bighenet: Wi-Fi signal weakens at distance, so the drone had to be brought back; Serious filming needs an optional module, not always included in bundles
Mattia Antonelli: Needs an extra transmitter module to fly with controller or goggles
Jose A. Rubio: No remote beacon, so using the controller and phone together while tracking is nearly impossible
Mini Review: Cinematic control is hard without a controller

Battery & Design

7.3

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Battery energy

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Removable battery

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DJI Neo 2 vs the average drone

Why is DJI Neo 2 better than the average drone?

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Supports obstacle detection
Obstacle detection
yes
▲ Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
9 km longer transmission range
Max transmission distance
10 km
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
About 6 km in CE mode; about 0.5 km via Wi-Fi only.
10 km vs 1 km
9 km longer flight distance
Max flight distance
10 km
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
10 km vs 1 km
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.
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
Supports QuickShots
QuickShots
yes
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
Richer manual controls
Manual camera controls
full
▲ Better than 68% of models
This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
full vs no

14.3% better value for money
DJI Neo 2 has better value for money than the average drone (8.06 vs 7.1).
8.06 vs 7.06
54.5% more popular
DJI Neo 2 is more popular than the average drone (10 vs 6.5).
10 vs 6.47

9 km longer flight distance
Max flight distance
10 km
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
10 km vs 1 km
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.
November 2025
2025 vs 2023

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
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
49 GB more internal storage
Internal storage
49 GB
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >8 GB
This drone has more internal storage than the average drone (49 GB vs 0 GB). The average drone has 0 GB of internal storage.
49 GB vs 0 GB
2 more gimbal axes
Gimbal axes
2
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (2 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
2 vs 0
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 100fps in supported modes.
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 supported.
More advanced stabilization
Image stabilization type
2-Axis Mechanical + EIS
▲ Better than 58% of models
This drone uses 2-Axis Mechanical + EIS image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
2-Axis Mechanical + EIS vs EIS (Digital)
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"
Wider tilt range
Camera tilt range
-90 to 70 °
★ Better than 97% of models
This drone has a wider tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 70 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
-90 to 70 ° vs -90 to 20 °
29.8 ° wider field of view
Field of view
119.8 °
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
This drone has a wider field of view than the average drone (119.8 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
119.8 ° vs 90 °
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.
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 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.
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

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.
About 6 km in CE mode; about 0.5 km via Wi-Fi only.
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.
50 ms vs 130 ms
Better live view quality
Live view quality
1080p@100 fps
★ Better than 93% of models
This drone has better live view quality than the average drone (1080p@100 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
Standard live view is lower; 100 fps applies with compatible DJI goggles.
1080p@100 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
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
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
38.6% lower weight
Weight
151 g
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone is lighter than the average drone (151 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
151 g vs 246 g
20 min shorter charging time
Charging time
70 min
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges faster than the average drone (70 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
70 min vs 90 min
128 mm shorter body length
Length
147 mm
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <117 mm – >385 mm
This drone is shorter than the average drone (147 mm vs 275 mm). The average drone is 275 mm long.
147 mm vs 275 mm
21.5 mm lower body height
Height
41 mm
▲ Better than 85% of models
Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
This drone is shorter than the average drone (41 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
41 mm vs 62.5 mm
70 mm narrower width
Width
171 mm
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
This drone is narrower than the average drone (171 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
171 mm vs 241 mm

Why is DJI Neo 2 worse than the average drone?

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Fewer photo format options
Photo formats supported
JPEG
▼ Worse than 41% of models
This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
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.
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
Non-foldable design
Foldable design
no
▼ Worse than 68% of models
This drone does not have a foldable design, while the average drone does.
1 m/s slower descent speed
Max descent speed
3 m/s
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
3 m/s vs 4 m/s
594 mAh less battery capacity
Battery capacity
1,606 mAh
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1606 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
1,606 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
3 m/s slower flight speed
Max flight speed
12 m/s
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
Value reflects maximum supported mode speed for this package.
12 m/s vs 15 m/s
Narrower aperture
Aperture
f/2.2
▲ Better than 56% of models
This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.2 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
f/2.2 vs f/2

1 m/s slower descent speed
Max descent speed
3 m/s
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <2 m/s – >8 m/s
This drone descends more slowly than the average drone (3 m/s vs 4 m/s). The average drone descends at 4 m/s.
3 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.
3 m/s slower flight speed
Max flight speed
12 m/s
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone reaches a lower max flight speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
Value reflects maximum supported mode speed for this package.
12 m/s vs 15 m/s
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
1 min shorter flight time
Max flight time
19 min
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone offers shorter max flight time than the average drone (19 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
17 minutes with propeller guards.
19 min vs 20 min

Fewer photo format options
Photo formats supported
JPEG
▼ Worse than 41% of models
This drone supports JPEG photo formats, while the average drone supports JPEG, DNG (RAW).
JPEG vs JPEG, DNG (RAW)
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.
Narrower aperture
Aperture
f/2.2
▲ Better than 56% of models
This drone has a narrower aperture than the average drone (f/2.2 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
f/2.2 vs f/2
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

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.
39.4% higher takeoff weight
Max takeoff weight
151 g
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
This drone has a higher max takeoff weight than the average drone (151 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
151 g vs 249 g
0.5 m/s slower tracking speed
Max subject tracking speed
12 m/s
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <8 m/s – >20 m/s
This drone can track subjects at a lower speed than the average drone (12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s). The average drone tracks subjects at 12.5 m/s.
12 m/s vs 12.5 m/s

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

594 mAh less battery capacity
Battery capacity
1,606 mAh
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a smaller battery capacity than the average drone (1606 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
1,606 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
5.68 Wh less battery energy
Battery energy
11.5 Wh
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has lower battery energy than the average drone (11.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
11.5 Wh vs 17.18 Wh

Video reviews

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

9.0

51 Drones

≈ estimated

22/02/2026

Hands-on review · flying tips, wind, battery and camera settings

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is considered DJI's best drone to date, though it has annoying beeps, over-sharpening and wind limits.

6.0

Dustin Dunnill

≈ estimated

18/01/2026

Part 1 of in-depth review · unboxing, setup and first flights

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is fun and flexible, but its obstacle avoidance still crashes too often and needs work.

9.0

David Manning

≈ estimated

22/12/2025

Month-long hands-on review · all flight modes tested

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is a fun, versatile drone, though storage and camera size could be better.

8.0

Tech Traveller

≈ estimated

02/12/2025

Hands-on review · a week of flying and its drawbacks

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is fun and easy to fly, but buyers need to weigh its battery life, storage and sensor limits.

9.0

Moto Matt

≈ estimated

23/11/2025

Hands-on review · first flights and tracking tests

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 suits motorcycle filming and beginners well, though its battery life is short.

9.5

Mark McGee Photos

≈ estimated

14/11/2025

Full review · phone, gesture and remote-controller flying

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is the best beginner drone on the market, safe, easy to fly and great fun.

9.0

andyescapes

≈ estimated

13/11/2025

Hands-on review · flights, image quality and value

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is a small, fun and affordable drone worth buying, despite minor issues with wind and antennas.

8.0

TechSauce

≈ estimated

13/11/2025

Hands-on review · flight tests, crash demo and price check

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is easy to fly and better equipped, but image quality and battery life are only average.

8.0

ijan sempoi

≈ estimated

15/03/2026

Unboxing and first look · short outdoor flight test

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is a small, fun drone for travel and beginners, but it is no replacement for the Mini or Air series.

9.0

Rome Knows Tech

≈ estimated

22/01/2026

First look · unboxing and first impressions

Verdict

DJI Neo 2 is light, easy to fly and packed with smart features, a strong all-round device.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 6 · 58

Reviewers love its easy gesture control and tracking, but flight time is very short and it struggles in wind.

Praised

Likes (24)

Moto Matt: Easy to fly, since the drone does much of the flying itself
CHIP: Easy, beginner-friendly drone for casual flying
Albert Bermejo: Fun to fly and very easy to get aerial shots; Good for story-driven clips and travel footage
TechSauce: Easy one-handed use thanks to the new screen
David Manning: Horizon stays level in normal mode, which suits newcomers
Tech Traveller: Smooth, stable and fun to fly; Beginner-friendly, arguably DJI's most approachable drone
Rome Knows Tech: Easy flying, suited to beginners
justaschmidt: Precise landing back on the controller
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Flight behaviour is smooth and it returns home on low battery
Daddyfamtech: Easy to fly for complete beginners; Fun for holidays, sports and simple content creation
Denis B: Starts in seconds with no remote, app or accessories needed
MATT Adventure: Reassuring and fun to fly while following on a motorbike
Noxy: Very easy to fly for someone who has never flown a drone
andreagaleazzi: Versatile and simple to use for most people
Bighenet: Very versatile for filming almost anywhere without complications
Los vídeos de Félix: Excellent value for beginners, with an easy learning curve
Javier Letosa: Very easy to fly, with no prior flying or photography knowledge needed
Jose A. Rubio: Lets you fly relaxed and focus on filming rather than the drone
Tekwelt : Excellent choice as a first drone
Los vídeos de Félix: Suits beginners and experienced pilots as a secondary drone
Jesus Terreros: Very easy to fly, controllable with hand gestures
Los vídeos de Félix: Easy to fly, opening drones to people who would not otherwise try them
Aprende Video en Línea: Very easy to fly, with no experience needed
Johan de Groot : Fun to fly and handy to take along on short trips

Dislikes (4)

CHIP: Not enough for professionals or experienced pilots
TechNicolas: Braking on stick release is very abrupt
Patrick Honsal: Not a professional drone, so it is limited for advanced pilots
SweItalyAdventure: Jerky flying and fast autonomous route choices; Crashes and unpredictable behaviour even in bright, clear conditions

Likes (23)

tech.grahammiranda.com: ActiveTrack follows subjects at up to 12 m/s (40 km/h)
alpha-photo.fr: ActiveTrack reacts faster than on earlier models
Moto Matt: Tracking works well as long as you don't push it too hard
ijan sempoi: Tracking speed of about 12 m per second for its size
TechNicolas: Tracking and gesture control feel intuitive
Patrick Honsal: Tracking impressed, and FPV mode was a pleasant surprise
Onkel Kramer: Tracks people, cars, bikes and dogs reliably
Nicorama: Strong tracking for sports like cycling
Jerome-Exp: Strong tracking for cycling and sports, up to 43 km/h
Presse-citron: Tracks well through trees, bike rides and kayaking
Denis B: Follow mode tracks well, including from behind on a forest walk
jeteste: Follow mode tracks the subject well and avoids trees and rocks
MATT Adventure: Rear tracking works very well at speed
andreagaleazzi: Tracking and gesture control work very well
Andrea Pinotti: Active tracking followed well through branches and on a bike ride
Mattia Antonelli: Can track vehicles in Focus Track mode
David Ulivelli: Follow Me keeps the drone in front while the creator walks
ilBiker: Follow and hover modes keep the rider framed well
Javier Letosa: Tracking rates above DJI's more expensive models
Jose A. Rubio: Smooth, cinematic tracking in cycling mode; Tracking holds up well at 25–30 km/h on roads
Tropikal Drone: Follow mode keeps framing steady, even when accelerating
Mini Review: Tracking shots work well while walking and cycling
Johan de Groot : Fully autonomous flying, with follow modes that work without a phone or controller; Follow settings adjustable on the drone's side buttons, no phone needed

Dislikes (11)

Moto Matt: Loses the rider when going too fast
Giacomo Vitali: Active tracking behaved erratically in one test; Tracking needs a specific placement to work reliably
Test und Technik : Follow mode sometimes loses the rider in sharp curves
Onkel Kramer: Tracking fails for model boats and robot lawnmowers
Jerome-Exp: Tracking is weaker when the drone reverses
jeteste: The maker discourages flying over water in follow mode
MATT Adventure: Car tracking not supported, even from the phone; Tracking from the side and front is less reliable than from the rear
Noxy: Front tracking did not follow from the expected position; Loses the subject behind a tree before reacquiring it
Mattia Antonelli: Crashed during the tracking test, which was unexpected
Aprende Video en Línea: Not a professional drone; tracking weaker in complex moves
MTB challenge: Loses the rider on sharp bends and small branches

Likes (21)

Air Photography: Easy acro and headtracking for FPV-style flying
Dustin Dunnill: Bike and ski modes can now be selected from the drone's menu
Mark McGee Photos: Selfie shot and dolly zoom add easy creative shots
David Manning: Beginner-friendly FPV with the motion controller and goggles
Rome Knows Tech: Many smart features and several flight modes
Technik News: Top pick for beginners getting into FPV
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Follow mode and quickshots work well from the phone alone
Tech City Life: Improved display and buttons make autonomous modes easier to set
Damien Bernal: Selfie and Spotlight modes are really useful
Denis B: Fun to use, with quick selfie and shot modes
jeteste: Precise, beginner-friendly FPV flying with goggles and motion controller; Versatile, with several automatic flight modes such as rocket and drony
Noxy: Circle and follow modes work well, with obstacle detection
Davide Biffi: Very fast in Sport mode and fun to fly; Clear speed gain over the first generation
Mattia Antonelli: Integrated display for tracking and flight-mode settings
David Ulivelli: Dronie, circle, spiral and dolly zoom run fully automatically
Los vídeos de Félix: Versatile: selfie, stabilised and FPV modes in one drone
Tekwelt : Three flight modes give control over speed and smoothness
Los vídeos de Félix: Lets you learn both stabilised and FPV flying with one drone
Los vídeos de Félix: Fun to fly in FPV mode, even at relaxed stable settings
Aprende Video en Línea: Automatic modes and gesture control suit beginners well
DRONFIT: Very fun to fly, in both hand-flown and FPV modes

Dislikes (7)

slashcam.de: Shot modes moved to side buttons, so first-Neo owners have to relearn them; More automatic shots require the phone app or a controller
CHIP: Some flight modes still need software refinement
Technik News: Too slow to match regular FPV drones
Nicorama: Limited photo and video modes make it less versatile
wissofpv: Acro mode and some features not yet updated in firmware
Andrea Pinotti: Firmware and app are still beta, and early versions had an altitude glitch
Jose A. Rubio: Speed is limited, so it is not built for fast chase shots

Mixed views

Likes (28)

tomshw.it: Records 4K at 60fps, plus vertical 2.7K at 60fps for social media
frandroid.com: 4K60 is much smoother than the first Neo's 4K30; 16.5mm lens frames you and your surroundings with less fish-eye distortion
Gautier Veltri: Video quality described as flawless
Albert Bermejo: Good image quality for casual use and short clips
TechSauce: Wider f/2.2 lens lets in more light
andyescapes: Image quality clearly better than the original Neo
ijan sempoi: Footage looks surprisingly good in good lighting
Tech Traveller: Sharp daylight footage with good color
justaschmidt: Camera quality clearly better than the earlier model
Patrick Honsal: Better daylight image quality with less noise
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Image and video quality are solid for a drone this small
Drone Technology: Images are surprisingly good for such a small, cheap drone
Daddyfamtech: Video quality is surprisingly good for such a small drone
Nicorama: Clear image improvement over the first generation; Image quality is fine for a drone at this price
Damien Bernal: Very good image quality for a drone this size
Jerome-Exp: Image is ready to publish without heavy editing; Clear gain in image quality over the first generation
Presse-citron: Sharp 4K image quality, impressive for such a small drone
wissofpv: Photos and skin tones improved by built-in processing; Clips are ready to share on social media without editing
Noxy: Camera results look quite professional
Andrea Pinotti: Image seen on the phone looks better than the original Neo
Bighenet: Video quality is good for everyday use
Mattia Antonelli: Vivid, bright colours straight out of the camera
Mattia Antonelli: Clearly better video quality than the first Neo
Javier Letosa: Good image quality for the price, with DJI's software
Tropikal Drone: Clean, stable 4K footage with good motion handling in good light
DroneGuru: Image quality clearly better than the first model with the same sensor
DRONFIT: Clearly improved over the previous model, with a brighter lens
MTB challenge: Records both horizontal and vertical video for reels

Dislikes (19)

tomshw.it: JPEG photos only, with no RAW option for editing
tech.grahammiranda.com: 4K 100fps slow motion requires the optional remote
frandroid.com: 4K 100fps slow motion requires the optional remote; Without the remote, video bitrate drops from 100 Mbps to 50 Mbps
slashcam.de: Footage has a smartphone look, with heavy sharpening and bold colours
Albert Bermejo: Not a serious camera: no RAW or log recording; Not suited to weddings, events or professional work; DJI Flip offers better image quality, though without obstacle sensors
Air Photography: Vertical video limited to 2.7K resolution
TechSauce: Image quality is only okay, since it uses the same sensor
ijan sempoi: Not meant to replace Mini or Air drones for professional footage
51 Drones: Over-sharpened image that needs sharpness turned down by hand; No log profile, only 8-bit recording
David Manning: Small camera sensor, and a bigger one would be welcome
justaschmidt: Camera trails the Mini 5 Pro and Flip; No RAW photos available
Technik News: No adjustable image settings in the phone app
Damien Bernal: Gimbal cannot tilt vertically and there is no D-Log
Jerome-Exp: No RAW format for detailed editing
andreagaleazzi: Video quality is good but below DJI's more professional drones
Bighenet: Not suited to advanced editing, colour profiles or log presets
Javier Letosa: No log or flat picture profiles for advanced colour grading
Aprende Video en Línea: No log recording, which limits colour correction
DRONFIT: Camera trails the Flip and Mini 4 Pro, weaker in low light than the Mini 5 Pro

Likes (21)

tomshw.it: Obstacle detection in every direction, not just below
dronezine.it: Front LiDAR plus rear and downward-facing cameras detect obstacles all round
tech.grahammiranda.com: LiDAR keeps obstacle sensing accurate in low light
frandroid.com: Obstacle detection covers front, back, top, bottom and sides
alpha-photo.fr: All-round obstacle detection is reassuring
CHIP: Reliable obstacle detection in all directions
Giacomo Vitali: Obstacle avoidance works well, even among olive trees and leaves; Omnidirectional sensors cover every side of the drone
Dustin Dunnill: Obstacle avoidance stops before trees during selfie shots
Mark McGee Photos: Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance and full propeller guards make it feel very safe
Steve Coutts: Omnidirectional obstacle sensing and recessed cameras
Rome Knows Tech: Obstacle avoidance and 4K at 60 fps
justaschmidt: Obstacle sensors make it feel reassuring
Test und Technik : Obstacle avoidance works well on open paths and forest trails
Tech City Life: Sensors now cover all directions for safer autonomous flying
Drone Technology: Obstacle sensors make flying feel very reassuring
Jerome-Exp: Feels secure with omnidirectional obstacle avoidance
Andrea Pinotti: Obstacle sensing held up in a wooded area, even in low light
Mattia Antonelli: Obstacle avoidance lets it track in tighter directions
DroneGuru: Omnidirectional obstacle sensing, a first for an FPV drone
MTB challenge: Handles large obstacles well while following a rider
Mini Review: Obstacle avoidance on all sides, even while cycling

Dislikes (14)

dronezine.it: Obstacle sensing can't be switched off during QuickShots or MasterShots
Moto Matt: Obstacle avoidance has limits, and it hit a tree during testing
Giacomo Vitali: Thin branches, especially on bare trees, are hard for it to detect
Dustin Dunnill: Obstacle avoidance lets it crash into trees and roadside pines while following
David Manning: Obstacle avoidance in normal mode blocks tight gaps
TechNicolas: Obstacle-avoidance mode feels jerky; Obstacle detection can struggle in difficult light
Test und Technik : Dense forest and narrow trails lead to branch crashes
Tech City Life: Sensors struggle with small branches and thin objects
Denis B: Obstacle sensing missed a thick branch and the drone got stuck in a tree
jeteste: The drone can still hit fine branches
Mattia Antonelli: Sensors should be relied on as little as possible
Jose A. Rubio: Obstacle detection is not really omnidirectional, and branches still get hit
DroneGuru: Obstacle sensors brake the drone too early near objects; Sensors must be switched off for real fast FPV flying
MTB challenge: Cuts corners through bushes and hits trees on tight trails

Likes (20)

dronezine.it: Controller link reaches 6 km, while phone Wi-Fi covers only about 50 m
slashcam.de: Optional digital receiver lets the Neo 2 fly with the RC2 or goggles
CHIP: Several ways to fly: handheld launch, phone, controller and goggles
Gautier Veltri: Versatile: stable flight, FPV and gesture control
Air Photography: Smartphone range now rated 500 m, up from 50 m
Dustin Dunnill: Works as a camera drone with the RC 2 and as FPV with goggles
51 Drones: Lower latency and better range with the goggles setup
David Manning: Very versatile, with several ways to fly it
Steve Coutts: Transceiver adds better video transmission and lower latency
TechNicolas: Motion Controller makes flying feel fun; Works standalone or with a smartphone as the controller
Technik News: Many flight options, from gestures to FPV goggles
Onkel Kramer: Flies without a controller, using just a phone or hand gestures
Drone Technology: Returns to its takeoff point when the signal is lost
wissofpv: Transmission link about three times faster than Neo 1
Bighenet: Light and easy to fly, with smartphone control working smoothly
David Ulivelli: Smartphone-only control covers every flight mode tested
ilBiker: Live view from an Apple Watch while it flies
Tekwelt : Good image and control with the RC-N3 controller; Strong link, with 1.5 km reached from takeoff during the test
Los vídeos de Félix: Versatile light drone you can carry and launch from a phone
DroneGuru: Very versatile: hand launch, radio control, FPV or phone

Dislikes (13)

dronezine.it: Phone-only flying reaches about 50 m, or about 190 m in open areas
alpha-photo.fr: Remote not included and must be bought separately
Mark McGee Photos: Flying with the remote controller needs the Fly More Combo bundle; Some cinematic flying needs the RC controller rather than the phone
Tech Traveller: App pairing hiccups and slow live view loading
Technik News: Less suited for high altitudes and long-distance flights
Onkel Kramer: Larger flights need the optional controller
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Longer distances are far more comfortable with the optional controller; Without the remote, the phone has to act as the display
jeteste: Flying by hand in the app takes skill and practice
andreagaleazzi: Radio controller of limited use, and no built-in display; Not a long-range drone, range needs optional antennas
Bighenet: Wi-Fi signal weakens at distance, so the drone had to be brought back; Serious filming needs an optional module, not always included in bundles
Mattia Antonelli: Needs an extra transmitter module to fly with controller or goggles
Jose A. Rubio: No remote beacon, so using the controller and phone together while tracking is nearly impossible
Mini Review: Cinematic control is hard without a controller

Criticised

Likes (1)

Gautier Veltri: Good FPV battery life, close to 11 minutes

Dislikes (31)

tomshw.it: Real-world flight time of 10–15 minutes, so you'll need extra batteries
tech.grahammiranda.com: Short flight time, so plan on spare batteries
alpha-photo.fr: You'll need to keep an eye on battery life during long sessions
Moto Matt: Battery life of about 15 minutes is short
CHIP: Battery life of about 14 minutes at 4K 60 fps, even less than its predecessor
Gautier Veltri: Only about 12 minutes of battery life in fixed flight; Battery life one minute shorter than the original Neo
TechSauce: Battery life is short, so spare batteries are a good idea
Dustin Dunnill: Flight time about 15 minutes, similar to the original Neo
51 Drones: Low-battery beeper starts early and is very irritating
Tech Traveller: Battery lasts about 10 to 12 minutes, not the advertised 19; Battery power drops off suddenly in the last 20 to 25 percent
justaschmidt: Flight time around 13 minutes in the hover test
Patrick Honsal: Battery gives only 15 to 19 minutes of flight time
Onkel Kramer: Battery does not reach the advertised 18 minutes when tracking
DigitalPHOTO-Magazin: Flight time drops to about 10 minutes in wind
Nicorama: Battery life is limited
Damien Bernal: Battery lasts only about ten minutes, less in wind
Jerome-Exp: Real flight time is closer to 13 to 15 minutes
Presse-citron: Battery runs out after about ten minutes instead of the claimed twenty; Spare batteries and a carry pouch are needed for longer outings
MATT Adventure: Battery life too short to cover stops during a ride
wissofpv: Battery drains very quickly
SweItalyAdventure: Slow 15 W charging without the separate charger
Javier Letosa: Real flight time around 15 minutes, below the claimed 19; The Fly More Combo with three batteries is practically a must
Jose A. Rubio: Needs at least four batteries for a decent session
Tropikal Drone: Battery life is tight, about 15 minutes in practice versus 19 claimed
Tekwelt : Battery drains fast in wind, short of the claimed 19 minutes
Los vídeos de Félix: Flight time only 10 to 12 minutes, so carry at least three batteries
Los vídeos de Félix: Real flight time only around 8 to 10 minutes
Aprende Video en Línea: Battery lasts around 10 minutes in real use
DRONFIT: Real flight time only about 10 to 12 minutes, below the advertised figure
Mini Review: Short flight time, so a second battery is advisable
Johan de Groot : Only one battery, so very little flight testing was possible

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What we like about DJI Neo 2

Improved camera quality with a 2-axis mechanical gimbal for much more stable footage
Omnidirectional obstacle avoidance and LiDAR sensors significantly reduce the risk of crashes
Outstanding tracking performance with speeds up to 12 m/s and 8-way tracking
Extremely beginner-friendly with palm takeoff/landing and simple gesture controls
Portable, lightweight design (approx. 150-160g) that remains sub-250g for easier regulation compliance
Upgraded video capabilities including 4K/60fps and 4K/100fps slow motion
Larger 49GB internal storage for roughly 100+ minutes of 4K footage

What we don't like about DJI Neo 2

Real-world battery life often falls short of the claimed 19 minutes, typically lasting 13-15 minutes
Lack of a microSD card slot forces users to offload internal memory frequently
Noticeably louder than standard mini drones like the DJI Mini series due to its ducted propeller design
Poor performance in moderate to high winds due to its light weight and weak power system
Replacement batteries are significantly more expensive than the original Neo's
Manual FPV flight feels underpowered and floaty compared to dedicated FPV drones
The 2-axis gimbal (lacking a third axis) can still show some horizontal shakiness

Verdict

The DJI Neo 2 is an ultralight, sub-250g micro drone weighing approximately 151g, designed for effortless vlogging and aerial selfies. It features a 1/2-inch CMOS 12MP sensor capable of recording 4K video at 60fps and slow-motion 4K at 100fps, stabilized by a new 2-axis mechanical gimbal and RockSteady EIS. Key characteristics include omnidirectional obstacle sensing with front-facing LiDAR, a dedicated onboard status display, and advanced ActiveTrack that follows subjects at speeds up to 12 m/s in eight different directions. Pros include its palm takeoff/landing capabilities, intuitive gesture and voice controls, and 49GB of internal storage for roughly 100 minutes of 4K footage. However, cons include a relatively short real-world flight time of approximately 14–15 minutes (despite a 19-minute laboratory rating), batteries that are incompatible with the original Neo, and the requirement of a separate digital transceiver attachment to unlock full O4 transmission and remote controller range.

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