DJI Flip

Weighs under 250g ; Front-facing sensor ; Good flight performance ; Solid photo and video performance

No omnidirectional obstacle avoidance

With strong camera performance, flexible control options and a generous amount of flight time on a full charge, DJI’s latest ultralight drone is yet another tempting prospect for first-timers, casual users and anyone interested in entering the world of...

Affordable price. Sub-250-gram weight. Innovative folding design. Easy and relatively safe to fly. Respectable camera performance.

No omnidirectional obstacle avoidance. Uncomfortable in windy conditions.

Amazing photo and video quality, Affordably priced, Folding design with propeller guards, Long flight time, Autonomous shooting modes, Selfie mode

Nowhere near the flight speed of ‘big boy’ DJI drones

The DJI Flip is the ultimate beginner drone, blending impressive AI features, stunning 4K camera performance, and double the flight time of the Neo, all in a lightweight, user-friendly design. Its affordability, paired with premium functionality, makes...

Stable video with three-axis stabilization ; 4K60 HDR recording and 48MP photos ; 10-bit color with log profile option ; Folds for easy transport and storage ; Forward and downward obstacle sensors ; 249g takeoff weight sidesteps FAA registration ; Up...

Skimpy 1.9GB built-in storage ; Lack of Remote ID restricts professional use

The DJI Flip provides nearly everything you'd want in a starter drone, including a fantastic 4K camera, integrated prop guards for palm launches and landings, and basic obstacle detection, all squeezed into a lesser-regulated 249g airframe.

Multi-use functionality ; Several flight-control options ; Sub-250g folding design

Image quality is good but not great ; Not as agile as the Mini 4 Pro ; Not great in wind

The DJI Flip is an interesting idea, and potentially marks a new direction for beginner drones designed for multiple use cases. The ability to capture photos and videos in both beginner-friendly and more advanced formats is welcome, while the price of...

Good image quality ; Can be operated without a controller or smartphone ; Protected propellers ; Automatic hand landing ; Packable design

Gimbal protector design isn’t great

stylish folding design; pre-configured flight/filming modes on the drone; good 4K/60fps image quality; quick-change battery; 2 GB internal storage + expandable storage via SD card

the flip design has yet to demonstrate its reliability in the long term; delivers only 100 Mbps instead of the claimed 150 Mbps

While the small Neo was probably a size too small for advanced vloggers in terms of image quality and stabilization, the DJI Flip excels in all areas and could therefore appeal to the target audience. Hobby pilots and filmmakers will also enjoy the...

Smooth 4K/60fps video ; Detailed 48MP stills ; Lots of shooting modes ; Premium build, great design ; Great value for money

Lower flight time than the Mini 3 ; Susceptible to gusts of wind ; Only forward obstacle avoidance

The DJI Flip is a solid mid-range drone, perfect for those looking to upgrade from older DJI models. It captures detailed 48MP stills in all lighting conditions, and records gorgeous 4K/60fps footage. It’s great for content creators as it features many...