Flip (RC-N3), Drone With 4K UHD Camera for Adults, Under 249 g

This is the first new drone I've purchased in a while. I've been using my Phantom 3 and Phantom 4 for many years, and I've had so many great times filming with them, but there's always been a few things that bugged me, barriers to flying I guess you could say. The Flip has solved some of those issues for me. Starting with it's size, the Flip can fit in the front pocket of my jumper, or easily into a backpack. It makes getting it around so much easier. No more having to take the big case in the car. Setting up is super easy too. Just flip it open and it's automatically on. I can take off without a remote if I want, and it'll just follow me around. Quite different from the phantoms, adding props, finding a flat take off and landing space, setting up the remote, setting up the phone to connect to the remote... Weight class - With the flip only being 249 grams, it relaxes some of the rules around where I can and can't fly. With the Phantom, if I track my self on the bike, and cross paths with someone, I'm supposed to bring the drone down, or keep it 50m away from them. With the flip, I can just leave it doing it's thing. It comes under the same weight category as a toy, but isn't technically classed as a toy because of it's camera. Speaking of camera, this thing really puts out some amazing video for its size. One of the fall backs of the DJI Neo, and ultimately the reason I didn't get one of those was because the video is quite a step back. The Phantom 3 is over 10 years old at this point, but even it makes the Neo footage look rough. That wasn't going to work for me, I needed something on par, and the Flip does that. There are ND filters and other kinds of attachable lenses for the Flip, and these can help take the footage up a notch. Flight time is superb as well. I usually stop my flights at around 25 - 30% battery, and that means I get about 20 minutes per charge, give or take. Of course, you'll get more if you want to use that last bit of the battery. I'd recommend getting extra batteries and stopping sooner, your batteries will thank you for it and they will live longer. Stability in the wind is good here, but it's not invincible. I had it out in some 19mph winds, with gusts being a little higher, and it handled itself. The body was sitting at a near 45 degree angle fighting the wind, but it was doing it, and the footage still looked stable. I don't normally fly in windy conditions, but I did test my drones when I first got them, and did the same here because I wanted to get a physical feel for what it can and can't manage. The range is just what I need. I don't push the limits of what is advertised on this, but I do take note of the signal strength and video feed stability when I'm sending it far out. I've gone to 1.5 miles in line of sight and had no issues with the connection. I think that's about as far as I'd brave it, but I think it could do a good bit more. One thing worth noting is that when connecting using only a phone, the range is fairly limited. This is due to it being powered by Wifi. The Automated flight modes are great. I enjoy the follow me mode. It's reliable, and also safest due to the drone being able to stop when there's an obstacle. It'll follow your path and keep you in view. There's other modes light dronie, spotlight, and more. There's a custom mode that can be changed in the app, and this is where direction track is found. Direction track is the coolest mode I think. It works in the same way as the follow mode, but instead of being behind the user, it stays in the direction it started in. If it starts in front of you, it tries to stay there, if it starts beside you, it'll try and stay there. It can be a little unpredictable sometimes though, so I'd recommend this one be used in an open space. I think the DJI Flip offers the best balance of features of all the DJI drones. It has the simplicity of the Neo, fast and fun, the autonomy of a blogging drone, a great camera, and a long range remote control. If you're looking to step into the world of drones for the first time, I think this is the drone you should go for.

This is my first ever drone and honestly, I’m blown away by the DJI Flip. As someone with zero previous experience, I found it incredibly easy to set up, fly and control. Within minutes I was confidently navigating it around without feeling overwhelmed. The camera quality is absolutely superb. I’m glad I chose this model over the slightly higher-spec DJI option, especially since they share the exact same camera. The few reduced specs on this model (range, sensors, etc.) really don’t matter for a beginner — you’d barely notice the difference unless you’re flying professionally or pushing it to extreme conditions. The stabilisation is brilliant, footage looks smooth and sharp, and the response time while flying feels very natural. Battery life is decent for such a compact drone, and the whole thing is unbelievably portable — literally pocketable — so it’s ideal for taking out on walks or days out. Overall, for a first-time user, this drone is perfect. Fantastic camera, super easy to fly, and excellent value. I’m genuinely impressed and really glad I picked this version.

Not going to bore anyone with a long review - look online for youtube reviews - there are tonnes. In short, I'm very impressed with this drone - it is lightweight sub 250 g (249g) so it makes it less restrictive to fly than heavier drones, but you'll still need to register it to fly in the UK and use an independent app to check for areas that are closed to drone flying. Fly More Pack was definitely worth it - so too is the DJI insurance for losing or damaging the drone, which no one seems to mention, especially if you're new to DJI drones. So factor a little more cash into the registration and insurance. Drone is not as loud as I was worried it would be - casued mainly because the rotor blades are encased by a cover which generates more buzz - it's technically louder than the Neo but the Flip sounds quieter - doesn't make the same irritating sound - but it's not as a quiet as an open propeller drone - so if that's important to you, bear that in mind. Battery flight time is decent - fluctuates depending on wind, but I was getting close to 30 minutes operating time when it was calmer and was doing a lot of hover shots - less if I'm zipping the drone around a lot to cover a ton of distance. The RC2 controller which is optional is excellent and boosts the range of the drone significantly - it's not cheap but can be used with other DJI drones if you decide to upgrade the flip later and not having to use your phone means you can make sure the RC2 is juiced up withot having to worry you'll be disturbed mid flight by calls or having to sacrifice taking calls while flying if necessary. Anyways, really happy with the FLIP, so if you're on the fence and not aesthetically shallow as it looks quite different and less streamline compared to say the Mini 4 Pro - despite having the same camera processor ability - images and video are excellent and the self filming modes are more than sufficient for vlogger requirements.

This price doesn't make sense. Great build quality , fantastic remote, decent video quality , great stabilisation , the only hiccup was it launched towards my toddler because she reached out to point it and the drone thought it was a landing gesture . Very easy to use and compact size .

Prior to buying this, I'd had a wee go with a friend's Mavic and loved it. That drone felt strong and well made as well as being easy to use and with impressive results from the camera. However it was someone else's and cost loads so I gave it back before I broke it. Fast forward a little and I bought this as my birthday gift. I've been consistently impressed with what this wee thing can do. Initially I bought it to carry out a close up inspection of my roof, as it's pretty high up and would require costly scaffolding to reach. Obviously this managed it with ease and more. I've since captured some incredible moments with it from places I just couldn't reach. This is a VERY well designed and engineered drone with formidable effort put in to make it as easy to use as your phone or other human interface device. I also have to mention the range on this. Capable of soaring to 500m and travelling horizontally up to 14km!!!( Line of sight needed as the signal won't travel through everything). We live by the coast and I love sending this up to capture sunsets over the sea. One thing I'm glad of is the return to home feature. This kicks in if it thinks it'll run out of power or if it loses signal. Very reassuring. I also like the various modes it has and the remote is very easy to use and feels very well built. Overall this is an impressive device, tool, toy, resource. It continues to suprise and reward us, months after it's purchase and I'm sure it'll continue to do so for a long time to come.

Great drone but arrived having previously been registered a few months ago. Be aware that this shop isn't dji direct but a shop called Urs Choice Store who's customer service to resolve the matter is not good

Incredible, I bought this on impulse to take on an upcoming trip and didn’t really know what I was buying tbh, I just wanted a basic beginner drone but it seems like this is a good time to buy a first drone as the technology and features are mind blowing nowadays and the prices seemed to have come way down from where they were at a few years ago. This drone is truly mind blowing , the autonomous shooting modes are amazing, the camera quality is next level, the options to control it are many and varied (phone, voice, stick controller or fully auto) and you can adjust everything via the phone / controller including all the camera settings while in flight! I’m going to be going through the feature set for the next few months lol there’s so much it can do. Battery life is decent, it’s super portable and it’s very easy to fly for a beginner, I highly recommend the Flip.

If, like me, you were thinking about buying your first drone, and were torn about which one to buy, let me assure you. Just get this one. The camera is the same as the one inside the DJI Mini 4 Pro, but costs about half of that drone. It's about the same price as the DJI Mini 3, but is newer, with a better camera. And yes, it's more expensive than the DJI Neo, but this has a significantly better camera, with 4k footage and a 3 axis gimble. It has prop guards to keep things a bit safer and to protect from damage. Yes, this means it's not quite so capable in the wind, but as a first drone, would you really want to use it very strong winds? And yes, it's a bit noiser than others, but not a deal breaker. Great, built in quick shots, mean you can quickly (about 20 seconds) get this thing in the air to capture some footage of you or your family, without the need for a controller. It's so easy to use. Good flight time, again, plenty for your first drone, but extra batteries are available. Honestly, if you are after your first drone, that can actually record cinematic footage, and capture RAW photographs, don't overthink it, and get this. You won't be disappointed.

I have a 4K drone that is truly impressive—it flies very fast and can go quite far. But, being a bit old school, I wasn't sure how to take full advantage of all its features. According to reviews, this one should be easier to use, so I was hopeful. When it arrived, I tried to connect the 4K mini remote, but I couldn't figure out how. The drone blinked and flashed some LED lights back at me, leaving me a bit puzzled. I set it aside in the corner, feeling unsure of what to do next, especially since my grandkids are a bit scared of it—my 4K mini had startled them before. About two weeks later, the seller, “Aerotech Hub,” reached out to check in. I shared my frustrations, but they were very professional and apologized for the tiny instructions, which no one can seem able to read. They then explained to me step-by-step how to connect the drone to my phone and access all its features. Suddenly, I felt like a kid again! It can do so many amazing things, just like on the website. The follow-me feature is incredibly impressive—I couldn't even outrun it on my bike! The 'Go Home' function works perfectly, unlike my 4K mini. The camera captures stunningly clear and smooth videos and photos. The battery lasts nearly 30 minutes, which is fantastic. Although the flight range is a bit shorter than my 4K mini I don’t mind too much since I can see the drone with my own eyes. Plus, I no longer need my son’s help to bring it back home because could not locate on the sky and have no idea where it is other than one dot in the sky.. Overall, it's a wonderful purchase—I’m very happy with it, and so is the seller. By the way, if anyone know how to use follow me function to capture the front instead of my back. 😀

いろいろな機能があり面白いです。わんちゃんのお散歩の様子を後ろからついてきて撮影するなど、楽しく使えます。 機体の大きさの割には風切り音が大きいと感じます。

My first drone. Very good value for money! I am very happy with the purchase and with what this drone can do. I recommend getting an additional battery.

El concepto y la calidad del dron son muy buenos. Me gusta muchísimo el concepto y la imagen de seguridad que da en general con los protectores de helices, gran estabilización, muy buena autonomía y es muy fácil de volar. Cosas que mejoraría: 1.COLOR Y PROCESADO: El procesado del color de las fotos y los videos es muy contrastado y poco cálido. El del DJI Mini 2, por ejemplo, tiene un color muchísimo más cálido y agradable para mi gusto. La calidad de las fotos ocupa mucho espacio y no sé si será por el procesado o por otra razón, pero se ven un poco cuarteadas y artificiales. 2. FORMATOS: No graba a 2.7K en horizontal ni tiene tamaños intermedios entre los 12 MP y los 48 MP. Lo ideal, en mi caso, sería un formato de aproximadamente 24 MP, ya que 48 ocupan muchísimo y 12 quizá se queda un poco corto. Sobre todo, a la hora de mandar fotos a redes y demás, los 48 MP requieren reducirlas de tamaño porque ocupan demasiado. 3. NO TIENE LUCES: Únicamente cuenta con la de la batería, lo que hace que al volarlo con poca luz casi no se vea. El Mini 2 tiene luces abajo, adelante y en la batería, por lo que es mucho más visible. Debería incluir alguna luz que pueda encenderse para aumentar su visibilidad. 4. MODO SEGUIMIENTO: Cuando se activa el modo seguimiento, detecta muy bien a las personas, pero si las pierde, no puedes girar el dron para orientarlo hacia donde están. Tienes que eliminar el seguimiento para permitir que gire, lo cual es poco práctico. Además, solo sigue a personas, no a otros objetos como vehículos. CARGA DOBLE BATERÍA SIMULTÁNEA: Para que esta carga se realice de forma simultánea, hay que utilizar un cargador de mucha potencia, si no, no funciona. Esto quizá podría mejorarse de alguna manera, anunciarse de forma más clara o incluir en el dron un cargador específico para esta carga doble, ya que es difícil de encontrar. 5. APERTURA DEL OBJETIVO: No tengo claro que los drones deban llevar objetivos f/1.7 no modificables. La mayoría de los planos del dron son de paisajes y, a f/1.7, muchas zonas quedan desenfocadas. Deberían incluir un objetivo con menos apertura o, al menos, con un rango de f/1.7 a f/2.8. 6. RUIDO Y SEGURIDAD: Es una pena que siendo un drone que no da miedo a la gente por tener las helices protegidas, algo que me gusta muchísimo y da mucha tranquilidad. Pero el sonido es irritante y esto puede poner nervioso a más de uno. Mejorar el sonido poniendole helices de más aspas o algún otro sistema. 7. MANDO RC2: El mando con pantalla incorporada no tiene conexión a Internet, por lo que hay que cargar los mapas manualmente. Las zonas se cargan en franjas de tamaño muy pequeño, lo que es costoso y dificulta saber qué partes del mapa se han descargado y cuáles no. Se puede sincronizar con el móvil, pero al final prefiero mandos más baratos que se conectan directamente al móvil, asegurando así la conexión a Internet y mapas actualizados. IDEAS: 1. DESENGANCHE: Estaría genial que el dron tuviera una función de desenganche que moviera las hélices de un lado a otro rápidamente para generar una vibración y poder liberarlo en caso de quedar atrapado en un árbol, cables o ramas altas. 2. REFORZAR EL GIMBAL: El DJI Mini 2 y otros modelos tienen protección anticaídas para el gimbal. Este modelo parece que no la tiene y la cámara queda muy expuesta. Conclusión ¡Este dron es una maravilla para el precio que tiene! No se puede pedir más. ¡Gran trabajo, DJI! 😉

Drone is amazing at flying, but the wind resistance is TERRIBLE. It literally rotates just at a small gust of wind. The drone is very durable though,it crashed so high it still survived. But I don't recommend buying you this if you are wanting good wind resistance. Overall the drone is meh