Earlier this week, I recommended a knock-out deal for the DJI Neo — the lowest price for a DJI drone I've ever seen. But if you want a better value drone, especially if you're keen to take control of it yourself and learn to fly, then the DJI Mini 4K is my top pick.
I bought a DJI Mini 4K myself a couple of years ago, and its record-low price right now for Prime Day is less than half of what I paid — the Mini 4K costs $209 at Amazon US / £169 at Amazon UK. And unlike the Neo, a controller is included in the base package.
There are various deals for other bundles too, with additional batteries and so on — I've included links to those deals below. I've also rounded up the best DJI deals for other beginner drones, so you're completely covered for your first drone.
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If you're in the US and not sure about DJI given the current ban, read on for my advice.
Your ideal first drone to learn flight
The DJI Neo is the quickest drone to get started with, with its one-push take-off and automated subject tracking, but if you actually want to learn to fly, then the DJI Mini 4K is a better bet. I've reviewed the Mini 4K, and you can see my YouTube review below.
The base package costs a little more than the Neo, but a controller is included. If you want a controller with the Neo, the price shoots up.
For your money, you get decent aerial photography quality, thanks to a 3-axis gimbal camera, 4K video, and 12MP stills. Flight time is rated up to 31 minutes on a full charge, and there are a host of automated flight moves to quickly level up your aerial videos.
Of course, like all DJI Mini drones, the Mini 4K weighs less than 250g, making it officially a beginner drone that's not hit with the regulations that heavier, pro drones are.
If your budget stretches a little further, I recommend the recent DJI Lito X1, which gives an image quality step up and object sensing, meaning you're less likely to crash it. I've included the best deals for other beginner DJI drones below, but for me, the Mini 4K is the best value.
DJI Mini 4K Unboxing & Hands-On: Your Best First Drone! - YouTube
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I joined the TechRadar team as Cameras Editor In January 2023, and since then I've covered every major drone launch and Amazon Prime Day sale. I only recommend tried and tested drones (by me or one of my team of expert reviewers). Put simply, I know which models you should buy and what are genuinely good prices. If you're in the US, fear not — existing DJI inventory remains available despite the DJI ban, including the DJI Mini 4K.
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