DJI Flip Drone - The Perfect First Drone for You!

[@grinderkenny]

Dang DJI is coming out with such cool drones faster than the money in my wallet refills. I may have a drone alcoholic problem.

[@goner4150]

dronaholic

[@SlackerU]

Just don't hoard them & it won't look as awful. Even if nobody will buy your old drones you can't have them rotting in the corner of your storage, give them away or crash them.

[@goner4150]

@@SlackerU lol taking donations here

[@SlackerU]

@ I'm crashing all mine, you wouldn't want these old batteries anyway.

[@goner4150]

@ the NTSB would like a word with you sir

[@BlockchaininChina]

I just bought one here in Chongqing China. Cant wait to try it out. Thanks for the video.

[@VicMossPhotography]

Pigeons!?!? Proof that stupidity and curiosity can be a deadly combination in the animal kingdom. 🤣

[@vinhha6073]

Wow DJI.. thanks Mr Rugs..👍.. But mini4pro my all time favorite 🤪🤪.. ...

[@gannas138]

Image quality looks good

[@starshipwonaprize-dronevideos]

Thanks Russ, great feature.

[@LittleMountainLife]

Great video as always, Sir! Great little beginner drone!

[@BIGPAPAFOOT]

This was an awesome video Russ very informative thank you

[@LIVINGINFARGO]

You never disappoint! Especially wanting to see how it behaves in our cold cold North Dakota!

[@jamesprecious1035]

Great review Russ! Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@Jagking77]

Oh, I actually love it. I am going to get that drone ASAP. They have really done a good job that looks so cool. I agree with the DJI flip and thank you for this video. I wish I had about $800 right now. I’ve got to get mine.

[@UltraFroggyGroup]

Agreed. The Flip will be popular.

[@MikeLockheart]

I was saving up for a dji neo to get back into the hobby after I crashed my mini 2, but I think I should wait and buy this flip instead !! it looks so Awesome !

[@mhmphotography400]

Buy the Neo

[@adeniyiabdulai9810]

we are on the same page. I was just about to buy my first ever drone which was the Neo and boom the email from DJi pops up for the new flip. 😂

[@mikedesilets3324]

I just bought my 1st drone...NEO. I knew this was coming but I got the NEO anyway. Hopefully I don't regret it. It's been fun so far.

[@SaiyanEuc]

Neo is super fun, it's cool you can learn to fly acro with it.

[@Pindi44]

Very informative and well made video, thank you.

[@SangheiliSpecOp]

The neo's sound is so grating... This is much better

[@tedz.]

Russ, you do a great job reviewing drones and accessories. Thank you. You've come a long way since your Mavic Pro days.

[@mhmphotography400]

DJI fan boy……

[@JohnnieDroneFlyer]

Nice Review Russ, enjoyed it

[@JasperEllens]

Noise comparisment 3:30 only in the with the Neo? Mini 4 would be more fair in my honest opinion ❤

[@TurboNorm]

Very informative. Looks awesome. Thanks.

[@willardivins3736]

The fly more combo sold out quick.

[@dronecontent]

They should just sell the drone separately since I already have the rc2 for the mini 4 pro! Can you please tell them to sell the drone separately?

[@UncleWorldwyd]

They do sell it separately

[@weduhpeople8504]

@@UncleWorldwyd Yeah with the non screen controller.

[@blazenicholls3590]

I'm here in NZ. I have the RC2 controller with my Mavic Mini 4 pro. We cannot buy the flip by itself here.The cheapest option is with the RC-N3 controller. Why could they not sell just the drone (like the Neo). I won't be buying it for this very reason. I would have purchased it as an alternative drone as it would be cost effective buying it just by itself. Why DJI does this perplexes me. I do not need a new controller to fly this. I am not sure if in other countries you can buy it by itself, but definitely not here.

[@richard8031]

@@UncleWorldwyd Drone, batteries, and charger............???

[@lienmeat]

Been watching your vids for a while, and just wanted to say, I grew up in Minot, parents and a few friends still live there, and it's kind of cool seeing someone doing one of my hobbies (and doing reasonably well on YT it seems doing it) and seeing my home town from the air in a way I never got to when I lived there.

[@MontanaSleeper]

Thanks for the video. I grew up in ND. Lived in Mandan for several years so I feel for you in that cold wind.

[@mtmccornack]

All that snow and wind reminded me of why I moved out of the Montanan backwoods and planted my butt in the Willamette valley! Rain is the tradeoff.

[@BIGPAPAFOOT]

I have been looking everywhere to try and find the drone by itself to buy and I cannot find it sold separately. I only find it with an RCn3 controller or the rc2 😞

[@nattripodi410]

Definitely better sounding than the Neo. Which they sold the drone without the controller as I already have one.

[@jaycrneckiy5699]

Thanks a lot, now I want another drone! Wife thinks I’m nuts already!! LOLOL. Love the content you put out. I’ll be watching for your updates on this drone

[@CoastalDrone]

Great video as always! No Remote ID is WILD. I didn't expect that at all.

[@funkam0nkey]

Looks amazing. I'd love to know how good the still images are from the Flip.

[@Leonardokite]

I have to agree, that does look like a awesome little drone. I'm looking forward to your further reviews. Now to go check the price and see if I'm ready to pull the trigger.

[@TonyHolmes-z9r]

That’s how I’m feeling! Imma give it few more weeks lol

[@usadroneflyer]

Thanks Russ. I was trying to find a reason why I needed a need for this drone and the more I looked at it while watching your review I made a decision that I’ll just sell my mini three pro that I use primarily for press work and get one of these to carry on my side in a bag For the same thing. Looks like it will work as well since I already have the RC 2. Looks like it will be a winner.

[@flyinghorsedrone5376]

Great overview and demo of the Flip! Seems this is more targeted to recreational flyers, but I can see some use for commercial, in which case it would need to be FAA registered and Remote ID. Night flying I presume, the strobe light will put it over the 250gram limit? Maybe you can touch on some of these topics in upcoming Flip videos. Nice job!

[@checkeredflagfilms]

always good to get it quickly

[@TravisMCP]

Such a cool drone. Man, may be time to upgrade from my Mini 2...

[@mats77]

Same here, hmmmmm....

[@w.e.s.]

Lmfao no. Mini 2 is better

[@mats77]

@@w.e.s. think it depends which way you look at it... camera is better which may be one reason

[@benjaminheinzel1005]

Yeah, that makes sense. I'm definitely going to think about it for sure.b👍

[@MrRaymond1021]

I was checking out the specs on that drone and I have to admit that it sounds good on paper. We all know that isn't the case for all drones but it definitely sounds good on paper. Especially when it comes to the camera system. It's very impressive for sure. Thanks for sharing Russ as always. 👍👍👍

[@droneden7802]

Since they have different sensor sizes, I'd love to see a Neo vs. Flip.

[@TonyHolmes-z9r]

I think the mini 4 pro still got the best features

[@gregb1599]

And better battery life with smaller capacity battery! Crazy!

[@StartLivingNow1963]

🙂💚👍Thank You Russ Great Video and some Great Information Cool little Drone🙂💙👍Wishing You Happy Flying from Canada👍

[@Jbrooks585]

Perkins!

[@mysticci]

Dji Spark refresh and relaunch :) It was my first one and it had similar features.

[@Inkedpassports]

AWesome video. Would you recommend this as an upgrade from mini3 pro? or should i hang on to mini3 pro.

[@psoon04286]

30s to get it up and flying, with thick winter gloves on as well😄👍🏼

[@markkramer2908]

Thanks Russ. They seem to be putting out new drones before we can even get used to the previous ones. They put out a new drone, and then in just a few months later, BAM, they send out an upgrade to it. I'm sure DJI is throwing out everything they can in fear of the ban going on. (Which I hope goes away soon) But anyway, thanks for the info and review of the Flip. Prayers continuing for your wife and family. God bless you all!

[@TheDroneRanger215]

Nice cool feature that it can turn on when you unfold it but I can see a lot of people forgetting to take the gimbal cover off and overloading the gimbal motors.

[@weduhpeople8504]

I thought the gimbal moves freely inside the cover.

[@TheDroneRanger215]

@@weduhpeople8504 the gimbal cover is to protect the gimbal during shipping. It's easy to forget to take it off when you are in a hurry.

[@BestproGaming884]

nice vid

[@air-headedaviator1805]

5:06 that kinda broke my brain. I forget how impressive DJIs can be

[@shube3103]

As always Russ, Great Video! I wish there was a drone-only purchase option for those of us who already have an RC. They could easily get $350 for this drone.

[@WheresMyKeysAt]

For some reason the dji neo sounds like a youtube video I watched with goats screaming.....

[@Pepesplants]

Great video. Well done, thanks for all the great information. Does it have an SD card slot?

[@gregb1599]

2gb onboard and yes micro sd

[@Ride_0n]

The gimbal on that drone should be getting overtime pay for doing such a fine job in those conditions. I love my Mini 4 Pro, but I have to say, I like what they've done here. The ease of use and speed of deployment is something that might be very useful for a motovlogger like myself.

[@russellwalkermedia]

I know these newer drones are for hobby flyers, but it would be nice to have RID, goggles/motion controller, 360 sensors, and a drone-only option to purchase. I guess I'll stick to my Mni 4 Pro with prop guards and Avata 2 for Part 107 real estate shoots. I would love a drone that would follow a realtor through a house for a video, but I still need RID. The only thing the NEO and Flip have going for them is the easier DJI mic setup and self-launch. But for a hobby/first drone, it would be awesome. I do like how you're honest about your reviews. Just a pro's perspective.

[@BrianRouse]

Dammit I’ve only had my mini 4 pro for a year! Now I want this! 😂

[@xCHOPP3R]

a mini 4 pro would have crashed if a pidgeon flew into it like the clip you showed. very appealing to know the flip can survive a brief bird attack.

[@borislipschitz2740]

If i'd be a new first drone buyer, what would be the reason to buy this one, as opposed to the mini series? (IRL i am flying mini 3 pro recreationally, mostly shooting stills, so for me there is definitely no point switching, but still curious)

[@gregb1599]

Just change the props on the Neo to 5 blade Gemfan with M1.2 6mm screws, much improved sound! And cool colours to choose from. The Flip also does not seem to be very efficient as the Mini 3 Pro. And the Flip battery has 20% more capacity than the Mini 3 pro standard battery!

[@dronedeerrecovery]

👍

[@richard8031]

Bet you could drop 10 seconds if it were warmer... Look forward to trying it in ARIZONA.!!! THANKS for the GREAT review.

[@son278son5]

Great what we all needed was a Fruit Slicer 🤣

[@tomtrials]

I got a mini 4k and 3 days in it was attacked and broken by pigeons, so seeing this one survive a bird attack is actually a decent selling point to me haha

[@mrwjs]

Try a bit of red reflector tape around the drone. Birds seem to avoid the color.

[@feklee]

Amazing! I wonder how good it could be as a light weight regulation-free solution for photogrammetry. Can I let it fly at least 1,000 waypoints? Is there an API? (lack of that prevented me from buying the Mini 4 Pro)

[@stefanbernhard2710]

Curious how effective that front lidar obstacle avoidance is.

[@gregb1599]

No lidar

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

I want to see this compared to the new Hover cam pro

[@Zandian]

One of the benefits of the prop guards is to be able to fly in tight spaces with the goggles. I know they could add it later but it kept me from buying. I tough the goggles 3 for the Neo and thought this could give me many benefits of the Neo but a better camera. But no RID so not able to go over people, and no goggle support, killed it for me. It also seems to not get as nice and compact as the M4Pro

[@MrEddieNunez]

Russell, did you start the Mavic 4 Pro review yet? Or still testing?

[@SSK-27]

Great review Russ. My understanding is the sensor is actually a TOF infrared sensor and it has obstacle braking but not avoidance. Basically, it cant maneuver around obstacles, it just stops. Is this correct or what has your experience been?

[@kingisrael1532]

So im hearing DJI removed geofencing so youve got to do a video on that bud👌🏽

[@nhtna4706]

Anyways to take nice still photos with simple hand gestures ??

[@SlackerU]

Weeks ago when I saw images I thought that drone was a joke/not-real. 10/10 DJI. Under 250g, 20+ minutes of flight, but the max speed is only 26-27mph. I fly my mini in S mode with max yaw so I don't want it slower.

[@SlackerU]

I was thinking you could sell those large mouse-pads with unique designs as landing-pads but a large one could be $99. IDK if the drone audience would do that but the gaming creators sell the $49 ones with limited edition designs all the time.

[@Dadtech.]

But does it flip lol I wasnt sure at first but you’ve convinced me Russ. I probably wont be buying but I like it as an option in their lineup.

[@Barbaric_Iron]

Is it pretty simple to replace parts if something breaks? I think I gotta have this drone to go with my other 50 builds and prebuilts. Thanks for the share!

[@realwildman]

I can tell your a native northerner. It's only -9 nine, we don't zip up our coats until it's -20. I to an native northerner, living only a couple hundred miles south of you (less than 40 miles from the SD/ND border).

[@erichnicholson8657]

Hello 1st thank you for your videos & time , does the flip have the same camera as the mini 4 pro ? And how is the flight time ? I would like to use it for videos & pictures and tracking our sxs in the off roading environment.. In your opinion would you get the flip or mini 4 pro ?

[@frankc.9853]

Nice job! Just one question... Where's that red and white tape for those crazy birds?😦

[@gbej1]

Still waiting for when they add multidirectional collision avoidance to the DJI small drones

[@domslivin]

The Fly More combo is already sold out! That was probably the fastest sell out from release that they have ever had. I'm on the waiting list now, so who knows when I will get to try it out :(.

[@ChasingDaylightStudio]

We need a drone for flying through houses for our business. I bought the Avata 2 and returned it. I prefer to be able to fly using the RC Pro or RC2. I’ve not seen any content addressing this specifically other than to say it’s not as good as a true FPV drone. But as long as it turns in a tight room in a fluid manner I think this Flip could be the answer?

[@Nathaniel-r5i]

What about propeller damage if it occurs? How to replace damaged props?

[@olabergvall3154]

Easy. It's in the user manual, just download it and see ❤

[@Nathaniel-r5i]

@olabergvall3154 thank you 💙☮️

[@TheBigb1973]

Is this another selfie drone? Or more like a regular drone?

[@BlairAir]

Hey Russ. Its a fast "bag to air" drone, no doubt about it. Neo is faster though. No unfolding,and youu can press/press and hold the power button as you pull it from the bag. Wait! There IS NO BAG! That's 3 seconds right there! 😂 Also: Flip sounds better than Neo? Thats a low bar to set! Ill fly a Mini 4 Pro when stealth is the goal, thanks. P.S. looks like the Fly More Combos REALLY FLEW OUT THE DOOR! Had to build my own kit. DJI is charging Tax in North Carolina now 😢

[@Lamarwitdapranks]

How is it in wind

[@RaptorDrone]

Without RID there are some issues for Part 107 Ops.

[@DethpickleDave]

Seriously. And... with an add-on module, is it still sub-250? Seems like a complete miss since KZbin is basically all p107. Perhaps in a software update?

[@angelmanuelcamacho8690]

I like it's a fighter too wow 👌 them birds they don't got nothing the flip will flip them .😅

[@josiahmos5880]

The 2GB storage is actually just what is left after the software is installed and they keep it small to keep the cost down. You're supposed to use a memory card.

[@Botzyk]

Can it shoot in vertical mode in quickshots?

[@joeylepore]

Does it shoot vertical? Does it track from the side and dolly? Does it record automatically upon take off?

[@samandaury]

I wonder how this stands up to the hover x pro? Comparison video please

[@mtmccornack]

Does it do stills? Over time, I've found my 180-degree Arial shots are some of my favorite images taken on my broken-down air 2s.

[@OldBonesDronePilot]

I was just on the Mini 4/3/2/ SE & Mavic FB group and people were discussing the new Flip... and the fact that it did not have Remote ID...LIAM ZHAN commented and I quote: "Hello! Thank you for reaching out. DJI Flip is provided with the remote ID function. Please rest assured.". I do not obviously have a Flip to confirm this, but RUSS, can you check on what LIAM was saying? The post is easy to find... It's a post with a Purple background titled: "No remote ID on the Flip at 249 grams...dang" Be interesting if you can investigate what he said..

[@ldmndz4652]

Very nice!..oh so no FPV flying?..can't use FPV like the NEO? thanks that would have been cooler..lol one of the biggest Cons..would be the inconsistency of controls and settings you can use or able to use..another review mentioned like on smartphones you are capped at like 4K 30 fps, while using a controller you can go up to 4K 60fps, no slow motion on the smartphone etc some tracking issues as well...also you forgot the craziest smartphone feature DJI has ever put..is the Glamour Effects!..like seriously all the other things that are more important that people need..and you make Glamour Effects!..haha

[@UncleFluffy]

So at@ 2:00 min you say you can fly it over people without obtaining faa waiver and then right after that @ 2:45 you say you do have to get faa waiver which is it? I'm going to say you have to get faa waiver but for those not familiar with the rules and only heard you first say you can fly over ppl without one could cause some issues!

[@markkempton4579]

I think that's part of the gag. he's correcting suspicions. I can't believe they left out the most important feature for creatives.

[@Barbaric_Iron]

Maybe they can build a landing carriage for an extra feature. This feature should be cost effective!

[@bekirk74]

How does it do over water or in my case ice? My neo took off when flying over an ice rink indoor. Flew into the the boards

[@davidhorinek]

The reason for low onboard storage is very simple. Cost cutting. Not sure what’s to understand about that. 😅

[@doozah50]

Russ, different topic. What will happen to CapCut when TikTok is banned?

[@mb34928]

Is this one going to get stuck in customs like the other DJI drones coming out of China?

[@ashizen34]

This going to work with the goggles 3 and the FPV controller?

[@artrose09]

Can I use my existing DjIRC pro remote

[@markkempton4579]

No. The RC Pro is not compatible.