DJI Air 2S Active Track vs Skydio 2: Tested & Footage!

DJI Air 2S In-Depth Review: dcra.in/DJIAir2S
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Here's your complete and very real-world side by side comparison between the DJI Air 2S and the Skydio 2 in autonomous tracking modes. For the DJI Air 2S I'm showing Active Track 4.0 for both Trace & Parallel with the latest APAS 4.0 as well. Whereas for the Skydio its using its internal camera network to determine my and obstacles around me with no controller required (just a phone to monitor it).
I did numerous times runs pre-video, but in this video I'm focused on one comparison side by side to see how things work in the exact same route with trees, water, more trees, and more water. All while following me (the cyclist).
0:00 Quick sensor overview
2:48 DJI Air 2S Active Track Test
8:37 Going for a swim
9:05 DJI Obstacle avoidance deep-dive
10:34 Skydio 2 Autonomous Test
14:32 The Differences
16:53 Bonus Footage
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[@aarrodri]

You are one of the few reviewers that don't sound like a freaking paid comercial. Thanks for that.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks Aaron - appreciate it!!!

[@jeebs9]

@@Dcrainmaker No it's the truth. You don't seem to be paid. And you telling the truth. Unless like some other guys that just literally suck off DJI.

[@Dcrainmaker]

@@jeebs9 Indeed, I definitely appreciate it - it means a lot! And yup 100% not paid by any of the companies I review, and return all the gear afterwards. I hope that in the long run, both folks and companies value honesty and detail - even if the results aren't always what they want to hear. Cheers!

[@MotoVibes]

I have been watching your reviews for years. I think it is great that you pushing the equipment so far and you are honest about your findings even if this may jeopardize getting tech to review in the future. And it does not take away from how great both products are. I am on my third DJI drone and I hoping to add the Skydio soon. Thank you for a great comparison review!

[@phillipcsandoval9094]

Yup! I agreed 100%! Brother got a new subscriber just now:). Thanks so much!

[@franzweber7494]

The only KZbinr that actually jumps into the cold canal in order to rescue the sunken drone. Kudos to Rainmaker. RIP Air2, RIP Hero

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks!!!

[@TechInTheCar]

@@Dcrainmaker Did you actually find it? And also it seems you might like that canal as you could kind of see that coming… 😅

[@jeffreywolfe6313]

@@Dcrainmaker Seemed to drop right next to the wall, you seemed to be looking 5-8 ft out. (Good video by the way)

[@MadMusicLine]

I have subscriped for that :D

[@licanueto]

let's all appreciate that this guy lost a brand new drone and instead of using it for clickbait he kept it hidden till like more that half the video also, the tracking capabilities of the skydio are insane, and it is a 2yo drone

[@sandrewcarson6291]

He lost his go pro too

[@dextervem4646]

He lost 3 things that day, drone, go pro and hope for the 2 in the canal 😂 but content is super lit

[@gilbertdayrit8749]

Awesome review

[@BardhokNdoji]

Definitely the number 1 KZbin channel for active tracking tests on drones. This is the type of videos I watch before splashing my money for a new drone. Thank You.

[@Dcrainmaker]

“Before splashing my money...” - And...you went there. 🤣

[@zes3813]

wrgg

[@driewiel]

I'm afraid I'll have to avoid the $999 obstacle.

[@zes3813]

wrgg

[@51Drones]

Superb deductions Ray! I found the same. Processing power isn’t there to handle everything at once. Sorry for your bad day, but the value this provides to your viewers is priceless. Thank you!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks man, appreciate it!!!

[@SeanOzz]

so my air 2 seemed to do ok or better than this when testing. would love to see an air 2 vs air 2 s tracking Russ.. ;)

[@51Drones]

@@SeanOzz posted buddy.

[@Mengayang]

I watch your videos too, nice to know another KZbinr supports another fellow KZbinr

[@dinoscheidt]

🧠⏱ No it really isn’t. This looks like (1) a test of a more advanced AI based autonomy system (like the skydio) from the Air 2 with two more cameras to track and (2) a practice test of an in-house designed 1 inch sensor. Getting it quicker to market by using the existing air 2 framework is a filler on the balance sheet for a much bigger step coming beginning / mid (?) of next year. I really believe DJI is working very very hard right now to converge the pro camera system with a 360 degree aware autonomous system similar to the Skydio. All that needs higher power chips and system redesigns to deliver more intense processing. So many changes required, that it simply makes sense to field test that by real users with a real product; hence releasing the Air 2S. In itself this update is likely not really intended to make huge profits, but provide a lot of insights from user feedback, its use and data. While giving people in need of an upgrade from the pro line a pathway to use the new sensor earlier (I don‘t think the sensor will face huge redesigns from the 2S to next major release). Since I’m writing anyway.... my 2cts... tldr: -> After releasing the FPV line, they likely want to build out that segment as the „sport, fun but safe drone“ with adequate (but not cinematic) image quality... (sub 250g DJI FPV drone soon 🤔) -> that FPV line success we see now cannibalizes the standard mavic line which had been the fun drone with „ok but not cinematic sensors“ -> so they work on converging the mavic and pro line into one segment with amazing cameras and advanced AI systems into one system which needs a new hardware / software approach -> the Air 2S is a test of some of the many changes coming, just to get the sensor out and to validate major system architecture changes via user feedback -> while meeting shareholder expectation to release yearly I work in AI and this looks familiar. Not affiliated with DJI but I have the Mini, Air 2, Dji FPV and custom drones ❤️

[@OzzySafa]

Your reaction to the drone stopping really close to you is priceless 😂

[@elkskiutah8204]

That seems like a real severe safety issue the way that thing almost crashed into him two times

[@zes3813]

wrg

[@victorskrabe]

thanks! as one other "51 drones "guy says "Sorry for your bad day, but the value this provides to your viewers is priceless"

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks Victor - I appreciate it!

[@gplama]

I guess DJI won't be getting into the self-driving car market any time soon.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Maybe there's a future in the submersibles drone market?

[@gplama]

@@Dcrainmaker Now that's how you get those two drones and the GoPro back! A mini-sub! Time to call James Cameron.

[@kylepeterson]

let's hope they do not

[@jgalbino2231]

And if the car crashes the obstacle that entered the front, it was too close or too fast

[@juanamontoyapilotosdronesibagu]

It is sad that DJI at this point in the year 2021 has not been able to with this the video speaks for itself, it should invest more in research and at least reach the height of skydio 2 or at least pass it, stop continuing to take out drones so followed and if you look they are the same with the same ones, I only notably improve its camera of one non-variable inch plus two more censors, the rest remains the same, you who think thank you

[@Mengayang]

You deserve a sub for loosing a brand new drone in the canal for our sake. Thank you for the effort in showing us all what the air 2s is still not capable of doing.

[@kreieru1]

Make it two

[@arkons]

make it 3!!! 1 from me! :)

[@kam6642]

A fourth from me.

[@timtmor2000]

5th!!

[@TikaVish]

6!

[@fkinsd]

Perfect! You just saved me a bunch of dough to not upgrade my Air 2 because the Air 2S really doesn't solve the tracking issues.

[@kanimclean7597]

I was really hoping it was with the "S" for sensors

[@unOrdinaryBlue]

My Air 2s just arrived today 😬

[@christianmoody]

@@unOrdinaryBlue as mentioned in their email, they'll be working on improving the firmware on the drone so I wouldn't be too disappointed yet 🙂

[@eeshvij6219]

They pushed out another firmware update a few weeks ago which I think addressed a lot of activetrack issues. Someone posted a short-clip of using active-track in a forest which worked relatively well. Here is the link to that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZCUnJWNgMiYh6c

[@nztoddhaskell]

Impressed you attempted drone recovery in that murky water. 1hr spent looking was a solid effort! Kudos!

[@Dcrainmaker]

I try!!!!

[@nztoddhaskell]

@@Dcrainmaker Hell yeah, you do! Shows a glimpse of what is going on underneath.

[@ronnynitz8415]

It is really sad to see the obstacle avoidance ist that bad... But i am very thankful for your very honest video! That is not a sponsored video at all! :-)

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks, appreciate it!

[@wcsdiaries]

@@Dcrainmaker did you get your drone or go pro back? if not were they insured??

[@abiez4018]

@@wcsdiaries they ended up in canal and just waiting for somone to find it if they want the drone

[@funbro]

@@wcsdiaries iI wanted to see if DJI replaced it as well.

[@smitthone]

well, seems u are the most tracking-aware reviewer out there.... Nice!

[@Dcrainmaker]

I try!!! Thanks!

[@nope6786]

Watching this video actually made me sad. I’m am so sorry that you not only lost your drone, but also you’re hero 9. I hope this video blows up so you can make that money back.

[@JuniorWA]

The sacrifices that had to be made to make this video were insane.

[@groundhogdaypancakes]

This video really made my day. That caption when you lost the Hero 9 was just too much. Thank you for taking all these risks in discovering DJI's weaknesses - I guess someone just has to do it!

[@crosstrainingenduro]

Many thanks for a genuine review, this was exactly what I needed to hear but it takes ages of wading through infomercials masqerading as 'reviews'. 👍

[@firpofutbol]

He talks to drones like I talk to my dogs, he must love them quite a bit. 😂

[@ZacksLens]

'cmon little buddy'

[@BudionoSukses]

Skydio is super awesome in tracking!

[@glynnspinn]

Damn I want a Skydio 2 so badly - enjoying it vicariously through all of your videos, Ray!! Thanks.

[@Clinghoffer]

I'm glad you mentioned your jacket making the noise. I was looking very closely to see if I could see the baseball cards clipped on so they could hit the spokes of the wheels :)

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, I totally didn't think about it till I started pedaling, and then was like...well...crap...that's probably annoying. But it was super chilly otherwise.

[@EdiTravelOfficial]

The most honest and detailed review for this drone, sensor wise. Almost every one on youtube is telling that this is the “Best Drone for everything”. Going to this kind of level of test, we can truly say what this drone is capable.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks!!!

[@SteveMartinUSA]

This comparison is better than the manufacturers could have done and it’s impartial. Nice work Mr. rainmaker.

[@GabrielFFontes]

The skydio is really impressive! DJI is clearly lacking in obstacle avoidance

[@battery_wattage]

But there is also a 1in sensor on a drone under 600g. It appears that DJI is more interested in the technology of the camera than sensors and software like Skydio is doing.

[@flatline42]

It's more of a safety feature it seems like than a performance feature if that makes sense. I don't know if I"d consider the Air 2s to be "autonomous" really the way it's clear the Skydio is.

[@barneyrebel0123]

That's where the Mavic 3 will come in. There are no side obstacle avoidance systems on this, same as the last. I think the Mavic 3 when it does come out, will be better than the Skydio2, and will be on top again. If you think about it, it took a long time for other companies to try to catch up to the last Mavic 2 pro. There is just too much money left on the table for DJI to stop at the Pro 2, and they know it. I think this is a money grab, and also to buy time while the Mavic 3 has been in development for a long time now. Just my opinion.

[@CalumDavies]

@@battery_wattage I much rather tracking first. I use the mavic 2 pro for work and those side sensors have saved me so many timed

[@tams805]

@@battery_wattage That means nothing if your drone is, say, stuck at the top of a tree or at the bottom of a canal.

[@casualguy3938]

Mavic Attack and Lumberjack mode on the DJI scares my credit card so much that I had to move some furniture to find it after watching the DJI Kamikaze a tree and drop in the drink.

[@raaah]

I have had 3 DJI drones in the past 3 years I picked up the skydio 2 last year. My situation is a little unique I lost an arm in a motorcycle accident show flying a drone in a regular manner it's not possible for me. So I end up selling those drones after another one comes out hoping that it's better than the last. DJI has gotten better at tracking but it's never going to be as good as Skydio. I picked up the sky to because I went on vacation right before the pandemic hit and it was the best decision I ever made. I was able to throw this dream up in the air and me and my wife were able to get some beautiful video of our vacation without any issues. With that said, the Drone sits in a drawer all the time I occasionally turn it on to check for an update. Then I purchased the DJI FPV with the motion controller and these dreams save my sanity. I Can Fly the Drone all I want just like everybody else now. And according to what I've been reading the new mavic Air 2S it's supposed to get an update to use the goggles and the motion controller. When this happens I will buy the 2s as well. I agree they are two different markets I do hope that DJI improves their tracking but I'm not holding my breath you are comparing five cameras on the skydio versus one on the DJI

[@sergeantbilko7070]

Thank you for taking one for the team but also sorry for your loss.

[@DrakeDeuel]

The Skydio 2 is amazing. I've done a couple videos on my channel showing off its tracking capabilities.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Indeed, great stuff!

[@xJI00]

Gotta like DJI’s reaction. Working as designed. So they’re saying they designed it to be crap at navigation? The fact the Skydio did such a great job shows it’s not unachievable. DJI must have just aimed very low.

[@Errr717]

Yep no extra charge for that feature! I would be surprised if DJI doesn't have any spies working to steal Skydio's technology right now.

[@messyfilms6325]

DJI is such an overrated company. I have my spark I’ve had for a while but I’m in no hurry to upgrade for any reason.

[@emanuel12345678901]

well. they dominate the market and are behaving like Nokia. but they also have great camera tech so most people don't actually use tracking. they use it for videos, camera. so a reviewer will go: great camera and it even has incredible tracking if that's for you... I think skydio2 still has a long to go as they are not selling their drones outside US. and even if I could buy it, I could not service it or get warranty. in the end dji focuses on the camera and nothing else

[@ertatta]

@@emanuel12345678901 and yet the Skydio’s image quality is better IMO than just about anything from DJI

[@CeeTheReaper]

@@ertatta I'm sorry but no. DJI image quality is better, But skydio's obstacle avoidance system Is Superior.

[@franciswong26]

Oh my god! This is the greatest comparison with the most bravery of yours! I think all "reviewers" in KZbin should learn from you rather than just talk superficially!

[@dronyland]

Nice to see a video from someone NOT sponsored by DJI to show how thing really work. Good job ! :)

[@ericwilliamjohnson]

Your diving prowess is impressive

[@Dcrainmaker]

Hahaha...if only the water visibility was better!

[@Mike0193Azul]

Awesome real world comparison! My entire month would have been ruined if i lost both a go pro and drone 😱. The Skydio is spectacular in how it performes tracking. If daylight wasn’t as amazing as it was and you didn’t have such a contrasting red jacket the DJI may have hit you 😰

[@sandrewcarson6291]

That ending was a boot to the head to DJI.......loved it............

[@DylanM15]

Great video. Your conclusion makes complete sense. The Skydio 2 was perfect at tracking nearly. The DJI left some to be desired as it hit quite a bit. There is vastly more to it than that though. I even really was noticing the Skydio was struggling keeping semi level when going sideways at times. I could definitely see a lot of tilt and forward and backwards as it avoided trees (as well as wind). While DJI had some of that I believe their overall goal is kind of smoothness and consistency. Not bobbing and out but keeping the same distance and not making the more jerky of motions. The DJI is definitely more of a professional option with the 1 inch sensor and 20MP camera. Skydio is more active tracking specific with solid video that’s more comparable to the Mavic Pro 1st Gen and reminds me of the DJI Spark with the phone only option.

[@frankkolic9743]

Nice to see an honest review on release day.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - I appreciate. Also, go Hawks!!!

[@ThePawel36]

That was hilarious moment seeing you ready to recover the drone from the canal. Personally I would chose a different spot to test my drones, away from any bodies of water and I would never dip into canal to recover it , too cold, to dark and too wet! :) And you lost your go pro camera , what a terrible day...

[@RimantasLiubertas]

I think the choice of the location was calculated. "If it falls into the water I get some drama in my video" style. Otherwise it makes for the stupid choice.

[@ldr8276]

That really was cool. Also love that you are honest and interested in finding out the faults/short comings and share unlike paid reviewers or people hoping to be paid who just push positive press.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - much appreciated!

[@Arlington411]

I met you in DC a long time ago. Followed your Facebook and blog, and now just saw your KZbin videos. Top notch as always . Decided to follow your route and get into social media now that I am done with my first career.

[@ChaseTheSummit]

Yikes! I was hoping for more from APAS 4.0. I gotta say 8:35 was entertaining as heck to watch though 😂

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, I was bummed. :(

[@ronmac1832]

I consider DJI’s obstacle avoidance merely a “feel good” system. It might not hit a large building when going slow, but watch out for trees.

[@Tom-yr1mp]

Might need to find a path lined with trees that does not have a water feature nearby. Nice work on the video, great information thank you.

[@iAmARIFFiskandar]

I appreciate the commitment to trying to find the drone, i've subscribed and liked! great work! this solidified my purchase for the Skydio 2

[@triplereed1]

Just a suggestion, it might be a good idea to do your testing where there isn't alot of water 💦.

[@Dcrainmaker]

That's tricky in the Netherlands. ;)

[@seanpeine9258]

😂🤣😂🤣 poor guy felt bad for him!

[@tams805]

It's the Netherlands, and companies should not get a pass for poor products.

[@CheeseOnEverything]

wow the skyio is amazing at tracking

[@BillTheDroneReviewer]

Ray this was golden ! Excellent observations and comparison between the Skydio 2 and Air 2S.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks Bill!

[@JackMihoff6969]

I considered getting an Air 2S and this video made me just go with a Mini 2 as my first drone instead. Thanks for saving me a few bucks!

[@SikoraEnt]

I don't mess with Active track unless it's a safe open space.

[@Janus1000]

And that, DJI, is what we call a “bad look”.

[@jutea9858]

DJI is just better at shooting static objects. Why is everyone so demanding of DJI? Do they have to be completely ahead of their competitors in every field? Apple doesn't charge as fast as Android phones, but that doesn't hurt iPhone sales.

[@Janus1000]

@@jutea9858 Charging as fast as a competitor vs releasing an advertised technology SPECIFICALLY meant to save your high priced technology that just... Doesn't work well at all.. those are apples and oranges. This is what the DJI website says: The combination of portability, safety, and intelligent technology means you can spend more time enjoying flights and less time worrying about them. Take DJI Air 2S into the sky confidently, every flight. Environment Sensing DJI Air 2S has the ability to perceive its environment in four directions: up, down, forward, and backward. The algorithms for Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems (APAS 4.0) have been further improved, allowing DJI Air 2S to actively avoid obstacles in more complex scenarios and at high speeds. ---------- Look, if you read that, and watched that above video and said "Nah it's fine, don't gotta be good at everything, why so demanding?"... Then I don't know what to tell ya. Expecting what a company says their product can do, and calling out it's failure to do so is ACTUALLY THE RIGHT THING TO DO. Not yelling that ^ just emphasizing the point.

[@NeedToBike]

@@Janus1000 they should get sued.

[@anthonybanaszak5759]

Trash review. Drone works much differently in real life. This drone has no side sensors so I don’t understand why people expect it to to avoid things on the side. When did we start expecting drones to avoid things without 360 obstacle avoidance. We certainly wouldn’t have tried with this the original mavic pro.

[@NeedToBike]

@@anthonybanaszak5759 ok and what about the front collision sensors that also fucked up twice??

[@garritj]

Just bought the Air 2S (a lot different than my phantom and mini). This video was SUPER helpful! Thanks for taking the time to create this video!

[@TrailAdventuresTV]

Seriously! How could anyone give you a thumbs down on this review. I think you pointed out perfectly, the pros and cons of the DJI. I guess the DJI FAN boys aren’t happy with the outcome of your testing. I have been flying DJI now since the beginning. And The Skydio is heads and shoulders above DJI when it comes to sports tracking and obstacle avoidance. We have had so many killer shots ruined by the DJI obstacle avoidance sensors stopping the drone during a shoot. Great job! Sorry you lost your drone in the river. Even worse that DJ I didn’t step up and take care of it. DJI is falling behind in technology and better do something quick.

[@Ravindra_Krishna]

Wow.. watched so many product reviews of the new drone but this is the one that shows the actual product reality. Will definitely buy Skydo 3 ;)

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it!!

[@Inknov83d]

The problem with the Skydo is it’s a go pro with rotor blades it’s only really meant for active track. It’s really not a true drone.

[@Swing4TheRing]

The drone hitting the tree and looking down at the canal makes for a great Tik Tok meme clip of "Oh No! Oh No!"

[@the_stefo]

Yeeea

[@JauLingChou]

Always heartbreaking when you lose a drone. Good on you for keeping your composure and finishing the tests man! Not sure if this is the same in the real world, but I noticed in the video that I really couldn't hear the props on the Air 2S, while the Skydio 2 was obvious. I will say, it is super cool seeing the Skydio 2 accelerate around the trees!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, its definitely quieter. But ultimately, my mics are pretty good, which really helps as I use lav mics that basically make most of the noise go away.

[@MrJagad123]

the fact that this videos cost a drone falling in the cannal, is more than enough reason for me to subscribe

[@WayeOfLife]

"Oh nee".. you are becoming like me. The mix of Dutch and English haha. Welcome to Denglish

[@Dcrainmaker]

It’s the best kind of Oh Nee!

[@DannyGriffithsOnTV]

I’m fluent in Nederlish ook!

[@WayeOfLife]

@@DannyGriffithsOnTV 🤣🤣🤣

[@kingblade6563]

Moral of this story is stay away from canals lined with trees. I mean seriously why would you? If it fails it's got a big chance of landing in the bloody water. 🤔

[@puvendran100]

Impressed my Skydio capabilities. The last section of the video with Skydio was really good.

[@davidgreen921]

That canal ride is awesome - looks like something out of a video game, with the barges and trains going by.

[@deadlyk1tten]

the obstacle indication lights in the UI (yellow stripe on top of screen) are turned off when tracking,, you can see in other tracking screen recording, like in 7:51 where clearly its close to obstacles but the indication were never shown

[@jamarrpurnell7005]

Thanks, I'll wait for the Mavic 3

[@jamarrpurnell7005]

@Lon Denard i understand that the skydio is a great sport drone...i like cinematography and thats where it falls short...

[@jutea9858]

2S is great right now, it just can't compete with skyido2 in tracing, but way better in other functions.

[@jamarrpurnell7005]

@@jutea9858 I have the spark, mavic air, mini 1, mavic 2 zoom, and the air 2. I have no real need for the 2s. Mavic 3/ Phantom 5 is going to be special and that's what ill be waiting for.

[@jutea9858]

@@jamarrpurnell7005 okay that make sense.

[@barrygarfield2203]

Great review as always. I kept my original Air and bought the Skydio 2 because of the obstacle avoidance and the beacon, and not needing to lug a controller with you like you have to do with the Air 1, 2 2S etc for any type of tracking more than 100 yards.

[@consolednd]

Thanks a lot, I have almost clicked proceed to checkout of air 2s for bicycle and snowboarding, but finally decided to check reviews and found yours. Great job.

[@pescandoconroger3562]

Man, your videos are expensive 💰 💵 😱 thanks for the information

[@mlegrand]

So I’m in the market for a new drone. My old Air 1 is on its last leg. You probably just saved me from pulling the trigger on this one. 🤔 I can’t decide

[@BrianRouse]

The Air 2 is great. I upgraded myself...the extras on the 2s don't seem worth it to me.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Yeah, I'd hold off a little bit longer. You should just order the Skydio 2.

[@mlegrand]

@@Dcrainmaker - Yeah, that thing is impressive. I’m just scared they’ll drop the Skydio 3 as soon as place my 2 order.

[@nightlessluck]

@@Dcrainmaker but how about the image quality?

[@Felix-pm1fg]

If you only want to Make track footage - go for the Skydio. But if you want a good allrounder with some Problems in Obstacle Avoidance - go for the air 2s

[@DronerArt]

Note to self. Don’t fly it with acutract over water next to a line of trees. Bad things happen. Thanks for the video. Good info. Sorry for your loss.

[@LaurencePreble]

Thanks for a great review! Based on your earlier reviews I purchased the Skydio 2 last year and love it. I still have four other drones including a Mavic Pro and Mavic 2 zoom, but when I'm biking, the Skydio 2 is my drone of choice. By the way, excellent review on the Garmin Rally Power Meter. You helped me decide to purchase the SPD version last week. Good product.

[@KajsaTylen]

Great comparison, just what I was after. Definitely the Skydio for me!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - appreciate it!

[@klemmr3233]

Lovely spot for a dive. Good thing it wasn't Noordpier.

[@Dcrainmaker]

Haha...indeed! That would have been a bit messier!

[@samsman007]

Unlike any other, this is an HONEST review!!! DJI is still a few light years behind Skydio when it comes to active tracking!! *Correction, when it comes to obstacle avoidance!!

[@knto2000]

Thank you so much for saving me that $999 (was thinking of upgrading from Air 2 to Air 2S). And after years of watching your channel, I subscribed without thinking when seeing you jumping into the canal to save the drone ! That speaks passions. :)

[@johnlake1842]

All I heard was DJI air2S is the superior drone.

[@TiagoWolf]

At least underwater 😁

[@oliverrevis4190]

Can U do Air 2 vs Air 2s to see if it's actually got worse?

[@tams805]

I'm not sure he can now...

[@uspockdad6429]

Seeing as how the air 2s is still at the bottom of the canal, I doubt it.

[@oliverrevis4190]

@@uspockdad6429 haha I definitely didn't think that through

[@FuriousFilipino]

About a year later and Skydio is still head and shoulders above the competition. I have a spot saved for me in production, but still not 100% sold on the value proposition-clearly it is better than the competition at tracking, but that is just one aspect, for me there’s portability and functionality as a pilot operated camera.

[@kyrgeorge]

Excellent and honest review. And that's exactly why I will never be an early buyer again. And that's why I will not be fooled by all those paid commercial channels. I have the air2 and I love it but after few firmware updates.

[@testdos]

ooh man you just lose that drone and seriously seriously depressed., literally broke my heart

[@michaelhatcher2317]

Why would anyone buy a one-trick drone?

[@cbphoto87]

Because a reliable tracking drone opens up a whole new world of the type of content you can produce while still doing most of what a mavic can do with some range limitations.

[@tams805]

If it may mean the difference between having a working drone and 'having' one at the bottom of a canal...

[@MrCjrodriguez]

Thanks for making this video comparison. It sucks you had to lose a drone to give us this comparison of the 2 drones. It was very impressive to see the Skydio go between the trees autonomously.

[@Simon-qy7pe]

Excellent honest review of the Active track feature on the DJI Air 2S. Keep up the good work.

[@MrRene1968]

Did DJI give your money back? or will they give you a new drone?

[@Dcrainmaker]

They sent over another one to continue testing. I think it arrives tomorrow.

[@KaneLono]

That's impressive. You did not make their drone look good. But they still sent you another one. 👍

[@PNOYPWR]

DJI wants you to cut all the tree branches before you use the drone to follow you.

[@neluka2008]

Keeping it professional every second in the video...kudos!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks!!!

[@dhruvsarin5717]

You know it. I know it. We all know it. This was just the type of video we wanted, and we got it. I liked it, subscribed to it, shared it on Facebook, Instagram story, and all my phone contacts.

[@CheeseOnEverything]

lol now thats a review 😂

[@Dcrainmaker]

Haha...thanks!

[@joseyeraydeniz]

6:42 😂😂😂 mejor momento del video

[@bryantturner97]

Thanks Dude...you just saved me $1299. Again, thanks for posting.

[@John_Adesanya]

You just gained a new subscriber... And yeah I just got a mail from skydio about my new drone ready to ship. Sorry for your loss 🙏

[@Dcrainmaker]

Thanks - enjoy the new drone! Oh, and while I make it look easy flying the Skydio here, I'd recommend spending a bit of time with it first at a football field complex or giant field where you can get familiar with it before doing trickier stuff. Enjoy!

[@ChrisWinter]

Skydio destroyed the dji. Leaps ahead

[@Dcrainmaker]

One might argue the canal water destroyed the DJI....

[@Emcee_Squared]

Very sad that DJI still hasn’t mastered tracking.

[@saahiltyagi69]

Very good deductions and completely honest. I specially appreciated the honesty of the video even though you DJI really let you down. Liked and subscribed for that reason. I like honest reviews. Thanks for the video!

[@Dcrainmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MillisecondFeels]

Subscribed because of the objective pov and review. Keep it up!

[@TheNiteNinja19]

That canal claimed a lot of money worth of equipment right there. Love the boat horn censor filter lol.

[@robertomighty4562]

Thanks for taking the time to make this thoughtful, thorough, test-and-report.

[@mikematas7100]

Superb work. I lost air 2s to parallel active track today. Fortunately it was the 3 rd day so back to Amazon in returns

[@kenl6324]

I enjoy you talking with your ‘little buddy’ drone

[@dimitrivits8629]

Always good honest reviews from this guy! Keep up the work

[@efeoktay244]

As a DJI Mavic 2 pro owner, I'm so furious about this company just because the fact that they don't care about tracking system. I can never rely on active track even while using most advanced mavic in the market now and my next drone will definitely not be a DJI drone! Thanks for this honest video.

[@sazvirk3157]

Will watch all the advertisements on your video so you will get some compensation for your loss as these very hard to find honest individuals..Keep it up the good and honest work..."SALUTE" !!!

[@makatron]

They sure refined the product from the original Skydio to the Skydio 2. Wanted to get one this past weekend and found out there's a waiting list, business is good I guess.