Is the DJI Mini 4k Worth It? An Honest Review

[@eliwithey]

I bought one like 3 weeks ago, I've been hand launching out my window (its -3) stick my hand out and grab it, flip it upside down to stop the blades. it's been nice in the winter. you don't need to worry about going home asap, I brought mine back on 5% and it said 0% as it was landing. its durable don't worry

[@YourGeekFix]

Very cool!

[@johna1060]

Just ordered one, expecting it to come in next week. My first drone experience. Judging from reviews like this one should be lots of fun. Looking forward to it. Nice video!

[@YourGeekFix]

Awesome! I use mine a lot!

[@YourGeekFix]

This is already making some of my videography much better and easier.

[@JayLapse]

do you think the mini 3 is worth the price difference instead of the mini 4k?

[@MikeHunt700]

Thanks, I appreciate the information. I’m a retired USAF aviator and have flown many aircraft, never a drone. I don’t know what I don’t know….you provided valuable information!

[@YourGeekFix]

@@MikeHunt700 great!

[@sriavula]

how have the batteries you bought from dji ebay been compared to the one included with the mini4k? have you noticed anything or nah? also what is the charging hub you bought called?

[@YourGeekFix]

@@sriavula one arrived dead. But the dji team replaced it and they work as well as the one that came with the drone.

[@sriavula]

@@YourGeekFix gotcha, thanks!!

[@YourGeekFix]

@@sriavula yup

[@jacobshimel524]

Could you please put a link to the box and the battery charger on here

[@YourGeekFix]

@jacobshimel524 because they are ebay items, they don't stay the same. I recommend going to djis ebay page. The official one.

[@1Guy1Course1Disc]

I bought this for videoing disc golf courses. I think the key is knowing what you need it for and what will and will not be helpful. I fly around a lot of trees so the object sensors would probably be more of hindrance which is why i went with the mini 4k. It's also pretty durable. I have hit a few trees, i know ironic, already and it still flies great.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@1Guy1Course1Disc cool

[@nedflanders1559]

1:27 I'm in Canada, and I have been flying a DJI Mini 2 and a Mini 4 pro for a couple years. You do not have to register a drone that weighs less than 250 grams here. And you do not need any type of license or certification. There are a few simple regulations you have to follow, but that is all.

[@YourGeekFix]

Canada passed a new law two months ago. Have no idea who supported it.

[@JWNRW59]

New drone laws are purely targeted to larger drones supporting such activities as extended line of visible sight and package delivery.

[@YourGeekFix]

@JWNRW59 rule 900.06 is a bit too broad for interpretation.

[@JWNRW59]

@ I get what you are pointing to. You still don’t need a license to fly a micro drone here. Nor do you have to register. This is more about restricted areas which we have had pretty much since drone rules have come into play here. Either way the Mini 4k is a great entry point if the Mini 3 is over one’s budget.

[@YourGeekFix]

Very good

[@d484r]

What charger is that one? Any link? Price? Tnx

[@YourGeekFix]

@@d484r www.ebay.com/itm/176501065361?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=mq44qhk8r1q&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=LgeSka0pSvu&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@ShaunRucastle]

​@YourGeekFix the dji one shows the battery charge of them with LEDs, and I would also trust it more

[@YourGeekFix]

@ShaunyRoo ok

[@arnprasad]

Thanks for the review. Where on ebay are you getting two batteries for 50 dollars or around that?

[@YourGeekFix]

@@arnprasad as i said in the video... dji has their own store on ebay.

[@xenophonBC]

Love the 4k, new dimension in photography. Try a Neo with goggles 3 in FPV.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@xenophonBC love to.

[@seven1productions819]

Nice vid do you know if the drone can fly without the phone and app

[@YourGeekFix]

@@seven1productions819 it cannot. Must use cellular service. That is how it reports to the airport.

[@dannylumby8597]

how did you get the mini 4k to follow you

[@YourGeekFix]

@@dannylumby8597 using quickshots. Pick any one and then start walking when the drone moves. It will follow.

[@vladlabcraft]

LOL nice. Pure Geek hack. Thx

[@YourGeekFix]

@vladlabcraft true!

[@usarmyfl1]

I am gonna buy one soon. I got the Specta Mini 4k (same drone) but I want to be able to use DJI branded batteries, which the Specta wont. I only bought the Specta because DJI Geofencing is STUPID, but they just took Geofencing off their drones. Awesome drone(s)!

[@YourGeekFix]

Oh, cool! You may also want to check the 3 mini on their ebay store. If they have one, that is better than the 4K. However, I love mine and use it weekly.

[@DJdext]

I have a dji mini 4k in my cart on amazon and just can't pull the trigger. I have a couple of budget drones and just want to take hd video and pics. Where I work, we have lakes, and I want to capture video over the lakes. What is the deal with water and drones?

[@YourGeekFix]

What I said was true. If I could go back I would order the DJI 3 mini from their store on EBAY. You get all the same benefits. There are landing gear for the DJI for water, but I wouldn't do it. I don't know anything about specific water drones. Let me know if you find out.

[@DJdext]

@YourGeekFix i just want to fly it over water. I dont need to land on water.

[@YourGeekFix]

@DJdext flies over water fine. I have done it a lot.

[@JWNRW59]

FYI Canada drone law changes do not impact the already fairly restriction free laws for flying what we term as “micro-drones” ie under 250k. The bulk of the changes impact the professional sectors where much larger drones are in use, with notable inclusion of extended visible line of sight for drone package delivery, and such. The choice between the Mini 4k and the Mini 3 is a tough one. Another $80 CAD for a bigger and better camera is a compelling option. Nonetheless the Mini 4k is an outstanding entry level / beginner option without a doubt.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@JWNRW59 it has worked well . I have been using it weekly.

[@reglob21]

Hi how do I get out of tutorial mode I think mine is in it I can only reach 120m high and around 400m maybe 500m away

[@YourGeekFix]

@@reglob21 turn it off in settings.

[@reglob21]

@YourGeekFix great I'll have a look thanks is it the settings in the dji go fly app

[@YourGeekFix]

@reglob21 i think so

[@reglob21]

@YourGeekFix great I'll see how it goes cheers thanks

[@whitefordfalcon]

Based on the huge dent in your car, you may want to practice driving as much as drone flying. 😂. Thanks for the video… it was helpful.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@whitefordfalcon lol. Hit by others.

[@whitefordfalcon]

@ 🤔 That’s what my wife said about her dent too. Again, thx for the informative video! 👍🏼

[@YourGeekFix]

@whitefordfalcon lol

[@KeljaSamiNation]

Your view on Canada is not correct! Dji mini does not a pilot license. The rules are way more lax in Canada. The mini does not even need to be registered. Any thing larger one must register then take a beginner drone test. But is not that complex

[@YourGeekFix]

@@KeljaSamiNation ok

[@Will-nn6ux]

Slightly confused as the original Mini 2 is 4K at 30fps (with 2.7K at 60fps). Is there any difference between the Mini 2 and the 4K, or is it just a rebrand?

[@YourGeekFix]

@Will-nn6ux they don't make the mini 2 any more. This was meant to replace it.

[@locodiablo8130]

Mini 2 was actually better.. it has quick file transfer and an led light. Neither features are on the mini 4k

[@YourGeekFix]

@@locodiablo8130 true.

[@locodiablo8130]

Don't forget, even with DJI care refresh, deductible applies.. damage when you send damaged drone in, $29.. if you completely lose it.. $115 deductible

[@YourGeekFix]

Understood. But way cheaper that paying the original price again.

[@SuperVidtech]

I was weighing between the 4k mini and the 4k pro, decided to go with the 4k pro due to its ability the work with my RC2 controller where the 4k mini is not supported, I find the need to use your phone with your controller to be cumbersome . Also keep in mind there is no Tax as well as free shipping when ordering straight from the Dji website so that in itself saves a considerable amount . My turn around time was just under a week for delivery with a free year of replacement coverage to boot...

[@bushcraft4139]

In your great video you say a replacement “at no extra cost” - is that true? In the UK it looks like it costs £105 per replacement.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@bushcraft4139 if you buy the insurance and it meets one of the accepted reasons for replacement.

[@sagaryadav4305]

How much did all the products cost you?

[@YourGeekFix]

@@sagaryadav4305 not sure at this point

[@BackYardStudios2]

10:26 when the video starts

[@YourGeekFix]

ok. There are chapters.

[@BackYardStudios2]

@@YourGeekFix xD

[@Angus367]

It doesn't seem to have quick transfer 😕

[@YourGeekFix]

@Angus367 to your phone. Mine is instantaneous. But dji just disabled sync due to flight concerns.

[@Fil-american]

hello i have a question about taking a drone to the airport do we need to get license for this drone ?i have this kind of drone and im planning to bring my drone to philippines im just worried having a trouble to the airport

[@YourGeekFix]

@Fil-american i have taken this one on four trips in my carry on and no problems. No you do not need a license.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Fil-american the Philippines may have restrictions on. Flying.

[@Upabovewisconsin]

The mini 4K is just a good dependable basic drone that is simple and works well.

[@YourGeekFix]

I agree. Have been using it every week.

[@SithLord_Miguel]

Oh well I guess I missed the live stream I had the notification that I was you know sorting some cables and usually when the premiere starts I can hear it but for some reason it was muted so I missed it. but i am watching it now jeremy so i'll come in on it later have a good night.

[@YourGeekFix]

@SithLord_Miguel i missed the chat. I am in Texas at a conference and didn't get back in time. I did see you made the chat though.

[@thearcram]

Does DJI mini 4k have follow mode?

[@YourGeekFix]

@thearcram While it does not have "follow mode" there are ways to have it follow you using quick takes and third party apps.

[@thearcram]

@YourGeekFix may I know what are the third party apps?

[@YourGeekFix]

@thearcram depends on your phone. Look up, "dji infight app"

[@Ronsd92107]

I bought one - can't fly it anywhere in public basically in So Cal. No Parks No Beaches. My fault - I didnt do the research. I can take it to other states with less restrictions if I follow battery protocols of the airlines.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Ronsd92107 true

[@sriavula]

one the best videos ive seen about it!! keep it up

[@YourGeekFix]

Thanks! Hope you subscribed and became a member of our community. We need people like you!

[@sriavula]

@ just did!

[@YourGeekFix]

@sriavula sweet!

[@Billyyessir]

So when the drone goes into return to home it will go up so that it can avoid all trees and building first then it will start moving forward but there is a setting to change how high it will go out of the box it’s set to go up to around 400 feet so that it’s all clear

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Billyyessir ok

[@lifehackertips]

I think the default height for return to home is 30 meters if I recall, so that should avoid most trees, but around here I had to set it higher to be safe.

[@Billyyessir]

@@lifehackertips ah mine was set to 400 feet but I guess it differs

[@YourGeekFix]

@lifehackertips ah

[@DroneTech-f4v]

Santa got me one of these for Xmas, first flight in and loving it!

[@YourGeekFix]

@@DroneTech-f4v we have used ours a lot

[@Steeenz]

amazon link for the Box ? :D

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Steeenz the box i got on ebay

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Steeenz charging box or the carry case?

[@Steeenz]

@ the Carry one 😌

[@YourGeekFix]

@@Steeenz Oh. OK...www.amazon.com/dp/B09M8782CH?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

[@Steeenz]

@ thanks m8 😌💪🏼

[@zonkerandphred]

Why "unfortunately" Temu?

[@YourGeekFix]

They don't keep things in stock.

[@MrMalto4]

Great video Jeromy!!

[@YourGeekFix]

@@MrMalto4 thanks man

[@salocinscience11]

I love mine

[@noigala]

It has no difference with mini 2. Not referring to mini 2 SE but the mini 2 that can shoot 4k 30fps.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@noigala ok

[@warrenparker8282]

I just purchased this drone and am a beginner after a year i will probably upgrade to something else

[@YourGeekFix]

@warrenparker8282 i love mine but wish I had gone with the 3.

[@warrenparker8282]

@YourGeekFix i noticed my samsung android doesn't carry the DJ1 fy download app how can I download the app on my phone

[@YourGeekFix]

@warrenparker8282 i have a samsung s21 ultra it works on. The app is only on their site, like it shows on the video.

[@whatworkedforme]

That is very interesting at 17:56.. a psuedo follow me! Great tutorial thanks

[@YourGeekFix]

@@whatworkedforme sure!

[@elifox4454]

Can you make a video about drone modifications to make it less noisy?

[@YourGeekFix]

@@elifox4454 wow! That would be cool. Ill look into it.

[@BelgianRykerBiker]

You should look up the MAS blades for the mini 2 SE or the mini 4k, they ought to be 2 decibel less noisy, while also giving a very very slight increase in flight time.

[@YourGeekFix]

@BelgianRykerBiker good to know!

[@elifox4454]

@@BelgianRykerBiker thanks 😊

[@ChampsX5]

I hate to be "that guy" but I think you should know that if your YT channel is monitized and you use drone video, you need to have a Part 107 license to be compliant, even with a drone under 250g. It's not difficult to pass but you will need to study prior to taking the test. Plus, there is valuable information about what is and isn't legal when flying, one of which I believe you violated unless someone else was piloting. Be safe and have fun!

[@YourGeekFix]

@ChampsX5 i have one with permits in two states for other filming. But, not nessisary for productions making less than 10,000. So, unless you are Mr Beast, not needed.

[@MariaconsigliaCorsato]

For a long time, as Chanel prices have risen, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I would be happy to have a kislux as a travel bag that I don't have to take care of. By the way, I'm sure no one would have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@MariaconsigliaCorsato spammmmmmmmm

[@gobstoppa1633]

I tuned in to watch a dji vid but realised immediatly the only thing you were pushing was your self, so got out quick

[@YourGeekFix]

@@gobstoppa1633 what does that even mean? You mean because i recommended getting the other drone instead? Or i showed ways to get qround the 4k limitations?

[@b-radStudio]

awesome

[@YourGeekFix]

@@b-radStudio thanks.

[@b-radStudio]

@@YourGeekFix your welcome I have a dji and they are really reliable

[@YourGeekFix]

@b-radStudio that's good

[@jezhayes]

you have to pay an excess to replace/repair the drone and the mini 4k is SO cheap, it's almost a waste of money insuring it.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@jezhayes i would rather pay 100 to replace it than 300.

[@stevejacinto]

🎉

[@YourGeekFix]

@@stevejacinto see you in a week.

[@petemitchell6788]

You trust DJI? 🤣. Don’t worry, your new President is going to fix the problem with DJI.

[@YourGeekFix]

Already used the insurance and they didn't ask many questions. Tell me why not to trust them.

[@time4tube1]

You said nothing helpful

[@YourGeekFix]

@@time4tube1 what did you want to know i didn't mention.

[@ericboyle8296]

Actually this video was very helpful for someone looking into buying this drone as I am. The difference between the stores and shipping times, the tutorial mode, how to get it to follow you, I could go on. Very helpful.

[@YourGeekFix]

@@ericboyle8296 As I said in the video, if I had the option, I would have baught the refurbished mini 3 on their ebay store. You may want to look into it.

[@vikings-x8p]

He is drunk

[@YourGeekFix]

@vikings-x8p don't drink or use drugs, but will always sound that way.