$959 – $1,355Amazon US prices in September 2026 were $959 with DJI RC 2 (typical $1,099) and about $1,355 for the Fly More Combo; it launched in 2023 at $759 with DJI RC-N2. The newer Mini 5 Pro is the current DJI model.
AvailableVia SSH / web / bridge<249 gOmnidirectional avoidanceMSDK v534 min
Possibly ≤ 1 weekShipping: About 1 week. Listed on Amazon US in September 2026 (about 6-day Prime delivery for the RC 2 version, plus third-party bundles); prices fluctuate. Amazon search ↗
Remote control: Indirect: build an Android app on MSDK v5 that runs on the controller-connected phone and relays commands (e.g. via WebSocket) from a laptop.
Overview
The most capable sub-250 g drone with an official SDK path. MSDK v5 exposes virtual-stick control, waypoints and video to custom Android apps. Programming is through a phone, not directly from a laptop. DJI's US regulatory troubles make stock unpredictable.
Specifications
| Category | Drones · Autonomous & developer drones |
|---|---|
| Released | 2023 |
| Availability | Available |
| Programmability | Limited SDK |
| Best for | Ages 14+ (estimated) |
| Vision sensors | Camera, Depth camera |
| Actuators | Brushless / direct-drive motors |
| Audio | No audio |
| Compute type | Proprietary / undisclosed |
| Remote control | Via SSH / web / bridge |
| Size | 14.8 × 9.4 × 6.4 cm folded, under 249 g (standard battery) |
| Drive | Folding quadcopter |
| Compute | Not published |
| Vision | 48 MP 1/1.3" camera, 4K60 HDR, 3-axis gimbal; omnidirectional fisheye vision |
| Lidar | None |
| Sensors | IMU, GNSS, omnidirectional vision, downward ToF |
| Runtime | 34 min (45 min with Intelligent Flight Battery Plus) |
| Speed | Up to 16 m/s (Sport mode) |
| SDK | DJI Mobile SDK v5 (Android); Mini 4 Pro support was added in MSDK v5.13.0 (March 2025) |
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