DJI launched the DJI Neo, a self-flying “selfie drone” at just $199 — one of the cheapest drones DJI has ever released.
But is it any good?
While we have not really gotten a chance to review the drone – YET
Mic did write a pretty great article about possible DJI Neo compatible Goggles here :
I came across a great review by Youtuber DC Rainmaker
I went through the video and jotted down some interesting titbits for you
TLDR Summary:
The DJI Neo drone shows a lot of promise in follow-me capabilities, especially in complex environments and for running scenarios. It had good durability and highly improved subject reacquisition. However, it still has limitations in high-speed tracking and direction tracking modes. While it performs well in certain areas, it may not outperform specialized drones like the Hover X1 in all aspects. Further long-term testing and comparisons are planned by DC Rainmaker.
Testing Environments:
- Tree tunnel: Dense wooded area for obstacle navigation
- Mixed complexity area: Combination of open spaces and obstacles
- Open areas: For high-speed tracking tests
- Trail running: Deep woods for advanced obstacle tracking
Cycling Tests:
- Medium follow mode tested at various speeds
- Speed limitation observed around 20-21 km/h in normal mode
- Sport mode tested, reaching up to 28 km/h before losing track
- Direction track mode found less effective for cycling
Running Tests:
- Performed in wooded areas with tight turns and obstacles
- Drone showed impressive cornering and obstacle avoidance
- Direction track mode struggled with running speeds
- Worked well for walking/hiking speeds
Durability:
- Drone crashed multiple times (15-20 in a single day)
- Continued functioning despite visible damage marks
- Compared to Hover X1’s durability (150+ crashes over 250-300 flights)
Key Observations:
- No obstacle avoidance sensors, relies solely on camera
- Improved subject reacquisition compared to previous DJI models
- Limitations in high-speed tracking, especially for cycling
- Good performance in complex environments during running tests
- Durable design withstanding multiple crashes
Here is the link for the full video if you are interested.
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