DJI is one of the biggest names in the drone game. They can help create buttery-smooth aerial shots and work fantastically with must-have wireless mics, which makes the brand something of a go-to for TikTokers, YouTubers, and filmmakers alike.
That popularity has a downside, though. It's nearly impossible to find DJI products in stock, even at the official DJI online storefront. During Prime Day, two of the brand’s most in-demand drones, the DJI Neo Mini 4K and DJI Mini 4K, topped sales charts. Now, they’re barely available outside of third-party sellers. DJI’s own site lists most of its bestsellers as sold out, and even creator favorites like DJI wireless mics are backordered across major retailers.
It's also worth noting that President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders aimed at helping the U.S. drone industry and shoring up protections against malicious drone activity. The measures stop short of ordering a full ban on Chinese-made drones, but talk of a ban on DJI drones has been circulating for more than year. That uncertainty could well be further boosting sales.
Right now, you can still find these popular drones available at Amazon. So if you're looking to add them to your creative tool kit, now is the time to lock them in while you can.
Why are the DJI drones so popular?
There’s a key reason the DJI Mini 4K and DJI Mini 4K Neo were two of the most talked-about drones during Prime Day, and why they're still selling out just as fast: These compact drones offer crisp, stabilized 4K video in lightweight packages that are beginner friendly but powerful enough for serious creators. They're also very affordable when compared to other models in the space.
With foldable designs, intuitive controls, and features like QuickShots (automated flight paths that make your drone footage look cinematic with zero editing), they’re a good choice for just about anyone, even if you're just getting started out.
If you do spot them out there in the wild, it's a good idea to act fast and pick them up.
DJI Neo Mini 4K
Why we like it
We named the DJI Neo 4K one of the best drones for beginners, as it's the most affordable you can get from the best name in consumer drones. It's small, easy to maneuver, and it can be conrolled by way of app or controller. You can also opt to use voice controls to get it up into the air. And if you end up losing it, there's automatic return to home function to find its way back to you. It offers 4K video, QuickShot modes, subject tracking, and a variety of other features that make it great for drone photography. If you're looking for a good entry point when it comes to drones, this is a very safe (and our favorite) bet.
DJI Mini 4K
Why we like it
An equally beginner-friendly drone, the DJI Mini 4K is full of features that can help you get into the air and stay there fast. It has one-tap takeoff options if that's the part of flight that's the shakiest for you, and a return to home function. But perhaps most importantly for content creators or anyone wanting to get into photography or drone footage, it offers a 3-axis gimbal and 4K quality as well as advanced wind resistance and extended battery life. It's a step up from the DJI Neo Mini 4K that we think is worth the extra cash.
