DJI Mavic Air 2

Very easy to fly Compact, folding design Greatly improved battery life Excellent stills and video quality

Camera feed sometimes stutters No screen on the controller

The best drone for most people, the Mavic Air 2 is a significant upgrade on its predecessor and our new favorite flying camera. It offers improved range, a noticeably longer battery life, excellent 4K/60p video and a whole host of new shooting...

Stunning 48MP photos ; 4K video at 60fps ; New smart photo features ; Improved hand controller ; Great price

Bigger than the current model ; Heavier too

On first impressions the DJI Mavic Air 2 doesn't just seem like a highly capable compact drone, it's also one of the most advanced drones DJI has made for consumers. It's got some serious power, all in a package that folds up to fit in virtually any...

Tiny but crammed with features ; QuickShot modes work brilliantly

Legislation requires you to register any drone over 250g with the CAA

A great drone for beginners and serious snappers alike, it’s arguably the most accomplished drone in the current DJI range

Consistent color and quality ; Decent flight time ; Intelligent flight features

Gimbal overload errors ; Small sensor is limiting ; Subpar following capabilities ; Jittery ride

Robust flight characteristics and very easy to fly. Very good video quality in 4K, sharp still images in good light, and several useful flight modes.

Image noise when shooting in low light. No zoom and it does not withstand rain.

DJI Mavic Air 2 costs more than Mini 2, but can do more and has a better camera. It is the drone you should choose if the image quality is important, but also if you need the range and flight characteristics of Air 2. It is very easy to fly, and...