Review

Buying a DJI drone in 2026 is a different game. With DJI on the FCC Covered List, the question is no longer which model is best — it's which models you can still legally buy in the US with a real warranty, and which ones will cost you at customs.

The 135g DJI Neo launched at $199 with palm takeoff, self-flying subject tracking, and 4K video. Updated June 2026: the newer DJI Neo 2 now adds obstacle sensing, a 2-axis gimbal, and faster tracking — here's how the original still holds up.

The good, the bad, and the ugly on DJI's sub-249g Flip — a 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/60fps, palm takeoff, and ~31 min flight time for around $439. Still on sale in the US in 2026.