DJI Neo — Prime Day Deal: $159 Pocketable 4K Mini Drone
Amazon Prime Day has dropped the DJI Neo to $159, with a bundle that includes two extra batteries and a charger priced at $229. The Neo is DJI’s ultra-light 135 g mini drone aimed at beginners and creators who want easy portability without a hefty price.
Why it’s appealing
- Extremely light and pocketable (135 g) — exempt from many drone registration rules.
- Palm takeoff/landing and voice commands for super-easy launches.
- 4K 30 fps video from a 1/2-inch 12 MP sensor with Rocksteady software stabilization.
- Smart shots and subject tracking for simple cinematic clips (Follow, Dronie, Rocket, etc.).
- Supports smartphone control, DJI RC controllers (RC Motion 3) and even DJI Goggles 3 for FPV-style flying.
Key specs
- Weight: 135 g
- Max video: 4K @ 30 fps (1/2″ 12 MP sensor)
- Range: up to ~6.2 miles LOS
- Top speed: 18 mph (up to 36 mph with special controller)
- Flight time: ~17 minutes per battery
Downsides
- No obstacle detection — requires cautious flying around people/trees.
- Relatively short battery life (~17 minutes).
- Louder-than-average propeller noise.
Verdict
At $159 the DJI Neo is a very compelling first drone: affordable, simple to fly, and small enough to take anywhere. If you plan to fly often, the $229 bundle with extra batteries and a charger is a smart upgrade.
Buy / Learn more
Amazon (search): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=DJI+Neo&tag=f1rede-20
Official product page: https://www.dji.com/neo
Have a question or experience with the Neo? Drop a comment below — what would you test first: palm takeoff, tracking, or FPV?