DJI Flip review: Flipping great

The DJI Flip is a reasonably big step up in price over last year's DJI Neo, but you get a lot more bang for your buck with the purchase.

The DJI Flip hovering in the air above me.

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Pros

  • Straightforward controls
  • Lightweight and affordable
  • Really solid camera

Cons

  • Only 2 GB on board storage
  • No rear or top proximity sensors
  • Audio requires work

I never saw myself as a drone guy. While I love the idea of flying my own little piece of tech around the world, I’ve always just been too lazy to actually do it.

The DJI Neo challenged that perception, thanks to its effortless controls that meant I could get simple, high-quality footage without really needing to know how to fly a drone.

But the DJI Flip has taken that to a whole other level. While the Neo was perfect for beginners, it also lacked the features and performance to make it really appeal to anyone apart from newcomers. Battery life was a big hurdle.