DJI Neo 2 Drone
Check it out on AmazonBackyard · Family Videos
A tiny drone that takes off from your palm and follows you around the backyard, so you can get family videos without anyone holding a camera.
RoomBackyard and family outings
Good forHands free family and vacation videos
SpaceFits in a jacket pocket
UpkeepCharge the batteries
What problem does it solve?
Someone always ends up behind the camera and missing from the family videos.
The DJI Neo 2 is a small drone with prop guards that takes off from your hand, tracks you and records 4K video. You can fly it from your phone, with gestures, or with an optional controller.
What living with it is like
- Light. About 151 grams, under the 250 gram registration line in many places.
- Safer design. Full prop guards plus obstacle sensing, with Engadget noting it’s strongest at avoiding things in front.
- Phone control. Flies from your phone over Wi Fi, with a controller extending range.
- Weak at night. Engadget found low light video subpar.
Before you buy
Check local drone rules, keep it away from people you don’t know, and respect neighbors’ privacy.
Engadget’s review noted uncertainty about US availability. Check it’s sold and supported where you live.
Is it worth it for your home?
For families who want easy, hands free videos of backyard games, hikes and vacations, it’s one of the simplest drones out there.
If you want long range aerial photography, look at a Mini series drone.
If it’s not quite right
Original
DJI Neo
The first version, cheaper with simpler features.
Photos
DJI Mini 4 Pro
A full camera drone for scenic shots.
Premium
HoverAir X1
Another follow me drone, at about twice the price.
Our take Home Score 7/10
A fun, easy way to capture family moments without anyone stuck behind the camera.
Keep it if you want effortless family and travel videos.
Pass if your area restricts drones or you want pro aerial shots.
What we looked at: DJI’s Amazon listing and Engadget’s review of the Neo 2.
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