Customer Ratings & Reviews

I took out for a test flight at a nearby park. My first battery did well, I returned to home and replaced battery for a second flight. During this second flight, the battery showed low battery and auto return to home. I let the avata return on its own but it never made it back and once battery was critical, it didnt let me take control. Avata crash landed about a mile away and was damaged. Now getting a downward sensor error ao I sent in for repairs. I hope DJI doesnt claim I caused the crash. Well see what they say, but ive only had my avata for a week and its already on its way for repairs. Bottom line is it needs longer battery life, to allow a safe return to home

If you crash it, it will not be broken just dents, and easy to use

The Avata is a drone that every drone enthusiast needs in their collection. The FPV goggles makes it feel like I’m in a fighter pilot cockpit. While the Avata is definitely up there in the fun factor, it’s not for the faint of heart or first time drone operators as there is zero crash avoidance systems. Pros: * Super fun to fly * Easy learning curve and intuitive controls * FPV Goggles high def and adjustable optics Cons: * Battery life is 15m or less * No carrying case * Memory card slot is poorly planned location * Phone hard connection is required for Remote ID * NO Crash sensors This “Pro-View Combo” may sound confusing but its essentially last year’s Avata packaged with the the latest Motion controller 2 and with the new DJI Goggles 2. The actual drone itself has left unchanged from its first release. The Motion Controller 2 is a great update as it now includes a “backward” trigger so you’re not limited to just flying forward. The other note worthy update is the inclusion of the thumb joystick so you can fly straight up or strafe left/right with more precision. The Goggles 2 update is a huge improvement over the older “Integration” model. The most notable update is the adjustable diopters so you can fully adjust the lenses for a super clear and sharp image no matter how bad your vision is. The DJI Mavic 3 has been the gold standard in drones. The Avata serves a totally different purpose. If you’re looking for aerial photography or smart drone tech like follow and tracking modes, this Avata isn’t it. The camera sensor isn’t the largest for good photography but the video is great but limited to only 1 axis gimbal. The Avata is small with zero crash sensors. Any light wind will make stationary hovers a challenge. What the Avata is for is for those wanting to fly a drone low to the ground and zipping in, around and under things. The Avata is an excellent addition to your drone collection but shouldn’t be your first or only drone. Out of the box, you will need to charge the battery and link all 3 components to each other. The included paper manual or phone app walks you through the process. Be prepared to have a bunch of updates that you will need to download and load via the app. Once you link the drone to the app and do all the necessary updates, the new USA rules requires your phone to be physically tethered to your goggles for the Remote ID to work. Just another cord that’s dangling off your goggles along with the cord to the goggles battery. The goggles battery can easily run 3 drone sessions before needing a charge. The drone battery has been averaging 15 minutes of run time for me so I would suggest picking up more batteries to keep you out in the field. Once you have your googles dialed in to your eye sight, the picture is phenomenal and the most immersive experience similar to VR. The touchpad to navigate all the menus is tricky to master. I would have preferred a physical d-pad than the touchy touchpad. The fun part of the Avata is the ability to use the Motion 2 controller. It’s essentially like a control stick found in an airplane. The learning curve is super easy. Aim down to dive, pull up to climb and left and right to bank. The motion controller is what makes this drone super fun to use. Sometimes I just fly around without even recording to just fly as it’s that much fun. I don’t see myself ever needing to add the traditional RC controller to the Avata. Somethings that keeps the Avata from being perfect are the following: The memory card slot is inconveniently located in the prop-well. The battery life is abysmal. No proximity sensors so be prepared to crash and crash a lot. I wish the goggles battery was attached to the googles itself so I don’t have a corded battery. And I also wish you didn’t need to have your phone physically tethered to your goggles. Why can’t the “Remote ID” be blue toothed or WiFi to your phone? In summary, this Avata has been a blast to use and I do feel like I’m a fighter jet pilot with the maneuvers you can pull off with the Motion 2 controller. FPV drone is a class in itself and wouldn’t replace my traditional Mavic 3. I find myself just wanting to pilot around for the joy of flying in a way a traditional drone couldn’t. But be warned that you will probably crash a fair share of times and the 2 extra props that the kit includes is not nearly enough.

This is a very good product. But I. Would prefer to get the integra goggles or the v2

Definitely worth upgrading from the avata 1 in all aspects.

This is the first drone I’ve owned, along with being the first drone I’ve tried with First Person View (FPV) goggles. I was a little worried about motion sickness with the goggles and motion controller, as I’ve experienced it with other similar headset devices. BUT after a quick test with the quality control, as in the girlfriend, the DJI Avata Pro-View Combo Drone with Motion Controller kit has passed that test with flying colors. So much so, that the next date day is another flight test once the second battery arrives! Pros - Controller is intuitive. - Comfortable to fly. - Quick and small, great for urban or indoor use. Cons: - Motion controller limits drone motion. - Battery life is suboptimal. - The ports on the drone. Come on! Before buying a drone, it would make sense to take the recreational certificate course for Drone operation from the FAA. This is required to legally operate any drone and will give you a good overview of what to expect while flying. Additionally, before your first flight ensure that you take action to follow all legal and regulatory requirements which might involve registering, labeling, and announcing your flight. Setup was a bit complicated. In the USA it requires you to take completion of a recreational drone certification, which is a short test on drone flight safety and regulations. Then registration of your drone with the FAA for a small fee. After that, unfortunately for android users, you must install the DJI Fly App from a download outside the Play Store which requires you to disable advance security if you have it enabled. For most people, this won’t cause any issue but for anyone with Advanced Protect on their Google account, you will need to be disabled before you can proceed. After those hoops, it’s straight forward. This was super easy to fly, like anyone can get the hang of it in a few flights. It takes only a few mins to get a grasp of the actual motion controls then you’re zooming around. The only challenge I had was recording, as there are two ways to record: the drone & the goggles! I didn’t realize the goggles also did a separate recording, which includes the overlays in the goggles. My first flight didn’t get recorded correctly because I forgot the SD Card in the Drone. But for good reason as the placement is in the worst possible place. The USB-C and MicroSD card for the drone are in one of the rotators of the drone. Not only is this difficult to open, it’s near impossible to connect a USB too. Hopefully you have a short USB plug head, otherwise you will run the risk of damaging a blade. DJI does offer software for “virtual flight training” which allows you to plug in the controller to a PC and practice flying through scenarios and free flight options. I haven’t tried it yet but am planning to download it during this next weekend to practice flying some more. The main reason this is a huge plus is the short battery life of the drone. My first flight managed 20 mins with 8 mins of that time on the ground fiddling with settings and swapping operators. 12 mins of flight time left us with 25% battery life. I’ll be doing more flight tests once the second battery arrives. According to other reviews of similar drones, this isn’t bad for a FPV drone, but you will want or need multiple batteries if you want to enjoy more than a few mins of flight time per flight. The included battery charges quite quickly, I was able to charge to full from 25% in under an hour. If you have at least 5 batteries, you could possibly fly for many hours if you charge while flying with the other batteries. This is a drone that really does need the fly more kit, which provides 2 more batteries and a charger that charges up to 4 batteries in sequence. That will be the next big purchase. This is by and far a beginner’s drone. The included controller is intuitive for flight control and great for first time users. Unfortunately, it also limits the tops speed and maneuverability of the drone. The top speed is reduced to 8m/s in normal mode and 14m/s in sport mode, though if you get the other compatible controller not included in this kit the drone tops out at 27m/a in manual mode. But the point of this kit is the goggles and motion controller which makes it easier to fly. The camera and flight experience with the goggles is amazingly smooth, there is little lag or jitter in the video feed. Additionally, the controller responds very quickly, I was able to navigate through the branches of the street while keeping the done in complete control even with slight winds. I was completely impressed with how responsive the controller was, as I am more familiar with the dual joystick types, the Motion Controller was pleasantly simple and responsive. The goggles were very comfortable, they did not feel stuffy or overly heavy, I was aware the goggles were on, but it felt natural. It was actually more comfortable than staring down at a screen, as I was able to relax while looking forward. Overall, I would recommend the DJI Avata Pro-View Combo Drone with Motion Controller kit for those new to drone operation, who want something they can pick up and go, particularly if you will be using this with an Iphone. Android users have a few more hoops to jump through, but they are worth it if you can grab an old phone. I’ve already ordered another battery and case, and I’m planning a day out flying in the near future. 10 out of 10, would get this again, girlfriend approved.

The DJI Avata is almost a perfect first-person view drone with a few drawbacks. Pros: • Unboxing – Everything is nicely packed inside two boxes, well protected, and easy to find. • Setup – Setup is not difficult but can be time consuming depending on how familiar you are with DJI devices and drones in general. DJI has a tutorial video for the Avata on their support website which gives a nice overview of the drone and is just over 12 minutes long. I highly recommend watching this to become familiar with your drone. It includes topics such as what is included in the box, FPV Goggles V2, motion controller, charging and powering on, activation, connection and firmware update, pre-flight preparation, first use, flight modes, and returning home. If you do not own several USB-C cables I would recommend buying an additional 2-3 to make sure you have enough to charge the various components. Prior to turning on the drone to activate and update firmware, charge the drone battery on the provided dock (must remove from the drone), the battery for the FPV googles, and the motion controller. The firmware updates can take a while and you don’t want the drone to run out of battery mid update. Download the DJI Fly App and follow the instructions to connect, activate, and update the drone. Side note, if this is your first drone, you are accident prone, or want peace of mind, I would also recommend buying the DJI Care Refresh Warranty because it doesn’t take much of an accident to destroy the drone and the warranty provides fantastic coverage. For the price of this drone, it is completely worth it. Once everything is updated and connected it’s time to fly…almost. Make sure you have registered the drone per the FAA rules if you are in the United States and take The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). You will need to provide a copy of the certificate to law enforcement if requested. • Immersion – The FPV Googles V2 provides a gorgeous picture and immersive flight experience. The screens are dual 1080p micro-OLED screens with a refresh rate up to 100 Hz. The googles are ultra-portable, lightweight, and have great signal. They are highly adjustable with diopter adjust from +2.0 D to -8.0 D. The tutorial included during the setup of the FPV googles helps you get the perfect viewing experience. I prefer the experience of FPV vs the standard phone screen attached to a controller. • Motion controller – I like the motion controller over the standard controller because I feel like I am flying with a handheld joystick. It is ergonomic and lightweight. The motions are ultra responsive. If you feel like you need some extra practice in a low-risk environment, you can fly in the DJI virtual flight app to get more familiar with the flight controls. • 4K stabilized video – The video quality from this drone is outstanding for its small form factor. It offers a 1/1.7 inch CMOS sensor with 4k/60 fps video and ultra-wide-angle recording up to 155 degrees. I purchased a 256 GB microSD to make sure I could make the most out of recording. It also features RockSteady 2.0 which reduces camera shake in real time as well as HorizonSteady which locks footage to a stable level horizon. These features are very impressive and make this drone stand out from the competition. I look forward to seeing its full potential as I continue to fly and record. • Portable – It has a small form factor and is lightweight making it easy to travel with. • Solid build construction with safety features – It is made from lightweight but solid plastic with built in propeller guards. One of my biggest complaints with my other drones is how easily the propellers can become damaged which often results in a catastrophic crash. It is nice this drone includes propeller protection. It also includes downward sensors on the bottom of the drone for low altitude flight to detect potential hazards and for easy landing. • HD low-latency transmission – The video transmission to the Googles V2 is crisp and without any latency. It can transmit 1080p video up to 100 fps at a max distance of 10 km. Cons: • Battery life – The battery life in standard mode lasts approximately 10 minutes and in sport mode less than 5 minutes. I wish more than 1 battery was included for the price of the drone because the Fly More Kit is quite expensive and charging takes 45 min to 1 hour. • USB-C and microSD access on drone – The location of these are very difficult to access being between the propeller and the body of the drone. It would be nice if they included a 90-degree USB-C adapter. Overall, I think this combo is excellent and provides a truly immersive flight experience. I would recommend this drone to both new people entering the hobby and veteran drone pilots.

As an owner of a couple DJI cinematic drones, I was excited to get my hands on the DJI Avata FPV drone. The exact setup is the DJI Avata Pro-View Combo and it includes the Avata drone, DJI Goggles 2 and the DJI RC Motion 2 controller. Everything needed to fly the drone in FPV mode. There’s also a single battery, USB-C cabling, spare parts, etc. Setup – Once unboxed, there is a QR code that leads to a configuration and first time flying instructional video. Even as a DJI drone owner, the video Is helpful in understanding setup and using the goggles and motion controller, which are both new to me. I fully charged all three of the major components and began the setup process which took about 35 minutes to complete…including a firmware update. Even as a previous DJI owner, at the onset, the setup process can seem a bit daunting but it’s really just connected all the components together and registering on the DJI site. Operation – First impressions…WOW! Having never flown with goggles, I was a bit nervous to give it a go. Along with my wife, as spotter, I was up and flying and within minutes I couldn’t believe how immersive the flight experience was. Wearing the goggles is a weird sensation at first but it really makes the user trust in the drone and the Motion 2 controller. Having only flown traditional DJI remotes, the Motion 2 is a completely different approach, and it’s fantastic! Simply turn your wrist to the side or forward and back and the Avata tracks the motion. The trigger provides forward and backwards thrust and there’s also a brake and altitude knob all within thumb’s range. I may never go back to the standard controller. Although if desired, the DJI FPV Remote Controller 2 can be used for manually flying the Avata and opening up more aerobatic capabilities. Takeoff and landing is similar to traditional drones/controllers so nothing new to learn there. With the use of DJI’s O3+ video transmission and 2T2R omnidirectional antennas on the goggles, the level of latency between drone and goggles is almost non-existent. This is super important in keeping control of the Avata at high speeds and in quick maneuvers. With the FPV immersion really stealing the show, it’s easy to overlook the incredible camera the Avata uses that shoots in 4K and with the use of both RockSteady and HorizonSteady video output is smooth as silk! The camera is not on a tradition gimble, as the Avata itself provides the incredible angles captured while flying. There is a gimble control for vertical adjustment of the camera depending on flight speeds and shooting preference. What’s even more impressive is the size of the Avata (and the goggles and motion control) given all of the features that are packed into it. This drone is compact and easily fits in a standard sized backpack for carry case. I’ve thrown all the components in my backpack with room to spare. It’s also built to be flown hard, and withstands collisions and crashes well unlike other drones. The prop guards, sturdy build and lack of a true camera gimbal provide a drone that is meant to be flown and enjoyed! I’ve only had one collision with a soft-sided cover it garage and the Avata never skipped a beat! There are downward-facing sensors (only) and an Emergency Brake button to assist in flying in tight spots. Pros: - Easy to set up and get flying - Immersive flying with the DJI Goggles 2 and Motion 2 controller - 4K filming and RockSteady and HorizonSteady for incredible video output - Long list of fail safes to protect the drone and surroundings - Version 2 of the goggles are much smaller than previous models and are comfortable to wear - Great size for traveling - Can be combined with other controllers and goggles Cons: - Because of the prop guards, the Avata does not excel in high winds - Placement of the USB-C/SD card port in rotors is difficult to access Overall, the DJI Avata Pro-View Combo drone kit is an incredible setup for any beginner or advanced drone pilot. It’s easy to fly with the Motion 2 controller and the immersion experience with Goggles 2 is tough to beat. For the more advanced pilot that wants to fly manually, the option to use the DJI FPV Remote Controller 2 is available as an upgrade. I have already bought the Avata Fly More Kit as flight time is only about 10-15 minutes per battery. This was a change considering the flight times on my Mavic 3, but it’s so worth the immersive flying experience of the Avata! I would recommend this drone to anyone looking to get into flying or adding to their drone quiver.

Let me begin with just Wow! I have used a few other drones in the past, even a couple from DJI. Those others one had me mount a tablet or phone to the traditional controller to be able to pilot the drone. That is a great experience, but the Motion controller and Goggles take the experience to another level. The initial unboxing was straight forward, although when I first received the box, I thought it was missing something. The box seemed too small to contain the drone, goggles, and controller, but everything was in there. The goggles and motion controller come in one box, and the Avata drone come in another.You get all the cables, batteries, and some spare blades for the drone. The goggles use an external batter back that you need to attach with a cable (all included). You will also need to have the goggles connected to your mobile device with the app launched in order to get the drone in the air. This was a little annoying at first, but after using it for a while it wasn’t so bad. On the plus side is that whoever is with you can use the mobiel device to see what you are doing with the drone. I do have to admit that the initial setup of pairing everything together was a bit of a pain. I tried following all the instructions and watched the setup tutorial video, but I couldn’t get the Avata drone connected to the controller and goggles. I ended up connecting the drone to my PC and installing the new firmware, and that ended up doing the trick. So if you are having difficulty as well maybe connect to a PC and update the firmware. Using the goggles and motion controller makes piloting the drone experience amazing. At first it felt a little weird, and I had to go slow leaving it on Normal mode. After a few minutes I felt confident and clicked it over to Sport mode. It’s so great using the goggles, and the motion controller makes it so easy to pilot.You get all the information you need in the HUD on the goggles, and I love that when the drone gets too far from you, you get an orange border around the HUD to let you know that your connection is weak. I let my son try using the drone with some supervision in our yard, and he took right to it. They play quite a bit of VR games so that might’ve made it easier for him to utilize. He loved it and kept asking if he could fly some more. Honestly, this past my expectations and the experience was great. The videos and photos we have captured with it looks amazing, but to me the best part is the immersion you get by using the goggles and motion controller. Just remember you will need to have a mobile device connected to the goggles to take off. You can also add a microSD card to the drone if the onboard memory is not enough, but so far it has been plenty for me.

The Avata is a great little sub 250g FPV drone. With the motion 2 controller, anyone can pick up this drone and use it. The Pro-View combo comes with the Avata, one battery, one Motion 2 controller, and the DJI Goggles 2. Unbox it, charge the batteries of the goggles, controller, and drone, then use the DJI Fly app to register and update everything then you are ready to go. The Avata has very much a lightweight plastic feel to most of it. This is because DJI intended for this drone to weigh less than 250g. It is certainly lightweight. Shaving of weight though means lightweight plastic and smaller battery. If you get the Avata you should consider picking up the Avata Fly More Kit as the battery life is ok, but not great with the small battery. The extra batteries in the Fly More Kit should provide you with plenty of flight time. The camera on the Avata is surprisingly good. For something so small and lightweight you might not expect the camera to be very capable, but it is indeed a very good capable camera. I was surprised at the quality of video and photos I was able to get out of it. There is an issue with the location of the Avata's USB-C and micro-SD card slot placement. It's difficult to get to it as it is located inside of one of the prop guards. It's not easy to open the cover and not easy to insert/remove your micro-SD card. The Motion 2 controller will be helpful to many who are new to FPV drones. For those who are already familiar with flying FPV drones, you will want to get the standard controller for Avata. The Motion 2 will enable those new to FPV drones to run the Avata out of the box with ease. Getting used to the Motion 2 didn't take long. It's simple to use, has an emergency stop button and comes with a joystick built in to control two aspects of movement for the Avata. You can't get much simpler than what DJI has with the Motion 2. I would say that it is good for normal mode, but not all that good for manual mode. If you intend to use manual mode, then get the FPV Remote Controller 2. Binding the Motion 2 to the Avata/Goggles 2 is simple and for me worked the first time around. Good job on the motion controller DJI! The Avata Pro-View combo comes with the Goggles 2. I highly recommend them. It gives you a first person view experience which is a fun experience. Video transmission is clear and you can control options through the goggles. I wear glasses and I'm able to use the goggles without wearing my glasses since DJI added in focus adjustments to the lenses inside the goggles. The only focusing issue I have with them is that towards the outer edges of the display, things are a little distorted. I don't believe that's not due to an issue with the screen itself, but with who the lenses are positioned, but maybe that just me. 90 percent of the view is clear, it's just the outer edges that look a little distorted. The 90 percent is clear, so if I need to bring the outer edge on one side or the other, I can physically shift the goggles a little with my hand and it brings into focus the outer edge. The majority of what I need to see is completely clear and in focus, so I didn't find that I needed to move the goggles during flights, it was just once or twice in pre-flight when checking the menu. Others may or may not experience this, but I'm mentioning it since this was what I experienced. The weight of the goggles isn't a problem. I didn't fell they were too heavy to wear during any flight. Nice work on the Goggles 2 DJI. The Avata is a great starter FPV drone for those wanting to get into this. For those who are already into FPV drones, you'll have a capable FPV drone here when used in manual mode. Just remember that you will do well to get the FPV Remote Controller 2 if you intend to use manual mode. I'm impressed with what DJI has been able to due with the Avata while keeping the weight below 250g, not to mention what they have done with the Goggles 2. If you are looking for an FPV drone, consider the DJI Avata. I don't think you'll be disappointed. I'm very happy with it so far and I think DJI has done a good job with the Avata, Goggles 2, and Motion 2 controller.

What an experience! This is my second DJI drone - the first being a DJI Mini 3 Pro with a DJI RC screen-based controller. Unboxing the DJI Avata was a really nice experience in itself. The packaging is great quality and so are the look and feel of the drone, goggles and controller that you open up inside. Unpacking everything, there is a little charge in the batteries, but in order to experience everything you have to charge them all up to full capacity, as there is quite a set up the first time you turn on the units. One thing to note is that this drone is required to be registered with the FAA, it is over the 250g weight limit, and also has to have Remote ID active (which I'll come to later). Setting up the DJI Avata is a little more complicated than the Mini 3 Pro, as you have an extra piece of equipment to set up - the Goggles 2. Open up the DJI Fly app and it intuitively walks you through everything you need to get it all set up. This is crucial, as there are several steps. I was having some challenges with the Goggles 2, I was able to power them on, I could hear the fans blowing to cool them down, I could use the touch pad, and when I did, what was supposed to be viewed on the Goggles, was displayed on my iPhone, and not the Goggles. I went back and forth trying to set them up, went through two battery cycles on the Goggles in fact trying to get them to work, but unfortunately, they were DOA (dead on arrival). Reached out to DJI customer support and they were incredible. Sent me a return label the same day, I shipped it back same day, they received it the following day and confirmed the following day that the Goggles were in fact DOA. However, in my haste to return the Avata Pro-View Combo, I forgot to take out the 2x 128GB memory cards that I had put in them while setting them up. 2 days later, my brand new DJI Avata Pro-View Combo arrived and as I opened the brown box, neatly and securely on top of the brand new and sealed package, were my 2x 128GB memory cards in a clear envelope. I got chills. Customer service like this is unheard of, and was incredibly impressed! I opened up the new set, charged all the batteries and set it all up in the DJI Fly app. This time, everything worked as it should, Goggles powered up and I could configure them. Everything was ready to go. Now, I mentioned Remote ID earlier on - the FAA has now mandated that the Remote ID signal must be active when flying, and to do that, you have to have your phone tethered to your Goggles 2 as well. So now you have not one cable hanging down to your pocket in the form of the battery, but you have to have another cord attached to your phone, with the DJI Fly app running on your phone while you fly. This is pretty cumbersome. DJI provides a connector adapter cable from USB C to USB A to then plug your iPhone cable (in my case) into. I chose to purchase an additional USB C to lightning coiled cable, to make it as unobtrusive as possible. You technically cannot fly without the Remote ID active - you will see a Remote ID error on screen in your Goggles otherwise. Also - remember to take off the gimbal cover when you fly, otherwise you'll get a overload warning on the motor for your gimbal. On my Mini 3 Pro, I purchased a separate gimbal cover that covers the whole front end, so you HAVE to take it off to get the propellers out. I will have to look for a similar type of cover, as the Avata cover is quite small. On to flying - what an incredible experience! With this being an expensive drone, I was wanting to be careful with it right out of the gate. Well, that nervousness went away in about 3 mins of flying. This is such a different flying experience to using the DJI RC screen controller. Using the joystick (Motion Controller 2) and the Goggles 2 really makes you feel like you are a tiny person inside the drone! You feel part of the drone, and the controller is incredibly intuitive. And it stops on a dime! I was initially just doing slow, low level flights in my back yard, but got faster and faster, and boy does this drone have some pace! Then I got to maneuvering in tighter and tighter spaces. It really is a fun experience, pretty exhilarating too! Flying higher and higher above the house, I found some limitations compared to the Mini 3 Pro. The gimbal on the camera doesn't move side to side, just forward and back. So as I got higher, not only did the drone move side to side without stabilization, the camera also moved side to side with the drone, so all footage had that motion to it and I also got a 'high winds' warning in the Goggles display. Unfortunately we've had a lot of high winds recently, hence me being confined to my back yard, and low level flights! The flight time on the Avata is about 15-18 mins. I saw 16 mins before I had to land it after some spirited speed runs. As you can see in the pictures, I had previously purchased a landing pad, which makes it easier to take off and land on grass without gumming up the blades with grass and debris. The Goggles battery and the Motion controller battery don't need to be charged up each time, their battery lasts a lot longer, but it doesn't hurt to keep them charged up. I will be purchasing the fly more kit for the Avata, as it really is a fun experience! Now, my overall thought of the DJI Avata Pro-View is this: This drone has been designed for fast paced, exciting footage in tight spaces, with a fully immersive control system that makes you feel part of the action. It doesn't have all round collision avoidance (but thankfully I haven't crashed it) it has sensors on the bottom and warns you of low level flying, but that's it, outside of that, you are on your own. Something like the DJI Mini 3 Pro is geared more for cinematic footage, a slower paced style of motion capture. They both have their place. But the place that the Avata is, is truly exciting, I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience of flying the Avata, and that's what it is, an experience! You are part of the action. You feel like you are there inside the drone. Absolutely love it! And coupled with that exceptionally outstanding customer service, way to go DJI! Couldn't ask for better! And to that end, I have also purchased the DJI Flyaway Insurance that they offer on both of my drones for that extra peace of mind. Overall, an incredible experience and I am so glad to have options of how I want to fly now. Being part of the experience is so exhilarating!

This is my second Drone. My first drone was a Mavic Pro. This drone has been quite interesting. At first it seemed intimidating to set up as the process was slightly different than what I am used to. The package contained the DJI Avata Drone, Goggles 2 and the RC Motion 2 controller. When you open up the package, you’ll see an instructional card with a QR code. Upon scanning the code, a website opens up with an instructional video. The video is 16 minutes long but necessary as it provides very useful installation and operating instructions. After watching the video, you’ll need to download the DJs Fly app and set up an account if you don’t have one. Once you set up your account, you’ll have the option of purchasing an extended warranty. Before setting up the drone, you’ll need to register with the FAA which only takes a few minutes and costs $5. Once you register the drone, the first thing you’ll want to do is charge up the batteries as they do not come fully charged. There is a detachable battery for the drone, another detachable battery for the Goggles 2 and the RC motion has an internal battery. They all need to be charged up. The package only comes with one USB C to USB C cable, which you’ll need to charge each battery separately. I wished this drone would have come with at least 2 USB-C to USB-C cables as charging can take some time. Also, there is no charging block included so you’ll need a USB-C charging block. After charging all batteries and turning on the drone, you’ll need to install several updates. In order to install the updates, you’ll need your cellphone. This drone is compatible with iOS and Android. In total, it took me about 45 minutes to download and install all the updates available. The updates were installed over the air but you do have the option of connecting the controller directly to a computer which I imagine will decrease the installation time. Keep in mind that you cannot fly the drone without installing all and any available updates. After installing the updates, the last step is calibrating the Goggles 2. Follow instructions by placing the goggles in the orientation shown on the display. Just when you think it’s time to fly, you need to make sure your phone is connected to the goggles in order for the drone to transmit a remote identification. Per the FAA, remote identification is required. This is annoying in my opinion because it requires your phone to be connected to the Goggles 2 prior to taking off. The drone will note take off if there is a remote identification error. The next annoying part is that while your phone is connected you also have to have the DJI Fly opened up. Since you are required to have the Goggles 2 on to be able to see and fly the drone, this means that you have to leave your phone open and carefully place it in your pocket so that you do not accidentally close the DJI Fly app. I hope they can do a software update in the future where it does not require the phone to stay open with the DJI Fly app. Instead, the software should let you fly with the DJI Fly app running in the background. Once you begin flying the drone, it feels different flying with the RC Motion controller but it is quite easy to get the hang of it. The downside of flying with the Goggles 2 is that you lose awareness of your surroundings. Because of this, DJI recommends a second person to be with you while flying the drone. So far, this drone has been fun to fly. I’ve flown it in the park and have also flown it inside the house. One thing to mention is that it is quite loud. When the propellers start up, they are noticeable because again they are pretty loud. The drone along with the Goggles 2 and the RC Motion controller have great build quality. I like that the drone propellers are covered so if you do encounter an obstacle, they won’t break as easily, unlike my previous drone’s propellers which were unprotected. The drone has a fantastic 4K 60 FPS camera that shoots great quality videos and photos. The drone also has a protective cover on the camera which you should put on when the drone is not in use. The internal memory capacity is 20GB. On the drone itself, there is a USB-C port and a MicroSD card slot. The downside of these ports is that they are a bit difficult to get to because of their location. I wished DJI had placed these ports elsewhere. If you have big fingers, it may be a challenge. The drone also has sensors on the bottom to know the distance from the floor or an object. You can tell it is a high quality drone. DJI never disappoints. The Goggles 2 are great but there is a flaw. On the side, there Is a touchpad to access the menu and change settings. Sometimes it is not very responsive. You have the option to swipe up, down, left, right but at times it may not do what you requested it to do. The screen inside the Goggles 2 is nice. It's a micro OLED with a resolution of 1080p at 100hz. You can adjust each eye separately by adjusting two individual knobs below each eye. Unfortunately, you won’t get a perfectly clear image through the Goggles 2 however, when you transfer the video or picture to a computer, it is perfectly clear. I have used the goggles with contacts and without contacts. It is possible to use them without contacts or glasses because of the ability to adjust the view with the knobs. Keep in mind that you cannot use the Goggles 2 and wear glasses simultaneously. I have never been dizzy or have had motion sickness with these Goggles. The RC motion controller is a game changer. It is quite responsive and it makes you feel like you are playing a game. This is what you’ll use to control and fly the drone. Each button is made with great build quality. The throttle to move forward and backwards is very responsive. Overall this is a great and fun drone to fly. You can get approximately 20 mins of flight time on the drone. The battery on the controllers and Goggles 2 last longer than the drone batteries. So you can probably fly 2-3 times before you need to charge them. I am enjoying this drone and can wait to make a full video. I like the fact that I can fly this drone indoors as I can see a great video in the making at a friends gathering. In the box you get the drone, Goggle 2, RC motion remote, two batteries, USB C cable, USB C adapter, screen protector, goggle power cable, lanyard, and manual.

I will start this review off by saying that I am new to the world of drones. I have basically zero prior experience with drones, so that is the perspective I will be coming from with my review. The DJI Avata Pro-View Combo Drone with Motion Controller is a great combo. It includes the Avata drone, RC Motion Controller, and Goggles 2 FPV goggles. It also includes all cords, adapters, and batteries needed to get everything charged and connected as well as a couple of replacement blades and a screwdriver. When I first opened everything up and started going through it all, I won’t lie, it was all a bit intimidating and overwhelming. But I just watched the tutorial videos a couple of times and eventually felt confident enough for my first flight. After a few flights, it really is incredibly easy and fun to fly. A few things I will mention that stood out to me during the whole process. First, on a full charge, you will only get about 15 minutes of flight time, so I definitely see myself purchasing some extra batteries in the future. Second, there’s a new law about Remote ID that needs to be on all drones over .55lbs, which includes the Avata. The way DJI handled this requirement is that you must connect your phone to the goggles so that it may obtain your GPS signal. If you don’t do this, you cannot take off. This of course introduces problems if your phone is unable to obtain a GPS signal, such as in a remote area, or indoors, or a handful of other scenarios. It’s quite disappointing, especially since the rule is an FAA rule, and doesn’t even apply indoors. Yet there is no workaround or exception. Luckily, everywhere I tested it I was able to get a signal and fly with no problem. All of my flights were notably outdoors however. So I mentioned that you must connect your phone to the goggles. Something else that seemed odd to me was that you also do this with the goggles battery. So you have this cord from the goggles down to the battery which I assume you’re just supposed to plop in your pocket or something. So that in addition to the phone, and you are tethered to two separate devices. It’s just a bit awkward and I don’t know why they didn’t build the battery into the goggles or allow a wireless connection to your phone. Just seems like a missed opportunity. After a handful of flights, I am pretty confident flying around now and was having a blast with it. The motion controller is a bit awkward and unintuitive to use at first, but the more I have used it, the easier it has become. I’m not certain I would choose this over a traditional RC remote, but it works perfectly well. The main thing is I think that a traditional remote would be a bit more accurate. The thing I noticed myself doing most of the time was either nosing down or up when I didn’t want to simply because I couldn’t tell if I was holding the remote perfectly vertical. As far as taking pictures and videos, the camera on this drone is very nice and offers you lots of control. I didn’t get to test out too much of the camera control, but it looks like it gives you lots of manual adjustments such as shutter speed, iso, white balance, etc. I just stuck to auto mode and was able to get some great pictures and videos. But it’s nice to know the options are there for when I want to branch out. One thing I didn’t care for though was the placement of the sd card slot. It is right where one of the prop blades is located and is a bit difficult to get the card in and out. You can connect the USB cord instead of removing the card every time, but the USB port is right next to the card slot. Lastly, I noticed the goggles have an SD card slot, so I thought great, I can just use this instead of the slot on the drone. However, if you use the goggles’ card slot, all of your videos and pictures will have the goggles’ HUD information overlaid. So the only way to get the pure video is using the card slot on the drone. It’s just a bit inconvenient and I really wish they had picked a different spot. Overall, as a beginner, this drone combo was a bit intimidating and complex at first. But after a few flights, things kept getting easier and easier, and the more I learn about drones, the more I appreciate all the things DJI does to make flying as relatively easy as it is with the Avata, Goggles, and RC Motion controller.

Recently purchased the DJI Avata Pro-View Combo from Best Buy and I've had a good amount of time to test it out. Here’s my take: Setup: The initial setup is straightforward, although the firmware update process is somewhat lengthy. Once you get past that, it’s pretty smooth sailing. Flight Experience: For someone new to FPV drones, the DJI Avata offers a very enjoyable flying experience. It's user-friendly and makes the transition into drone flying less intimidating. RC Motion 2 Control: This feature is a standout, particularly for beginners. It's intuitive, making the control of the drone feel natural and easy to grasp. The learning curve is minimal, which is a big plus. Head Tracking Feature: The head tracking function, where the drone follows the direction of your gaze, adds an engaging aspect to the flying experience. It's quite a unique feature that enhances the overall immersion. Battery Life: The battery life is a bit limited, which is somewhat expected with FPV drones. While it performs well for its category, a longer flight time would be beneficial. Goggles: The goggles offer a clear and immersive view but have a small ergonomic issue. They tend to touch the eyelashes, causing smears on the lenses. A design adjustment or additional padding could resolve this. Overall: The DJI Avata Pro-View Combo is a solid choice for those starting out with FPV drones. It balances ease of use with immersive flying features. Despite the shorter battery life and minor goggle design issue, it's a worthwhile investment for drone enthusiasts looking to explore FPV flying.

This is my first drone. I was a bit hesitant to pull the trigger as I knew a lot had to go into it. Such as registering my Drone with the FAA, passing TRUST, getting authorization each time I fly in controlled airspaces, and the rules and regulations associated with drones. On top of learning a new product and mastering those skills. But honestly, the process was SO MUCH EASIER than I thought it was going to be. The FAA website is helpful in giving you all the information you need. Registering the drone took like 5 minutes. Passing the TRUST Certification took about 30 minutes (between learning, reading, taking the test, saving the documentation, and putting it on my phone). DJI has a lot of beginner videos which explain all the aspects of the drone, how to get it turned on, the different parts synced, and working. Overall, this was a lot simpler than I thought it was going to be and I’m VERY happy I decided to take the plunge. As flying this thing around is an absolute blast. The drone is made up of quality lightweight plastic allowing it to take some hits without breaking. When you first setup the device it gives you the option to sign-up for a one- or two-year warranty that will replace your drone if you do break it. On the front of the device, you have a small cover over the 4k60fps camera to keep it in place and protected during travel that you remove before flying that allows it to move up and down. It has 155 degrees of view. The RockSteady 2.0 keeps everything extremely level while flying and I didn’t experience any motion sickness. You then have your RemoteID and light behind it. Then the battery itself which is removeable. The propellors themselves are covered during flight which makes them a lot harder to break. It comes with a single replaceable blade. Inside one of these propellors is the USB-C port to connect it to the computer for updates (which can also be done over the air through the app), or take the 20 GB (I think) of internal storage and transfer it to your computer. Along with a microSD card slot (which is not included). On the bottom it has permanent landing gear along with another camera to monitors how close or far you are from the ground when flying. Overall, build quality is excellent. Charge time is about an hour. The Fly More Kit is crazy expensive. The FPV Goggle 2 are great. Again, great build quality and lightweight. But is the most complicated part. Starting from the front you have two antenna’s that flip up for better signal and to keep more compact during travel. On the back you have a protective covering over the two high quality lens that just pops on and off. On the bottom you have two knobs that have multiple adjustments. First if you press up and twist it will unlock/lock them. You can twist them right/left to get things in focus (diopter adjustment – 8.0 to + 2.0 D). Along with moving them laterally to move the lens into a single plane of vision. Kind of like high tech binoculars. The peripherals are a bit blurry but is to be expected. They are incredibly clear and a pleasure to look at (1080p micro-OLED 100Hz) On the right side bottom, you have a DC port, which leads to a USB-C male port with a latch to keep the battery attached which I usually put in a pocket. Then you have a USB-C female port right next to that which plugs into a USB-C male to USB-A Female port that you’ll plug in your phone cord to attach to your cell phone. On the right side you also have a touch pad. Most touchpads are terrible. This one is incredibly responsive. The controls/gestures are intuitive, and it is very easy to locate. Last you have the adjustable strap which is comfortable. As you have a soft malleable rubber that provides padding and blocks out light from coming in. They say it can be used with glasses. But I’m not sure how. Also, isn’t made for astigmatism. Which I have. When I don’t have my contacts in the image is never fully clear due to my condition. But with contacts it isn’t an issue. Last, you have the RC Motion Remote 2. I’ve heard a lot of complaints that it comes with this guy over an actual remote. However, I’m a big fan of it as it is shockingly responsive and intuitive to use. Perhaps that is my video game skills transferring to a real-life aspect as I had no issues developing the skills needed to fly around with competency. But to go over it quickly. On the top you have your lock button, just below that the mode button, and then the joystick to the right. Near your thumb you have a dial to help you quickly choose the different video settings when flying. Along with a recording button. None of those buttons feel particularly great. But are solid enough and do their job well. Last you have your trigger which can move backwards to accelerate or forwards to reverse. It is extremely responsive. On the bottom you have a cover for the USB-C port. Along with a place to put a lanyard. Unfortunately, this remote has yet to be supported on the DJI Virtual Flight App so you can’t practice the controls before trying it in real life. To get ready for a flight you need quite a lot of things. 1. The drone, 2. The drone’s battery, 3. The FPV googles, 4. The FPV googles power cable, 5. The FPV battery, 6. The USB-C cord adapter + cord to plug into your phone, 7. The RC Motion Remote 2. Also, need to make sure all three batteries are charged (Remote, Goggles, Drone). The Remote and Goggles don’t need to be recharged each time unlike the drone battery. I start by first authorizing my flight through an app to ensure I can fly in authorized airspace. Which takes less than 30 seconds. Then I power on my drone, take off the protective lens over the googles, and power them on. Then the remote. Double tap the lock button to start the motors, hold the lock button to hover, and I’m ready to go. I’ve found the battery lasts for about 10 – 20 minutes depending on how fast/hard you are flying. The drone is extremely maneuverable and I’m able to fit through extremely tight spaces with almost no experience (as I’ve only flown it about 5 – 6 times before writing this review). It turns on a dime, stops extremely fast, and is quite loud where I can always hear it even when it is very high and a good distance away. I’m highly sensitive to latency and only feel the smallest amount when flying that I think most people won’t notice and it doesn’t get in the way at all. The camera feed is clear, sharp, bright, colorful, and stays perfectly stable no matter how crazy I’m being. I never got dizzy or nauseous when flying. During flight you see how close to the ground you are which is red when very low, yellow when ok, and green for high. Along with a few other things which is directly mirrored to your phone for your observer. It gives a countdown of how much battery it has left in minutes. When it gets to a certain level it automatically tells you that it is going to return to base and land. You can cancel this out if you want. Which is usually what I did as I found it easier and faster for me to manually do it than for the drone to do it automatically as it is quite slow. At times it can really feel like you are flying yourself. Which is neat. It is an addicting feeling, and I constantly find myself getting excited to get off work to go fly around for a bit. But it also feels kind of surreal like I’m playing a video game. Especially when I would see myself and observer standing there, I couldn’t help but think I was inside Cyberpunk 2077. Overall, taking it out, flying for 20 minutes, and putting it away takes about 25 minutes. Looking back at recorded footage looks absolutely fantastic. For most people it wouldn’t require any tweaking after the fact. Plus you have a ton of customizability before you record. Overall, this thing is epic. I’m having a ton of fun. And can’t wait to get out there again.

DJI - Avata Pro-View Combo Drone with Motion Controller (Goggles 2 and RC Motion 2) - Gray Summary: Full featured and amazingly nimble and compact drone. Pros: * Compact design. This full featured drone packs quite a bit into its compact frame. * Quality. The frame, the googles, the controller - everything *feels* great. * Design. The unit's design is top notch. The drone is svelte. The googles are sleek. The controller could look a little less generic, but it isn't so bad. * Camera. The drone captures footage up to 4K. There are as many settings to control the camera as you would a DSLR it seems. Certainly, more than a mere phone camera. It will take a while for me to learn about all of the camera capabilities. * USB-C. USB-C ^almost everywhere. This means no lugging around proprietary chargers. The batteries and components are straight forward to charge. * Safety. There are safeguards for various potential issues. Powering up. Power levels. Distance. Landing. Even flight in restricted zones. * Storage. The drone comes with 20GB of storage and a micro-SD slot. That means you can take your time purchasing memory while you learn how to fly the unit. * Software. The software via the iOS app is pretty solid. The screens are thoughtfully lain out and the tutorials and documentation are surprisingly good. * Controls. The handheld + google directional controls are AMAZING. It's like wearing an Oculus and flying around in-game, except this is real-life drone flight. If you've used an Oculus/ Quest, the handheld controller isn't too different, and the learning curve won't be as steep as steep. I prefer this controller type over the traditional RC type controllers. * Spare Parts/ Accessories. The unit comes with a spare blade, some prescription lenses enclosures for use with the googles, and all of the necessary cables. * Gimbal. The drone camera gimble is so delicate and responsive. This allows for very clear and very steady views from the unit. The shield/cover is a nice fit and protects the camera just fine. Cons: * Drone Ports. The port on the drone used to access the data USB-C and micro-SD slot is not in a great spot. It is a bit stressful trying to maneuver the port cover out of the way enough to insert a data USB-C cable. This is necessary because this model does not support wireless sync between the drone/googles and your phone. This wasn't too clear to me initially until a tutorial mentioned it is a model specific feature. If you leave the cover ajar or open, it will interfere with the blades, and you might panic. Be careful. * Google Ports. The power port on the googles is a proprietary port. There is no on-board battery for the googles. So, you must carry the battery on you via a power tether cord. The cord has a USB-C connection on one end and a proprietary connector on the other. It seems this is a missed opportunity because there is already a USB-C port on the googles for the phone/pairing connection. Surely, they could have reused that somehow. * Drone Battery. The drone battery fits snuggly and that's great. But dislodging it via the claps on each side can be unsettling given the effort required to remove it. It could be easier. I'm afraid I'm going to drop the drone or mishandle it sometimes. * Pairing and Sync. The pairing process is pretty straight forward. However, either it has lost sync a few times in the middle of use. It's a bit disconcerting because I don't want it to crash for no reason. It basically complains that home was lost, and it could not determine location (of the operator/goggles). I have to connect the googles to my phone to resolve this issue. * Calibration. I cannot calibrate the googles. You're supposed to leave the unit flat on a surface during the process, but it just never calibrates. As a result, I feel that the crashes I've experienced are a result of motion drift. The unit is responsive, sure, but sometimes I notice it turning on its own whether I am rotation my wrist or not. The above two issues it seems that sometimes you have to update all hardware repeatedly from your computer. I'm going to try that next and then contact support if the issues persist. Given the generally positive experience and the quality of the tutorials and documentation I'm sure this is just a user error. Use: We've taken the drone out for a spin in our home, sure, but also on our fourth-floor deck, and in nearby parks. The operation in the home was the most telling. I was able to zoom around and complete to a complete halt in an instant! It scared my household members, but this unit is definitely a responsive and powerful little beast. We have a detention center near enough for the drone to warn that there is a restricted flight zone in the area. We haven't and won't test the auto return home feature. LOL. I should note that a few of my initial flight tests, though smooth, did result in crashes. Mainly against walls and into a closet. The drone's blades were well protected and there was no damage. The camera quality is stunning. I have a 1080p drone and while that captures some amazing footage, you can't beat 4K. But this comes at a cost - battery and storage. Only minutes of 4K at the maximum frame rate can gobble up storage and drain your battery. Its best to know what you need to shoot, fly drone to location, and then adjust settings when you're ready to shoot. If you have a somebody in your life (yourself included) that has been curious about getting a drone. This should be a serious contender. I have owned other (larger) drones that have the more traditional RC controller (coupled with phone as a HUD) and it is great, but the control methods and natural use of this unit is so much better and familiar. Imagine just turning your head around to dictate direction of the drone. Imagine seeing precisely what the drone sees. Then imagine a handheld controller that you only use to accelerate or decelerate, take-off, land, hover, or shift position laterally. That is what this does! We can't wait to take it up into the mountains while hiking to explore the wilderness from above and maybe catch some wildlife up close!

Was super nervous about getting this drone for real estate interior drone tours. After testing it out, I quickly got use to it (not manual mode), but still needed that extra smoothness since the joysticks have to be moved very slightly to keep it looking cinematic and smooth. So I order some cinesticks and that did the trick. A lot easier to fly now. The quality is definitely passable until low light is an issue. Footage becomes grainy and mushy. The look and capabilities is what makes the drone standout though. The battery life is expected, but 25 minutes would be the goal imo. 15-18 minutes is rough. The range is absolutely amazing and the the goggles are awesome. Only issue I had was the separate remote not connecting immediately unlike it would on a normal DJI drone. I had to constantly pair them manually. With all that said I would still buy again

Fun to fly. Takes great videos and photos. Top speed is around 30mph. You can hear it zipping around pretty good. Not stealthy lol. Gets pushed around a bit if it's windy out. Overall, can't go wrong with any DJI drone really.

Love this drone! As a beginner I had no issues flying this incredible machine!!! Do yourself a favor and get the spare batteries. Too much fun to fly on just one battery.

If you’re starting out in FPV, this is the drone to get. It’s pretty good. The problem is it’s just way too expensive for what it does on top of that I had a lot of problems with the goggles. The size of the screen was always blurry. No matter how I adjusted it and it doesn’t fit properly on the face you’ll have to buy a face pad to help fix the issue. With that being said, it’s still pretty good drone