DJI Mini 4K hits all-time low price at Amazon with discounts up to $110 off
The DJI Mini 4K just dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon, with all three bundle configurations marked down by 24-26% as of January 26, 2026. The single-battery kit sits at $225, the two-battery combo at $289, and the full Fly More Combo at $339. These prices beat last yearโs Black Friday deals across the board.
The timing is worth noting. Since the FCC added all foreign-made drones to the Covered List in December 2025, existing inventory has become increasingly valuable. The Mini 4K was authorized long before the ban took effect, meaning current stock can still be sold and flown legally. But new DJI models wonโt receive FCC authorization for the foreseeable future, making entry-level options like this one harder to come by.
The key details:
- DJI Mini 4K (1 battery, 31-min flight time): $225 (was $299, save $74)
- DJI Mini 4K Camera Drone Combo (2 batteries, 62-min flight time): $289 (was $389, save $100)
- DJI Mini 4K Fly More Combo (3 batteries, 93-min flight time): $339 (was $449, save $110)
The sub-250g advantage remains the Mini 4Kโs biggest selling point
The DJI Mini 4K weighs 249 grams, which places it below the FAAโs registration threshold for recreational pilots. This means no paperwork, no registration fees, and no Remote ID compliance requirements when flying for fun. For new pilots who want to get airborne without bureaucratic friction, this regulatory advantage matters.
The DJI Mini 5 Proโs weight variance issues highlighted how valuable a true sub-250g drone can be. Unlike its successor, the Mini 4K consistently hits that 249g target with room to spare for an ND filter or strobe light without crossing the threshold.
Commercial operators flying under Part 107 still need to register regardless of weight, but recreational pilots get a genuine benefit here.
Spec breakdown: what $225 actually gets you
The Mini 4K records 4K UHD video at 30 frames per second on a 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with 12-megapixel photo capability. A 3-axis mechanical gimbal stabilizes footage across tilt, roll, and pan axes. Video bitrate maxes out at 100 Mbps, which is a significant upgrade over the older Mini 2 SEโs 40 Mbps limit.
DJIโs O2 transmission system provides up to 10km of HD video feed under ideal FCC conditions, though FAA regulations require visual line of sight anyway. The drone handles Level 5 winds (up to 38 kph or about 24 mph) and supports maximum takeoff altitude of 4,000 meters. Brushless motors deliver reliable performance across varied conditions.
QuickShots modes include Dronie, Helix, Rocket, Circle, and Boomerang for automated creative shots. Panorama options cover Sphere, Wide Angle, and 180-degree captures. The DJI Fly app walks beginners through tutorials covering everything from basic controls to more advanced flight patterns.
One important note from the Amazon listing: **โDue to platform compatibility issue, the DJI Fly app has been removed from Google Play.โ** Android users need to download the app directly from DJIโs website. This has been the case for some time now and isnโt a new development.
Which bundle makes sense for different pilots
The single-battery kit at $225 gets you flying for the absolute minimum cost. Expect around 25 minutes of real-world flight time per charge based on testing from Russ at 51 Drones, who found the drone delivered about 80% of DJIโs advertised 31-minute spec even in moderate wind.
The two-battery combo at $289 doubles your airtime and hits the sweet spot for most recreational pilots. You wonโt constantly interrupt shoots to recharge, and the per-battery cost works out cheaper than buying separately.
The Fly More Combo at $339 includes three batteries, a charging hub, a shoulder bag, and spare propellers. For pilots who plan extended sessions or travel, this package eliminates the frustration of short flights. At $110 off the regular $449 price, the math works heavily in favor of the complete kit.
No obstacle avoidance means beginners need to fly carefully
The Mini 4K lacks any forward, backward, or side obstacle sensing. GPS and a downward vision system handle positioning and hovering, but nothing will stop the drone from flying into a tree or building if you send it there.
As Russ noted in his review: โThis drone, you guys, youโre going to want to keep within visual line of sight as much as possible because there is no obstacle avoidance. So especially if youโre a beginner, youโre going to want to keep this drone close to you.โ
Return-to-home functions provide a safety net: manual RTH, automatic RTH on signal loss, and low-battery RTH all help prevent flyaways. But the burden of obstacle awareness stays entirely on the pilot.
The FCC ban context: existing stock can still be sold and flown
Some buyers are hesitant about DJI purchases given the December 2025 FCC action. The clarification that matters: the ban affects new FCC authorizations, not products authorized before December 22, 2025.
DJI confirmed this directly: โTodayโs development will not affect customers who already own DJI products. These existing products can continue to be purchased and operated as usual.โ
The Mini 4K received its FCC authorization back in April 2024 when DJI originally launched the drone. Current Amazon inventory falls squarely under the grandfathered category. Firmware updates are expected to continue, though long-term parts availability remains an open question as weโve covered in detail.
DroneXLโs Take
The Mini 4K at $225 is the cleanest entry point into the DJI ecosystem right now. No registration hassle, genuine 4K recording, and a proven flight platform that has been refined over multiple generations of the Mini line. When Shawn from Air Photography reviewed this drone, he called it the one he can easily recommend for all first-time buyers. I agree.
The FCC situation has created an artificial scarcity effect. Black Friday pricing on this same drone sat at $239 for the single-battery kit just two months ago. Now weโre at $225. Retailers are clearly moving inventory, and once itโs gone, replacement stock becomes uncertain.
For anyone who has been on the fence about getting into drones, this pricing removes the last reasonable objection. The Fly More Combo at $339 delivers what would have cost $700 or more just a few years ago. That two-battery bundle at $289 hits the right balance of capability and value for pilots who want more than one flight per session without going all-in on the full kit.
Expect these prices to fluctuate as supply tightens. If the Mini 4K fits your needs, waiting carries more risk than buying right now.
Editorial Note: This article was researched and drafted with the assistance of AI to ensure technical accuracy and archive retrieval. All insights, industry analysis, and perspectives were provided exclusively by Haye Kesteloo and our other DroneXL authors, editors, and YouTube partners to ensure the โHuman-Firstโ perspective our readers expect.
Last update on 2026-01-26 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
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