DJI Mini 2 deals seem pretty tempting, but I'm a drone expert and I wouldn't buy one now

DJI Neo in Adam Juniper's hand and a DJI Mini 2 flying with grass behind
(Image credit: Future)

The DJI Mini 2 is still the drone that a lot of people are told to buy as the sensible value drone, but that is old advice. As the DCW drone expert I'm saying there are now – in the second half of 2024 – at least two better alternatives!

Foe one thing, there is a lot of confusion surrounding the name of the DJI Mini 2 when it comes to the best DJI drone, and that's understandable because there were two nearly identical-looking drones released at different points called the DJI Mini 2 and the DJI Mini 2 SE.

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Adam Juniper
Managing Editor

With over 20 years of expertise as a tech journalist, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge across a vast number of product categories, including timelapse cameras, home security cameras, NVR cameras, photography books, webcams, 3D printers and 3D scanners, borescopes, radar detectors… and, above all, drones. 

Adam is our resident expert on all aspects of camera drones and drone photography, from buying guides on the best choices for aerial photographers of all ability levels to the latest rules and regulations on piloting drones. 

He is the author of a number of books including The Complete Guide to Drones, The Smart Smart Home Handbook, 101 Tips for DSLR Video and The Drone Pilot's Handbook

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