You can still buy DJI drones in the US — here are the top-rated ones still available, including the Mini 5 Pro and the Mavic 4 Pro

DJI Flip - Taking off from hand
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Towards the tail-end of last year, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. announced that it would implement a ban on new foreign-made drones — specifically those made by Chinese manufacturers. The brand that will be most impacted by this is DJI, the global leader when it comes to quadcopters.

When DJI announces its next drone, it might not be available in the U.S. — unless it passes "rigorous cyber and hardware assessments," according to the NSD FCC Covered List Waiver 0126 which was released last month. But just because future drones are impacted, it doesn't mean already-existing ones are too. All the DJI drones that launched last year are still available to buy, so you're in luck, and this might be one of your last chances to get one.

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Drones you can still buy

DJI Mavic 4 Pro (with RC-2)
5-star rating
DJI Mavic 4 Pro (with RC-2): was $2,699 now $2,199 at Amazon
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The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is the best consumer drone money can buy right now, period. It improves on its predecessor by introducing 6K/60fps video, 100MP stills powered by a Hasselblad camera, and a brand new RC Pro 2 controller that makes flying a breeze. With a long flight time and 5-star performance across the board, it’s the ideal drone for commercial and personal use — as long as you don’t mind the weight restrictions.

DJI Mini 5 Pro
5-star rating
DJI Mini 5 Pro: $759 at Amazon
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The DJI Mini 5 Pro sets a new standard for safety and imaging quality in mini drones. With omnidirectional obstacle avoidance and forward-facing LiDAR, the drone is capable of returning home even without GPS. It introduces a few notable upgrades as compared to its predecessor: a 1-inch sensor for improved low-light performance, 225° gimbal rotation, all while retaining a compact form factor.

DJI Air 3S (with RC-N3)
4.5-star rating
DJI Air 3S (with RC-N3): $1,099 at Amazon
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The new DJI Air 3S is an outstanding drone with a dual-camera system that lets aerial videographers and travel photographers capture wide-angle and medium telephoto shots. With a large 1-inch sensor, next-gen obstacle avoidance, 42GB internal storage, and superb low-light performance, this is the best 4K/60fps drone money can buy right now.

DJI Neo 2
4.5-star rating
DJI Neo 2: $259 at Amazon
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The DJI Neo 2 is the best budget drone on the market right now, upstaging its predecessor in every way and doing so at (still) a low price point. Featuring 4K/60fps video, omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, bigger internal storage, Gesture Control, and more, it makes an already formidable drone a must-have for all pilots.

DJI Neo
4.5-star rating
DJI Neo: $199 at Amazon
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A lightweight, compact and minimalistic drone, the DJI Neo is a fantastic drone that can shoot 4K footage at 30fps, take detailed stills, and remain stable in tricky conditions. Easy to control with the new RC-N3 controller or the DJI Fly app on a smartphone, the Neo makes drone photography more accessible thanks to its low price point.

DJI Flip (with RC-N3)
4-star rating
DJI Flip (with RC-N3): $439 at Amazon
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The DJI Flip is a solid mid-range drone, perfect for those looking to upgrade from older DJI models. It captures detailed 48MP stills in all lighting conditions, and records gorgeous 4K/60fps footage. It’s great for content creators as it features many shooting modes, plus it’s built really well and sports a slick design.

DJI Avata 2 (Fly More Combo)
FPV flying
DJI Avata 2 (Fly More Combo): was $729 now $619 at Amazon
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The DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo comes with everything you need for long-lasting FPV flying. The drone is easy to fly, thanks to the motion controller and FPV headset, and it gives you more control to navigate tight corners. This combo includes an Intelligent Flight Battery, the DJI Goggles N3, the DJI RC Motion 3 controller, and spare propellers.


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Nikita is a Senior Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She's a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, always on the lookout for the latest tech. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she has interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres. When she’s not working, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, flying a drone (she's a licensed drone pilot), at a concert, or watching F1. Her work has appeared in several publications including Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro. You can follow her photography account on Instagram here.

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