DJI Phantom 4

257 reviews

Jan, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 257 reviews of DJI Phantom 4. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the design and performance are generally positive. The durability and portability are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the remote control and color, and there are some mixed opinions about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the DJI Phantom 4 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of DJI Phantom 4 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 1.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

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Jan, 2025

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Amazon.com review summary for DJI Phantom 4

alaTest has collected and analyzed 137 user reviews of DJI Phantom 4 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviews about the reliability and size are on the whole positive. The durability and usability are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed views about the price. Some have doubts about the battery.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : Ali Jennings (techradar.com)

DJI Phantom 4 review

DJI's Phantom 4 adds groundbreaking object avoidance plus an improved high-quality, robust build

High-quality stabilised footage ; Object avoidance ; Easy to fly

Phantom 3 batteries not compatible ; Constant software updates ; App can get a bit confusing

The Phantom 4 is a refinement of the Phantom 3 Professional. There are tweaks to the camera's performance, but the major upgrades are the robust design, improved materials, and clever flight aids using new sensors. This makes the Phantom 4 a worthwhile...

May, 2016

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.co.uk)

DJI Phantom 4 review: Automatic flying for the people

DJI's top consumer drone is smart enough to practically fly itself while you concentrate on getting awesome aerial shots. But maybe that's not such a good thing.

The DJI Phantom 4 is a very polished drone compared to its competition, and for those who've flown a quad before, you'll have no trouble getting started with this one. The new Sport mode lets you get to your location faster or just have some fun. Its...

The Obstacle Sensing System only sees things in front of the drone. You still need a tablet or phone ready to go along with the controller and drone battery. Extra batteries are expensive. Landing gear and camera are fixed to the body, so you can't...

Yep, it's not cheap, but DJI has made one of the smartest drones available with the Phantom 4.

Apr, 2016

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Expert review by : Jim Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

DJI Phantom 4 review: the drone that won’t crash into things

Now that prices of previous Phantoms have dropped massively, is the Phantom 4 worth a massive £1229? We think so, and you'll find out why in our DJI Phantom 4 review.

The Phantom 4 is unquestionably DJI’s best drone yet. It shoots decent quality 4K video and is easier to control than ever before. Batteries are very expensive, though, and the intelligent modes still don’t quite match those you’ll get with a 3DR Solo...

Apr, 2016

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DJI Phantom 4 review

Thinking of giving drones a go? The Phantom 4 is where you start

Obstacle detection and automatic modes means it practically flies itself ; Still the easiest drone to use, even in Sport mode ; Fantastic camera and an even better gimbal

Low light still a challenge ; Lack of model choice

Not just a simple step up – the Phantom 4 is a massive leap forward for drones that should open the doors to everyone

Mar, 2016

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The DJI Phantom 4 certainly isn't cheap, but does this drone offer good quality in return for your money? We found it simple to set up for first use, but our full review reveals our expert verdict on just how confident you should feel while flying the...

Jun, 2017

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Expert review by : Joshua Waller (ephotozine.com)

DJI Phantom 4 Review

We review the DJI Phantom 4 - the top of the range consumer drone from DJI with a 12mp camera, 4K video recording, and a 3-axis gimbal for stable shooting.

Easy to fly with Beginner mode ; Comes with protective case and lens cover ; 4K video with lots of options ; Good 12-megapixel photo modes ; Improved flight time ; Follow feature ; Direct firmware update from smartphone ; HDR shooting mode ; High-speed...

No zoom ; White drone is easy to lose in bright sky ; Price compared to P3 Advanced/Professional ; Some other remotes feature a built-in screen ; Sometimes height drops ; Loud

In terms of drone photography and video, the DJI Phantom 4 is one of the best available, with a stylish design and magnesium core for strength. As DJI are one of the leading and most popular brands in the consumer drone industry, it makes sense that...

Jul, 2016

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Expert review by : Lance Ulanoff (mashable.com)

DJI Phantom 4 is the iPhone of drones and so much fun to fly [REVIEW]

DJI's new Phantom 4 drone is sleeker, more intelligent and easier to control than most drones.

Good looking ; Makes expert flying a snap for beginners ; Has real intelligence

Expensive

The DJI Phantom 4 drone is easily one of the best pro-sumer drones on the market.

Mar, 2016

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Expert review by : Jonathan Bray (alphr.com)

DJI Phantom 4 review: DJI’s eye in the sky is the one to fly

Packed with new technology and updated features, the DJI Phantom 4 is better than ever — it's the most capable drone you can buy

The DJI Phantom 4 is not quite a drone for the non-enthusiast, then, but it’s closer than ever before to that ideal, and it’s the safety features – the collision-detection and tracking features, not to mention the safety net of the automatic...

Mar, 2016

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

DJI Phantom 4 review: Automatic flying for the people

DJI's top consumer drone is smart enough to practically fly itself while you concentrate on getting awesome aerial shots. But maybe that's not such a good thing.

Yep, it's not cheap, but DJI has made one of the smartest drones available with the Phantom 4.

Apr, 2016

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

DJI Phantom 4

The latest version of DJI's top-end consumer drone, the Phantom 4, improves on its predecessor in many ways. It's the best consumer drone on the market, and it's priced accordingly.

Easy to fly. Extremely stable. Obstacle avoidance. Incredible operating range with 720p Live View. Return-to-home and other safety features. Automated flight modes. High-speed Sport mode. Smooth 4K video capture. 20mm wide-angle lens. Subject...

Pricey. True mission planning requires third-party app.

Conclusions The Phantom 4 is the best consumer drone that DJI has released to date. It takes everything we loved about the Phantom 3 Professional and improves upon it. You get smooth, stabilized 4K video capture, longer flight times, the ability to...

Mar, 2016

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