Drone Pairing: Assessing the Compatibility of Various DJI Drones and Their Controllers
In the world of drone technology, DJI remote controllers play a crucial role. Here's a roundup of some popular DJI remote controllers and the drones they are compatible with.
DJI FPV Remote Controller 3
This controller is optimized for DJI’s O4 and O3 FPV systems, offering features like Manual Mode support, extended analog control sticks, and a 10-hour battery life. It is compatible with the DJI Avata 2, DJI Neo, DJI O4 Air Unit Pro, DJI O4 Air Unit, and DJI O3 Air Unit.
DJI RC Pro Smart Controller
Designed specifically for the DJI Air 2S and DJI Mavic 3, the DJI RC Pro Smart Controller boasts a sleek, minimalist design, an integrated 5.5-inch 1080p screen, and supports O3 (Mini Pro and Air 2S) and O3+ (Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Pro) video transmission. It has a 5.5-inch touchscreen that can go up to 1000 nits.
DJI Smart Controller and DJI Fly app controllers
While not explicitly detailed, the DJI Fly app and related controllers are used with DJI Mini series drones such as the Mini 4 Pro (the only Mini supported for some autonomous applications). Other Mini models use the standard DJI Fly app controllers for manual flight controls.
Other DJI controllers
- DJI RC controller: Compatible with the Mini 3 Pro, Mini 3, Mini 3 SE, Mavic Air 2, Air 2S, Mavic 3, Mavic 3 Classic, Mavic 3 Cine, Mavic 3 Pro, and Mavic 3 Pro Cine drones. It does not come with a screen and requires a smartphone running the DJI Fly app. The DJI RC 2 has external folding antennas for better signal stability and runs the new DJI O4 video transmission system.
- DJI RC-N1: Compatible with the Mini 2, Mini 2 SE, Mini 3, Mini 3 Pro, Mavic Air 2, Air 2S, Mavic 3, Mavic 3 Classic, and does not have a built-in screen. It supports O2, O3, and O3+ video transmission and has a dedicated dial for gimbal control.
- DJI RC-N2: Compatible with the Mini 4 Pro and Air 3 drones, and does not have a built-in screen. It has an updated antenna and support for the 5.1 GHz frequency band compared to the RC-N1.
- DJI RC Pro: The direct descendant of the original DJI Smart Controller. It supports 4K video output via a mini-HDMI port and APK for third-party app use.
- DJI Mavic Mini Controller: Compatible with the Mavic Mini and Mini SE drones. The controller is compact and has foldable arms, making it highly portable.
DJI RC Motion 2
Released in 2023, the DJI RC Motion 2 improves on the original Motion Controller with an integrated mini joystick, a new trigger for backward flight, and a wheel for camera control. It can now be used with standard camera drones.
Compatibility Details
In summary, compatibility is generally specific and limited by controller and drone system generation or type. For example, the DJI FPV Remote Controller 3 is compatible with DJI’s O4 and O3 FPV systems, while the DJI RC Pro Smart Controller is specifically designed for the DJI Air 2S and DJI Mavic 3.
For other DJI drone series (like Matrice or Phantom), matching the controller to specific drone models or series is essential. Firmware and system updates may also affect compatibility, so always check the latest official DJI documentation for each drone and controller pairing.
No information was found about compatibility of DJI Dock remote or other specific DJI controllers with consumer drones in the search results.
The DJI RC Pro Smart Controller is designed for the DJI Air 2S and DJI Mavic 3, showcasing a sleek design, integrated 5.5-inch 1080p screen, and compatibility with O3 and O3+ video transmission. Various DJI controllers like the DJI RC, DJI RC-N1, and DJI RC-N2 have specific compatibility with specific drone models, such as the Mini 3 Pro, Mavic 3, and Air 3 respectively. On the other hand, gadgets like the DJI FPV Remote Controller 3 are optimized for DJI’s O4 and O3 FPV systems, expanding the realm of technology to new heights.
