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DJI Spark Portable Mini Drone Alpine White
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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/10
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Detailed Mode
Camera
56photos, pictures, shots, photography, spark
+93%
-7%
" ... Flies ok and takes good pictures. ... "
" ... I really enjoy rating pics ans videos. ... "
" ... Its perfect for thecweekend warrior aerial photography aficionado. ... "
" ... The drone is just amazingly fun and takes very high quality videos/photos. ... "
" ... We bought the Spark primarily for my boys to use but I occasionally borrow it for my drone photography business. ... "
" ... The spark is a great beginner drone( not a toy) to practice flying and learning the camera and video shots before moving up to Mavic or phantom 4. ... "
" ... Everyone loved the footage. ... "
" ... I use to take videos of my family. ... "
Battery Life
48batteries, drone, spark, flying, flight time
+73%
-27%
" ... Indeed, battery life is short and you could do better with a couple extra batteries. ... "
" ... Buying extra batteries next. ... You will want extra batteries. ... One battery just isnt enough. ... "
" ... I seem to disagree, it's a good drone period! ... The fly more combo also has extra batteries so that should solve the average flying time. ... "
" ... Pretty cool but needed 3 just to have any flight time. ... Got a battery from family for Christmas and my 3rd battery should be arriving today in fact. ... As I've been writing this my 3rd battery arrived. ... "
" ... It comes with two batteries, I ordered a 3rd. ... "
" ... I saw a man flying a DJI Mavic and I knew that I wanted a "real" drone. ... "
" ... Extra battery is a must! ... - Battery charging is fast. ... "
" ... If this is your first time flying a drone, Spark is for you. ... "
Ease of Use
40easy, drone, easy to use, super, spark
+95%
-5%
" ... It's very easy to use. ... great for beginners. ... "
" ... If you a traveler like me and need something quick and easy to set up, easy to carry around and doesn't cost as much as the other top tier DJi drones, then this is the one to get! ... "
" ... Setup was easy and didn't take very long. ... "
" ... Easy to use . ... "
" ... I had never flown one prior to buying this and it was very easy pick up on. ... "
" ... I love this little drone, it was easy to setup and easy to fly. ... "
" ... It's my first, and it's easier to fly than I expected. ... "
" ... The drone was a bit tricky to setup. ... "
Product Reliability
38drone, spark, error, user error, phantom 3
+50%
-50%
" ... Then the drone started becoming unresponsive to my controller and crashes. ... "
" ... Don't know what happened because it was returning home and suddenly an error calibration message came on the screen and the aircraft stopped responding to the remote control. ... "
" ... In reality, I've had this for 4 days and have had a lot of issues with it. ... UPDATE: 2 Days Later and Still No Help from DJI ... "
" ... I have been battling with this thing for 3 weeks and today, I finally returned it. ... Also, there were missing parts, which they admitted to, but pushing 3 weeks later, have still not sent me. ... "
" ... So a few days before I started to try everything out. ... I experienced a few glitches but overall it seemed to work. ... "
" ... But on initial pre-flight I got a warning error “Gimbal motor overload” that would not go away. ... I gently moved the gimbal/camera around with no luck in fixing the error. ... In addition to the warning error the camera was askew. ... "
" ... It had anti-collision on but still banged into a gate and stopped. ... "
" ... Hoping DJI gets it worked out but until then buyer beware. ... Crashing within 50 minutes . ... "
For Fun
32spark, fun to fly, fly, toy, super
+100%
" ... more fun than a barrel of monkeys. ... "
" ... Having more fun zipping around. ... "
" ... It is so much fun to fly and is really the best of both worlds. ... "
" ... Overall very happy with the purchase, sure it will provide hours of fun! ... "
" ... It’s awesome to fly, it’s so fun. ... "
" ... I use this thing for fun. ... Nothing professional, just having fun and flying around. ... "
" ... I've only had it a few days and it's great fun. ... "
" ... Not a lot of time, but lots of fun. ... "
Video Playback
32youtube videos, videos, quality, footage, youtube
+94%
-6%
" ... I really enjoy rating pics ans videos. ... "
" ... I just love to fly, not creating movies. ... "
" ... Here a sneak peak of my YouTube video. ... "
" ... I've been working on another video placing more 3d into the footage. ... "
" ... I will upload a video afterwards. ... "
" ... - Video quality of 1080p is nice. ... "
" ... the footage is better for youtube projects not the best for professional productions. ... "
" ... The video quality is fantastic and although it is only 1080p, the quality is excellent. ... "
Size
31small, compact, travel, portable, carry
+100%
" ... I travel a lot, so having something smaller is a bonus. ... "
" ... I am super happy I chose the spark because of its size and weight. ... where weight is a main concern and this thing is great for that. ... "
" ... It’s amazing what this little compact drone can do ... "
" ... If you a traveler like me and need something quick and easy to set up, easy to carry around and doesn't cost as much as the other top tier DJi drones, then this is the one to get! ... "
" ... Small but packed with every option you could ask for. ... "
" ... I don't need their bag for instance. ... I also ride a lot, so I wanted something compact. ... "
" ... This is so high tech, it’s exactly like my mavic just smaller. ... "
" ... Everything fits perfectly in the shoulder bag. ... "
For Travel
30drone, flights, vacation, spark, flight time
+87%
-13%
" ... Have about 25 flights and it has worked perfectly every time. ... "
" ... I wanted a drone I could take out into nature, backpacking, hiking, skiing, etc. ... "
" ... I've had it for a few days now and have given it a few test flights. ... The first couple flights were uneventful. ... However, the last flight has me scared of trying to even use it again. ... "
" ... I can report that I have taken phone call in flight. ... I have already used the footage to place my 3d model airplane in our front yard. ... "
" ... - Not intimidating as it is small and has stable hover during flight. ... "
" ... in fact, when i hit the tree, the drone dropped but was able to regain stability and continue flight., ... "
" ... It flies well, is stable, and has very predictable flight characteristics. ... I love using this UAV where the P3A is just big and ‘out there’ to catch that picture out on a motorcycle ride where a 75 ft long selfie stick might do, but doesn’t fit in a saddle bag. ... "
" ... Unboxed, read everything and charged it all to take flight. ... "
Apps
26dji, spark, go 4 app, dji go app, dji go 4
+62%
-38%
" ... Must watch tutorials on YouTube before use. ... "
" ... The latest DJI Go app now lets you activate your Spark with the QR code scanner! ... "
" ... I found that this was caused by keeping video in the editor in the app. ... In the future I plan to get the way-point app and to try out the VR app with the iphone goggles I have. ... "
" ... I have successfully used the Spark with a Samsung J3 Galaxy 2017 phone and the DJI GO 4 app but I vastly prefer using an IPAD Mini 4. ... "
" ... If you search "wwjoshdew DJI Spark", you'll see my video of it on YouTube. ... "
" ... The DJI GO 4 app has come a long way, but still needs a tweak or two. ... "
" ... This is really a great toy, tones of fun and applications. ... This is a bug DJI needs to fix, such crazy thing can easily be prevented, don't even let it launch to fly at the first place. ... "
" ... I highly recommend that you look for the DJI Tutorials online or through the app. ... "
Build Quality
25well made, prop guards, build quality, arms, propellers
+64%
-36%
" ... You feel immediately, how well made and sturdy this machine is. ... I added the "O'woda Foldable Landing Gear with Quick Release Propellers Protector Props Bumper Protective Guard for DJI Spark" because when it lands in grass or dirt, it is right on the ground and needs some legs. ... "
" ... The Spark exudes quality, from the drone to the controller, to the batteries and chargers, it is solidly made. ... "
" ... Feels like a premium product ... "
" ... The build quality is very good and doesn't feel flimsy. ... It's a solid DJI product and if you look after it, you will be able to sell it on. ... "
" ... Just like other DJI products, the hardware is very well made. ... "
" ... This drone feels solid, reliable, and it works. ... "
" ... If videography is not your main thing, feel confident to get one you will enjoy it 100%. ... "
" ... The build quality, stability in flying, and portability are all impressive. ... ⁃ It’s well made. ... "
Price
24money, drone, mavic, worth the price, waste your money
+83%
-17%
" ... He never dared spend the money. ... "
" ... I know its more expensive but its well worth the price. ... "
" ... Absolutely worth it! ... "
" ... I've watched so many reviews and most seem to say the same thing, it's a good drone for the price. ... "
" ... I wanted to get the Mavic but the price just wasn't feasible at this time with all the extras would need. ... "
" ... Don't waste your money buying other, cheaper drones. ... "
" ... Do not mess around with other drones in this price point as none compare! ... "
" ... Not too expensive. ... "
Remote
24control, drone, controller, without the remote, fly
+75%
-25%
" ... You can only go into sport mode (fly super fast) with the remote and to me that is one of the best parts of the drone! ... But much to my surprise, since it was connected to the remote I was able to safely bring it back to shore. ... "
" ... Remote control (sells separately) is a must. ... "
" ... Once I got the remote it was a game changer going from 12mph to top speed showing in my app of 33mph. ... I could not go over my house with the phone but with the remote I am able to fly over the house, direct interference from the house and no signal loss. ... "
" ... You definitely need the combo package as the remote makes the drone so much more capable. ... "
" ... Using the remote controlled paired with the iPhone works well. ... Charging of the remote control is fast ... - Remote control holds an iPhone 7 snugly ... "
" ... I do feel like DJI is taking advantage of us by selling the remote seperatley becvause the drone is not much fun with out it. ... It is almost necessary to have the remote control and an OTG Cable to really enjoy this device. ... "
" ... We have 14 ft ceilings and the remote is so quick and responsive that when you push the joystick to go up, you go up VERY quickly. ... "
" ... The Spark has a great camera, and the remote is very responsive. ... "
Marketplace
24dji, thank, received, try, spark
+67%
-33%
" ... Manufacturer offered a discount to buy a new one. ... "
" ... Thank you DJI, well done. ... "
" ... WORKS AS DESCRIBED. ... "
" ... I think Amazon sold me a used one even I spent a lot for a new one. ... "
" ... I would like to add product the perfect .Thank you so much. ... "
" ... because it came sooner than expected ... "
" ... All received in good working order. ... "
" ... She did say thank you though. ... "
Comfort
22palm, landing, land, hand gestures, confident
+77%
-23%
" ... So I decided he needed one, he works his butt off. ... "
" ... You feel immediately, how well made and sturdy this machine is. ... I don't think reviewers stress this enough. ... "
" ... Everything fits perfectly in the shoulder bag. ... "
" ... Feels like a premium product ... "
" ... If videography is not your main thing, feel confident to get one you will enjoy it 100%. ... "
" ... Hands down best drone for the price and overall fun and use. ... "
" ... Hands free selfie is a plus. ... "
" ... The gesture control is great and even my 8 year old daughter got it to lift off and land on her hand! ... "
For Kids
21drone, fun, kids, spark, husband
+95%
-5%
" ... He absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... This is my second Spark - purchased for my kids. ... "
" ... My son is having a blast with it. ... "
" ... OUR 12 YR OLD GRANDSON LOVES IT. ... "
" ... I tested it out at my dad's in his house it work great till I crashed it lol I still learning. ... "
" ... Enjoying the new toy! ... "
" ... Fun little drone! ... "
" ... This really is amazing if you have never owned a drone get ready to feel like a kid again! ... "
Charging
21charge, battery, batteries, charger, spark
+71%
-29%
" ... Once I got everything charged and turned on it prompted me for a firmware update and then I was finally able to get it to connect with the app. ... "
" ... I got the SKYREAT 6 in 1 Rapid Battery Charger (nice fast charges). ... "
" ... The Spark exudes quality, from the drone to the controller, to the batteries and chargers, it is solidly made. ... "
" ... - Battery charging is fast. ... Charging of the remote control is fast ... "
" ... Charging the battery is done through the Spark with a common micro USB charging cable. ... If you get the wall charger, you can charge 3 batteries at a time. ... I bought the flymore bundle which comes with the controller, extra battery, wall charger, shoulder bag, propellor guards and spare propellors. ... "
" ... The Spark looks well built and everything charged just fine. ... "
" ... I had some issues with the Charger but DJI responded immediatly ... "
" ... They charge quickly and I've found last about 10-14 minutes. ... "
Setup
20instructions, dji, drones, drone, confusing
+70%
-30%
" ... Setup was easy and didn't take very long. ... "
" ... I love this little drone, it was easy to setup and easy to fly. ... "
" ... The drone was a bit tricky to setup. ... I recommend using the app and going through the setup instructions, rather than trying to follow the in box directions. ... "
" ... However, the iPhone app setup was a mission, my teenage son took a while to get it working. ... "
" ... Initial set up was laborious even for a DJI vet. ... "
" ... Lots of YouTube tutorials to help you with setup and flying. ... "
" ... P.S i flew this within 2o mins of reading instructions (very easy to fly) ... "
" ... But once it was all setup, I was in the air and loving it. ... "
Delivery
20arrived, fast, delivery, delivered, box
+95%
-5%
" ... Delivery was fast, even though it was ordered on a black Friday madness. ... So, smooth delivery. ... "
" ... As I've been writing this my 3rd battery arrived. ... "
" ... I was up and flying within an hour of getting the delivery. ... "
" ... I bought this on the Amazon Warehouse in “Used - Like New” condition. ... I was amazed when I opened the shipping box. ... "
" ... Product arrived very fast and smoothly. ... "
" ... because it came sooner than expected ... "
" ... All received in good working order. ... "
" ... Great deal and arrive promptly. ... "
Features
19sport mode, drone, spark, many features, flying
+84%
-16%
" ... Sport mode is freaking awesome. ... "
" ... You will need some patience when flying and learning the drone, so many features and modes to choose from. ... "
" ... When switched to "sport mode" this thing is stunningly fast. ... "
" ... I started in beginner mode but quickly went into normal mode. ... "
" ... The Sport mode is FUN but you need a lot of room due to the high speed. ... "
" ... the quick shot features work well as does the follow me mode. ... "
" ... If you are unsure of a bigger commitment and want a really fun and feature packed drone, then the Spark is the one. ... "
" ... I chose it mainly because of price vs features and its very small footprint. ... It is tiny and for a quad with this many features I think the price is good. ... "
Software Platform
18software, android, spark, dji, dji go 4
+50%
-50%
" ... How can you have an app (DJI go 4) that's so bad it get's less than 2 stars on the app store? ... "
" ... I tried over and over to get it to work, restarting the controller, my phone (Google Pixel 2) and the app. ... Nothing worked, the app just wouldn't let me go. ... When the app does work you are bombarded with pop up warnings constantly, very annoying ... "
" ... One star simply because the stupid app forced me to register via phone number which I don’t have when I tried to take off indoor in Shanghai. ... "
" ... A check of my phone revealed that the software was version 7. ... "
" ... then my gimbal twisted to one side and constantly twitched after finally updating the software . ... "
" ... I tried 2 different phones with the same result, not sure the "approved" Android phone list makes any difference as I was on a approved phone. ... When you launch the GO 4 app it comes up with a warning that if you don't update the firmware you will not be able to use the quad after some date, problem is everything locks up when you try to update. ... The setup for android is not simple, not documented well and you are basically on your own., Now the one I received may have been more defective than most but when a company advertise that it works with these android devices and it doesn't the product is defective and the company is misleading. ... "
" ... There are a couple GPS errors & occasional struggles with connection but those could be operator error. ... "
" ... Once I finally got the update loaded the IMU calibration kept erroring out with a IMU 1 calibration error code 71. ... "
Device Compatibility
18app, spark, wifi, android, connects
+50%
-50%
" ... First the app would not recognize that I was connected to the wifi of the controller. ... I tried over and over to get it to work, restarting the controller, my phone (Google Pixel 2) and the app. ... So I reset the wifi connections and tried connecting my phone directly to the quad. ... Many times even though your connected to the wifi of the remote or even the quad itself, the app doesn't think you are and you cant fly ... "
" ... One star simply because the stupid app forced me to register via phone number which I don’t have when I tried to take off indoor in Shanghai. ... "
" ... - the phone has gotten disconnected from the spark on 4 separate occasions while it has been flying just above me ... "
" ... I spend many hours trying to get this thing connected, it flew a total of one minute (it connected once out of many hours and I have no idea why) and would never connect again. ... I tried 2 different phones with the same result, not sure the "approved" Android phone list makes any difference as I was on a approved phone. ... "
" ... 150ft up, 200ft away and iPad overheated. ... "
" ... IF YOU HAVE AN ANDROID DEVICE BEWARE!!! ... "
" ... The remote connects to your phone wifi WIFI not usb so the stream is laggy. ... "
Picture Quality
17picture, video, image, photos, stability
+100%
" ... And the video and picture quality is still great for personal use! ... "
" ... I do a lot of 3d work and the image is perfect to place into Cinema4D R18 and Aftereffects. ... "
" ... Picture quality is sharp. ... "
" ... The JPEG quality contains enough data in the image file to edit the photos a bit. ... As with any high iso image that isn't a prosumer product, there will be noise in your nighttime images. ... "
" ... It has great stability and good picture quality. ... "
" ... Got decent images which combined gave a nice overall image with a very nice dynamic range. ... "
" ... Photos and videos are high quality. ... "
" ... Picture quality and video stabilization are great. ... "
Network
16feet, range, interference, controller, remote
+38%
-63%
" ... Thankfully I hadn't taken it higher than 25 to 30 feet and the crashes occurred at less than 10 feet off the ground. ... "
" ... Is it possible to pinpoint its location? ... "
" ... I can't get further than 400 feet without losing signal and I've tried in low interference locations and in town. ... "
" ... I flew once after that and the "return to home" feature landed the drone in a parking lot behind my house. ... So while the thing is about 50 ft away, I couldn't get it to come to me and it eventually landed in the driving lane of a grocery store because the battery died. ... "
" ... Wifi signal is terrible, it will drop and/or get so bad the picture freezes often ... "
" ... No video signal. ... "
" ... This was until the drone lost signal to the remote control and wanted to return home. ... "
" ... The return to home feature only brought it back ONE TIME, after signal disconnect. ... "
Returns
15refund, thing, sent, dji, spark
-100%
" ... Since Amazon doesn't accept returns for this type of product I'll be forced to deal with DJI and try to prove that the item is defective. ... "
" ... So definitely don't purchase anything direct from DJI and definitely make sure you can return this Spark if he doesn't stack up to the hype. ... "
" ... I have been battling with this thing for 3 weeks and today, I finally returned it. ... I don't want to go as far to say that they sent me a used product, but also there were no films over the camera and sensors, and I have had on other DJI products. ... "
" ... And of course, I bought this way in advance so by the time we tried to get it up and running the return window has closed, and now I'm stuck with this thing that doesn't work AND out a bunch of money. ... "
" ... I’ve yet to contact amazon but hoping they make this right ASAP. ... "
" ... It's a shame but I'm returning it. ... "
" ... Was unable to get refund. ... "
" ... BTW I received a replacement and it was worse than the first one, so I finally returned for refund. ... "
Fit
14spark, prop guards, prop, motorcycle, gimbal
+79%
-21%
" ... aftermarket case, backpack to keep it safe as I plan to take it on the motorcycle. ... "
" ... Everything fits perfectly in the shoulder bag. ... "
" ... Fit and finish are excellent ... "
" ... The spark is small and compact and the fly more case hold eveything you need well. ... "
" ... The hard shell with drone fits in the main pocket fine and enought outer pockets for everything else. ... "
" ... I bought a hard case that holds everything, so I'm hoping to take it on some trips and get some nice aerial images when we travel. ... I bought this case for it on Amazon, and everything fits like a glove in it. ... "
" ... 5 - A Good Case - One that will organize and safely hold everything ... "
" ... The camera is held in place by a 2-axis gimbal. ... "
Controls
13controls, gesture control, drone, gesture, controller
+62%
-38%
" ... I have never in my live had a quad I could control as easy as this Spark! ... "
" ... Controls are very responsive and precise. ... "
" ... The pause button basically parks it in air and so far it has been easy to bring it back and land gently. ... "
" ... Gesture controls are a crowd favorite . ... "
" ... It's a cool feature but you don't have as much control. ... "
" ... For first timers it will by default keep you safe and in control. ... "
" ... Controls are intuitive and comprehensive. ... "
" ... Once the cruise control was set to 28MPH the Spark was then able to consistently remain at my side. ... "
Ports
13remote, usb, connection, controller, cable to connect
+77%
-23%
" ... I had the otg cable from a tablet I had got before. ... "
" ... I also added a parabolic signal booster for the remote and the OTG cable to connect the phone to the controller. ... "
" ... After trying several mini usb cables I gave up ... "
" ... It is almost necessary to have the remote control and an OTG Cable to really enjoy this device. ... "
" ... So I use the OTG Cable and that works like a charm. ... "
" ... If you use the remote, I highly recommend connecting your phone/tablet directly to the remote using an OTG adapter rather than through wifi. ... "
" ... Using an otg cable fixes this issue. ... "
" ... And I can still use OTG cable for more reliable connection. ... "
Video Recording
13quality, 1080p, professional, footage, fantastic
+92%
-8%
" ... Both video and stills are magnificent. ... "
" ... - Video quality of 1080p is nice. ... "
" ... The video quality is fantastic and although it is only 1080p, the quality is excellent. ... "
" ... Video is quite decent. ... "
" ... The video quality is good, but not fantastic, with a 12 megapixel camera for still shots and 1080p @30 fps for movies, which is more than adequate for most users looking to fly a drone and take some fun video and photos. ... "
" ... It has a 1080p camera, which is very clear and takes pretty good video. ... "
" ... Video quality is not that bad. ... "
" ... Simple video showing the Sparks video quality ... "
Firmware
11update, drone, updates, update the firmware, fly
+55%
-45%
" ... Once I got everything charged and turned on it prompted me for a firmware update and then I was finally able to get it to connect with the app. ... "
" ... Firmware has gone smoothly. ... "
" ... I am running the most current version of iOS, the updated DJI app, and updated drone firmware. ... "
" ... There are seemingly endless firmware upgrades for the battery, for the drone, for the controller, etc etc. ... "
" ... After all the software/firmware updates, flying is a breeze . ... "
" ... Firmware update was simple! ... "
Resolution
104k, 1080p, quality, footage, drone
+100%
" ... - Video quality of 1080p is nice. ... - Only 1080p video, not 4k, but 1080p looked pretty sharp for what I needed. ... "
" ... The video quality is fantastic and although it is only 1080p, the quality is excellent. ... "
" ... ⁃ The cached video the DJI app saves on the smartphone is fun, but the true HD quality video files and pics are on the micro-SD memory card in the drone. ... You’ll need to read the manual to learn how to get the real HD footage. ... "
" ... The video quality is good, but not fantastic, with a 12 megapixel camera for still shots and 1080p @30 fps for movies, which is more than adequate for most users looking to fly a drone and take some fun video and photos. ... "
" ... 4K and longer distance would be nice. ... "
" ... It has a 1080p camera, which is very clear and takes pretty good video. ... "
" ... Video is great too - prefer 4k but will live until DJI does a firmware upgrade on these to 4k. ... 1) 4k video firmware - should be easy to do and won't compete with Mavic. ... "
" ... Feels like it's well built and good image qualty but not 4k, not even 60 frames in 1080p. ... "
Cables
10connection, cable, remote, usb, ordered
+70%
-30%
" ... I had the otg cable from a tablet I had got before. ... Though I keep seeing weak video connection in the app with the cable, it has been very stable with the cable. ... I plan to do this new battery firmware update with the otg cable to see if it fixes the back n forth with the connection loss when you do the firmware. ... "
" ... After trying several mini usb cables I gave up ... "
" ... It is almost necessary to have the remote control and an OTG Cable to really enjoy this device. ... "
" ... This baby hung in the air like it was on a wire ! ... "
" ... So I use the OTG Cable and that works like a charm. ... "
" ... Using an otg cable fixes this issue. ... "
" ... And I can still use OTG cable for more reliable connection. ... "
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