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The Mini 5 Pro bundle stands out as a strong value for buyers who want the drone with four batteries, especially versus the pricier Fly More combo that includes only three. It is praised for quick setup, sharp image quality, and the lightweight Mini form factor, with the RC2 controller shipping fast for at least one order. The main tradeoff is the missing ND filters and storage bag, though those can be added separately. Warranty and U.S. authorization concerns come up, so the bundle feels best for shoppers focused on battery count and price.
Drone owners who want simple U.S. registration, because the Mini 5 Pro serial can validate on the FAA website and standard Remote ID is built in.
Pilots wanting a sub-250g drone that avoids registration, because real-world weights are reported above the threshold and registration may still be required.
It can need registration because many units weigh over 250g in real-world use, especially with the standard battery, and the Mini 5 Pro has standard Remote ID. FAA registration works when the serial number validates against the Declaration of Compliance, but some China-only serial ranges may not be registerable.
This bundle includes 4 batteries, while the Fly More Combo has 3 batteries and is priced around $1,159. It does not include ND filters or the oversized shoulder bag, but those can be bought separately, and the extra battery is the main value difference.
It is being sold as an authorized US retailer bundle, which matters if you want to buy domestically rather than from South Korea or AliExpress. The practical upside is easier purchasing through a US seller, though some comments dispute how much authorization matters for DJI support.
Yes, the bundle price reportedly dropped to $949 after purchase, and B&H's price-match help page is linked in the thread. One buyer says calling within 30 days resulted in a $50 refund, so it may be worth asking sales for an adjustment.
Yes, the RC2 controller was confirmed in stock by chat for at least one order, even though the item page showed it as out of stock. That order also shipped quickly via 2-day FedEx.
I am guessing the pro 5 is not band if US retailers are able to sell. I had a mini 3 for 2 months while in Asia and it was awesome. Sadly I lost it.
Yes this drone is legal in US, this month i registered my new Mini 5 Pro bought from Ali Expess with FAA no problem, the server recognized the drone serial number is for Mini 5 pro and process my registration. It weighted above 265 grams.
Yes, It weighted 275 grams,with standard battery when i first turn on , the drone have message about ID signal. I registered on FAA web site, the server recognized it is Mini 5 Pro through the serial i provided, just $5 for 3 years.
I got the fly more combo for $890, I wonder if this is better?
I'm going to assume you bought yours from a South Korea seller for that price. Yes, I agree that the mini 5 pro (or any DJI drone for that matter) is cheaper from South Korea. But for those looking to buy it from an authorized US retailer, the bundle in this listing is a great deal.
I don't know much about this. What makes this a great price? Doesn't seem like it on first glance comparisons - are there more in this set that make it more valuable than the flymore at $1100?
I don't know much about this. What makes this a great price? Doesn't seem like it on first glance comparisons - are there more in this set that make it more valuable than the flymore at $1100?
Someone mentioned earlier that this bundle comes with four batteries compared to the three batteries the fly more combo includes. Though this bundle doesn't come with ND filters and the storage bag. One can find the filters and a better storage bag on Amazon or other places. Also this bundle is coming from an authorized US seller if that matters to you.
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This is actually better for me than the Aliexpress deal since I have the payboo card and won't pay taxes. And I know if anything goes wrong, I won't be dealing with Aliexpress.
I'm going to assume you bought yours from a South Korea seller for that price. Yes, I agree that the mini 5 pro (or any DJI drone for that matter) is cheaper from South Korea. But for those looking to buy it from an authorized US retailer, the bundle in this listing is a great deal.
b&h is not an authorized us retailer
it's 2026, there are technically zero left in the u.s. the list at dji.com is empty.
what good do you think being "authorized" does now, get you a warranty or care refresh?
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Also this bundle is coming from an authorized US seller if that matters to you.
yeah and dji and their "authorized" dealers sell the 4-battery combo, huh? no such combo from a no-such "authorized" dealer.
but I know, b&h is just selling the standard combo box and that throw in an extra single battery separately. still not authorized. LOL
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in the u.s. nearly all m5p drones need to be registered whether it's using the standard or the plus battery.
since the plus battery is only a few $ more but the performance is much better than standard battery, it makes no sense to get the standard combo. exactly why b&h (and other retailers) are trying to give away these combos.
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The Mini 5 Pro bundle stands out as a strong value for buyers who want the drone with four batteries, especially versus the pricier Fly More combo that includes only three. It is praised for quick setup, sharp image quality, and the lightweight Mini form factor, with the RC2 controller shipping fast for at least one order. The main tradeoff is the missing ND filters and storage bag, though those can be added separately. Warranty and U.S. authorization concerns come up, so the bundle feels best for shoppers focused on battery count and price.
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it's 2026, there are technically zero left in the u.s. the list at dji.com is empty.
what good do you think being "authorized" does now, get you a warranty or care refresh?
but I know, b&h is just selling the standard combo box and that throw in an extra single battery separately. still not authorized. LOL
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since the plus battery is only a few $ more but the performance is much better than standard battery, it makes no sense to get the standard combo. exactly why b&h (and other retailers) are trying to give away these combos.
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