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The DJI Mini 5 Pro 'raises the bar for beginner drones' - this five-star-rated model is a fantastic buy right now, with one caveat
Thinking about getting into drones and have a bit of cash to spend? One model you may want to consider is the outstanding DJI Mini 5 Pro - a model that we currently rank as our favorite DJI drone for most people right now.
It's a great drone, so it was a recommendation that immediately came to mind when I was browsing Best Buy's range of deals this week. While there are several models on sale right now, the retailer currently has discounts of up to $350 on a few of the higher-end Mini 5 Pro bundles, which could be particularly good if you're looking to go all-in on a bunch of accessories.
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An amazing drone - but plan on registering it
Before you jump onboard with the Mini 5 Pro, there's one minor (or rather major) caveat that you need to know - especially if you're buying a combo kit with accessories.
On paper, the Mini 5 Pro weighs 249g, which is under the FAA weight limit for designated beginner drones. That means you wouldn't technically have to register it to fly legally. However, there are some variations in weight due to the manufacturing process, which means it could potentially tip the scales. In other regions, that's no biggie, but in the US, the FAA is much stricter about weight limits.
That means you'll likely have to weigh the drone before you fly it - or, alternatively, just plan on registering it anyway. It's not a huge hassle, and it only costs $5 to get set up online. If you do that, you'll not only not have to worry about weight limits, but you can easily use the Intelligent flight batteries and any other useful accessories.
Want to know more? We asked several drone regulators covering key regions for their stance on the Mini 5 Pro.
