When comparing Hexo+ vs DJI Mavic Air, the Slant community recommends DJI Mavic Air for most people. In the question“What are the best follow drones?” DJI Mavic Air is ranked 6th while Hexo+ is ranked 14th. The most important reason people chose DJI Mavic Air is:
The Air has several features that make it easy to carry around. It folds into a very compact size ( 83 × 49 x 168 mm ) and can be conveniently carried inside an included case. During transportation, the gimbal is covered with a protective plastic part. The remote control is also small enough to be handy to carry in a backpack, without its sticks getting in the way, since they can be unscrewed and stored inside the remote.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Portable
It can be folded up and transported inside a backpack.
Pro Fast
Can go up to 45 mph while tracking a subject. It won't lag behind you if you don't go over this speed.
Pro Easy to use
The Hexo+ has virtually no learning curve: you don't pilot it, it flies automatically.
Pro Extremely portable
The Air has several features that make it easy to carry around. It folds into a very compact size ( 83 × 49 x 168 mm ) and can be conveniently carried inside an included case. During transportation, the gimbal is covered with a protective plastic part. The remote control is also small enough to be handy to carry in a backpack, without its sticks getting in the way, since they can be unscrewed and stored inside the remote.
Pro Great image quality
Cons
Con GoPro isn't powered or wired
When you install a camera in the Hexo+, it doesn't receive any commands or power from the drone. You need to start recording on the ground and check you camera battery level before flying.
Con Lacks manual controls
You can't control this drone manually, you can only "direct" it.
Con High price
999$ Is a bit too much for most users, especially when compared to the prices of other drones.
Con Camera not included
Although it comes with a gimbal, the camera is not included.