I bought a Specta Mini! - Introduction and First Flight!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2025
- In this video I unbox the Specta Mini and take it on a full test flight review. I bought drone while it was on sale on Amazon for $219. Much like it's twin the DJI Mini 4K, it is a lot of drone for the money!
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Finally a Mini drone that can rival the DJI Mini drones, LOL. This is what I would recommend for a beginner drone, not the Neo or the Flip. Great video Marcus, thanks for sharing.
I agree, for someone that wants to check out the hobby, this one is a great deal. Thank you Ron!
I agree to skip on neo and flip but this is just a mini 2. Of which I got the SE version for $200 this christmas on amazon.
Great video an great drones..Watching from Laredo, Spain Europe
Thank you so much!
Awesome Marcus, another fantastic review mate and a cracking price for that drone too ! 🙂👍
Thank you! It's a nice little drone! 🙂
Awesome video as always. I bought the Specta Mini and Air back in November and love both. Always wanted a DJI and after much research, I found both to be identical to the DJI models. Getting batteries was difficult but Specta eventually restocked them. Their customer service is also pretty good.
Thank you! Glad to hear you're enjoying your drones! The Air is a nice drone as well!
Amazon I see the Spectra Mini is $219 and DJI Mini 4K is $299. However, the Spectra does not appear to have option to purchase fly more combo with extra batteries and charger base. I remember you saying the batteries are not cross compatible. The Specta appears to have the same DJI style care refresh support, but has anyone tested it (or is it really just going to DJI centers, lol). Depending on these factors, I would rather purchase the OG DJI Mini 4K fly more combo, which is still a great deal.
There is no Fly More combo for the Specta Mini. You can buy batteries separately though.
The only issue I have is there's no way to turn off the audio.... I get it if it's your 1st 10 times flying ever, but that gets annoying really fast. If there is a way, I haven't found it yet.
This is probably the best bang for your buck when considering everything it offers. You get the in air stability and camera quality that you expect from DJI at a bargain price. It would be hard to find something from any of the other brands that even come close. I picked one up a few months ago to get back into drones after a 10 year hiatus. My first was a Yuneeq Q500. It was so much larger and a handful to fly and keep in the air. It was full of features for that time, even included a remote with a built in screen! However modern drones are just so much better. The Mini has been fantastic and I would highly recommend it for first time flyers or even as a very fun and capable drone to carry regularly. My only gripe is the time it takes to get batteries. I ordered a spare for mine when I purchased the drone and it arrived just shy of 2 months. Sure wish the DJI ones would work as not only are they usually available, but they are a tad cheaper too. Sorry for the book here but looking forward to seeing more content with this drone! It’s truly fantastic and has restored my love in the hobby!
Thank you! I agree, it's a great drone and very easy to use! More to come with the Specta Mini!
Nice work Marcus 👍
Thank you @INTELMAXELL!! 👍
You can't go wrong at that price for pretty much a Mini 4K. I'll try to catch up on your videos when my treatment finishes up. Great video, Marcus 👍
Thank you Alan! Take care my friend!
Geez Marcus! Another good review AND another drone in your fleet. I hope it never stops. 😄 I wonder if the Specta brand will dodge a ban if there ever is one.
I wonder about that potential ban too Barkley. This one is made in Malaysia, so I presume we will not see any tariff increases either.
The phone call interruption has happened to me. That's why I love the dedicated controller screen.
I always forget to put my phone in Airplane mode.
@IdahoQuadcopter There's a good way to go if you like using the phone best.
I use an old phone without cell service that I dedicate to just my drone. It stays in my flight bag, has my electronic Trust cert on it and only apps that are relevant to the task.
The similarities between the Specta and the Mini 2 is incredible. Great comparisons Marcus. Have a great weekend.
Thank you! They're pretty much identical!
They are the same thing. Just has a brand swap and no RC 2 controller upgrade.
I bought one. My first drone. 100% satisfied. Had it for about three weeks.
It's a great little drone, isn't it? 👍
I have the mini 2, with no intention soon of changing up from it, it does exactly what I need it to do!
I understand. 👍
Same with my OG Mavic Mini
Seems like a great gift drone to get some friends interested in the hobby.
I agree, a good choice for a gift! 👍
You picked up the shadows of the trees. Cool natural lighting effect.
Thank you very much!
Hope they do a mini3 pro version next
Yes, that would be great!
I've been thinking about getting one of these. Nice review
Thank you! I'm enjoying the little drone!
Hey Marcus. One of my buddy's bought this Specta about 4 months ago and I have to agree it's the same as the other dji mini's. Good stuff, especially for the price. Nice job . 👍
Yes, they did a nice job with this little DJI clone. Thank you Dman!
Great price. And a nice product review
Thank you, I really liked this little drone!
Great video Marcus! Good drone for the money
Thank you Capt. Ray!!
Nice review. Video looks good, it's stable (maybe a tiny yaw on the horizon?) If it could link to the DJI RC-2 controller, it would be a bargain.
Thank you! Just like the DJI Mini 4K this one will only work with the standard controller.
Very good review and the footage looked good
I agree, I thought it looked pretty sharp.
I got the potensic atom and couldn't be happier, this looks great as well though
I like my Atom too. 👍
I have the ruko f11gm2 , dji min4 pro and this one. I fly the specta everyday. I love it. I too paid 219..bought 2 xtra batteries..a charger and a case. It goes with me everywhere.
That's awesome! I'm glad you're enjoying it!
We look forward to your upcoming videos of this one - put it through its paces. You usually don’t go through the whole setup of a new drone. Can you elaborate on the kinds of things they want you to do? I’m sure many of us wouldn’t be sure how to answer the questions or what should just be skipped. Thanks.
I sure hope the $219 price wasn’t just a one time thing. All other things being equal, that is a BIG factor on what to buy. It’s unfortunate that the company, as well as DJI, is only using Amazon to sell these. I have PayPal money waiting and Amazon won’t take it.
I see it's on sale again for $219. It's well worth the money! 👍
thanks for sharing this info, the amazon link goes to - DJI Mini 4K Two-Battery Combo, Drone - cant seem to find a specta mini in the uk as yet, I would like to get my hands on one for testing and comparison, thanks again for the video.
Thank you! I'm not sure about the UK, I did just check my link and the drone is on sale again for $219.
awsome review Marcus.
Thank you Henry!
I bought the Specta Air a few months ago... it is basically the same as DJI Air 3 with RC2 controller (minus AR updates). My only gripe is the lack of availability of additional batteries.
Yes, their version of the Air 3 is a really nice product!
Great review , thinking of selling my newly purchase Deerc d65 for this specta mini lol wind is pushing my d65 on hover , specta mini is solid
You will not regret buying the Specta Mini. 👍
Totally different level of drone compared to the d65
Hey Marcus, I have a problem with my dji mini 3. Every flight, even after calibration. The altitude height display is never correct. Have you had a similar problem? Any recommendations? Thank you in advance ☺️
I'm not sure why that would be. You may want to contact DJI support.
Nice review Marcus..£319 on Amazon here but still not bad value for a first drone
Wow, I suspect the Mini 4K is less. Thank you for dropping by Steve!
The Specta Air is also a great deal.
It sure is.
I love mine. It is very reliable, unlike the Atom that I had to return.
This drone is a high quality product. I agree.
Hi....i couldn't tell, but does the FPV screen have the attitude indicator on the bottom left?
Yes, you can engage that by tapping on the little map in the bottom left.
DJI will crush this manufacturer
What if I told you DJI is the manufacturer.
I did just order a spectre off Amazon and actually there was a $40 credit as of February 1st don't know if it's still available total ended up to be around 242 and I took the option of 12- months same as cash. Hope this helps your subscribers.
Congratulations on your new drone!!
Thanks My wife bought me a DJI mini 4K kit for Christmas but winter here so haven't taken it out yet.@@IdahoQuadcopter
Marcus, how long before your Government get wind of these drones and because they are a copy of the Mini 4k start to try and impose the restrictions they have on DJI do you think?
Yes, I see your point. I hope not.
Aunque sea de marca blanca sabe como saludar a la bandera 👏👏👏
Ha! Yes, it did the flag circle nicely! 😄
This is an excellent drone. I frequently engage in self-dialogue; indeed, I find these internal conversations to be quite productive.😅
Chris it's a way of life for me. 🤪
Great video. I love the drone. I do have a question for you, though. I have a very hard time actually have never been able to hook my phone successfully to a drone. It always tells me strong Wi-Fi but no internet . My Wi-Fi just is unacceptable. Does this need Wi-Fi? Thanks;
No , doesn't need wifi
No WiFi or internet connection need for this one, except when you activate it on your first flight.
Boy if I was in the market for a mini drone you would have sold it to me. So many of the drone that you have tested I would never send the money on. Not so with this one.
I agree John, it's a great drone for the price!
Marcus, can you provide me an actual count of how many drones you own? 😳
Eddie, man cannot live on bread alone. He needs drones to sustain him.
@ 😂😂😂
Marcus, just saw your vid. Glad I did. I do not own a drone. I have been looking for a good quality, fully featured, sub 249 gram drone to cut my teeth on. I am a backpacker and the drone will be heavily used for that. I wanted dji but have been scared away because of price and the ban potential. This looks good but really wanted obstacle avoidance and follow me feature. Any thoughts?
This one only has downward sensors. If you want OA, you'll need to spend quite a bit more.
Hi! I see you don't have a drone and want to use one while backpacking. That's awesome. Please know that flying in National Parks and many state parks is illegal. Also, don't fly over 400 feet above ground level. Since you watch Marcus' channel, you probably already know that. Enjoy your drone!
I wanna show you everything this drone can do. Please see my review of the mini 4k. Thanks for watching! 😅
More to come with this one. 👍
Amazon 269.00 now
It's back to $219.
I thought you had one of those before , Marcus ???😮
No, Specta sent them out to some of the bigger drone channels like Bill The Drone Reviewer. I waited for a sale and bought one.
@@IdahoQuadcopter, actually , when i saw this Review and you mentioned that Price , i went straight to Amazon to Buy one but the Price had changed already , I was going to Order one right away !!! That was a Steal of a Deal , You did what i would have done despite having those other Mini's in your Arsenal and i have three Mini-2's here !!!!😀 Great Marcus !!! Great Review . Take Care .
Does the Specta mini have waypoints ?
No waypoint feature for this one.
Nice 🤝😎
Thank you Jesus!
Horseshoe pits? Oh yeah, Idaho!😅
It's a cool park!
Does this drone have waypoints?
Not on this drone.
What does that 700 feet part mean? I live at 6k feet.
I suspect you mean that you live at 6000ft above MSL. This refers to class E airspace above 700 ft. AGL.
Amazon currently has the DJI Mini 4k for $238.99.
I saw that earlier, but now they're sold out. 👍
@@IdahoQuadcopter I had been considering buying one, so I grabbed one last night. Best price that I've seen.
Just checked.
They are showing "In Stock" again.
How does it compare to Potensic atom ?
Came here to ask this😂
I love my little atom
@@mmancino1982 Potensic atom 2 coming soon . Really want something with a low light camera
@ I haven't found many videos on it. From the two I saw it doesn't seem like there are really any meaningful upgrades?
I love my atom
It depends on what you want out of your drone. I'll do a side by side test soon.
Hello there is a coupon 40.00 off still the same price. thank you for the video.
I noticed that today.
Is it true that Specta doesn't have geozones?
Yes this is true. Specta does not have geozones.
No Geozones on this one. DJI no longer has them in the US now either.
It’s looks as good as my mini2.
219.00 bucks one battery right?
It’s a great deal for the price! It's essentially the same as your Mini 2 Bob.
It's the same thing.
@ I realize that. I was actually asking if it was just one battery.
@ Just one.
Does it do good night flying
Not really. In the city it's fair at night because of surrounding lights. In the neighborhood....i wouldn't recommend. As for normal use i use mine at 1080p 48 fps. Amazing. All functions are great. As far as 10km....I could only get 4700ft. That could be because of interference.
It would, but you would need at add a strobe light. It has no special night features.
has the app been working well for you guys- a review said thay had issues with the app n no support... could be an idiot or a competitor just making stuff up....
The app has been working flawlessly for me so far. 👍
Cant blame dji for reaching out
👍👍
is dji banned in the us? is that djis way of getting round the ban? .....what is going on here?
No, it's just a DJI clone. It's made in the same factory.
link just comes up mini 4k 2 batteries $395
I don't know. I just clicked it and it showed the Specta Mini. amzn.to/40HmB8N
@@IdahoQuadcopterI clicked your link as well as it went right to the drone you’re reviewing! It’s def not a bad price point that’s for sure. I already have the DJI mini 2 SE and based on your review they look very similar which is good to know!! Have a great weekend.
Marcus,
Amazon is confusing. Does it have a "Fly More" kit option?
On their site 1 is $269 and is is $399 (without $40 coupon).
The $269 one is "Grey"
The $399 one is "Silvery".
Strange they would charge that much for a different color. I would think it would be a "Fly More Kit" with extra batteries and stuff for the price difference, not a color difference.
I saw that too. There is no Fly More option that I know of. Specta does sell extra batteries though.
That doesn't make sense to me. $130 more for a color that you can't even tell the difference humm.
@@clamninja5210 I was wondering the same thing when I ordered mine last week and from what I was able to research I couldn't find any differences. What I'm really trying to find information on now is if a skin for DJI mini 4 K will fit on the Specta Mini...
@dannyg402012 id keep watching it. I saw that before. They both eventually went to 219.00 so I snagged it up. Its my to go drone. I'm too scared to fly my mini 4 pro. Lol.
@@erasmoalaniz I had a mini 2. I like the Mini 4k but this one is the same and cheaper. I might grab it and find an extra battery. The Mini 4 pro is and almost bought it but the price.... A lot of features like Tracking, and options I really wouldn't need so not really worth me paying that much. Obstacle Avoidance is great but my obstacles are Phone wires and high-power wires which no Drone will avoid 100% of them time. This is a great deal for this one. Mini 4k was going o be my choice but I forgot about this one until I seen this review again. Mini 4k Clone