DJI Neo vs The Gauntlet (Autonomous Tracking Test)

Here's a real-world test of the DJI Neo and it's ActiveTrack/Follow-Me feature, and how it actually works. I test it out in cycling, and running, across a variety of both easy and hard conditions to see how it compares, and talk a bit about my experience with it and the Hover X1 in these types of challenges.

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[Steve-cczg]

I love the "Labrador Mode", where it doesn't do anything until it recognizes you and then just bolts at you with no regard. That's funny.

[ChaseTheSummit]

The best part about DCR drone videos is when you talk to them like they’re toddlers “c’mon little buddy! You can do this!”

[TwistedShrapnel]

Holy crap, that running follow me was incredible

[edittide]

As a cyclist Ray’s review was the one I waited for. Needing to know the max speed the Neo can realistically follow, extent of its ability to avoid crashing without obstacle avoidance, quality of footages and ease of use from a cyclist standpoint.

Based on what I have seen here the I will wait for Ray’s review of the Hover Air Max Pro before deciding on my selfie drone👍

[jhoff]

This was definitely the only review I was waiting for.

[stevenlay]

DC Rainmakers reviews are by-far the comprehensive and well researched! Massive respect for you man! 🙏

[outaouaispov]

Finally! A reviewer that assesses the speed for sports! Thank you! Was on a chat with DJI and they told me speed was only 20km/ hr. I have the HoverAir X1 and think it is slightly faster.

[viruslib]

Saw many reviews of neo and you’re the only one to mention the speed and follow issues, great efforts as usual, ray, thx

[flyeatlove]

Most honest, comprehensive and funny review of Neo I've seen so far, great job!

[lugucupu]

The most comprehensive and fun drone review EVER!🎉

[joshgolo]

Dc rainmaker is my go to guy for tech testing. Really appreciate your methodical testing. Thanks im waiting to see the new hover airs 😊

[BikingBadwithTC]

Subject tracking is impressive, better than most costing many times more. Well done DJI! Now couple improvements for v2: faster speed when subject tracking (ex, for skiing, MTBing, ..) and improved video quality (4K 30 looks like 1080 30). Helpful in-depth review, thanks!

[scoro]

New camera sports tech comes out, first and best place to check is DC Rainmaker. Thanks for another good test video.

[willsintheair]

I just let out an audible "yes!" and fist pumped when I saw you uploaded. These tests are THE standard in follow-me testing.

[spicygaming]

I liked that you're calling it like a pup and I also loved the drone for following in that many Thick bushes without almost losing you ❤

[Rvalivesound]

This little automated thing flies through the trees/scraggle as well or maybe better than I do in manual mode with my favorite tinyhawk/tinywhoop. Thanks for this in depth video about this new thing.

[mlegrand]

I was hoping to hear your opinion on this little guy. Thank you for making this one. 👍

[seanp]

Honest and good review, also highlighting the drone’s limitations

[KaioshinAemi]

This man is the best doing these tests. The rest of other people are garbage. The follow mode acceptable when running in the trails. Not so good on bicycle though. I still love my Hoverair X1.

[fernando_dominguez]

As soon as I saw the DJI neo launch I was pretty skeptical about its tracking abilities. Had to see your review... Thanks for keeping reality in check and saving me $300 bucks!