Best Tablets for DJI Mini 2

Drone pilots choose tablets because of the larger screen for viewing information and the more space for operating functions.

Tablets make the DJI Mini 2 and other drone apps’ UI more spacious, allowing a more comfortable viewing experience of the FPV video feed.

Which tablets now available on the market are best for DJI Mini 2?

Some of the best tablets to use with your DJI Mini 2 are the iPad Mini 6, Samsung Galaxy Tab S, Nvidia Shield K1, and Lenovo Tab M10 Plus. The Samsung Galaxy SMT-858 and the Samsung Galaxy A7 Lite are two other excellent tablets.

When selecting the best tablets for DJI Mini 2, we considered a wide range of criteria, such as processing speed, storage capacity, screen size, and compatibility.

Without further ado, here is a comprehensive rundown of the tablets we have tried and found to be the best for flying your Mini 2.

1. iPad Mini 6 #

Among the several tablets you can use with DJI drones, like the DJI Air 2S and DJI Mini 2, the iPad Mini 6 from Apple is among the best.

The iPad Mini 6 stands out because I have used it for hundreds of flights; its display for the DJI Mini 2 drone, content management, and editing make it a device that can do it all. 

The tablet has a similar design to the pro iPad models. It has a screen of 8.3 inches and boasts 1488 by 2266 pixels resolution, making it ideal for watching drone footage.

The iPad Mini 6’s quick performance results from its Hexa-core (2×2.93 GHz + 4xX.X GHz) CPU and A15 Bionic, 5-core GPU processors. 

You can upgrade the operating system version of this tablet from 15 to 15.7 and even to 16.1. With either 64GB or 256GB of storage space and 4GB of RAM, you can store countless photos and videos.

In addition, a USB-C connector is included for charging and data transfer with your DJI Mini 2. 

The brightness is the single issue I would have liked Apple to address. The screen is, of course, crisp and clear.

But they could have improved greatly upon the iPad Mini 5 by maintaining its brightness.

While it can produce 500 nits of light, watching HDR material while viewing outdoors, particularly on an extremely bright day, may have benefited from increased brightness.

2. Samsung Galaxy Tab S #

Samsung Galaxy Tab S is a top tablet choice for the DJI Mini 2. A 2560 x 1600 WQX ZGA display provides the highest resolution on its 8.4-inch screen.

The tablet’s contrast ratio of 100,000:1 is higher than most LCD screens, and its portability makes it easy to take it wherever you need to shoot video. 

It is powered by an octa-core processor at 1.9 GHz and 1.3 GHz. Samsung Galaxy Tab S allows you to shoot smooth action footage with your DJI Mini 2 without worrying about stuttering.

The Android KitKat operating system is preinstalled on this tablet, and future upgrades to Marshmallow and other Android versions will be possible.

3. Shield Tabet K1 #

Many gamers prefer the Nvidia Shield K1 tablet. Tablet performance and flight stand up well with drones, which is not surprising given the tablet’s formidable specifications.

If you’re an experienced drone pilot and want something that will hold up well for your DJI drone, this is it. 

Its 2.2 GHz quad-core CPU and built-in 190-core Kepler GPU make it a powerful tool for editing the footage captured by the DJI Mini 2.

The SHIELD tablet K1 has an outstanding 8-inch display with Full HD 1080p resolution and twin front-facing speakers.

The DJI Mini 2 has a MicroSD card for additional storage of up to 128 GB, so you can shoot as many pictures and videos as you like.

4. Lenovo Tab M10 Plus #

The Android 9 Pie operating system makes the Lenovo Tab M10 Plus compatible with all the drones you’re familiar with, including the DJI Mini 2.

You can choose between three different models with varying amounts of RAM and built-in storage.

• 2GB RAM 32GB internal memory
• 4GB RAM 64GB internal memory
• 4GB RAM 128GB internal memory

It boasts a 10.3-inch screen with high-definition resolution. The 2.3 GHz octa-core processor is only one of the device’s many attractive features.

You may spend the whole day transferring and editing footage shots with your DJI Mini 2, as the battery can last up to 7 hours.

5. Samsung Galaxy SMT-858 #

To operate your DJI Mini 2, the Samsung Galaxy SMT-858 is a great choice. The device sports the sleek, modern design that is the hallmark of Samsung’s line of business smartphones.

The 10.1-inch screen is just the right size, and the maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels is a nice bonus. This accessory allows you to easily navigate long distances while maintaining full control of your DJI Mini 2.

6. Samsung Galaxy A7 Lite #

As a result of its low price, many drone pilots are curious if the Samsung Galaxy A7 Lite is compatible with the DJI Mini 2 and DJI Fly App.

Even though the DJI website doesn’t endorse it, the Mini 2 worked just as well with the other tablets here. The tablet’s screen is impressive, with a size of 8.7 inches and an 800 by 1340 pixels resolution.

Samsung Galaxy A7 is powered by Android 11 and the PowerVR GE 8320 GPU graphics processor.

The DJI Mini 2 has up to 64GB of internal memory to store various files.

Featuring Android 11, an aluminum body, and a glass display, the Samsung Galaxy A7 Lite is the ideal companion for your DJI Mini 2. 

The thin, large aluminum case may impede radio signals from the antenna or phone holders. Keeping a direct line of sight between your smartphone and DJI Mini 2 is the best way to circumvent the Wi-Fi dead zone.

We found that using the tablet as a remote resulted in delays or signal disruptions whenever we turned away from the aircraft.

Can you fly DJI Mini 2 with a tablet? #

Tablet mounts are standard equipment on most drones, including the DJI Mini 2, and can hold devices up to about 6.5 inches in height.

However, you might need to invest in an adapter if you’re using a tablet that’s a little on the large side.

How to know if your tablet is compatible with DJI Mini 2 #

Even if you don’t own any of the tablets mentioned above, you may still be curious whether your tablet or smartphone is compatible with DJI Mini 2.

Use the following guidelines to know if your tablet or any other mobile device is compatible with this sub-250g DJI drone.

Meets DJI App system requirements #

DJI Mini 2 is compatible with any mobile device running Android 6.0 or later or iOS 11.0 or later. There are compatibility concerns between DJI Mini 2 and devices running Android 32-bit.

Also, make sure you’re using a 64-bit Android OS to determine whether your Android gadget is 32-bit or 64-bit. 

To ensure that you are running a 64-bit version of Android, you can use the 64Bit Checker or the AnTuTu Benchmark.

That said, DJI Mini 2 is compatible with most tablets introduced in the last few years. The most up-to-date smartphone or tablet will work best with your Mavic drone.

You should be fine with a tablet or phone that meets DJI App’s requirements, but just to be safe, keep your DJI Mini 2 within sight and fly it in an open location.

We’ve reviewed the system requirements and compatibility checklist; if your tablet or device doesn’t make either, you’ll need to upgrade.

Pick one that works for you from the compatibility list based on your preferred brand and budget.

Ensure the tablet has a GPS #

Using the GPS, you may plot your present location on a map. Only if your tablet is equipped with GPS will you be able to update your home points from a different place than where the drone takes off.

This is particularly handy when droning while running, riding a bike or boat, or moving.

Maintaining an accurate home point is essential to preventing unwanted drone landings, such as in water. If your tablet doesn’t have GPS, you might wonder how the drone finds its way home.

The drone remembers its starting location and uses that as its home base for the remainder of the flight.

Keep in mind that many tablet models are on the market, making it more difficult to find the best for your DJI Mini 2 drone.

DJI can only test some of the tablets that meet the necessary criteria. Having said that, you will likely discover that there might be superior DJI Mini tablets to those mentioned on this list.

Let us know the specifics of the tablet you think works best with DJI Mini 2.