The Mini 2 SE is rated for temperatures between 32-104°F, while the Mini 3 has a range of 14-104°F.
Has anyone used the Mini 2 SE in temperatures below freezing? I’m thinking about getting the Mini 2 SE but need to fly it in sub-freezing conditions. If it’s not feasible, I’d opt for the Mini 3 instead.
The drone itself isn’t the problem, but the batteries are. I’ve used my Mini SE in temperatures as low as -6°C with no issues. Just keep the batteries warm, and be aware that their lifespan will be shorter in cold conditions.
The drone itself isn’t affected by the temperature, but the batteries are. If you warm the batteries for 5 minutes before flying, you shouldn’t have any issues.
Thanks. It’s strange that the batteries have different temperature ranges since they’re both lithium-ion. I can’t think of any other reason for the difference between the two drones unless they use different materials in their construction.
Well if you can afford it I would get the regular mini 3. Where I am it’s $400 cheaper than the mini 3 pro and a better drone for Reasons. There’s nothing wrong with the mini 2 SE but the camera and the flight time is far better on the mini 3. You can get long range batteries for the mini 3 that aren’t available for the mini 2 SE. there’s a huge leap in battery technology between the two drones, the mini 3 is pushing an hour now. That being said the mini 2 SE is a good solid drone but to save money they put the camera from the original mini 1 on it so it’s not great but it keeps the price down. In Canada the regular mini 3 is $600 for the drone, a battery and the controller. The mini2 SE is around $500 for the flymore kit so it kind of depends on your budget. I have a couple mini 2’s and both mini 3’s and the best bang for your buck is the regular mini 3. Now I know that’s going to make Baby Jesus Cry because I’m not voting for the mini 3 pro but that’s tough shit. The mini 3 is slightly more expensive but rather more advanced than the mini 2 SE
Thanks again for all the advice.
No problem, either option is solid, but the extended flight time is a significant advantage for me, even without considering the improved camera. The Fly More Kit for the Mini 3 costs around $350 and includes two long-range batteries, a charger, a case, and a few other accessories, making it a great deal. Alternatively, you could just buy one extended flight battery if you prefer. Since charging the battery in the drone takes a long time, the charger is definitely worth it. Ultimately, it depends on how much you plan to fly.
I have the Mini 4 Pro, and the charging times on the drone aren’t bad. I use a 60-watt charging block with robust 100-watt cables, which charges both the three-battery block and the drone. In fact, the drone charges faster than the first battery in the charging block.
You are saying that a 60 watt charger doesn’t charge the battery as fast as just plugging the drone into the wall? I’ve always heard that you sacrifice battery life by using a heavy duty charger
It’s plugged into the wall and is 60 watts. I use a three-battery charger, and it charges the drone faster than a single battery in the charger, provided everything else is the same. Standard chargers are typically only 30 watts. While fast charging or charging when the battery isn’t fully depleted might impact battery life, I’m not too concerned for a few reasons: 1. You can’t fly with a depleted battery. 2. In this line of work, batteries are a disposable resource, and I’m prepared to use them up if needed, especially if I crash. 3. Fast charging affects less than 1% of battery life, so it’s minimal. Just do your research, understand your equipment, and fly safely.
Ya I still don’t see a need to use a 60 watt charger, it’s going to affect the batteries one way or another
With 4 drones, 16 batteries, 3 controllers, 2 cellphones, my laptop, and lights all needing to charge, I only have 4 outlets available for everything, this includes my PC and peripherals, stove, coffee pot, fridge, and microwave. So, things need to charge quickly. Losing 1% of battery life seems like a fair trade-off compared to the 5% you might lose from improper storage, or from keeping them too hot or too cold.
The mini 3 battery is quite a bit bigger than the mini 2 battery and has newer technology that’s why the extended range