DJI
DJI Avata
2022
82
/ 100
From $1,168
VS
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base wins by 14
DJI
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base
2025
96
/ 100
From $2,099
Specdex verdict
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, DJI Avata lands at 82 and DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base at 96. That puts DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base ahead by 14 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick DJI Avata if…
- ✓Stabilized 4K+ video
- ✓Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- ✓Compact folding chassis
Pick DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base if…
- ✓Stabilized 4K+ video
- ✓Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- ✓Compact folding chassis
DJI Avata 82
vs 96 DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base
Score breakdown
DJI Avata
82 camera 82
flight 88
stability 90
features 80
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base
96 camera 96
flight 88
stability 90
features 94
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | DJI Avata | DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 | 2025 |
DJI Avata
Pros
- +Stabilized 4K+ video
- +Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- +Compact folding chassis
Cons
- −Regulation varies by region
- −Battery extras add up
- −Weather-sensitive
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base
Pros
- +Stabilized 4K+ video
- +Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- +Compact folding chassis
Cons
- −Regulation varies by region
- −Battery extras add up
- −Weather-sensitive
FAQ: DJI Avata vs DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base
Which is better, DJI Avata or DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base? +
DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base scores 96 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 14. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is DJI Avata worth the price? +
At $1,168, DJI Avata delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in stability.
Is DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base worth the price? +
At $2,099, DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base delivers a Specdex score of 96 — strongest in camera.
Does DJI Avata or DJI Mavic 4 Pro · Base last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.