DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise
2022
DJI Air 3
2023
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise lands at 90 and DJI Air 3 at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise if…
- ✓Professional or purpose-specific
- ✓Modular payloads (enterprise)
- ✓Cinematic capture (cine models)
Pick DJI Air 3 if…
- ✓Stabilized 4K+ video
- ✓Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- ✓Compact folding chassis
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testCamera
TieCompared on the camera sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Stability
TieCompared on the stability sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Flight
TieCompared on the flight sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
DJI Air 3Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
DJI Air 3 more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $3,299).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise | DJI Air 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 | 2023 |
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise
- +Professional or purpose-specific
- +Modular payloads (enterprise)
- +Cinematic capture (cine models)
- −Expensive
- −Regulatory complexity for commercial use
- −Limited flight time on pro rigs
DJI Air 3
- +Stabilized 4K+ video
- +Obstacle sensing on modern SKUs
- +Compact folding chassis
- −Regulation varies by region
- −Battery extras add up
- −Weather-sensitive
FAQ: DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise vs DJI Air 3
Which is better, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise or DJI Air 3? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise worth the price? +
At $3,299, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in camera.
Is DJI Air 3 worth the price? +
At $1,099, DJI Air 3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in camera.
Does DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise or DJI Air 3 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.
Which is the better value, DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise or DJI Air 3? +
DJI Air 3 — more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $3,299). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.