If you’ve been waiting for a deal on DJI’s FPV drone, now’s your moment. Many major retailers including B&H Photo have slashed prices across the entire Avata 2 lineup, with discounts ranging from $180 to $280 off depending on the bundle.
Here’s what’s on sale:
- Avata 2 with Goggles N3 & 1-Battery: $619 (normally $799, save $180)
- Avata 2 with Goggles N3 & 3-Battery: $789 (normally $989, save $200)
- Avata 2 with Goggles 3 & 1-Battery: $849 (normally $1,049, save $200)
- Avata 2 with Goggles 3 & 3-Battery: $1,019 (normally $1,299, save $280)
All bundles include the drone, goggles and the RC Motion 3 controller. The difference between bundles comes down to which goggles (N3 or the higher-end Goggles 3) and how many batteries you get.
Why this DJI Avata 2 sale is interesting
The Avata 2 launched in April 2024, so it’s not exactly ancient. But this sale is happening at an interesting moment in the FPV drone market.
Antigravity’s competing sale: The Insta360-backed Antigravity A1 is currently 15% off (through February 9), bringing its base bundle down to $1,359. The A1’s main differentiator is built-in 8K 360 capture. With it, you fly first, frame later in post-production. At $619, the Avata 2 now costs less than half what the A1 does, though it captures traditional framed 4K video, not 360.
Rumored DJI 360 drone: Industry rumors have been swirling for months about DJI developing its own 360 drone to compete with the A1. Nothing’s confirmed, but the FCC-approval goes a long way in proving it’s coming.
When it launches, this drone should be extremely good. After all, DJI has a history of responding to competitors with more polished, feature-rich alternatives. If a DJI 360 drone is coming, clearing Avata 2 inventory would make strategic sense.
Regulatory uncertainty: DJI continues to face regulatory pressure in the U.S., with a new FCC rule that would ban future drones (drones already for sale, or approved, like the DJI 360, would be exempt. Running aggressive sales could be a way to move inventory while they still can, or it could simply be standard retail cycling. Hard to say.
Avata 2 vs. Antigravity A1: Different tools for different jobs
At $619 versus $1,359 (on sale), the price gap is substantial. So which should you choose? Though similar on some metrics, these two drones are actually quite different and serve fundamentally different purposes.
DJI Avata 2 strengths:
- Traditional 4K/60fps video (12MP stills)
- 23 minutes flight time
- Better obstacle avoidance (downward, backward, plus emergency brake)
- Proven DJI ecosystem and support
- Half the price of the A1 (currently)
Antigravity A1 strengths:
- 8K 360-degree capture with “fly first, frame later” workflow
- Lighter at 249g (no FAA registration needed)
- Point-to-fly control system for beginners
- Creative post-production possibilities with 360 reframing
If you want immersive FPV flying with traditional cinematic footage, the Avata 2 at $619 is a strong value. If you want to experiment with 360 capture and creative reframing, the A1 offers something genuinely different, albeit at double the price.
- Buy the Antigravity A1 drone now directly from Antigravity.
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- Buy the Antigravity A1 drone now from B&H Photo.
Avata 2: what goggles should you choose?
The biggest choice you’l make — assuming you want to get in on the Avata 2 sale — is whether to go for the N3 (cheaper) versus Goggles 3 (which makes things more expensive).
Goggles N3 ($619/$789 bundles):
- 1080p display per eye
- Lighter, more compact
- Good enough for most recreational flying
Goggles 3 ($849/$1,019 bundles):
- Higher resolution display
- Better field of view
- Head tracking support
- Worth the upgrade if you plan to fly frequently
For most people, the N3 goggles are sufficient. The $619 single-battery combo is the entry point, though spending an extra $170 for two additional batteries ($789 bundle) makes practical sense. Hey, 23-minute flight time goes quickly.
Should you jump on the DJI Avata 2 sale now or wait?
This sale highlights how competitive the FPV drone market is becoming. A year ago, DJI had the consumer FPV space largely to itself. Now Antigravity is pushing 360 capture as a differentiator, and DJI is responding with aggressive pricing.
For consumers, competition is good news. For DJI, facing regulatory pressure while competitors enter the market, aggressive sales might be necessary to maintain position. So should you buy now or wait Here’s the calculus:
Buy the Avata 2 now if:
- You want proven FPV performance at a significant discount
- You’re not interested in 360 capture experiments
- You don’t want to gamble on rumored products with unknown launch dates
- $619 for a complete FPV system (drone, goggles, controller) fits your budget. This is a killer deal!
Wait if:
- You’re specifically interested in 360 drone capabilities
- You want to see what DJI’s rumored 360 drone offers. We don’t know when it’s coming, but I’m guessing soon.
- You can afford to be patient and see how the market develops (but possibly risk never getting a deal this good again).
The Avata 2 is a known quantity with a proven track record. At $619, it’s legitimately good value. But if DJI does launch a 360 drone in the coming months, early Avata 2 buyers might feel some regret—especially if the new model offers 360 capture with DJI’s superior obstacle avoidance and flight time.
Then again, waiting for rumored products can mean waiting indefinitely. The Avata 2 exists now, costs $619, and works well.
- Buy the Avata 2 drone now from Amazon.
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