How many batteries do you use?

[marshvet]

I just received a brand new battery from DJI for my 2S, it was an Air 2 battery on the box. The two batteries perform exactly the same and are completely interchangeable. Both batteries are "advanced" Intelligent Flight Batteries.

I know. I have no idea why they are different. I know they are "interchangeable" but with the slightly higher MaH and Wh, I wonder if it may even last just a bit longer. I tried to ask DJI what the difference was and why they do not sell the "newer" version and got no answer.

 

[Yaros]

I fly the Air 2, which has similar flight times to the Air 2S (2-3 minutes more, actually). I have 3 batteries (fly more combo) and I'm satisfied with what I have. I don't need more than that, but it really depends on how much you will fly your drone, as the batteries don't charge quickly (takes about 1.5 hours with stock charger).

 

[mobilehomer]

I know. I have no idea why they are different. I know they are "interchangeable" but with the slightly higher MaH and Wh, I wonder if it may even last just a bit longer. I tried to ask DJI what the difference was and why they do not sell the "newer" version and got no answer.

Higher MaH, but lower voltage. I have several of both batteries and can tell no real difference.

 

[Triple7]

3 per drone

 

[pati0furniture]

I bought the fly more combo planning on maybe picking up a 4th battery later on...but then I saw Amazon has "renewed" batteries right now for $46. So I ordered 2 since they're basically half price and nearly all the reviews are positive. Plus I can just send them back if they're bad. Many reviews say they're getting batteries that are unused/0 charge cycles. We'll see later tonight when I pick them up heh.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Intelligent Flight Battery - Replacement Spare Battery 3500mAh 34min Flight Time Accessory for Drone (Renewed) https://a.co/d/e7gWmZf

 

[mobilehomer]

I bought the fly more combo planning on maybe picking up a 4th battery later on...but then I saw Amazon has "renewed" batteries right now for $46. So I ordered 2 since they're basically half price and nearly all the reviews are positive. Plus I can just send them back if they're bad. Many reviews say they're getting batteries that are unused/0 charge cycles. We'll see later tonight when I pick them up heh.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Intelligent Flight Battery - Replacement Spare Battery 3500mAh 34min Flight Time Accessory for Drone (Renewed) https://a.co/d/e7gWmZf

I have three, One had one charge, one had three and 2 had zero.

 

[pati0furniture]

I have three, One had one charge, one had three and 2 had zero.

Nice! With the money I saved I bought the Hanatora 4 slot parallel charger too, so hopefully I'll get lucky and get good batteries.

 

[Tufargon]

With my MA2 I just sold I had 3. With my newly aquired M2P I only have one but I will be buying 2 more.

 

[mobilehomer]

Nice! With the money I saved I bought the Hanatora 4 slot parallel charger too, so hopefully I'll get lucky and get good batteries.

I have this charger and it is great.

 

[bmcelya]

I carry six batts, knowing that the old ones could tank any time. Don’t want to be left standing on one foot trying to kick myself.

 

[frcaloy]

How many batteries do most people use on a routine basis?

I have 4 but I usually use just 2.

 

[shawgod]

I have 8 Batteries. I use all 8 in a day usually.

 

[13_Dragons]

I have both Air 2 and Air 2S, The Air 2 is back up now. But I have 5 Batteries

 

[DanJ]

I use my Air 2S for still photography.
By the time the sun has gone high in the sky and I am headed home, I might have used two batteries.
I bought the drone with the more kit so I have three batteries.
For me it's overkill.

 

[Deleted member 173459]

I bought the fly more combo planning on maybe picking up a 4th battery later on...but then I saw Amazon has "renewed" batteries right now for $46. So I ordered 2 since they're basically half price and nearly all the reviews are positive. Plus I can just send them back if they're bad. Many reviews say they're getting batteries that are unused/0 charge cycles. We'll see later tonight when I pick them up heh.

DJI Mavic Air 2 Intelligent Flight Battery - Replacement Spare Battery 3500mAh 34min Flight Time Accessory for Drone (Renewed) https://a.co/d/e7gWmZf

Thanks for the heads up! I have three batteries with the fly more combo, but picked up another one (and probably more soon) with this recommendation.

 

[marshvet]

Thanks for the heads up! I have three batteries with the fly more combo, but picked up another one (and probably more soon) with this recommendation.

I will be curious to hear what you find out about these batteries once you receive them. Thanks for the heads up.

 

[Deleted member 173459]

If the battery is good, I will be picking up several more.

 

[wisefish]

I take 8 batteries when I go out to fly a cool location. I do a lot of hyperlapse and get enough pics for 15 seconds of video per battery. I have bought a total of 6 of the "refurbished" batteries off Amazon and they are a steal at $46. I have never had an issue with any of them and one has 217 charge cycles. I also highly recommend the Hanatora charger. I use it frequently to charge batteries in my truck if I'm on the move and flying all day long. I use the stock DJI charger when I am charging at home and there is no rush though. I just feel like the stock DJI charger is probably better for maintaining long-term battery health due to lower the lower charging amperage.

 

[Deleted member 173459]

The Amazon refurbished Air 2S battery came in today and only two charges were on it. I will be picking up more as they are a 1/3 of the price of a new one.