The Best Tablet For The Mavic Pro

If you want to get the best overview of what is happening with your Mavic Pro you have to get a tablet.

However, it is important to make sure you get or use one that is compatible with the DJI Go App and can run without crashing.

There are also a few other things to consider which I will cover in this post, so stay tuned for that below.

I will also give you a list of tablet options from both Apple’s iPad range and Android tablets you can use.

Which Tablets Are Compatible With The Mavic Pro?

There are quite a few recent models of both the iPad and a bunch of Android devices you can use with the Mavic Pro. It is best to use one that is approved by DJI themselves to ensure a problem-free flight, however, if you have one, not on the list, you can always try it in a safe area to ensure it works with no problems.

Apple iPads Compatible With The Mavic Pro

Here are the current Apple tablets approved for use with the DJI Go 4 app:

• iPad (6th gen)
• iPad (7th gen)
• iPad (8th gen)
• iPad Air (3rd gen)
• iPad Air (4th gen)
• iPad Mini 5
• iPad Pro 10.5″
• iPad Pro 11″ (1st gen)
• iPad Pro 11″ (2nd gen)
• iPad Pro 12.9″ (1st gen)
• iPad Pro 12.9″ (2nd gen)
• iPad Pro 12.9″ (3rd gen)
• iPad Pro 12.9″ (4th gen)

Android Devices Compatible With The Mavic Pro

These are some of the Android devices listed by DJI as being compatible with the DJI Go 4 app:

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A (Models: P580, P585)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8 (Models: SM-T290, SM-T290NZKAXAR)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (Model: SM-T307U)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (Models: T810, T815)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S3
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

• Google Nexus 7
• Google Nexus 9

• Lenovo A3500
• Lenovo Tab 3 8 Plus
• Lenovo Tab 4 10
• Lenovo Tab 4 10 Plus
• Lenovo Tab 4 8
• Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus
• Lenovo Tab M10 Plus

If you want even more options that the guys and gals on the Mavic Forums are keeping track of, pop over to this post.

What are The Best Tablets for the DJI Mavic Pro 2?

The tablets compatible with DJI Mavic Pro 2 are also the same ones compatible with The Mavic Pro. So, you may refer to the list above if you have the Mavic Pro 2.

Other Things To Consider When Choosing A Tablet

Although DJI have approved the above tablets for use with the Mavic Pro and DJI Go app, there are a few other things you should think about.

Tablet Dimensions

The jaws of the Mavic Pro controller can only go side wide. And the rubber inserts in the jaws are also quite tight.

I have personally fit an iPhone 5S and iPad mini in mine, but there is never a guarantee yours will fit of course.

Here are some dimensions that seem to work according to a lot of people on the forums:

• Maximum width: 8 inches give or take
• Max thickness (without removing rubber): 0.34 inches

Some people on the Mavic forums have successfully removed the rubber grips from inside the jaws to allow for more room for the tablet or a phone.

Using A Tablet Holder

No matter what size tablet you have or intend to use, you can always use a tablet holder for it. This not only gives you a lot more room for a variety of tablet sizes, it also allows you to position the tablet better for flying.

Instead of having the tablet stuck down by your stomach, you can have it high and easily visible.

Here are some great options for tablet holders for the Mavic Pro.

Wifi Only Or Mobile Tablet

There are a few things the DJI Go App needs access to the internet for. So, if you decide to save some money and buy a wifi only tablet, you will lose a couple of pieces of functionality on the app. 

This is what you will NOT be able to use:

1. Follow Me mode will not work
2. You cannot reset your home point to your current location (it will always use your take off point)
3. Maps will not be updated. You have to cache what you need on the app before leaving wifi range

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