Care Refresh for Drones, Mavic Mini / 1-Year Plan
DJI Care Refresh is a comprehensive and reliable protection plan that provides DJI products with coverage for a range of accidental damages and natural wear.
DJI Care Refresh is available for purchase for US customers only.
Our Review
DJI Care Refresh (Mavic Mini) — Low-Cost Insurance for a Regulation-Exempt Drone
The gist: A $39 annual plan for the original DJI Mavic Mini covering accidental damage and flyaway incidents — an inexpensive safety net for content creators who rely on the Mini’s sub-250g registration exemption in many jurisdictions.
- Two replacement events: Collisions and water damage both covered within two replacement slots in the year; each replacement is new or equivalent to new.
- Flyaway coverage: One flyaway event included — meaningful for a lightweight drone that can be more susceptible to wind or interference than heavier models.
- $39 annual cost: At roughly 10% of the Mavic Mini’s original retail price, the plan provides two replacement opportunities — straightforward cost-benefit for active users.
- No extra shipping cost: DJI covers 2-way shipping on replacements; useful for remote workers who don’t have easy access to a DJI service center.
DJI’s Care Refresh guide confirms the 1-year plan covers the Mavic Mini with two replacement events and one flyaway incident, with replacements meeting original performance standards.
Best for: Mavic Mini owners who use the drone for professional content and need coverage against the accidental damage scenarios that are realistic in active field use. Skip it if: The Mavic Mini was activated more than 48 hours ago — DJI restricts plan eligibility to the first 48 hours post-activation. Runs ~$39 — check the current price before buying.
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