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Drone Comparison

DJI Matrice 350 RTK vs Matrice 4E: Flagship vs Compact

An expert comparison to help you choose the right equipment for your project.

Feature DJI Matrice 350 RTK DJI Matrice 4E
Flight Time 55 min 45 min
Payload 2.7 kg -
RTK Built-in Optional
IP Rating IP55 -
Payloads L3/P1/H30/H30T -
Option A DJI

DJI Matrice 350 RTK

Ultimate Enterprise

The M350 RTK is DJI's flagship with 55-min flight, IP55, and swappable professional payloads.

Pros

  • Swappable payloads
  • 55-min endurance
  • IP55 weather
  • LiDAR capable
  • Maximum flexibility

Cons

  • Large transport
  • Higher investment
  • Complex setup
  • Two-person ideal

Best For

LiDAR surveysMulti-sensor opsAll-weather missionsMaximum capability
Option B DJI

DJI Matrice 4E

Compact Enterprise

The M4E delivers enterprise-grade imaging in a compact, one-person deployable package.

Pros

  • Compact size
  • One-person deploy
  • Quick setup
  • Lower cost
  • Great zoom

Cons

  • Fixed sensor
  • No LiDAR
  • No payload swap
  • RTK optional

Best For

Visual inspectionsSolo operatorsQuick deploymentsTravel missions

Our Expert Verdict

Tie - Choose Based on Your Needs

M350 for maximum capability and payload flexibility. M4E for portable visual work.

Choose DJI Matrice 350 RTK if...

Choose M350 when you need LiDAR, multi-sensor, or heavy payloads.

Choose DJI Matrice 4E if...

Choose M4E for compact visual inspection requiring one-person deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M4E an M350 replacement?

No. M4E is compact visual-only. M350 is for LiDAR, P1, and multi-sensor operations.

Equipment Used

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DJI
DJI

DJI Matrice 350 RTK

Previous Heavy-Lift Platform

Max Takeoff Weight 9.2 kg
Max Payload 2.7 kg
Flight Time 55 minutes (no payload)
Existing fleet operations Budget-conscious LiDAR work
DJI
Current Gen
DJI

DJI Matrice 4E

Compact Photogrammetry Champion

Flight Time 56 minutes
Max Speed 75 km/h
Wind Resistance Level 7 (15 m/s)
Construction progress monitoring Property surveys

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