DJI Mini 5 Pro Canada: Costco vs Fly More Combo
By Ben Walker
If you are shopping for a DJI Mini 5 Pro in Canada, the Costco bundle is the better-value package for many buyers. Costco includes four standard batteries, while the standard DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo includes three. Costco does not include the DJI shoulder bag or ND filters, but its regular warehouse price observed by YepSavings was also CA$230 lower than the comparable package at Best Buy Canada.
I bought the Costco bundle and have since used it in several Vancouver settings, from open areas to the busier downtown waterfront. The drone has been light to carry, easy to control, and surprisingly quiet. I also bought my own dedicated backpack and DJI RC 2 screen protector, which filled two of the most practical gaps in the Costco package.
Quick verdict: Choose the Costco bundle if you value an extra battery, a lower starting price, and the freedom to select your own bag and filters. Choose the standard Fly More Combo if you want a DJI bag and ND filters ready to use on day one.
The DJI Mini 5 Pro bundle I purchased from Costco Canada.
In This Guide
What Comes in the DJI Mini 5 Pro Costco Bundle?
The Costco bundle I bought is item 1432121, model CP.MA.00000987.01. When I opened the box, it included:
- DJI Mini 5 Pro drone
- DJI RC 2 controller with a built-in 5.5-inch display
- Four standard Intelligent Flight Batteries
- Two-way charging hub
- Four spare pairs of propellers
- Gimbal protector
- USB-C to USB-C data cable
The unusual part is the fourth battery. Most standard Fly More packages include three batteries in total, so the Costco version gives you one more battery to use during a day out without requiring a separate purchase.
Costco does not list a shoulder bag, ND filter set, microSD card, or USB-C wall charger in this bundle. Those omissions matter, but they are also accessories you can choose according to your own needs.
The Costco box clearly shows the DJI RC 2 and four included batteries.
DJI Mini 5 Pro Canada Prices: Costco vs Fly More Combo
The closest comparison is the standard DJI Mini 5 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2, not the heavier Fly More Combo Plus.
| Costco bundle | Standard Fly More Combo | |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian price checked | CA$1,199.99 regular | CA$1,429.99 at Best Buy |
| Price difference | Baseline | CA$230 more |
| Controller | DJI RC 2 | DJI RC 2 |
| Standard batteries | 4 | 3 |
| Charging hub | Included | Included |
| Spare propeller pairs | 4 | 3 |
| Shoulder bag | Not listed | Included |
| DJI ND8/32/128 filters | Not listed | Included |
| Best for | Battery rotation and lower total cost | Complete DJI kit in one box |
Best Buy Canada’s Fly More Combo listing confirms three standard batteries, three spare propeller pairs, a shoulder bag, and the DJI ND8/32/128 filter set. Its price was CA$1,429.99 when checked on July 25, 2026.
YepSavings observed the Costco bundle at a regular warehouse price of CA$1,199.99. It also recorded a CA$1,079.99 promotion ending July 13, 2026. That promotion has expired, so it should be treated as price history rather than a current deal.
Is the DJI Mini 5 Pro Costco Bundle Better Value?
The comparison is easier to understand when the missing accessories and extra battery are considered together.
At the regular prices checked, the standard Fly More Combo costs CA$230 more. That higher price gets you the DJI shoulder bag and ND filters, but Costco gives you a fourth standard battery instead.
A single DJI Mini 5 Pro Intelligent Flight Battery was listed at CA$95.99 by Best Buy Canada when checked on July 25, 2026. Retail prices change, and this is not a claim that the Costco battery creates an exact CA$95.99 bundle saving. It does show that the fourth battery is a meaningful inclusion rather than a minor extra.
Another simple way to look at the comparison is the accessory budget:
- At Costco’s CA$1,199.99 regular price, you have CA$230 of room before reaching the standard Fly More Combo price.
- At the previously observed CA$1,079.99 Costco sale price, that room increased to CA$350.
- If your preferred backpack and ND filter set cost less than that difference, the Costco setup can still cost less overall—and you keep the fourth battery.
This does not mean the Costco bundle is automatically right for everyone. Some buyers may prefer the fit and finish of DJI’s own bag and filters. The advantage is that Costco lets you put the price difference toward the accessories you will actually use.
For the latest observed warehouse price, sale history, and expiry information, check the Costco DJI Mini 5 Pro price page on YepSavings.
My DJI Mini 5 Pro Experience in Vancouver
I have now used the DJI Mini 5 Pro in several types of Vancouver environments, from more open areas to the busier downtown waterfront. I have also photographed Vancouver at night, including the lights around Science World and views toward Lions Gate Bridge.
The first thing I noticed was how easy it is to carry. The drone is light enough that adding it to a day out does not feel like carrying another large piece of camera equipment. With a dedicated backpack, I can keep the drone, controller, charging hub, batteries, and cables together without the bag feeling heavy.
It is also quieter than I expected. It is still a drone and should be kept a safe distance from other people, but the sound does not feel as intrusive as that of a larger aircraft.
Controls and Return-to-Home
The controls have felt smooth and responsive. Takeoff, turning, and changing the camera angle all feel straightforward, while the screen built into the DJI RC 2 means I do not have to attach my phone before each flight.
The one-tap Return-to-Home feature is especially reassuring when flying somewhere unfamiliar. I still confirm the home point, Return-to-Home altitude, surroundings, and remaining battery before relying on it. It is a useful safety feature, not a replacement for pre-flight planning or keeping the drone in sight.
Signal in Busy Areas
In open areas, the connection has felt stable. In a busy downtown waterfront environment, however, I experienced a brief reduction in signal strength. Dense buildings and wireless interference may have contributed, so I would not treat the advertised maximum transmission distance as a practical target.
That experience made me more conservative in complicated urban settings: keep the aircraft visible, keep it reasonably close, watch the connection, and leave enough battery to return safely.
Night Photos Around Vancouver
The night results have been one of the most enjoyable parts of using the Mini 5 Pro. From the photos I captured, the illuminated Science World area and Vancouver’s night skyline came out better than I initially expected.
The photographs below will be more useful than a long list of camera specifications because readers will be able to judge the real results for themselves.
Science World and False Creek photographed with my DJI Mini 5 Pro.
Vancouver at blue hour.
Lions Gate Bridge and the Vancouver skyline at night.
Why the Fourth Battery Matters
Battery count has made a bigger difference to my experience than I expected. One battery is enough for a short flight, but time passes quickly when I change locations, wait for the right composition, or try the same shot from another angle.
The fourth Costco battery is not an invitation to fly farther. Its real benefit is that I can finish one safe flight, move to another location, and still have another charged battery available. That gives me more total flying time during one outing without cutting the return margin too closely.
What I Bought Separately: A Backpack and Screen Protector
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The Costco package covers the important flying equipment, but it does not list a carrying bag. I originally considered putting everything into a normal backpack. A dedicated DJI Mini 5 Pro backpack or carrying case has been much more convenient.
Each part has its own place, so I do not have batteries, cables, and the controller moving around beside the drone. More importantly, I do not have to worry as much about another item pressing against the camera or gimbal while I am walking. I can pick up one bag and know that the complete kit is inside.
The backpack/case I use: View the STARTRC Mini 5 Pro carrying case on Amazon.ca
Exterior of the carrying case.
Drone, DJI RC 2, charging hub, and batteries packed inside.
I also added tempered glass to the DJI RC 2. Because the controller has its own built-in screen, a screen protector is a small and inexpensive way to reduce the chance of scratches while it is being carried with cables, batteries, and other accessories.
It does not change the flying experience, but it removes one small thing to worry about every time I pack the controller away.
The DJI RC 2 screen protector I use: View the ULBTER DJI RC 2 screen protector on Amazon.ca
Three protectors with cleaning and installation supplies.
The screen protector installed on my DJI RC 2.
These are the exact products shown in my photographs. That makes the recommendations personal and verifiable instead of presenting a generic list of accessories I have not used.
Other Useful DJI Mini 5 Pro Accessories
The Costco package already includes four batteries, a charging hub, and four spare propeller pairs. I would not make additional batteries, another charging hub, or more propellers the main recommendations. These accessories fill the remaining gaps:
| Accessory | Why it may be useful |
|---|---|
| Mini 5 Pro ND filters | Help manage shutter speed in bright conditions. Check that the filters are designed specifically for the Mini 5 Pro camera module. |
| 256GB V30/A2 microSD card | The drone has 42GB of internal storage, but a larger card is useful for longer 4K shooting days. |
| Foldable landing pad | Helps keep wet grass, sand, and loose debris farther from the gimbal and motors without adding weight during flight. |
| 65W USB-C PD charger | Costco lists the hub and USB-C cable but not a wall adapter. A suitable charger can also cover other travel devices. |
I would keep this list short. The backpack and screen protector are recommendations based on items I actually bought; the other items are optional additions for readers who have a specific need.
Who Should Buy Each Bundle?
Buy the Costco bundle if:
- You want the lower starting price.
- You would rather have four standard batteries than three.
- You are happy choosing your own backpack and ND filters.
- You expect to visit more than one flying location during a day out.
- You want the DJI RC 2 and charging hub without paying for every DJI accessory.
Buy the standard Fly More Combo if:
- You want a complete DJI-branded kit in one box.
- You want the shoulder bag and ND filters immediately.
- You do not want to research compatible third-party accessories.
- Three batteries are enough for the way you expect to fly.
Flying the DJI Mini 5 Pro in Canada
This part is more important than any accessory recommendation.
Transport Canada defines a microdrone as a drone with an operating weight below 250 g. Anything attached to or carried by the aircraft—including filters, propeller guards, lights, or other accessories—counts toward that operating weight.
DJI’s Mini 5 Pro manual notes that actual product weight can vary. Canadian owners should therefore check the delivered aircraft in the exact configuration they intend to fly rather than relying only on the weight printed on a retailer page.
If the operating weight remains below 250 g, Transport Canada does not require drone registration or a drone pilot certificate. That does not mean a microdrone can be flown anywhere.
Before flying, use NAV Drone to:
- Check the airspace and nearby airports, heliports, and water aerodromes.
- Review relevant geozones and NOTAMs.
- Plan the time and area of the flight.
- Request airspace permission when the location and operation require it.
Creating a NAV Drone account or scheduling an operation is not blanket permission to fly. Property-owner, park, port, privacy, and other local rules can still apply.
For microdrones, Transport Canada recommends remaining below 400 feet (122 metres), keeping the drone where you can see it, keeping a safe distance from people, staying clear of all aircraft, and avoiding critical infrastructure such as bridges.
Vancouver needs extra care because the city has parks, heliports, a water aerodrome, busy pedestrian areas, and port-controlled property close together. The Port of Vancouver information guide says recreational or hobby UAV use over port lands or waters requires prior permission. The City of Vancouver also has permit requirements that may apply when drones are used for filming on City or park property.
For that reason, this article describes Science World and Lions Gate Bridge as photographic subjects. It does not suggest launching from, flying directly over, or approaching those landmarks without the required airspace and property permissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the DJI Mini 5 Pro Costco bundle worth it?
Yes, especially if battery count and overall price matter more to you than getting every DJI accessory in one box. Costco includes four standard batteries and was CA$230 below the Best Buy Fly More Combo at the regular prices checked. It leaves out the shoulder bag and ND filters, which you can add separately.
What is the main difference between the Costco bundle and the standard Fly More Combo?
The Costco bundle has four standard batteries and four spare propeller pairs but no shoulder bag or ND filters. The standard Fly More Combo has three standard batteries, three spare propeller pairs, a DJI shoulder bag, and ND8/32/128 filters. Both packages include the DJI RC 2 and two-way charging hub.
What accessories should I buy first for the Costco bundle?
I would start with a dedicated bag that fits the drone, DJI RC 2, charging hub, and all four batteries, followed by a screen protector for the controller. Add Mini 5 Pro-specific ND filters if you regularly shoot video, and add a V30/A2 microSD card when the built-in 42GB storage is not enough.
Is the DJI Mini 5 Pro always under 250 g?
Do not rely only on the 249 g figure shown by retailers. DJI says actual product weight can vary, and filters, guards, lights, or other attached accessories count toward the operating weight in Canada. If you plan to fly it as a microdrone, weigh the exact configuration you will use before takeoff.
Do I need to register the DJI Mini 5 Pro or use NAV Drone in Canada?
Below 250 g, Transport Canada does not require drone registration or a pilot certificate. At 250 g or more, the applicable registration and certification rules apply. Regardless of weight, use NAV Drone before takeoff to check airspace, NOTAMs, and authorization requirements. Scheduling an operation does not provide blanket permission to fly.
Final Verdict
For anyone shopping for a DJI Mini 5 Pro in Canada, Costco puts its bundle value into something I have found genuinely useful: a fourth standard battery. At the prices checked, it also leaves a CA$230 budget before reaching the standard Fly More Combo price.
Buying my own backpack and DJI RC 2 screen protector has made the Costco setup easier to carry and less stressful to pack. The bag protects the drone and camera better than putting everything loose in a normal backpack, while the screen protector helps protect the controller display.
If you want every accessory in one DJI-branded box, the standard Fly More Combo remains the simpler choice. If you want the lower price, an extra battery, and the freedom to choose the bag and filters that suit you, Costco is the more compelling package.
Check the latest DJI Mini 5 Pro Costco price and sale history or browse new Costco Canada arrivals before your next warehouse visit.
Prices and bundle contents were checked on July 25, 2026, except for the expired Costco promotion ending July 13, 2026. Costco warehouse prices and availability may vary by location and can change without notice. This article is not legal advice; consult Transport Canada, NAV CANADA, and the relevant property authority for current requirements.