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When I was offered the chance to review the DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1, I was incredibly excited. After all, this would be my first time trying out a drone! Given my positive experiences reviewing DJI products in the past, I was confident that this review would go swimmingly.
Oh, how wrong I was.
What is the DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1?
The DJI Lito 1 and DJI Lito X1 are lightweight camera drones designed to make aerial photography and videography accessible. Both offer 4K video recording and intelligent flight features, while the higher-end Lito X1 adds a larger camera sensor, HDR video capabilities, forward-facing LiDAR, and 42 GB of internal storage.
While both drones belong to DJI’s Lito series, the DJI Lito 1 and DJI Lito X1 aren’t quite the same bird.
The Lito 1 is the more basic of the two, featuring a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor and recording video at up to 4K/60fps. The Lito X1, meanwhile, steps things up with a larger 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, 4K/60fps HDR recording, and 4K/100fps slow-motion video. It also supports 10-bit D-Log M and HLG for those who want more flexibility when editing their footage, while forward-facing LiDAR adds another layer to its obstacle-sensing capabilities. The X1 also comes with 42GB of internal storage, whereas the Lito 1 relies on a microSD card. Both weigh under 249g and offer up to 36 minutes of flight time with their standard batteries, or up to 52 minutes with the optional Battery Plus.
So, while the two share the same basic idea, the Lito X1 has a few more tricks up its sleeve for those willing to pay extra.
If you’re looking for a drone that stays under that magical 249 g weight limit, DJI’s Lito lineup is worth a look. There’s the DJI Lito 1, designed to get beginners up in the air, and its more feature-packed sibling, the DJI Lito X1.
The X1 is where things get particularly exciting! It packs a larger camera sensor for potentially better image quality, HDR video capabilities, built-in LiDAR for forward-facing obstacle detection, and onboard storage so you won’t have to panic if you forget your memory card.
On paper, both drones sound pretty promising. But specifications can only tell you so much. How easy are they to use, especially if you’re a complete beginner like me? Well, let’s just say my experience was… interesting.
Key Specification Comparison
| Specification | DJI Lito (Lito 1) | DJI Lito X1 |
| Takeoff Weight | < 249 g | < 249 g |
| Camera Sensor | 1/2-inch CMOS | 1/1.3-inch CMOS |
| Aperture & Lens | f/1.8 | f/1.7 (24mm equivalent) |
| Max Photo Resolution | 48 MP | 48 MP |
| Max Video Resolution | 4K / 60fps | 4K / 60fps HDR, 4K / 100fps Slow-Mo |
| Color Profile | Standard (8-bit) | 10-bit D-Log M & HLG (14-stop dynamic range) |
| Obstacle Sensing | Omnidirectional (5-lux Vision System) | Omnidirectional Vision + Forward-Facing LiDAR |
| Max Flight Time | 36 mins (Standard) / 52 mins (Plus Battery) | 36 mins (Standard) / 52 mins (Plus Battery) |
| Internal Storage | None (microSD slot only) | 42 GB + microSD slot |
| Video Transmission | DJI O4 (up to 15 km) | DJI O4 (up to 15 km) |
Available Packages & Pricing in Singapore
Retail pricing in Singapore (including GST) across standard and combo bundles:
- DJI Lito 1 (Standard Unit with RC-N3):~S$399 – S$429
- DJI Lito X1 (Standard Unit with RC-N3):S$469.00 (Includes drone, RC-N3 smartphone-held controller, 1x Standard Intelligent Flight Battery).
- DJI Lito X1 Fly More Combo (RC-N3):S$629.00 (Includes RC-N3 controller, 3x Standard Intelligent Flight Batteries, Two-Way Charging Hub, Shoulder Bag, extra propellers).
- DJI Lito X1 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2):S$749.00 (Upgrades controller to the built-in screen DJI RC 2, includes 3x Standard Batteries, Charging Hub, Shoulder Bag).
- DJI Lito X1 Fly More Combo Plus (DJI RC 2):S$839.00 (Includes DJI RC 2 with screen and upgrades to 3x high-capacity Intelligent Flight Battery Plus units for up to 52 mins per flight).
Where to Buy in Singapore
You can purchase official local warranty units through authorized DJI channels:
- Official Online Stores:
- DJI Official Online Store (Singapore):Direct shipping with localized SGD pricing and warranty options.
- Official Flagship Stores: DJI official stores on Shopee Mall and LazMall Singapore.
- Authorized Retail Stores (In-Store & Online):
- Cathay Photo:Peninsula Plaza outlet or online webstore.
- COURTS Singapore:Available online and at major Megastores (e.g., COURTS Megastore Tampines).
- Challenger / Hachi.tech:Available at Bugis Junction flagship and selected retail branches islandwide.
- Bonnier / TK Foto: Funan Mall outlets.
Now, let’s get into the actual review!
Failure #1 – DJI Lito 1
First of all, I’ve never used a drone before. So when I read that the DJI Lito 1 was designed to be beginner-friendly, I was super thrilled. Surely, this would be a great way to dip my toes into the world of drones!
Unfortunately, that beginner-friendly experience was nowhere to be found.
I couldn’t even get the drone to connect to the DJI Fly app, despite numerous attempts using different phones!
Now, I’m perfectly willing to admit that I’m a complete newbie when it comes to drones. I wasn’t expecting to become a professional pilot overnight. But I did expect to at least get the thing connected and ready to fly, especially when it was supposed to be suitable for beginners.
DJI very kindly arranged an introductory session for me at Funan. Unfortunately, due to some miscommunication, we weren’t able to go through the session as planned. The team there did, however, help show me a condensed version of how to connect and use the drone.
Great! Problem solved, right?
WRONG.
When I got home and tried setting everything up myself, failure abounded!
*Insert crying emoji here.*
At this point, my first drone experience was turning into a rather expensive exercise in frustration. I wanted to find out what it was like to fly a drone, but I couldn’t even get past the connection stage.
To be fair, I can’t say for certain whether the problem was with the drone, the app, the phones I tried, or something I was doing incorrectly. But regardless of the cause, it was hardly the smooth introduction I had hoped for.
If you’re a first-time drone user like me, that initial setup experience matters. Before I could appreciate any of the Lito 1’s camera features, flight controls, or advertised capabilities, I needed to get it working first.
And I couldn’t.
Failure #2 – DJI Lito X1
Then came the DJI Lito X1.
I was hopeful. I was positive. Surely, SURELY, this one would work!
After all, the setup was supposed to be more straightforward for my needs. I just needed to connect the drone to the RC controller, without having to go through the same app-connection process that had given me so much grief with the Lito 1.
Guess what?
Yep. The drone simply rejected me.
I took breaks. I tried again. I gave it chance after chance. But no matter what I did, I couldn’t get things working the way I wanted.
I think it just wasn’t meant to be.
By this point, I was thoroughly miserable. In desperation, I enlisted the help of my husband because this sister was DONE.
And lo and behold, success!
He managed to get it working.
So yes, the drones just weren’t for me. Or perhaps I simply hadn’t figured out what I was doing wrong. Either way, watching someone else succeed where I had repeatedly failed was both a relief and a little embarrassing!
But here’s the interesting part: once we actually got the DJI Lito X1 working, my experience improved considerably.
The colours on the display looked great, and the drone was easy to manoeuvre once it was up and running. After all that initial frustration, finally getting to use it felt like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds.
This was the experience I had been hoping for when I first agreed to review the drones!
Unfortunately, even after getting past the connection problems, I encountered another little annoyance.
Switching the drone off wasn’t as straightforward as I expected.
Why, DJI? WHY?
Why is it a two-step process? Please, I would like to know!
Now, I realise that a two-step shutdown might seem like a small thing to complain about. And compared with my earlier connection woes, it certainly was. But when you’re already struggling to get comfortable with a new piece of equipment, even seemingly minor quirks can add to the frustration.
Once the X1 was working, I could appreciate its ease of manoeuvring and the display’s colours. But the experience also highlighted something important: there’s a difference between a product being easy to operate once everything is set up and being easy for a complete beginner to get started with in the first place.
And that distinction made a big difference to my experience.
The Bottom Line.
After all that, would I recommend the DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1? Honestly, I’m not entirely sure.
The DJI Lito lineup has plenty of features that sound appealing, particularly if you’re looking for a lightweight drone. The Lito X1, in particular, showed promise once we finally got it working. Its manoeuvrability was easy to get used to, and the colours on the display made for a much more enjoyable experience than my initial attempts suggested.
But I also have to be honest about my experience. I struggled to connect the Lito 1, ran into similar frustrations with the Lito X1, and ultimately needed my husband’s help to get the latter working. So much for an exciting introduction to the world of drones!
Of course, that doesn’t necessarily mean the drones are bad, nor can I conclude that other beginners will run into the same problems. I wasn’t able to put either model through a proper flight test from start to finish, so I can’t fairly judge their overall flight performance, camera quality, or reliability. It wouldn’t be right to give either drone a glowing recommendation when I couldn’t properly put it through its paces.
What I can say is that my first experience with drones wasn’t nearly as smooth as I’d hoped. The Lito X1 gave me a glimpse of what it could offer once everything was up and running, but getting to that point was a struggle I could have done without.
If you’re interested in either model, don’t let my experience alone put you off. Both drones have features worth considering on paper, and the Lito X1 certainly left a better impression once we finally got it working. However, I’d recommend getting a proper hands-on demonstration before buying, especially if you’re new to drones. At the very least, make sure you’re comfortable with the setup process before taking one home.
As for me? After all that trouble, I think I’ll leave the flying to someone else.
I’ll stick to what I know.
Cameras and phones, it is!
TLDR:
The DJI Lito 1 and Lito X1 gave me a frustrating introduction to drones, with connection issues that even my husband had to help solve. The X1 showed promise once it worked, but this sister might just stick to cameras and phones!
The Good:
- Lightweight design under 249 g, according to the supplied specifications.
- The Lito X1 was easy to manoeuvre once operational.
- The X1’s display showed appealing colours.
- The X1 offers a larger camera sensor, HDR video capabilities, and onboard storage on paper.
The Bad:
- Repeated connection problems with both drones during testing.
- The reviewer needed help from her husband to get the X1 working.
- The two-step shutdown process felt unintuitive to the reviewer.
- Insufficient successful flight testing to assess overall performance.
