DJI

DJI Matrice 350 RTK

[UAV]· 2023

86.0

ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS

Performance22%

Reliability20%

Ease of Use15%

Intelligence15%

Vendor Reliability10%

Value9%

Ecosystem7%

Safety5%

Design4%

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$11,000

What problem does this solve?

Aerial inspection and surveying.

Who is this for?

Small-to-mid operations evaluating automation for the first time. Low barrier to entry, fast deployment.

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DJIDJI Matrice 350 RTK

BEST FOR

Aerial inspection and surveying

AVOID IF

Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist

PAYBACK

TBD

COMPLEXITY

TBD

[OVERVIEW] DESCRIPTION

DJI flagship enterprise drone platform. Interchangeable payloads including H20T thermal, L2 LiDAR, and P1 photogrammetry. 55-min flight time. RTK centimeter positioning.

[EDITORIAL] ROBOTOMATED VERDICT

The DJI Matrice 350 RTK earns a RoboScore of 86/100, placing it in the strong tier for aerial inspection and surveying robots. At $11,000 it sits in the mid-range segment, making it worth serious consideration for teams where flight time and sensor resolution is the priority. It offers an IPIP55 protection rating. DJI delivers a highly capable platform at this price point. FAA Part 107 certification (or equivalent) is required for commercial operations.

[EDITORIAL] WHO THIS ROBOT IS FOR

Growing operations that have validated their automation use case and need reliable throughput. If flight time and sensor resolution is your primary decision criterion, the DJI Matrice 350 RTK deserves a place on your shortlist.

[EDITORIAL] WHO SHOULD LOOK ELSEWHERE

Budget-constrained teams where manual processes remain viable, or enterprises needing fleet-scale deployment. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the drone category before committing.

[EDITORIAL] BEST ALTERNATIVES

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ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS

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[SCORE] BREAKDOWN

Performance

9025%

Reliability

8820%

Ease of Use

8215%

Intelligence

8415%

Value

8010%

Ecosystem

908%

Safety

845%

Design

782%

[SPECS] TECHNICAL

Physical

Ip Rating

IP55 — Dust and splash resistant — suitable for most factory floors

Other

Payloads	H20T, L2 LiDAR, P1
Range Km	20
Positioning	RTK centimeter
Max Payload Kg	2.7
Flight Time Min	55

The Real Cost of Ownership

Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.

[TCO] COST ANALYSIS

Purchase Costs

MSRP

$11,000

CURRENT

$11,000

Operating Costs (Annual)

MAINTENANCE LOW

—

MAINTENANCE HIGH

—

5-Year Summary

$11,000

Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance

[ROI] CALCULATOR

Workers replaced2

Average hourly wage$25/hr

Shifts per day1

Robot price$11,000

Monthly savings

$8,333

Payback period

2mo

3-year net ROI

2627%

5-year savings

$489,000

[SERVICE] MAINTENANCE

Interval	Task	Est. Time	Est. Cost	Type
Daily	Visual inspection & debris removal	5–10 min	—	Operator
Weekly	Sensor calibration check & log review	15–30 min	—	Operator
Monthly	Lubrication, belt/chain tension check	1–2 hrs	$50–150	Technician
6-Month	Full mechanical inspection & software update	4–8 hrs	$500–2,000	Certified Tech
Annual	Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration	1–2 days	$2,000–10,000	OEM / Partner

Service Details

Warranty:Contact Vendor

Support:Contact Vendor

Response:Contact Vendor

Spare Parts:Contact Vendor

[TRAINING] REQUIREMENTS

Operator Training

Contact Vendor

Typical Training Plan

SAFETY & BASICS

2–4 hours

OPERATIONS

4–16 hours

TROUBLESHOOTING

2–8 hours

MAINTENANCE

4–16 hours

[BUYER'S GUIDE] 20 QUESTIONS TO ASK

Before purchasing the DJI Matrice 350 RTK, ask the vendor these critical questions:

01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
03What is your average response time for critical issues?
04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?

... and 15 more critical questions

[COMMUNITY] REVIEWS

[ROBOSCORE] RATING

86.0/ 100

Performance

9025%

Reliability

8820%

Ease of Use

8215%

Intelligence

8415%

Value

8010%

Ecosystem

908%

Safety

845%

Design

782%

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[TCO] TOTAL COST

Purchase Price

$11,000

Est. Annual Maintenance

Est. $880–$1,320/year (8–12%)

5-Year Total

Requires pricing data

Cost per Shift

—

Cost per Hour

—

Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.

[VENDOR] HEALTH

DJI

Founded

EST. 2006(20 years)

Funding

Undisclosed

Employees

Undisclosed

Vendor Health Score

Health score pending verification

[COMPLIANCE] CERTIFICATIONS

Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.

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[FAQ] COMMON QUESTIONS

How much does the DJI Matrice 350 RTK cost?

The DJI Matrice 350 RTK is currently priced at $11,000. Total cost of ownership including maintenance, integration, and training is typically 1.5-2.5x the purchase price over 5 years.

What certification do I need to operate the DJI Matrice 350 RTK?

Operators should hold at minimum an RCO Foundation (Level 1) certification. For programming and integration work, RCO Specialist (Level 2) is recommended.

How long does it take to deploy the DJI Matrice 350 RTK?

Deployment timelines for Drones & Aerial robots typically range from 2-12 weeks depending on facility complexity and integration requirements.

Should I buy, lease, or hire the DJI Matrice 350 RTK?

Buy if you plan to use it for 3+ years at high utilization. Lease (typically $306/month) if you want flexibility and upgrades. Hire through RoboWork if you need it for a project or pilot — no capital expenditure required.

How does the DJI Matrice 350 RTK compare to alternatives?

With a RoboScore of 86/100, the DJI Matrice 350 RTK scores in the top tier for Drones & Aerial. Use our comparison tool to evaluate it against up to 2 other robots across all 8 scoring dimensions.

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