DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: full comparison

DJI Goggles 3 were unveiled at the launch of the Avata 2, the second generation of DJI’s CineWhoop drone. What are the differences with their predecessors, the Goggles 2 and Goggles Integra? Which model to choose? Image, transmission, comfort, features… Find out all you need to know in our full comparison: DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2!

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: technical specifications

Let’s start by taking a look at the complete summary of technical specifications for all three models:

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Weight	470 g	410 g	290 g
Dimensions (L x W x H)	170 x 109 x 112 mm (folded antennas) 205 x 109 x 112 mm (antennas unfolded)	170 x 104 x 75 mm (folded antennas) 205 x 104 x 104 mm (unfolded antennas)	167.4 x 103.9 x 81.31 mm (antennas folded) 196.69 x 103.9 x 104.61 mm (antennas unfolded)
Screen size	0.49 inch	0.49 inch	0.49 inch
Screen definition	Full HD (1920 x 1080)	Full HD (1920 x 1080)	Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Refresh rate	Up to 100 Hz	Up to 100 Hz	Up to 100 Hz
Interpupillary distance range	56 to 72 mm	56 to 72 mm	56 to 72 mm
Diopter adjustment range	-6.0 D to +2.0 D	-8.0 D to +2.0 D	-8.0 D to +2.0 D
FOV	44°	44°	51°
Video transmission	DJI O4	DJI O3+	DJI O3+
Communication frequency	2.4 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.8 GHz	2.4 GHz 5.8 GHz	2.4 GHz 5.8 GHz
Max. transmission distance	13 km (FCC) 10 km (CE)	10 km (FCC) 6 km (CE)	10 km (FCC) 6 km (CE)
Latency	1080p/100 fps: 24 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms	1080p/100 fps: 30 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms	1080p/100 fps: 30 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms
Max. bit rate video transmission	60 Mb/s	50 Mb/s	50 Mb/s
Supported SD cards	microSD card (up to 512 GB)	microSD card (up to 512 GB)	microSD card (up to 256 GB)
Power supply	Built-in battery	Built-in battery	External battery
Batteries	3000 mAh	2450 mAh	1800 mAh
Autonomy	About 3 hours	About 2 hours	About 2 hours
Compatibility	DJI Avata 2 DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI RC Motion 3 Remote control 3 DJI FPV DJI RC-N2 DJI RC 2	DJI Avata DJI FPV DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 3 Pro DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI Mavic 3 DJI Mavic 3 Cine DJI Mavic 3 Classic DJI Mavic 3 Pro DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine DJI O3 Air Unit DJI FPV aerial unit module DJI Motion Controller DJI RC Motion 2 DJI FPV Remote Controller 2	DJI Avata DJI FPV DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 3 Pro DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI Mavic 3 DJI Mavic 3 Cine DJI Mavic 3 Classic DJI Mavic 3 Pro DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine DJI O3 Air Unit DJI FPV aerial unit module DJI Motion Controller DJI RC Motion 2 DJI FPV Remote Controller 2
Price	659€	459€	599€

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: design

Weights and dimensions

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Weight	470 g	410 g	290 g
Dimensions (L x W x H)	170 x 109 x 112 mm (antennas folded) 205 x 109 x 112 mm (antennas unfolded)	170 x 104 x 75 mm (antennas folded) 205 x 104 x 104 mm (antennas unfolded)	167.4 x 103.9 x 81.31 mm (antennas folded) 196.69 x 103.9 x 104.61 mm (antennas unfolded)

The three helmets, DJI Goggles 2, DJI Goggles 3 and DJI Goggles Integra, have virtually identical dimensions. Excluding the antennas, the Goggles 3 are a little higher than their predecessors, thanks to an additional cushion in the forehead area.

The Goggles 3 are also the heaviest (470g), closely followed by the DJI Integra (410g). These weights are considerably higher than the 290 grams of the Goggles 2, due to the integrated battery casing on the back of the headband of these two models.

We’ll come back to these points in more detail later in this comparison.

Battery and autonomy

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Power supply	Built-in battery	Built-in battery	External battery
Batteries	3000 mAh	2450 mAh	1800 mAh
Autonomy	About 3 hours	About 2 hours	About 2 hours

This is one of the major differences between the three models: on the one hand, the Goggles 2 with their external battery, connected by a cable and generally stored in your pocket or fixed to the headband for those who have invested in a third-party support; on the other, the Goggles 3 and Integra with a battery integrated into the headband, behind the head, in a case that includes a knob for adjusting the length of the headband.

The Goggles 2’s wired external battery is, in our opinion, the main drawback of this model. Not only can the battery eventually become disconnected, but it is also less convenient to use. The only advantage of this system is that the battery can be easily replaced.

The integrated battery system, though heavier (470g for the G3 and 410g for the Integra vs. 290g for the G2), proves more comfortable, offering better weight distribution on the head. The adjustment wheel on the headband is far more practical and efficient than the velcro system on the G2s, and not having to carry the battery separately greatly enhances the user experience. Although the battery cannot be replaced, the glasses can be powered via a powerbank if required.

As for autonomy, the Goggles 3, with its greater capacity, offers around 3 hours of use, compared with 2 hours for the other models.

Screens and displays

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Screen size	0.49 inch	0.49 inch	0.49 inch
Screen definition	Full HD (1920 x 1080)	Full HD (1920 x 1080)	Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Refresh rate	Up to 100 Hz	Up to 100 Hz	Up to 100 Hz
FOV	44°	44°	51°

DJI Goggles 3, Goggles 2 and Goggles Integra feature the same screen size, image quality and refresh rate.

The only notable difference lies in the field of vision: it’s wider on Goggles 2 (51°, versus 44° for Goggles 3 and Integra). However, many users have reported blurred edges on the Goggles 2 screens, and have often reduced the display size to overcome this problem. The field of view of the G3 and Integra, though slightly narrower, actually offers better balance and a sharper visual experience.

Comfort

As already mentioned, the headband with integrated battery and tightening knob is a real asset to the comfort of the Goggles 3 and Integra. The glasses hold in place much better, allowing extended use before any discomfort is felt.

DJI Goggles 3 offer an additional novelty: a forehead cushion that further enhances comfort by holding the helmet more securely in place and reducing the pressure of the helmet on the eyes and nose. The angle of this added piece can also be adjusted, allowing the distance of the lenses from the eyes to be set, and the foam around the screens to adapt better to the face, optimizing the visual experience and reducing light leakage.

The facial interface differs on all three models. While that of the G2 and Integra is a genuine foam cushion, that of the Goggles 3, entirely different, is made of hollow silicone. Although less pleasant to the skin, this material is more effective as it hugs the face better, further reducing light leakage and promoting better air circulation inside the helmet, thus reducing perspiration. It’s important to note that this interface is removable on all three models, allowing the installation of an external third-party foam if desired.

Antennas

The antennas of the three helmet models are relatively similar, although those of the Goggles 2 are slightly shorter, which is a minor detail. However, an important difference lies in their modularity: only the Goggles 2 antennas are removable.

So, for Goggles 2 only, it is possible to replace the original antennae with new original antennae or third-party models. This option allows those who wish to do so to try and improve transmission quality, which will not be possible for DJI Goggles 3 and Goggles Integra.

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: transmission

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Video transmission	DJI O4	DJI O3+	DJI O3+
Communication frequency	2.4 GHz 5.1 GHz 5.8 GHz	2.4 GHz 5.8 GHz	2.4 GHz 5.8 GHz
Max. transmission distance	13 km (FCC) 10 km (CE)	10 km (FCC) 6 km (CE)	10 km (FCC) 6 km (CE)
Latency	1080p/100 fps: 24 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms	1080p/100 fps: 30 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms	1080p/100 fps: 30 ms 1080p/60 fps: 40 ms
Max. bit rate video transmission	60 Mb/s	50 Mb/s	50 Mb/s

One of the major advances of the DJI Goggles 3 is the integration of the OcuSync 4.0 (O4) transmission system. This system significantly improves the transmission of image and control signals between the drone and the goggles.

The DJI O4 boasts a number of outstanding features:

• Latency reduced from 30 ms to 24 ms (in 1080p at 100fps), for improved responsiveness and control.
• Anincrease in the maximum bit rate, from 50 Mbps to 60 Mbps, for superior image quality during flight.
• Maximum range extended to 13 km FCC and 10 km in Europe (previously 10 km and 6 km respectively).
• An additional frequency band in Europe, 5.1 GHz.

DJI O4 is available exclusively on Goggles 3, with Goggles 2 and Integra models using the DJI O3+ transmission system. However, to take full advantage of this latest-generation transmission system, you need a DJI O4-compatible drone. To date, only three models are equipped with the DJI O4: the DJI Mini 4 Pro, the DJI Air 3 and the DJI Avata 2.

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: view adjustment

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Interpupillary distance range	56 to 72 mm	56 to 72 mm	56 to 72 mm
Diopter adjustment range	-6.0 D to +2.0 D	-8.0 D to +2.0 D	-8.0 D to +2.0 D

DJI Goggles 3, Goggles 2 and Goggles Integra offer the option of adjusting pupil distance and diopter, i.e. lens focus to suit your eyesight.

For pupil spacing, all three models offer the same adjustment range, from 56 to 72 mm. The lenses can be adjusted perfectly in front of the eyes using the knobs on the underside of the G2 and G3, or the sliders on the underside of the Integra. One advantage of thumbwheels is their ability to be screwed on and thus locked, preventing any unintentional movement, unlike sliders.

As far as diopter adjustment is concerned, DJI Goggles 2 can be adjusted from -8.0 D to +2.0 D using the knobs on the underside of the helmet. For the Goggles 3, the adjustment range, also adjusted by the knobs, is from -6.0 D to +2.0 D. However, DJI supplies two -2.0 D corrective lenses to extend the range to -8.0 D. As for the Integra Goggles, the diopter can also be adjusted from -8.0 D to +2.0 D, but this requires the use of the included lenses, which have to be placed manually on the lenses, which is less convenient in use.

A little bonus for the latest Goggles 3: the settings made with the wheels appear directly on the screen, making it easier to memorize and adjust the glasses to suit your eyesight.

If these adjustments are not enough to adapt the glasses to your eyesight, it is unfortunately impossible to wear prescription glasses with any of the three models. The only option is to have custom-made lenses made by an optician, to be fixed in dedicated holders.

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: features

Let’s start with what all three helmets have in common: the Head Tracking function is available on all models. This feature controls camera movements according to head movements, displaying on screen what the user is looking at directly.

When it comes to navigating the interface, the Goggles 2 are the only ones equipped with a touchpad. Located on the right-hand side of the headset, it lets you navigate by sliding your finger and tapping to select. Although this function looks practical on paper, it is actually less precise and efficient than the interface of the Goggles 3 and Integra, which consists of two physical buttons: a 5D button for navigation and selection, and a back button, which prove to be much more practical in use.

Goggles 2 also feature another unique feature: an illuminated display on the side of the headset indicating the channel in use. This feature is particularly useful when flying in a group, but has not been carried over to the Goggles Integra and Goggles 3 models.

Another function present only on certain models: an energy-saving mode is present on Goggles 2 and Goggles 3 (and therefore absent from Integra). It works by using a sensor inside the glasses to detect when they are removed, so that the screens can be switched off when not in use.

Finally, all the following functions are new features found exclusively on DJI Goggles 3 :

• Navigation via DJI RC Motion 3: You can navigate and select menus by pointing and clicking with the gyroscopic aircraft stick used to pilot the Avata 2.
• Demisting function: simply select this option in the menu to eliminate fogging inside the glasses.
• Live video sharing over WiFi: This function lets you share the flight and view from the glasses to a smartphone in real time. It’s important to note that wired sharing is also possible on all three headset models.
• Real live view: thanks to two new small cameras on the front of the G3, this function lets you switch from the drone view to a live view in front of you by double-tapping the side of the helmet. It can also be used in “PiP” (picture-in-picture) mode, with the drone’s camera return in the top left corner.

This last function, introduced with Goggles 3, may seem similar to the technologies used in products like Apple Vision Pro or other virtual reality goggles, but it’s far from being on the same level. Image quality is relatively poor (720p) and the field of view is too narrow, making this feature impractical to use and relegating it to the status of a gadget that is difficult to exploit in real-life conditions.

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: compatibility

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Compatibility	DJI Avata 2 DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI RC Motion 3 Remote control 3 DJI FPV DJI RC-N2 DJI RC 2	DJI Avata DJI FPV DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 3 Pro DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI Mavic 3 DJI Mavic 3 Cine DJI Mavic 3 Classic DJI Mavic 3 Pro DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine DJI O3 Air Unit DJI FPV aerial unit module DJI Motion Controller DJI RC Motion 2 DJI FPV Remote Controller 2	DJI Avata DJI FPV DJI Air 3 DJI Mini 3 Pro DJI Mini 4 Pro DJI Mavic 3 DJI Mavic 3 Cine DJI Mavic 3 Classic DJI Mavic 3 Pro DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine DJI O3 Air Unit DJI FPV aerial unit module DJI Motion Controller DJI RC Motion 2 DJI FPV Remote Controller 2

This is the point that radically differentiates the DJI Goggles 3, equipped with the DJI O4 transmission system, from the Goggles 2 and Integra, which use the DJI O3+ system. At present, G3s are only compatible with DJI drones and remote controls that also use O4.

This includes the DJI Avata 2, Air 3 and Mini 4 Pro drones, as well as the RC Motion 3, DJI FPV Radio Control 3, DJI RC-N2 and DJI RC 2 remote controls. Goggles 2 and Goggles Integra remain compatible with drones and remote controls using DJI O3+, including DJI FPV drones, Avata, Mini 3 Pro, and the Mavic 3 range.

Interestingly, the DJI Air 3 and Mini 4 Pro work with all three helmet models , demonstrating that a drone operating under O4 can be compatible with goggles using O3+. It remains to be seen whether a future update will do the opposite. Only DJI has the answer.

For DJI Air Unit 3 users, it’s important to know that this module is only compatible with Goggles 2 and Goggles Integra. It remains to be seen whether a future update will enable its use with Goggles 3, or whether DJI plans to launch an O4-compatible Air Unit.

DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: prices

	DJI Goggles 3	DJI Goggles Integra	DJI Goggles 2
Price	659€ See on Amazon	459€ See on Amazon	599€ See on Amazon

As the latest model to benefit from the latest enhancements and features created by DJI, the Goggles 3 are logically the most expensive of the three, with a price tag of €659. They are only 60 euros more expensive than the DJI Goggles 2, which cost €599.

The Goggles Integra, meanwhile, are the most affordable at €459, €140 less than the Goggles 2, and €200 less than the Goggles 3.

Conclusion DJI Goggles 3 vs Goggles Integra vs Goggles 2: which model to choose?

The first question to ask is: ” Which drone will I use my helmet with? Depending on this information, choices vary. If you own a Mini 3 Pro, you’ll have to choose between Goggles 2 and Integra. If you own an Avata 2, your only option is Goggles 3.

For the same drone compatible with all three models, DJI Goggles 3 are the best option, offering additional functionality and greater comfort. The DJI O4 system improves transmission and image quality, and the front cushion is a real asset.

If you’re on a budget and have a choice between the three models, or between the Goggles 2 and the Integra, then the Integra Goggles are an excellent choice: they cost €200 less than the Goggles 3 while offering the same ingenious headband system with integrated battery, and are still very comfortable. For us, it’s the best value of the three.

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