Hello guys,

New Spark owner, and I'm loving it so far. I didn't get the fly more combo so I def. want at least an extra battery! However, before I jump on the first thing that I see, I would like to ask you guys for recommendations. Portability is everything in what I do so accessories should not increase the bulk of my travel bag.

What I carry (or will carry) so far is:

• Drone
• Remote Control
• Pair of extra props (will buy more to have stock)
• Extra batteries (1 or 2) + Potentially a charger for these
• You tell me
  

Because of the remote, I will be needing a new carrying pouch/case as the one that comes in the box does not have space for it. As per the batteries, I would like to order them as soon as possible so that I can continue flying for more than just 15 minutes. I imagine DJI official products is the way to go, but what is a good price/bundle and where do I buy them from? Is Amazon fine?

Thank you in advance!

Best deal for batteries is to get the Spark portable charging station. You get the station and 2 extra batteries for not much more than the cost of 2 batteries by themselves.

For the case, there's a nice compact one from SMATree that fits everything in it.

I get the Spark with the remote control one month ago and one week ago I’ve picked the portable charging station that come with two battery, and the bag for this station. You can also put the remote control in this bag. I think this Is the best accessory for our Spark.

Aurelian (Spark) Posted at 2018-5-1 09:43
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do you have a link for this bundle?

I think the Spark hard foam case it comes with is best suitable for transporting the drone with three batteries and it maintains a small enough form factor. I keep the Spark with all its components (Fly More Combo) at all times packed inside a backpack designed for laptops and electronics. I also keep my Mavic Pro housed together with the Spark in the backpack and the combined weight isn't really too heavy, but it gives me the ability to carry both drones in 1 bag with all its contents where I can go mobile with my drones whenever need be.

davidmartingraf Posted at 2018-5-1 10:15
I think the Spark hard foam case it comes with is best suitable for transporting the drone with three batteries and it maintains a small enough form factor. I keep the Spark with all its components (Fly More Combo) at all times packed inside a backpack designed for laptops and electronics. I also keep my Mavic Pro housed together with the Spark in the backpack and the combined weight isn't really too heavy, but it gives me the ability to carry both drones in 1 bag with all its contents where I can go mobile with my drones whenever need be.

Yes the foam case does handle 3 batteries + drone, but no space for the remote. The spark is my only drone so I'm looking for a good all in one solution to travel with it and my other bag essentials (laptop, clothing, etc)

fede cape Posted at 2018-5-1 10:24
Yes the foam case does handle 3 batteries + drone, but no space for the remote. The spark is my only drone so I'm looking for a good all in one solution to travel with it and my other bag essentials (laptop, clothing, etc)

Aside from the included hard foam case, for the rest of Spark's accessories including the Remote Controller, prop guards, and charger I keep them housed inside the Fly More Combo bag. DJI sells this and other bags for Spark on its website: https://store.dji.com/category/spark?from=shop

fede cape Posted at 2018-5-1 10:03
do you have a link for this bundle?

On DJI store. https://m.dji.com/category/spark?from=shop

Aurelian (Spark) Posted at 2018-5-1 13:00
On DJI store. https://m.dji.com/category/spark?from=shop

Is the box really as heavy as the portable charging station alone?

fede cape Posted at 2018-5-1 10:03
do you have a link for this bundle?

Hi, this is the link to Spark Portable Charging Station: https://store.dji.com/product/spark-portable-charging-station and this is the link to Spark Portable Power Pack: https://store.dji.com/product/spark-portable-power-pack, thanks!

S-e-ven Posted at 2018-5-1 17:25
Is the box really as heavy as the portable charging station alone?

The link for Spark Portable Charging Station Bag: https://store.dji.com/product/spark-portable-charging-station-bag

S-e-ven Posted at 2018-5-1 17:25
Is the box really as heavy as the portable charging station alone?

The bag does not weigh much and it is very comfortable to care.

Aurelian (Spark) Posted at 2018-5-1 23:25
The bag does not weigh much and it is very comfortable to care.

Yep, but if the 645 g from the description is right, the bag alone has almost the weight of the mobil charging station. Which makes it 1.3 kg alone for more equipment, to charge 3 batteries outdoors.
I just look from the side of a carry on trip by plane. 3 extra batteries will get you the same flighttime but are a lot less weight.

S-e-ven Posted at 2018-5-2 01:52
Yep, but if the 645 g from the description is right, the bag alone has almost the weight of the mobil charging station. Which makes it 1.3 kg alone for more equipment, to charge 3 batteries outdoors.
I just look from the side of a carry on trip by plane. 3 extra batteries will get you the same flighttime but are a lot less weight.

For me, the weight seems reasonable. And apart from the drone, I carry in my backpack a tripod, an external battery, an ipad air, adapter for the ipad and the tripod ...

Good, so now we/I can look it up.
1800 g. for bird, remote and "6 batteries", so to speak.
Thank you very much!

Whatever you get, get it from Amazon and NOT the DJI store.  If any thing does not work when you get it,  Amazon will send you out a new one the next day.  I bought the Spark fly more package and the Remote Control would not charge.  DJI customer service now tells me it will be 3 weeks before I get a replacement remote.

Aurelian (Spark) Posted at 2018-5-2 02:32
For me, the weight seems reasonable. And apart from the drone, I carry in my backpack a tripod, an external battery, an ipad air, adapter for the ipad and the tripod ...[view_image][view_image]

Is there room to put a smartphone and cables ?  I’ve had a look at pictures and it doesn’t look there is.  It would be great if this had a bit extra room or a pocket for accessories as you sill need a separate bag for that

djiuser_dDK9ZHTs2zFR Posted at 2018-5-4 12:40
Whatever you get, get it from Amazon and NOT the DJI store.  If any thing does not work when you get it,  Amazon will send you out a new one the next day.  I bought the Spark fly more package and the Remote Control would not charge.  DJI customer service now tells me it will be 3 weeks before I get a replacement remote.

3 weeks!? Wow!

Cookster670 Posted at 2018-5-4 14:38
Is there room to put a smartphone and cables ?  I’ve had a look at pictures and it doesn’t look there is.  It would be great if this had a bit extra room or a pocket for accessories as you sill need a separate bag for that

Cable yes, a smartphone sure not posible. For that you have the pockets of the pants.

After reading your replies I agree that the portable charger is a great tool for any spark owner. If you plan on flying indoors for real estate photography/video, or for recreation, I recommend propellor guards. The down side to propellor guards is that it increases the weight of the spark decreasing flight time and it might hinder stabilization a tad. If you know your flying in an open space then keep the guards at home. Last but not least I recommend as many batteries as you can get. I have four and it wouldn't hurt to buy more.

Honestly I looked hard at these charging stations and what works a lot better is the SmaTree charging station....

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Smatree ... words=smatree+spark

run this set up with 4 batteries in total and you will never run out of power.

Unit can charge 3 batteries in 40mins from dead to full.

and you don't have to dock the drone to charge a battery.

defo the better way to go....