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BOYA BY-WM4 Pro vs DJI Mic Mini

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BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone

  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Power source: two AAA batteries per transmitter.
  • Signal-to-Noise ratio: 84 dB or higher.
  • 3.5 mm headphone output.
KSh 13,000In Stock
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DJI Mic Mini

DJI Mic Mini

  • Operating range: TX/RX -10°C to 45°C.
  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • Up to 48 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • About 139 g for the case.
KSh 14,000In Stock
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DJI Mic 3KSh 35,000
DJI Mic 3 ProKSh 43,500
JBL PBM100 Wired MicrophoneKSh 8,000
JBL PartyBox Wireless MicKSh 14,800
RODE Wireless MEKSh 21,300
DJI Mic 2 Wireless MicrophoneKSh 41,000
RODE Wireless GO IIKSh 38,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone if you want a lower price (KSh 1,000 less). Choose the DJI Mic Mini if you want a longer range (up to 400 m).

This comparison is partial: only 5 of the 65 specifications are published for both products. The BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone does not list type, Microphone System or mounting / Attachment; the DJI Mic Mini does not list Signal-to-Noise Ratio, Transmitter Input or Monitoring Output.

Connections

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone
2.4 GHz wireless connection
DJI Mic Mini
Bluetooth connection

Polar pattern

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone
Omnidirectional lavalier
DJI Mic Mini
Omnidirectional

Frequency response

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone
35 Hz–14 kHz ±3 dB
DJI Mic Mini
20Hz–20kHz (low-cut off), 100Hz–20kHz (low-cut on)

Transmission range

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone
Up to 60 m with no obstacles
DJI Mic Mini
Up to 400m in an open, unobstructed, interference-free environment

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

BOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless Microphone

  • Lower price: KSh 13,000 (vs KSh 14,000).
  • Power source: Two AAA batteries per transmitter.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.

DJI Mic Mini

  • Longer range: up to 400 m (vs 60 m).
  • Power source: Built-in rechargeable batteries.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Connections2.4 GHz digital wirelessGFSK 2Mbps digital wireless plus Bluetooth 5.3
Power sourceTwo AAA batteries per transmitterBuilt-in rechargeable batteries
Polar patternOmnidirectional lavalierOmnidirectional
Frequency response35 Hz–14 kHz ±3 dB20Hz–20kHz (low-cut off), 100Hz–20kHz (low-cut on)
Transmission rangeUp to 60 m with no obstaclesUp to 400m in an open, unobstructed, interference-free environment

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
BrandBOYADJI
ModelBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneMic Mini
Announced—November 26, 2024
Type—Wireless Clip-On Microphone System
Microphone System—Variable product: selectable 1 TX + 1 RX or 2 TX + 1 RX + charging case configuration
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Mounting / Attachment—Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment
Operating Temperature—TX/RX -10°C to 45°C
Special Features—Ultralight magnetic transmitters; direct OsmoAudio connection

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Power SourceTwo AAA batteries per transmitterBuilt-in rechargeable batteries
Battery Type—Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life—TX 11.5 hours; RX 10.5 hours; up to 48 hours with charging case
Charging—USB-C; components also charge in applicable case
Fast Charging—5 minutes charging provides about 1 hour use

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Polar PatternOmnidirectional lavalierOmnidirectional
Frequency Response35 Hz–14 kHz ±3 dB20Hz–20kHz (low-cut off); 100Hz–20kHz (low-cut on)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio84 dB or higher—
Microphone Type—Condenser
Maximum SPL—120dB SPL
Equivalent Noise—24dBA
Audio Resolution—24-bit / 48kHz

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Wireless Technology2.4 GHz digital wirelessGFSK 2Mbps digital wireless plus Bluetooth 5.3
Transmission RangeUp to 60 m with no obstaclesUp to 400m in an open, unobstructed, interference-free environment
Operating Frequency—2.400–2.4835GHz
Maximum Transmitters—2
Maximum Receivers / Channels—1 receiver / 2 channels
Wireless Features—Automatic limiting, two-level active noise cancelling and DJI OsmoAudio direct connection

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Transmitter Input3.5 mm microphone inputNot applicable
Transmitter Microphone—Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone
Transmitter Recording—No
Internal Storage / Recording Time——
Transmitter Battery Life—Approx. 11.5 hours
Transmitter Charging Time—Approx. 90 minutes
Transmitter Dimensions—26.55 × 26.06 × 15.96mm
Transmitter Weight—Approx. 10g excluding clip magnet

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Monitoring Output3.5 mm headphone outputNot applicable
Receiver Type—Dual-channel camera receiver with interchangeable mobile adapters
Receiver Outputs—3.5mm TRS camera output and USB-C digital output
Receiver Battery Life—Approx. 10.5 hours
Receiver Charging Time—Approx. 100 minutes
Receiver Dimensions—46.50 × 29.61 × 19.32mm
Receiver Weight—Approx. 17.8g

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Connection—2.4GHz wireless
Audio Outputs—3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio
USB—USB-C
3.5mm Connection—3.5mm TRS camera output
Camera Compatibility—Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver
Smartphone Compatibility—Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter
Computer Compatibility—Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio
Operating System Compatibility—Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported
Direct Device Compatibility—DJI OsmoAudio-compatible cameras via direct Bluetooth connection
App Support—DJI Mimo where supported

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Onboard Recording—No
Bit Depth / Sample Rate—24-bit / 48kHz
Timecode—No
Safety Track—Supported — -6dB secondary safety track through receiver
Gain Control—Receiver gain dial and automatic limiting
Noise Cancellation—Two-level active noise cancelling
Low-Cut Filter—100Hz low-cut option
Controls—TX link/noise-cancellation controls and receiver dial/buttons
Special Recording Features—Automatic limiting to prevent clipping

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
Charging Case—Included only with applicable selectable kit variation
Case Battery Capacity—1950mAh / 7.55Wh when charging case is selected
Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles—Approx. 3.6 full charges for two transmitters and one receiver; up to 48 hours total
Case Charging Time—Approx. 2 hours
Case Charging Port—USB-C
Case Dimensions—96.10 × 41.00 × 59.35mm
Case Weight—Approx. 139g
Case Features—Stores and charges up to two transmitters and one receiver in the case-equipped variation

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-WM4 Pro Portable Wireless MicrophoneDJI Mic Mini
What's in the Box—Contents follow the selected variation: transmitter(s), receiver, charging case where selected, clip magnets, windscreens, mobile adapters/cables where listed and documentation

In summary

Choose DJI Mini for a longer range; BOYA BY-WM4 Pro is the cheaper choice if you do not need a longer range.

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