All three are two-transmitter kits with on-board backup recording, a lav input and a receiver for cameras and phones, so any of them will do the job. The DJI Mic 2 makes the most sense if you shoot with DJI Osmo cameras (its transmitters connect straight to a Pocket 3 or Osmo Action with no receiver) or want a touchscreen receiver. The Rode Wireless GO (Gen 3) matches the Mic 2 on 32-bit float backup and adds locking connectors and a slightly longer rated range. The older Wireless GO II is the most basic of the three.
What each maker publishes
| DJI Mic 2 | Rode Wireless GO II | Rode Wireless GO (Gen 3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range | 250 m (FCC) | Up to 200 m line of sight | Up to 260 m line of sight |
| On-board recording | 8 GB per TX, 24-bit or 32-bit float | Over 40 hours of internal memory | 32-bit float |
| Gain features | Gain control, Safety Track, noise cancelling | Safety channel, gain pad | GainAssist, safety channel |
| Battery per TX | About 6 h | Up to 7 h | Check Rode's spec sheet |
| Lav input | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, locking |
| Phone connection | USB-C/Lightning adapters, Bluetooth | USB-C and iOS digital output | Smartphones and computers, Direct Connect |
| Connects to DJI Osmo without receiver | Yes | No | No |
DJI figures from dji.com; Rode figures from rode.com product pages. Each brand tests range in ideal line-of-sight conditions.
DJI Mic 2 vs Wireless GO II
The GO II is an older design that many creators already own. Both kits give you two transmitters with on-board recording and a safety channel option. The Mic 2's advantages are a 32-bit float backup, the touchscreen receiver for checking levels at a glance, noise cancelling, direct Bluetooth to phones and direct links to Osmo cameras. The GO II's advantage is usually price on the used and discount market. If you're buying new, the Mic 2 or the GO Gen 3 is the better system.
DJI Mic 2 vs Wireless GO (Gen 3)
This is the closer match. Rode's third-generation GO adds 32-bit float on-board recording, GainAssist automatic levels, locking 3.5 mm connectors and a rated range up to 260 m. It also works with Rode's Series IV ecosystem (Wireless PRO, RØDECaster consoles).
Choose the Mic 2 if you use an Osmo Pocket 3, Osmo Action 4 or Action 5 Pro, or want built-in noise cancelling and a touchscreen. Choose the GO Gen 3 if you're already in Rode's ecosystem or want locking lav connectors.
Something smaller?
If you don't need backup recording, the DJI Mic Mini is about 10 g per transmitter with 400 m rated range and about 11.5 hours per charge. See Mic 2 vs Mic Mini.
Which should you buy?
- DJI camera users: DJI Mic 2.
- Rode ecosystem, locking connectors: Wireless GO (Gen 3).
- Already own a GO II: keep it unless you need 32-bit float.
Related: DJI Mic 2 vs Rode Wireless PRO, DJI Mic 2 with a camera and our best wireless mic guide. Shop the microphones collection.
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