Is the SkyRover X1 a Secret DJI Drone?

A growing number of drone enthusiasts are asking whether the SkyRover X1 is actually a DJI drone in disguise. With DJI drones facing increasing restrictions and customs issues in the U.S., the sudden arrival of a near-identical model under a different name has sparked suspicion. Security researchers have now uncovered connections between DJI and the SkyRover X1, pointing to shared infrastructure, login systems, and encrypted keys—all strong indicators that DJI may be trying to quietly evade the U.S. clampdown.

SkyRover X1’s Similarities to DJI Raise Questions

From design to specs, the SkyRover X1 strongly resembles DJI’s Mini 4 Pro. Priced competitively at $758 and sold openly on Amazon, it uses an app nearly identical to DJI’s own. Security researchers have also found direct links between the SkyRover X1 and DJI’s backend systems. Kevin Finisterre, known for investigating DJI's tech, confirmed that he logged into the SkyRover X1 system using his DJI credentials—proof that DJI’s infrastructure is still in play behind the scenes.

Security Experts Reveal DJI Fingerprints

Digging deeper into the app, another researcher, Jon Sawyer, discovered that the SkyRover X1 uses the exact same encryption keys found in DJI's software. Even more telling, remnants of the brand name “DJI” were found poorly masked as “xxx” or “uav” in the code. Such findings suggest that the SkyRover X1 isn't just a clone—it might actually be DJI hardware with a new name slapped on it to avoid regulatory backlash in the U.S.

DJI Remains Silent, But the Evidence Speaks

Despite repeated requests for comment, DJI has neither confirmed nor denied involvement with the SkyRover X1. The company’s silence only adds fuel to the speculation. Meanwhile, YouTubers and drone reviewers have come forward, some even admitting they were asked not to mention DJI in their content. These disclosures further point to a coordinated effort to mask the drone’s origin. With more digital breadcrumbs being uncovered, it seems increasingly likely that DJI is finding creative ways to keep its drones in American skies—whether openly or not.