DJI Care Refresh 1-Year Plan (DJI RS 3 Pro)

DJI Care Refresh (RS 3 Pro) — cheap insurance for a gimbal you're about to check as luggage

The gist: If you're flying with an RS 3 Pro to shoot travel video, this plan turns a $700+ repair nightmare into a flat $69 replacement fee.

• 1-year accidental damage coverage: covers drops, collisions, and water damage — the exact risks of gate-checking gear or shooting in rain.
• Two replacements allowed: up to two damage-based replacements during the plan's 12 months.
• Flat replacement fees: $69 for the first replacement, $89 for the second, instead of paying for a full new gimbal.
• Free two-way shipping and, if you never file a claim, DJI tacks on a 1-year warranty extension as a reward.

DJI's own support documentation confirms the plan must be activated on a brand-new or recently-activated (within 30 days) RS 3 Pro, so it's a buy-it-day-one decision, not something to add later.

Best for: nomads and creators who check gimbals as luggage or shoot outdoors often. Skip it if: your RS 3 Pro never leaves a padded case at home. Runs ~$39 — check the current price before buying.