Welcome to DashCamTalk. Our reviews reflect the input from our members and their real user experiences. The ratings are based on 4 primary criteria: Video Quality, Reliability, Price and Size.
The Best “Bang for your Buck” Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $110 Released: Jun 2019 Rating: 8.2 out of 10 2560×1600p 30fps GPS (Optional) 2" Screen Sm Size: 85x52x36mm | Best all around camera. Excellent video quality, buffered parking mode, discreet and reliable. |
 | Price: $130 Rating: 7.3 out of 10 Released: Jul 2021 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS No Screen Size: 31x53x29mm | Excellent design as one of the smallest dash cams on the market today. Video quality is average but the overheating problem of the original Garmin Mini has been resolved. A good buy for a tiny, discreet camera. |
 | Price: $180 Released: Sep 2020 Rating: 7.8 out of 10 F:2560x1440p 60fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 84x55x40mm | Slight improvement in front video quality over the A129 Duo (2K video instead of 1080p) for $10 more. A very good buy for a solid camera. |
For some more recommendations, check out our “Best Dash Cams of 2023” page.
2022 and 2023 Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $120 Rating: 7.8 out of 10 Released: May 2022 2560x1600p 30fps GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 75x46x42mm | A small improvement over the very popular A119 V3 as this camera is smaller and has WiFi. Slightly higher price than the A119 V3. |
 | Price: $120 Rating: 7.8 out of 10 Released: Jun 2023 2560x1440p 30fps GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 74x46x41mm | A replacement for the Mini A119 Mini which comes with a Sony Starvis 2 sensor. This provides slightly better video quality at night. Overall a decent dash cam for the money. |
 | Price: $150 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2022 2560x1440p 30fps GPS 1.54" Screen Size: 83x45x45mm | Good video quality and small form factor make this a decent dash cam. Camera is a bit pricier than others but overall a reasonable buy. |
 | Price: $220 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Jun 2022 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS 2.4" Screen Size: 99x60x43mm | A very good quality dual camera. Larger size but rear video quality is slightly better than most other dual cameras. Price is a bit high when compared to the similar A129 Plus Duo. |
 | Price: $370 Rating: 7.7 out of 10 Released: Dec 2022 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 112x60x40mm | First dash cam with STARVIS 2 CMOS delivers impressive video quality. Most expensive VIOFO but consider if you are looking for a premium dash cam. |
2021 Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $70 Rating: 4.3 out of 10 Released: Mar 2021 F:1920x1080p 30fps R:1280x720p 30fps No GPS 2.45" Screen Size: 105x50x45mm | Most likely the cheapest 3-channel dash cam on the market. Poor video quality and low reliability are the main problems related to this dash cam. |
 | Price: $70 Rating: 5.8 out of 10 Released: Dec 2021 3840x2160p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 89x58x15mm | Video quality is disappointing for 4K. Grainy night quality is not ideal and reliability has been average. |
 | Price: $80 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Feb 2021 F:2592x1944p 30fps R:1920x1080p 25fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 87.5x53x19mm | Nice upgrade to the original 70mai Dash Cam Pro since it now supports 2 channels and includes GPS. Drawbacks are the 4:3 video format. |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 4.3 out of 10 Released: Jan 2021 F:1920x1080p 30fps R:720x480p 30fps No GPS 2" Screen Size: 115x50x45mm | One of the cheapest 3-channel dash cams on the market. Unfortunately video quality and reliability reflect the price. |
 | Price: $120 Rating: 7.7 out of 10 Released: Feb 2021 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3" Screen Size: 89x60x36mm | Replaces the A800. Best 4K video quality during the day at this price. Rear camera is OK. Good value for your money. |
 | Price: $130 Rating: 6.2 out of 10 Released: Jun 2021 F:2560×1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3.16" Screen Size: 97x32x20mm | Not a native 4K camera and video quality reflects that. Front video is acceptable, rear video is below average at night. Reliability is unknown at this point. |
 | Price: $130 Rating: 6.2 out of 10 Released: May 2021 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3.19" Screen Size: 139x30x33mm | One of the most affordable 3-channel dash cams available. Video quality is acceptable but reliability has not been the greatest. |
 | Price: $270 Rating: 7.2 out of 10 Released: Jan 2021 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS No Screen | One of the better 3-channel dash cams to hit the market. If it proves reliable will be a good buy |
2020 Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $30 Rating: 4.5 out of 10 Released: Aug 2020 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 56x46x18mm | Cheap camera with poor video quality and very little support |
 | Price: $32 Rating: 4.2 out of 10 Released: Sep 2020 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 3" Screen Size: 74x43x33mm | Build quality leaves a lot to be desired coupled with unimpressive video quality. Not worth it even though the cost is very cheap. |
 | Price: $40 Released: Jan 2020 Rating: 7.2 out of 10 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 46x50x34mm | A simple low priced camera with good video quality for the money. Capacitor and 24 month warranty make it a good buy for a budget cam. |
 | Price: $40 Rating: 4 out of 10 Released: Sep 2020 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 3.2" Screen Size: 80x50x15mm | Build quality and reliability is poor. Unimpressive video quality. Not worth it even though the cost is very cheap. |
 | Price: $50 Rating: 4.3 out of 10 Released: Sep 2020 F:1920x1080p 30fps R:1280x720p 30fps No GPS 3" Screen Size: 90x50x13mm | Video quality does not impress. Build quality is not the best and reliability is hit or miss. Below average dash cam. |
 | Price: $47 Rating: 5.2 out of 10 Released: Apr 2020 1920x1080p 30fps GPS Optional 3" Screen Size: 87x52x36mm | Not impressed with the video quality and and infrared LEDs makes the quality worse. Outside of the low price, not many positives |
 | Price: $50 Rating: 7.3 out of 10 Released: Aug 2020 2560×1600p 30fps GPS Optional No Screen Size: 99x33x28mm | A good cylindrical budget camera. App is not the best which is a concern since the dash cam does not have a screen. Good value for money if the app works well with your phone. |
 | Price: $70 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 Released: Dec 2020 2560x1440p 30fps No GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 50x46x43mm | Good 2K video quality for the price. Reliability is unknown at this point with some initial reviewers having issues with SD cards. |
 | Price: $70 Rating: 5.5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3" Screen Size: 85x48x17mm | Not a native 4K camera and video quality reflects that. Front video is acceptable, rear video is below average at night. Reliability is unknown at this point |
 | Price: $80 Rating: 5.5 out of 10 Released: Dec 2020 2560x1440p 30fps No GPS 3.16" Screen Size: 90x40x45mm | A discreet, wedge shaped camera but 4K video is interpolated not native. App is very disappointing and comes with ads. Overall not a good value considering the drawbacks. |
 | Price: $80 Rating: 5 out of 10 Released: Jun 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 3" Screen Size: 85x48x17mm | A no frills dual camera at a cheap price. Not impressed with the video quality and early reports of overheating |
 | Price: $90 Rating: 6.2 out of 10 Released: Feb 2020 F:2560x1440p 25fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 12" Screen Size: 290x70x30mm | Video quality is good for a mirror camera but the camera does not have the best reliability or support |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 6 out of 10 Released: Nov 2020 F:2304x1296p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 2.7" Screen Size: 89x51x30mm | An average dual camera for video quality, reliability and available app. |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 7.2 out of 10 Released: Dec 2020 3840x2160p 30fps GPS 3.16" Screen Size: 91x38x30mm | A decent competitor for a budget 4K camera. Capacitor, buffered parking mode and audio error alerts are nice features as well. |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 4.7 out of 10 Released: Jan 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 3" Screen Size: 89x52x31mm | Video quality is average for front and below average for rear. While the price is attractive, quality is not the greatest. |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 4.5 out of 10 Released: Aug 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2.45" Screen | Processor and CMOS sensor are not as advertised. Not a native 4K camera and video quality reflects that. Runs hot and has reliability issues. Disappointing camera all around. |
 | Price: $120 Released: July 2020 Rating: 7.7 out of 10 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3" Screen Size: 89x60x36mm | Best 4K video quality during the day at this price. Rear camera is ok. Good value for your money. |
 | Price: $120 Rating: 6.3 out of 10 Released: Jul 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3.16" Screen Size: 91x38x30mm | While video quality is decent, it is not 4K and there are complaints of stuttering and duplicate frames |
 | Price: $140 Rating: 6.8 out of 10 Released: Sep 2020 2592x1520p 30fps GPS Optional 2.45" Screen Size: 102x45x44mm | Good video quality and one of the few dash cams that can powered by the OBD port. Expect a few more features like WiFi, GPS included and buffered parking mode at this price. |
 | Price: $170 Rating: 5 out of 10 Released: May 2020 3840x2160p 30fps GPS 2.7" Screen Size: 77x38x25mm | Disappointing video quality, particularly at night with this camera. Numerous other drawbacks as well. |
 | Price: $180 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 F:2560x1600p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 110x40mm | This rideshare camera has good video quality, design and 2 year warranty. However giving $40 gift cards for 5-star reviews is unethical. |
 | Price: $180 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 Released: Mar 2020 F:2560x1600p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 110x40mm | Video quality is ok but not the best. Reliability is average. Better dual cams at this price range. |
 | Price: $200 Rating: 6.8 out of 10 Released: Nov 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 108x44x44mm | An OK rideshare camera with capacitor and 18 month warranty. Video quality is not the greatest but build quality and reliability are good. Price is on the high side for video quality. |
 | Price: $250 Rating: 5.8 out of 10 Released: May 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2" Screen Size: 125x58x47mm | Potential to be a decent 3-channel camera if initial release issues are resolved |
 | Price: $260 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 Released: Feb 2020 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS Optional 2.45″ Screen Size: 108x45x45mm | First tri-channel rideshare dash cam. Overall good design and build. Video quality is not the greatest. Consider if you are in the market for a 3 channel cam. |
 | Price: $325 Rating: 7.8 out of 10 Released: Jun 2020 F:1920x1080p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 2.7" Screen Size: 75x35mm | While expensive, this is most likely the best remote dual lens camera available on the market today |
 | Price: $400 Rating: 5.7 out of 10 Released: Aug 2020 3840x2160p 30fps GPS 3" Screen Size: 94x53x45mm | High priced premium camera with good video quality and lots of features. Not a good value when drawbacks are considered |
 | Price: $420 Rating: 6.5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2020 F:1920x1080p 60fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 138x43mm | One of the first mainstream cameras that have LTE support built in. Add a SIM card with a data plan and you have constant connectivity to the Blackvue cloud. While pricey, it is loaded with more features than most dash cams |
 | Price: $460 Rating: 6.5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2020 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 118x36mm | Latest 4K camera from Blackvue is full of features. However given the high price, 4K video quality is disappointing, particularly at night |
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Last Updated: January 8, 2023