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: $120 Rating: 8.0 out of 10 Released: Jun 2023 2560x1440p 30fps GPS 1.5" Screen Size: 74x46x41mm | The A119 Mini 2 comes with a Sony Starvis 2 sensor and is the best all around dash cam. Excellent video quality, buffered parking mode, discreet and reliable. |
 | Price: $160 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Aug 2023 F:3840x2160p 25fps R:1920x1080p 25fps GPS 3" Screen Size: 89x60x36mm | The A810 is 70mai's first STARVIS 2 dash cam. Offers good video quality and features for a reasonable price point. |
 | Price: $80 Released: Jun 2019 Rating: 8.2 out of 10 2560×1600p 30fps GPS (Optional) 2" Screen Sm Size: 85x52x36mm | Older proven camera that is very reliable and a great value at the price. |
For some more recommendations, check out our “Best Dash Cams of 2025” page.
2023 and 2024 Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $60 Rating: 4.7 out of 10 Released: Jun 2023 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 3″ Screen Size: 80x45x15mm | Video quality is poor and build quality is not the best. Not worth it even though the cost is very cheap. |
 | Price: $100 Rating: 7.3 out of 10 Released: Apr 2023 2560x1440p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 98x31x25mm | The WM1 has a unique no-screen design with good 2K video. App is not the best which could be a problem for some given the cam does not have a screen |
 | Price: $110 Rating: 7 out of 10 Released: Jan 2023 1920x1080p 60fps GPS 1.2″ Screen Size: 93x51x51mm | A unique and innovative rotating dash cam with many features. Video quality is not as good as similar priced competitors but a good buy if you are looking for a lot of features at a reasonable price. |
 | Price: $130 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Sep 2024 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS No Screen Size: 52x32x20mm | A very small and reliable dash cam. However 1080p video quality is not impressive for a dash cam released in 2024. Consider if you want a tiny cam from a major brand. |
 | Price: $220 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Oct 2023 F:2560x1440p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS 2.4″ Screen Size: 99x58x46mm | VIOFO’s most affordable 3-channel dash cam utilizing STARVIS 2 sensors for front and rear. While not 4K like the A229 Pro, video quality is still quite good particularly at night |
 | Price: $300 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2023 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3.19″ Screen Size: 116x85x45mm | One of the better 3-channel ride share cameras available. Video quality is good, with STARVIS 2 for the front camera. |
 | Price: $300 Rating: 7.5 out of 10 Released: Oct 2023 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS 2.4″ Screen Size: 99x58x46mm | A good 3-channel camera with STARVIS 2 for both front and rear camera. Video quality is top notch for front camera and decent for rear and cabin. |
 | Price: $320 Rating: 7.2 out of 10 Released: Jul 2023 F:2592x1944p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS 3.19″ Screen Size: 124x69x50mm | One of the only 4-channel cameras available. A great choice if you want to record the cabin from both front and back |
 | Price: $400 Rating: 7.3 out of 10 Released: Oct 2024 F:3840x2160p 60fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS 2.4″ Screen Size: 99x58x46mm | Excellent dual channel camera for video quality. SSD and WiFi 6 are great additions. However it is a pricey camera. |
 | Price: $475 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 Released: Mar 2023 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:1920x1080p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 118x36mm | Updated 4K flagship camera for Blackvue. Some minor improvements over the previous version. |
 | Price: $500 Rating: 6.7 out of 10 Released: Jun 2023 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 98x70x56mm | Thinkware’s flagship camera has an impressive set of features but is pricey and while video quality is good, it is not as great as some other cameras. Best for parking mode. |
 | Price: $850 Rating: 5.5 out of 10 Released: Dec 2023 F:3840x2160p 30fps R:2560x1440p 30fps GPS No Screen Size: 175x80x45mm | An ambitious dash cam with many new features but high price, disappointing video quality, large size and issues at launch make this an underwhelming dash cam. |
2022 Dash Cams
| Dash Cam | Specifications | Final Word |
|---|---|---|
 | Price: $35 Rating: 5 out of 10 Released: Jul 2022 F:1920x1080p 25fps R:1280x720p 25fps No GPS 2.45″ Screen Size: 70x47x30mm | Cheap price but video is not impressive. Reliability has not been great either. Not a good deal. |
 | Price: $40 Rating: 5.8 out of 10 Released: Aug 2022 1920x1080p 30fps No GPS 0.9″ Screen Size: 89x46x36mm | A small, low priced dash cam with average video quality. The app, which is critical to use the camera, is not the best. Support is virtually non-existent. |
 | 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: $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: 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: $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 |
For older cameras (2020 or prior) check our “Older Dash Cam” page.
Last Updated: January 7, 2025