I'm reading of two options with Street Guardian and Viofo dashcams and wanted to see what you think.
Option 1: Hardware dashcam so power is always on, add battery discharge prevention, and set up parking mode
Pros: I'd have some video if someone hits the front of the car and leaves
Cons: I need to spend more on the installation to add the battery discharge prevention. The memory card will also wear out faster.
Option 2: Hardware dashcam to accessory power so parking mode isn't possible. Dashcam only works when car is running.
Pros: Cheaper installation. Memory card lasts longer
Cons: No video when car is not running
Is parking mode worth the extra work and cost?
Option 1: Hardware dashcam so power is always on, add battery discharge prevention, and set up parking mode
Pros: I'd have some video if someone hits the front of the car and leaves
Cons: I need to spend more on the installation to add the battery discharge prevention. The memory card will also wear out faster.
Option 2: Hardware dashcam to accessory power so parking mode isn't possible. Dashcam only works when car is running.
Pros: Cheaper installation. Memory card lasts longer
Cons: No video when car is not running
Is parking mode worth the extra work and cost?