Rating of the best video recorders: price / quality
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• When choosing a good DVR for price and quality, there are many factors to consider.
• Many entry-level dash cams can capture footage in Full HD, while premium models can shoot in 4K.
• Some dash cams have a second camera that can record what is happening inside or behind your vehicle.
Top models in rating of video recorders 2021 Years also offer a night vision mode, which will be especially important if you spend a lot of time behind the wheel after dark.
• The top 10 dash cams below show the very best models for any driver.
10.iBOX UltraWide GPS Dual
- in the form of a mirror with a remote camera
- viewing angle 170 °
- screen 10″
- video resolution 1920×1080 at 30 fps
- cyclic/continuous recording
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- photo mode
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- operating temperature -35 – 55
- dimensions 258x40x70 mm
- weight 220 g
• This aesthetically pleasing mirror dash cam features a 10-inch 2,5D IPS touchscreen display similar to smartphones. The view from the iBOX UltraWide can be switched to the main or second camera, or you can switch to two at once.
• The main camera shoots maximum in Full HD-quality, at the rear – HD-resolution. The quality of shooting, as well as the viewing angle, parking mode and many other parameters can be configured in the recorder's menu.
Pros: easy installation, convenient touch screen, good picture quality day and night, looks very natural in the car.
ConsA: The GPS module is remote, not built-in.
9 Roadgid Duo
- with remote camera
- viewing angle 140 °
- screen 3″ with a resolution of 640 × 480
- video resolution 1920×1080 at 30 fps
- battery life up to 20 min
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- dimensions 87x34x53 mm
- weight 110 g
• If you need a good and inexpensive DVR with two cameras, pay attention to this model. It has a larger 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 640×480, and video recording is in full HD quality.
• In addition to video, the Roadgid Duo records audio in continuous loop recording on a micro SD card up to 32 GB. The sound can be turned off if necessary.
• The second camera has parking markings and is equipped with a diode backlight, which improves the quality of the picture from it in the evening.
• The device is conveniently and securely attached to the windshield on the suction cup. Don't expect high quality footage at night, but daytime video quality is hard to beat.
Pros: can be connected to a PC or laptop via usb, convenient menu, good viewing angle.
Cons: no wifi.
8. CARCAM Q6
- with remote camera
- viewing angle 140 °
- screen 2.35″ with a resolution of 480 × 320
- video resolution 2560×1440 at 25 fps
- loop recording
- support for microSD memory cards (microSDXC)
- photo mode
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- GLONASS
- operating temperature -40 — +60
- dimensions 67x44x39 mm
- weight 71 g
• The CARCAM Q6 camera records high-definition video, which is important when you need to see someone's license plate. The ultra-wide angle lens of this dash cam provides a great viewing angle, and in addition to standard features such as shock sensor and overwrite protection, it has a GPS / GLONASS module. Thanks to its presence, the device can record the coordinates and speed of the car.
• The GPS module is located in the magnetic mount of the DVR, so you need to position it so that there are no body elements nearby that can interfere with the signal.
• The footage can be viewed on a smartphone using the proprietary CARCAM Wi-Fi Auto mobile application. It can also be used to remotely configure CARCAM Q6.
• The supercapacitor inside the dash cam can withstand low temperatures and withstand millions of charge cycles.
• The second camera has an IP67 rating, writes in 2K after interpolation, and its viewing angle is 130°. It gives a detailed and clear picture in different conditions.
ProsFeatures: solid construction, 2K video recording, good viewing angle without fisheye effect, supercapacitor.
Cons: Wi-Fi is disabled by default, you need to long press one of the buttons on the dash cam to connect it.
7. Xiaomi 70mai Dash Cam Pro Midrive D02
- viewing angle 140 °
- screen 2″ with a resolution of 320 × 240
- video resolution 2592×1944 at 30 fps
- loop recording
- battery life up to 50 min
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- photo mode
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- operating temperature -10 — +60
- dimensions 88x18x53 mm
• Which DVR to choose if the 4K model is too expensive, and the usual HD quality does not suit you? How about a Xiaomi model with a video resolution of 2592×1944 pixels? With its WDR 140° wide-angle lens, it captures more detail in both dark and bright light, creating an ultra-clear and bright picture.
• Thanks to G-sensor motion detection, 70mai Pro keeps recording even in parking mode. The upgraded built-in 500mAh battery is designed for long-term use.
• Once the G-sensor detects a collision, 70mai will automatically lock the video in the crash file to prevent it from being overwritten, which can be used to restore the scene.
• Please note that there are several variants of Xiaomi 70mai Dash Cam Pro, and if you come across a firmware in Chinese, then look for Russian firmware on w4bsitXNUMX-dns.com.
Pros: very small and compact, battery powered parking mode, excellent viewing angle, convenient app and easy to set up.
Cons: no built-in GPS, the camera can only be rotated in a vertical position, so it is better to place the device exactly in the middle of the windshield.
6.BlackVue DR900S-2CH
- with remote camera
- viewing angle 162 °
- without screen
- video resolution 3840×2160 at 30 fps
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- operating temperature -20 — +70
- dimensions 119x36x36 mm
- weight 91 g
• Those who regularly make long road trips, overcoming any weather conditions and types of roads need the best DVR with a lot of features. And the BlackVue DR900S-2CH is a great option.
• The package includes front and rear cameras, both of which capture the traffic situation in HD quality.
• The price of this model may seem unbelievably high for a dash cam, but it is the only camera that features an 8MP CMOS sensor in the front and a high performance Sony STARVIS CMOS sensor in the rear camera. As a result, the picture is highly detailed and clear both day and night.
• The 162-degree field of view seems perfect for the task at hand and saves footage from that clunky fisheye look that some wide-angle cameras suffer from.
• In addition, this dash cam has an advanced BlackVue Smart Parking Mode that records even when the car is turned off. This is possible thanks to Power Magic Pro, which is connected to the car's battery and ensures that the dash cam does not run out of reserves when recording overnight.
• In addition, users can make the most of BlackVue cloud storage or log in to a parked car remotely (via the app) and view live footage from the camera.
Pros: excellent picture day and night, compact, there are various fasteners in the kit, hardly visible from the street, convenient software.
Cons: price.
5. Garmin Dash Cam Tandem
- viewing angle 180 °
- without screen
- video resolution 2560×1440 at 30 fps
- support for microSD memory cards (microSDXC)
- photo mode
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- operating temperature -20 — +80
- dimensions 55x24x41 mm
- weight 65 g
• Garmin's first dual-lens dash cam lets you see what's going on inside and outside of your car while you're driving, handy for taxi drivers and others who want to keep an eye on their passengers.
• Extremely compact in design, the Dash Cam Tandem features a magnetic clip that can be easily mounted under your rearview mirror and removed when not in use.
• The package includes two USB cables (the longer one allows you to neatly route the cable around the cab of the car), as well as a USB cigarette lighter socket with two ports for simultaneously charging your phone. However, if you want to use your dash cam to record incidents—for example, if your car is bumped into a parking lot while shopping—you need to have it professionally installed so that it continuously records.
• The key to controlling one of the best dash cams is the Garmin Drive app (Android and iOS), where you can view video and audio recordings without removing the MicroSD card from the device.
• The image quality is generally excellent, especially from the front camera. The recorder also has a picture-in-picture function that allows you to simultaneously view frames from the rear and front view cameras.
Pros: compact design, high build quality, rich functionality.
Cons: price, the application is not as intuitive as we would like.
4. Garmin DashCam Mini
- viewing angle 140 °
- without screen
- support for microSD memory cards (microSDXC)
- photo mode
- built-in microphone
• The mini Garmin Dash Cam Mini is designed to be easily hidden behind the rearview mirror.
• The dash cam only has two buttons—one to mute the microphone, one to save clips on the go—and no display for cropping footage. Instead, video can be viewed live on your smartphone by downloading the Garmin Drive app and connecting to the Mini's Wi-Fi.
• The app also lets you edit and export videos, adjust video settings including data overlay and video quality (which can be downsized to 720p), and remotely control the dash cam.
• Once installed, Dash Cam Mini continuously records to a microSD memory card. Although it doesn't offer 4K resolution, its Full HD footage is bright and detailed, and the exposure adapts well to different conditions. The 140-degree viewing angle covers most of the forward image without fisheye distortion.
Pros: Mini size, easy operation, solid assembly, good picture quality.
Cons: there is no night mode and no GPS, and for parking surveillance you will have to buy and install a separate cable.
3. Thinkware F800 PRO
- viewing angle 140 °
- without screen
- video resolution 1920×1080 at 30 fps
- loop recording
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- operating temperature -20 — +60
- dimensions 110x61x33 mm
- weight 105 g
• This car DVR does not have a screen, your smartphone will act as its role, on which you need to install a proprietary application and connect to the F800 PRO via Wi-Fi.
• But the real innovation with the F800PRO is how it uses its front camera and accelerometer to warn you of lane departures and the possibility of a direct collision. Also, this device informs the owner about the approach to the maximum permitted speed and security cameras. It has its own database connected to the cloud.
• It also has a GPS module so you can track the coordinates and control the speed of the vehicle.
Pros: excellent picture quality at night, convenient application, parking mode.
Cons: price, no backlighting of the keys, the developer does not often update the camera map.
2. VIOFO A129 PRO DUO ULTRA 4K
- with remote camera
- viewing angle 130 °
- screen 2″
- video resolution 3840×2160 at 30 fps
- loop recording
- support for microSD (microSDHC) memory cards
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
• Have you ever heard of the Chinese company Viofo? No wonder, because it's definitely not the most recognizable name in the dash cam industry, but its 4K resolution Pro Duo model is phenomenal value for money.
• The front camera of this DVR has a built-in GPS module, which many other brands offer as an option. The plastic body of the A129 PRO looks and feels cheap, but it has some clever technology that justifies the price of the device.
• It uses supercapacitors, which means its power supply is built to last and can handle extreme temperature ranges without degrading performance.
• On top of that, you get the ability to record stunning 4K (3840 x 2160p) video, with plenty of detail and wide dynamic range for rich colors in all weather conditions.
• Unfortunately, 4K recording is only possible at 30 fps. However, dual recording (front and rear cameras) is only available in Full HD (1080p) anyway, and it goes at 60fps.
• Setting up the dash cam is easy, and Viofo offers a smartphone app to quickly view and save clips.
Pros: Night-time image quality, parking mode, motion detection, automatic emergency recording, GPS tracking and 1080p dual-channel recording.
Cons: price, according to user reviews, this model is very demanding on the memory card, we recommend purchasing an MLC memory card.
1. Daocam combo wifi 2ch
- with remote camera
- viewing angle 170 °
- 3″ screen with a resolution of 640x360
- video resolution 1920×1080 at 30 fps
- loop recording
- support for microSD memory cards (microSDXC)
- built-in microphone
- shock sensor (G-sensor)
- GPS
- dimensions 98x40x58 mm
- weight 115 g
• We gave the first place in the rating of video recorders to the model that received a five-star rating on Yandex.Market.
• There are many reasons to praise this device among motorists, we list the main ones.
- The presence of a signature radar detector.
- The ability to update the firmware and keep the camera database up to date via Wi-Fi.
- Convenient magnetic mount with quick removal and installation. You can also attach the DVR with tape.
- The presence of two cables of different lengths in the kit for connecting a second camera either in the car, or on the rear window or near the license plate.
- The presence of an IPS display with a resolution of 640 by 360 pixels and good viewing angles.
- Remote access to the DVR using the Daocam Combo mobile application.
- Convenient menun.
• The best video recorder according to reviews is distinguished by the optimal combination of price and functionality. Basically, you get two devices in one, plus a rearview camera.
Pros: good shooting quality day and night, up-to-date camera base, high-quality assembly, simple settings.
Cons: not.
