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Best dash cam deals: Protect your ride from just $32

Dash cams are great for those worried about getting into accidents without having adequate backup in the form of video for things like insurance or the police. In fact, some of the better dash cam bundles include both a front and back cam, as well as things like higher resolutions, HDR recording, and infra-red for nighttime, although all these extra features tend to make them pricey. Luckily, dash cams have come a long way, and you don’t need to buy the best dash cams anymore to get something with relatively solid video quality and features. Even so, we’ve gone out and collected some of the best deals we could find, from the budget-friendly to the truly high-end.

Also, if you’re worried about things like theft when you’re at home, you may want to consider grabbing one of these security camera deals to get a little bit more overview of your driveway and car.

Redtiger Dash Cam 4K —  $120 $199 40% off

A manufacturer image displaying both of the cams provided with the REDTIGER 4K Dual Dash Cam as well as a peek at what the app looks like when in use.
Redtiger

While most camera options so far have been a front cam online, this option gives you both a front and rear camera so you can get full coverage of any potential issues. You get 4k resolution on the front camera and 1080p on the rear camera, both of which are very solid, and of course, they come with some solid night vision as well. The Redtiger Dash Cam 4K also comes with crash detection, which automatically saves any video, even if the MicroSD card is full, and it even comes with a GPS and route map that you can follow instead of using your phone.

Rexing M2 Max Front and Rear Mirror Dash Cam — $130 $200 35% off

The Rexing M2 2k Front and Rear Mirror Dash Cam on a white background.
Rexing

Another interesting option from Rexing is the Rexing Max a combination dashcam and rear-view mirror with some additional features, such as blind spot detection which highlights if another car is getting too close to you. There is also a similar driver assist for parking and general driving, which is great for those who don’t have an older car without these features. As for the recording quality, you get 4K in the front and FHD on the back, which is a pretty solid combination considering all the other great features you get.

Rove R2-4K —  $110 $160 31% off

ROVE R2-4K
Rove

If you want something with a bit higher resolution, then the Rove R2-4k is perfect since it can run 2160P at 30fps, which is a pretty high resolution for this price; plus, you also get a massive 2.4-inch IPS screen on the back. It also has a substantial 150-degree field of view, and for those who want parking protection, it also has a 24-hour parking mode that you can switch on. Of course, like most modern dash cams, you can connect to it through 5Ghz Wi-Fi and you can fit a MicroSD card of up to 512GB, which is nice.

Thinkware F200 Pro Front and Rear Dash Cam — $150 $200 25% off

Front and rear Thinkware dash cameras and a GPS connector.
Amazon

This is another quality Thinkware product. What sets it apart is its ability to detect contact to your car while you’re parked. You need to attach the optional hardware (and they recommend you have a professional do it). If a bad parallel parker hits you or something does a smash-and-grab on your window, the camera will immediately start recording with both the front and rear cameras. It also has a GPS feature that will record where you are and how fast you’re going, then integrate that into the camera footage.

VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam Front and Rear — $200 $260 23% off

VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam
VIOFO

One of the great things about the VIOFO A229 Plus is that both the front and back cameras provide 1440p resolution, so you’re getting pretty good imagery on both sides of your car. It also has a few other great features, such as voice control, 5Ghz Wi-Fi connectivity, GPS, and a relatively big screen on one of the cameras, which is great for reviewing footage quickly. It also comes with a 24/7 park mode for when you need to park your car for long periods, so it’s ideal for those who travel a lot.

Thinkware U1000 — $400 $500 20% off

Thinkware U1000 dashcam and rear cam
Thinkware

The Thinkware U1000 is unique in that both the front is 4k resolution and the rear camera has a 2k resolution, which means you’re going to get excellent video quality of any recording you want to watch, and it even comes with true HDR for extra contrast. Even better, you can connect to the camera remotely and get alerted about any impacts or issues on the spot, and the collision sensor means you get parking protection and low-energy modes as well. Finally, the Thinkware U1000 even comes with some basic driver assistance in the form of alerts for lane departures, which is a neat feature.

70mai Smart Dash Cam 1S — $40 $50 10% off

The 70mai Smart Dash Cam 1S and its mobile app.
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The 70mai Smart Dash Cam 1S is the cheapest option in this list, but it doesn’t feel like it because it’s packed with features. The dash cam, which supports microSD memory cards of up to 64GB, records footage at 1080p Full HD resolution with night vision capabilities thanks to its Sony IMX307 image processor and f/2.2 aperture. With its built-in G sensor, the dash cam will detect an accident and lock footage to prevent overwrites. You can use voice commands to ask the dash cam to take photos or to start recording videos, and you can use its accompanying app to watch real-time footage and to download files to your phone.

Rexing V1P Plus 4K UHD Front and Rear Dash Cam — $130 $140 7% off

Rexing-V1P-with-sd-card-and-sd-card-adaptor
Rexing

Another solid option is the Rexing V1P Plus, which also comes with a front and rear cam to get full coverage, as well as a 32GB SD card for you to get started. It has a pretty wide 170-degree field of view so you can capture a lot more, which might also come in handy in the parking/surveillance mode. As for image quality, it records at 4K for the forward-facing camera and 1080p for the rear-facing one, and it even has a solid night mode which might help a little bit. Luckily, it has both a G-collision detector which stops recording once it detects a collision to preserve the video, as well as a GPS logger to keep track of your exact routes and time if anything happens.

Other dash cam deals we like

Looking for an alternative? Check these out:

  • Rexing S3 1080p 3-Channel Wi-Fi Dash Cam —
  • Nextbase iQ 1K Smart Dash Cam —
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