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

If you tend to drive a lot, then you’ll know that there is always a slight chance of getting into an accident, even if it’s a minor fender bender. That’s why it’s always a good idea to have some kind of protection in the form of a dash cam so that you can record things that are happening in front of you and even behind you when you’re driving. 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.

70mai Smart Dash Cam 1S — $32, was $50

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.

Redtiger Dash Cam 4K —  $103, was $199

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.

Rove R2-4K —  $110, was $160

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 — $160, was $200

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.

Rexing V1P Plus 4K UHD Front and Rear Dash Cam — $145, was $160

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.

Rexing M2 Max Front and Rear Mirror Dash Cam — $180, was $230

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.

Thinkware X800 Front Dash Cam — $140, was $170

Thinkware X800 Front Dash Cam
Thinkware

Thinkware is a fantastic dash cam company, as you’ll see later in our list. This is one of their more budget-minded options. This deal has a front camera only, which is a bit of a shame, but it’s not a dealbreaker, especially since it has a fantastic night vision mode. After all, it’s estimated that nearly a third of car accidents happen after dark. If your camera only grabs really grainy footage at night, or nothing at all, it’s practically useless. You can control the dash cam with a small LCD touch screen, so it’s easy to control in brief moments while you’re driving.

Thinkware Q1000 — $250, was $350

Thinkware Q1000
Thinkware

The Thinkware Q1000 is unique in that both the front and the rear camera have 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, thee Thinkware Q1000 even comes with some basic driver assistance in the form of alerts for lane departures, which is a neat feature.

Other dash cam deals we like

Looking for an alternative? Check these out:

  • Redtiger Dash Cam Front Rear —
  • Rexing S1 PRO 1080p 3-Channel Wi-Fi Dash Cam —
  • VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam Front and Rear —
  • Rexing S3 1080p 3-Channel Wi-Fi Dash Cam —
  • Nextbase iQ 1K Smart Dash Cam —
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