A good dash cam is a sound investment. If you take frequent road trips, dash cameras continuously record what’s going on in front of you, and in some cases, what’s going on behind you or even inside your vehicle. Dash cams can be a godsend in the event of an accident, producing evidence for you and your insurance company in the event of an accident.
If you’re a rideshare driver, a dash cam is an equally important accessory. In the event of an incident inside your car, you’ll be able to give Uber or Lyft evidence of what happened — and in some cases, this has prevented shady passengers from attempting to file false claims against drivers, which could get them deactivated. Some drivers say they feel extra security with a dash cam inside their car since passengers know they’re recorded at all times.
We’ve assembled some of the best dash cam deals below, along with some tips on how to pick the right dash cam.
Today’s best dash cam deals
- APEMAN C550 Dual Dash Cam – $42 with coupon on product page, was $59
- YUNDOO B-DT28 Dual Dash Cam – $50, was $60
- AUKEY 4K Dash Cam — $90, was $110
- Garmin Dash Cam Mini — $92, was $130
- Anker Roav Dual Dash Cam Duo — $100, was $130
- LANMODO Car Night Vision Camera – $299 with coupon 20LMMDDT and page code (two discounts), was $499
MyGEKOgear Orbit 530 Dash Cam
$110 $140
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The MyGEKOgear Orbit 530 dash cam is an affordable camera for your car that records videos in excellent 1296p resolution while barely breaking a $120 budget.
Buy at Best Buy
Coupon for 30% off
APEMAN C550 Dual Dash Cam
$41 $79
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Get front-to-back coverage for your car with the APEMAN C550 dual dash cam system, with up to 1080p resolution footage, a GPS, and a built-in G-Sensor.
Buy at Amazon
THiEYE Dash Cam
$49 $100
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If your car’s tight on space, this THiEYE dash cam is both a space- and money-saver, with great features like night vision, WDR light technology, and 1080p video recording for those road trips.
Buy at Amazon
Save $20 with Instant Coupon
Vantrue N2 Uber Dual Dash Cam
$130
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The Vantrue N2 is a favorite among rideshare drivers, thanks to dual-camera support and great picture quality,
Buy at Amazon
VAVA VA-VD002 Dual Dash Cam
$135 $150
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The VAVA dual dash cam system records videos in 1080p with both cameras, capable of rotating to provide a 360-angle view and parking monitoring, equipped with an HDR Sony sensor for beautiful videos.
Buy at Amazon
VVCAR 3.0″ Triple Dash Cam
$170 $200
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VVCar’s 3-lens Triple Dash cam has front, rear, and inside cameras. 30% discount with code QWO73UXQ
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Coupon for $100 off
LANMODO Car Night Vision Camera,
$499 $599
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LANMODO’s Car Night Vision waterproof dash cam displays 1080p HD full-color images days and nights, view up to 984 feet with Sony DSP chip. $100 off page code plus DT code 20LMMDDT for extra $100 off.
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Coupon for 5% off
APEMAN C420 Mini Dash Cam
$38 $60
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Despite it’s small size, the APEMAN C420 Dash Cam records in 1080p with a 170-degree angle wide-angle camera for detailed videos and also has night vision.
Buy at Amazon
EchoMaster Dual Dash Cam
$130 $180
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With the EchoMaster dual dash cam, you can record both ways in a 170-degree angle in 1080p resolution. It’s designed to withstand the elements, like rain and fog, giving it great utility.
Buy at Amazon
Vantrue N1 Pro Compact 1080P dash cam
$70 $80
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Vantrue’s N1 Pro Mini Dash Cam captures 1920×1080 full HD video with a 160-degree wide-angle lens. Motion sensor, collision detection, and 24-hour parking mode. Save $28 with discount code KNQT7HDB.
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YUNDOO B-DT28 Dual Dash Cam
$45 $60
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This budget-friendly dual dash cam combo is an excellent 1080p option that covers your front and rear with parking monitoring, loop recording, and automatic light adjustment for every time of day.
Buy at Amazon
Apeman C770 4K Dash Cam
$110
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If you’re looking for a dash cam with 4K video support, the Apeman C770 is a well-reviewed choice.
Buy at Amazon
Anker ROAV C2 Pro Dash Cam
$130 $150
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The Anker ROAV C2 Pro Dash cam is a well-rounded option that’s worth every cent, featuring 1080p resolution footage, a G-Sensor, and excellent night vision capabilities.
Buy at Amazon
THINKWARE F200D Front and Rear Camera Dash Cam
$150 $190
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Get full HD quality videos with the Thinkware F200D dash cam. It has a built-in wi-fi so you can pair it with the Mobile Viewer app to review your recording in 720p resolution.
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Anker Roav DashCam Duo
$118 $120
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A great dual-cam dashcam alternative to more expensive options. Night vision, 1080p quality, and built-in GPS are all standard on this affordable option.
Buy at Amazon
Kenwood DRV-A601W 4K Dash Cam
$200 $230
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Take your footage to the next level with the Kenwood DRV-A601W 4K dash cam, capable of dishing out breathtaking videos for your on-road montages that’ll put regular cameras to shame.
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Garmin Dash Cam 66W
$220 $250
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Packed with incredible features that would blow most dash cams out of the water, the Garmin Dash Cam 66W delivers 1440p videos and an innovative Travelapse feature you can use for fantastic footage.
Buy at Best Buy
WIMIUS 1080p Dash Camera
$38 $100
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Wimius’ dash cam is a low-cost option with great reviews.
Buy at Amazon
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Vantrue N2 Pro Uber Dual 1080p Dash Cam
$170 $200
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Vantrue’s N2 Pro Uber Dual 1080p Dash Cam records your car interior as well as the front view. Save $80 with discount code 8YNZVG96.
Buy at Amazon
Garmin Dash Cam Mini
$93 $130
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In a package not much larger than a car key, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini delivers impressively clear 1080p video.
Buy at Amazon
THINKWARE Q800PRO Dash Cam
$200 $300
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Going off-road? The THINKWARE Q800 PRO dash cam is exactly what you need, designed for all-terrain durability with thermal protection, GPS, and enhanced night vision, all while recording in 1440p.
Buy at Amazon
TOGUARD CE33 Dash Cam
$40 $70
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Need a dash cam on a budget? The TOGUARD CE33 dash cam is great for drivers who only need the bare necessities, like 1080p video recording, a built-in GPS, and parking monitoring.
Buy at Amazon
How to choose a dash cam
Which dash cam you choose depends on your needs. Every dash cam will obviously give you a frontside view of what’s going on ahead of you — the cheapest offering only this view. More expensive cameras will either provide you with a view inside your car, or a secondary camera that you can place in your rear windshield to see behind your car.
While front view-only cameras are cheaper, we do recommend cameras that offer either interior or rearview cameras as well. Remember, accidents won’t always happen in front of you — sometimes you’ll be hit from behind. Rideshare drivers should choose a camera that offers an interior view as well because in the event of an incident, you’ll want evidence of what is going on inside the car as well.
We’d also recommend a camera with night vision capabilities both inside and out. At night, cheaper dash cams won’t provide the detail you need to make the footage useful. Again, for rideshare drivers night vision inside will be preferable — many of us drive at night, so being able to see what’s going on inside the car clearly in the dark is beneficial.
As far as resolution goes, look for a camera with a resolution of at least 1080p. You’ll also want to look at some sample footage first (many dash cams have reviews on YouTube that include this). Some cameras perform better than others. While there are 4K dash cams now available, in most cases, you’ll likely be able to settle for 1080p without losing much picture clarity.
Do dash cams lower insurance?
No. As far as we know at the moment, no insurance companies provide any discount for installing a dash cam inside your car. However, having a dash cam installed could keep your rates low in the long run. In many insurance claims for accidents, what happens can quickly become a case of “he said, she said.” Without video evidence, you could find yourself partially at fault for an accident that might not have been your fault at all. Dash cam video could help keep your rates lower since you’ll have a video of what happened in the accident.
Do dash cams have night vision?
A majority of midrange and higher-end dash cams will have night vision — and even some cheaper cams, too. What we will caution is not all night vision is created equal. We’ve seen considerable variability in the quality of night vision footage between dash cams — even ones of similar price. Take some time before you buy to look over sample night-vision footage, so you get the best bang for your buck.
Do dash cams record sound?
Some do, and some don’t — although a vast majority will. Do remember that the sound recorded will be from inside your vehicle and not outside. As a result, anything happening outside the car that you might want to hear will not be as audible as what’s going inside the vehicle. If you’re a rideshare driver, we certainly recommend purchasing a dash cam that does, however.
Do dash cams need to be plugged in?
While some dash cams can be charged up and run without being always plugged in, our recommendation is to have your dash cam continuously plugged into a source of power. The last thing you’ll want during an incident is to find your dash cam’s battery ran out.
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