Best 4K Dash Cameras for 2024 : What is best dashcam for your lifestyle?

[@johnfurious8419]

Love this channel, you do the best job of explaining the pros and cons of all the different choices without bias. Thanks so much for all you do

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Thanks

[@dustinbrownlee3135]

"you're probably on Amazon right now, fishing around..." "Lmao, how'd you know?"😅

[@spizzy7996]

Excellent video. A unicorn dashcam would be one that combines al these features.

[@HughesyTech]

Great work Ben as usual, the best most honest channel out there)😊

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Glad you think so!

[@momvsonz6888]

Much respect for your "unsponsored", honest reviews. I am looking to purchase for my son's (Xmas gift). Impressed with the Viofo A229 Pro 4K. However, I've come across the brand Wolfbox. The latest model X5 4K appears good. What, if anything do you know of this product? With your knowledge on this subject, is this something you could/would, OR would not recommend. ☮

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

The Wolfbox X5 looks cool. We seen it at SEMA. I do feel that Wolfbox and a few others are still trying to catch up to VIofo on settings, video quality, and features. But Wolfbox and Red Tiger (same company) are moving in the right direction.

[@PanzerPlatform]

Nice work Ben.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Thanks!

[@reelheel5919]

Do any of these come with a suction cup mount? I need to be able to use it in rental cars.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

No suction cups available

[@iGrowingSmaller]

Do you have any companies that you recommend for installation outside of your service area? I live in Oklahoma and just bought a brand new 2025 Mazda CX-5 but don’t know who to go to or who to trust to do it the way you would.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

I recommend looking for a car audio shop. Typically car audio shops have more experience with wiring. Make sure they are familiar with dash cameras as well.

[@iGrowingSmaller]

@ thank you - I will do some research! 🙏🏼

[@CaptainCJ97]

The battery pack section definitely surprised me but having a app definitely would be a nice option.My u3000 is acting up for the date & time it's way off parking mode is radar but not working right waved my hand in front nothing worst its my second u3000 in less than 2 years ...I got the warranty from BlackboxMyCar but thinking to get the new blackvue box dashcam or should i wait for their supposedly new dash cam for next year?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

What surprised you about the battery section? Most battery packs can not be installed safely on newer vehicles. These 2 battery packs can be installed safely. Different Dash Cameras Why would you get the box dash camera? what problem are you trying to solve? Extreme heat? CLOUD with LTE? Hiding your storage? Radar parking Mode What do you mean by wave your hand in front of U3000? Did you walk in front of your vehicle to test the unit?

[@TakeOffTime]

Ben, I just purchased another car and what dash cam did I buy for this car? The same one, Viofo 229 Plus. It's the best feature rich and price ratio. Thanks for your very informative videos.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Good choice!

[@中国公路街景]

Can you do a color comparison? I want to use a dash cam to record scenery

[@SemihKöycü-y9u]

Thinkware u3000-How does the cloud system work? Is a SIM card required?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Best 4K Cloud Dash Cam Thinkware U3000 vs Blackvue DR970X Plus LTE? kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2a7f2Bol9Jse9E yes a hotspot is required on a seperate device

[@Bearsfan920]

I love my U3000, best dashcam for heat. I drive to Texas and no problems in 100 degree weather. My BlackVue Dr900x plus would always get too hot, and go low power.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@Bearsfan920 U3000 did very well in our heat test

[@hwyfan]

Do you have any opinions on the Cooau D30S or any other dual camera Cooau brand dash cameras? I have had one for years and it is generally a good camera, albeit a bit quirky (often asking whether I want to reformat the SD card on engine ignition).

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

never heard of that brand.

[@hwyfan]

@ There are a lot of brands out there. Cooau is sold on Amazon.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@hwyfan what country?

[@hwyfan]

@@SafeDriveSolutions it is sold on Amazon in the United States Cooau D30S 4k Dashcam with gps wi-fi, dual front and inside 2.5k 1080p.

[@ramul-mfume-truth]

What super capacitor dash cam would you recommend for a 2025 Toyota Corolla SE

[@coonce25]

What are your thoughts about dronemobile xc dash cam? Since I already have the security system for my vehicles?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Not sure. We had a conversation with them 3 weeks ago in Las Vegas. They have not reached out at all to talk to us anymore.

[@TimarliUgur]

Viofo 512 GB sd card satın aldım park modunda time lapse modunu yüksek kalite olarak ayarlayıp çekim yapabilir miyiz ? Yoksa kendi görüntü kalitesini düşürerek mi yapıyor

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

I am not sure I understand the question. Whatever parking mode you select it will record in that mode

[@emirsiraj2081]

Hi ben, What is the best 2ch dashcam for video quality. My budget is 200 usd.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

you probably want to look at Viofo A229 Plus I think it is around that price USD

[@emirsiraj2081]

@SafeDriveSolutions thank you ben

[@Luca-ij2xe]

Hi, I installed the A229 Pro 3CH updated to the latest firmware, but in parking mode, I don’t have the "Auto Event Detection" option, only the various Timelapse and Low Bitrate Recording options. Do you know why? Thanks

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Are you going through app or screen?

[@Luca-ij2xe]

@@SafeDriveSolutions app

[@Luca-ij2xe]

@@SafeDriveSolutions app

[@Luca-ij2xe]

@SafeDriveSolutions app

[@Luca-ij2xe]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Through the app, are you saying that the dashcam has a voice feature? Why are the menus different?

[@adams5806]

Can you recommend a good 360 dashcam. I'm interested in being able to cover all areas.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

360 like exterior?

[@adams5806]

@@SafeDriveSolutions A dashcam that covers the front, rear and both sides.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@adams5806 I dont think there is a great one. Best option would be to get a Thinkware U1000 plus and a multiplexer to add additional camera to it.

[@Luca-ij2xe]

Your videos are great! I have a Vantrue N5, but I’m thinking of switching to the Viofo A139 Pro or the A229 Pro. I need 3 channels, and I’ll decide between the two based on space. I saw a video where someone with the A139 mentioned a software update to set the voice command language to Italian. Do you know if this is also possible with the A229? Thank you!

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

A229 Pro newest firmware update has Italiano.

[@kennyrmccormick]

I had the original A139 for two years and the A139 pro for one, both have failed on me. Thinking about getting a truck DVR instead of another Viofo.

[@Luca-ij2xe]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Both menu and voice commands? I mean when the dashcam speaks and says "starting recording," etc. Is Italian also available on the A139? Thanks!!

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

What happened to them?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

what happened to them?

[@bmm9842]

Would like to have seen your take on "remote box" (or whatever you'd like to call them) dash cams. Those where the recording is handled in a separate, remotely located box similar to the BlackVue Box and Vueroid D40-Q2. I'll be looking to install something like this in the spring.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

We tested the Vueroid D40-Q2 a few months back and told Vueroid we would not be supporting the product. The cords were too thick. The front camera cord is not long enough to hide the box away, the red light and speed camera notifications come through the box and not the front camera. Overall good idea but not properly executed. With Blackvue we have only installed 2 of the units so we do not have enough data and I also do not have a unit to test and review.

[@bmm9842]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks for the quick reply. I think the appeal of a box-like system is the smaller camera , better heat management, and hidden recording media (unlikely to be stolen). I'm hoping 2025 will bring improvements in the current models out there (only 2 right now?) and possibly more players with this product design.

[@TimarliUgur]

Viofo a329 almak istiyorum .Park modu ağırlıklı kullanmak istiyorum aküm yeni bir sorun yaşar mıyım ? Geceleri kayıt yapsın istiyorum sabaha kadar yaklaşık 10-12 saat

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Yes you will need a battery pack. 10-12 hours every night on most vehiles will give battery problems

Viofo should implement cloud technology, as it is an essential feature in today’s world.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

I agree they need the option. However it does not have the adoption you may think it does. Honestly like nobody uses it. It is very rare that customers want to play around with that.

[@legacyautofocus]

And radar

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@legacyautofocus they said they tested it and were not happy with the results. But who knows maybe the made in china radar is not same as made in Korea radar parking mode technology.

[@MrWeekendCQ]

No it’s not lol

[@jamesw.6931]

Thank You for explaining the pros and cons; my Hero 7 failed, and I need help with the cameras available. Ordered the GoPro 13, then sent it back; way too much programming. Went to the local electronic store and purchased a Garmin 67W. The employee recommended the VIOFO 229 but didn't have one in stock. I wish someone would make a simple camera like my Hero 7, which had worked for almost 10 years and is the source of the videos on my channel.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Seeing i do not know the Hero 7. COuld you explain what you liked about it?

[@jamesw.6931]

@@SafeDriveSolutions It was simple you just inserted the SD card and battery. Pushed the power button and selected the format i.e. burst, photo video. Then pushed the record button on the bottom of the camera and began recording. I had a mount and hard wire in my vehicles and simply switched the camera to what I was driving. When the recording was done if I wanted to post the video simply removed the SD card and downloaded it to my computer. If I didn't want to save the video I went to the menu and selected delete files and shut the camera off. Simple efficient camera, without using apps the cloud or a smart phone.

[@pbetnah]

The HDR of the Viofo looks better at night but for the few samples I paused the video to compare pictures, the Blackvue seemed to have the clearest still pictures. Is it like that when comparing other samples where freeze frames are better?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Ultimate 4K Dash Cam Comparison 2024 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJTFZmdsq9ypock I just took some quick samples from videos. There is a lot more comparison in this video with Blackvue.

[@BRIFFDOGG]

Which one has the best motion detection for nighttime that won’t drain my car battery?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

All of them will draw current while parked. The Thinkware U3000 is most efficient in Radar Mode

[@SuperKiroChan]

@SafeDriveSolutions What about the iRoad Powerpack Pro 6 if you do not need the capacity of the Powerpack Pro 12?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

I was told they no longer manufacturer it. I asked them to remove from website a while back

[@avghosh]

Hi Ben, The video is great, Ben. I am writing to you from New Zealand. I have been looking for a rear dashcam for my Rav4. The dealer fitted the Toyota dashcam for the front. But it does not come with a rear camera. So, I am not in for an expensive solution and easy to install(I am not a car person, and don't have idea about the wiring), but looking for a camera with Parking mode, and I was thinking of adding it to the BlackVue B-112 battery pack. I was looking at the Garmin Mini 2/3 as an option. So, when the car is turned off, the batter would power the camera, but the battery isn't large enough to camera for 10-12 hours of parking, and I don't need soo much of recording for the night. So, if I switch to parking more, ideally it should last the night. So, over here I wanted to know if I need the parking mode module separately if I am hooking to an external battery? I am guessing not? Also I don't want to pay for any paid subscription. Do you suggest some 1 channel cheap alter where it has a good parking mode, and the camera isn't big, and can be installed via a cigarette power adaptor?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Yes parking mode cable is required for parking mode to work even when hooking up to battery pack. If you use a cigarette lighter you will not have parking mode at all.

[@avghosh]

@@SafeDriveSolutions ok..thanks for that. So how do I connect the hard wire parts to my external battery? The battery has 2 usb ports, 1 port for DC in, 1 port for dashcam.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@avghosh yeah that unit is totally different. It is more supportive of older blackvue units that would go into parking mode on its own without a parking mode cable. I am not 100% familiar with Garmin so not sure how it functions with a cigarette lighter plugin or usb direct in. I do know when we install garmin for clients we only do it with a 3 wire parking mode cable. You may have to find out if the garmin goes into parking mode when it senses no movement like older blackvue dash cameras did

[@avghosh]

@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks a lot for your help.

[@avghosh]

​@@SafeDriveSolutionscan you please suggest me the older model of blackvue dashcam, that can do parking mode on it's own?

[@swagger7]

My lifestyle: motorcycle ... for that I'm using the Vantrue F1. Nothing fancy, but a necessity. My car is on a DR970X-2CH, but I find that it doesn't need a witness as much as my bike does. Regardless, both are plug-n-forget, which is exactly what I want.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Yeah have not played around with motorcycles much in my career.

[@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741]

nice video. as i said i am going to get the viofo a229 pro 3 channel if ever we get another car/family van. i like to replace my existing dashcam which is the azdome m550. but, if ever viofo upgrades their a329 and have the 3 channel, i might get that instead.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

I guess we will see

[@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741]

@SafeDriveSolutions oh yeah, if it's okay with you, can you bring up and review you think are the best (best meaning affordable or best in video, or practicality, etc.) rear view mirror dashcam? Thanks

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741 I have tried forming a partnership many times with rear view mirror companies. Twice now they have said we will send you a product to review for free. Then the (If you purchase this many units we will send you one for free comes at the final stages). The channel is starting to earn some money now so we have been reinvesting in some products and tech for even better reviews. Trying to find a G sensor table for some better testing.

[@sapientswim09]

Love your videos! Im literally stuck on choosing btwn a few models because I want a bunch of features and not 1 has all of them together. I would like parking mode as an option, but as well for driving because my county has been getting insane with accidents recently, but I want to have 4k, and I want to have different options to choose what type of parking mode. I definetly want a 2 channel. I really like the Vantrue the best for clarity during the day & night. But I like the option of the U3000 for the parking mode for front & rear & its great motion detection. But I also want great cloud, I like that Viofo has emergency lock also. I thought I was going to settle on Viofo, but now I am really considering Vueroid but I really want the super night mode. I dont know what to do, Sigh lol

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Yes not 1 has all of them. Thats why i say figure out whats best for your lifestyle and then buy a battery pack if needed.

[@ernestofalcinelli5887]

Buon giorno, vorrei sapere cosa pensa della dash cam Vantrue E360. Può montare una battery pack? Io possiedo una Mercedes slk come posso far passare i fili della dash cam nell'auto? Grazie

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

not familiar with E360

[@Heppieboeddah]

That 6Ghz transfer looks ok. But you need a router or a phone that supports that 6/6E Frequency

[@crutchclargo]

Manufacturers provides a 6 GHz modem that is backwards compatible, It is up to the consumer to take advantage of that speed.

[@Heppieboeddah]

@@crutchclargo I do understand that, but using the full capacity from the 6Ghz frequenty from this dashcam you need hardware that supports it. Most of the phones dont support 6/6E frequenty.

[@ernestofalcinelli5887]

Se le capita potrebbe provarla? Grazie

[@hashirama2759]

If someone came to the side of the car and scratch my doors...is there any solution 2 that?

[@crutchclargo]

Trunk Monkey with a crow-bar. 😄

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

you could get a Thinkware U1000 plus and use a multiplexer module and add exterior cameras

[@Vinnie101a]

Sure is. Introduce them to my friends, Smith and Wesson.

[@Super6ix06]

How come no one really does blackvue box series review videos?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

In all honesty i have only installed 2 of those units in a year. Never put one in my own vehicle either. Maybe if Blackvue sent us one and I could use it for a few months In would review it.

[@dogie61]

​@@SafeDriveSolutions Is it outside budget to buy one? I'm sure the views would make up for it.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@dogie61 We dont make that kind of money off of KZbin yet. We are currently trying to find a G-Sensor tester.

[@TimarliUgur]

Merhaba ; kendime Viofo a329 araç kamerası satın aldım .4K 60 fps özelliği olduğu söylenmesine rağmen ayarlarda sadece 4K 30 fps mevcut .60 fps seçeneği yok .Bunun sebebi nedir ?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

you must have HDR turned on

[@TimarliUgur]

@@SafeDriveSolutionsHDR AÇIK ayarlada açtım .Sadece 4K 30 fps 2 K 60 fps 4K 30 fps 21.6 2 K 30 fps 21.6 bu şekilde 4K 60 fps seçeneği yok

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@TimarliUgur yes i know. You must turn off HDR feature to have 4K 60fps

[@TimarliUgur]

@@SafeDriveSolutionspark modunda HDR açmak avantaj sağlar mı ? Bir de son olarak park modunda süper gece görüş 1 fps mi ? Yoksa düşük bit ayarında kullanmak mı daha sağlıklı .Araca zarar verme eğilimi var bulunduğun bölgede

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@TimarliUgur there is new time lapse SNV which has super night vision. No need for Parking HDR to be turned on in this mode. low bitrate will record audio while time lapse will not. depends on your needs.

[@raghuramkumar2034]

Please recommend best dash cam for Toyata Venza 2023 front and rear which is useful in case of accident for insurance. I am open to spend. I am stuck between all the choice you have given. I’m in Canada.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

If you are focused on driving and not parking mode. Viofo has best video quality

[@pat8988]

Does anyone make a dashcam that can stream it's output to a smartphone? That would be convenient.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

did you watch the video? Blackvue DR 970x Plus LTE..... Hopwever you wouild need a huge data plan and a battery backup for sure

[@pat8988]

@ What I meant is to have the video stream directly to the phone via wireless, not to the cloud.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@pat8988 I see what you are saying. Unfortunately not. But maybe in the future there will be something created.

[@enrico5232]

Can you looking this video and give me your opinion on that? I'm looking 4k dual dash cam on a budget. Thanks. kzbin.info/www/bejne/anLRqpt-oZiSqqcsi=XGXJGfnaKZOxK6DG

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

We made a full rebuttle video on this video 2 years ago but never released it as we had a small audience at the time. This is a great video to show why people who dont specialize in a certain category should stay in their lane and not try and be an expert on something they dont know. Too many influencers want to make videos on this category by testing a bunch in their vehicles improperly for a week and claim to be the experts. -They had dash cameras not mounted in the correct place, Endless challenges to bring up. -They made some good points on all the cheap Amazon cameras what is your budget? What features do you want? Technology has changed a lot in 2 years.

[@enrico5232]

@SafeDriveSolutions as long I have a 4k at the front and 2k at the rear what a need is simple. Read the license plate in any weather condition. For all the rest features are extra. I can spend 300$ and up but, it is pay off if you are involved in a car accident.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Then there is nothing to suit your needs. No current dash camera on the market can read a license plate in any weather condition. When your driving and it is snowing or raining and you can barely see in front of you with your own eyes. No dash camera will pick anything up either. It is an unrealistic expectation. Best chance with price your willing to pay is the Viofo A229 Pro.

[@enrico5232]

@@SafeDriveSolutions I was thinking the same product. You just confirmed that. Thanks 🙏 for your time.. Merry Christmas. All the best