Nextbase 622GW Dash Cam & Accessories Review | Unboxing, Image Quality & Settings

[@LensOfJames]

🔥 You can check out the 622GW: tidd.ly/3SSbWmp and the full range of Nextbase dash cams here: tidd.ly/3CrplfU (affiliate links) 🔥

[@urban_fox_cub_urbex]

i would of put that rear one on the van door window and had the cable in the door cable conduit

[@tonyl1984]

When I feed the wiring from the dash cam inside the headliner section, to prevent the wiring from fallout I place cable ties (cut off the unwanted excess) in sections as the cable tie ends stop it from falling out 👍🏻

[@lycanharmon3103]

Your review is outstanding man. Very detailed and you even showed how you set yours up for a point of review for others. Big props. Defiantly saving up for this. Thank you for your time making this. Keep it up with all the details.

[@jnah18]

Now this is how reviewing a product should be done! Thank you for showing and explaining the process from start to finish together with the set up process. Brilliant! 😁

[@liferockedmelikemotley]

Im buying this immediately. I was torn between which ones would be good, but this sold me.

[@marvin7533]

I'm going to buy this cam. This is the only video I've watched that wasn't hardwired and having a clean 12V without wires dangling all over the place. Just what i was looking for!

[@davidfigg]

Great video, just got the 622gw as a birthday present, currently have the 322gw/ball rear view camera so looking forward to the higher clearer resolution and Alexa, added features. The extreme weather feature looks good and I wouldn’t have known about the lens turning to eliminate glare,fantastic.

[@creativeshape]

Thanks . Appreciate all the work done to show us all that.

[@adalucyvaux]

this is such a great review and so helpful that you included how you installed it too. Really interesting that you chose not to hardwire it too as i was worried that the parking mode wouldnt work so well so im now going to not get mine hardwired, thank you for such a super video.

[@grngooseputter]

Agreed. Was worried that perhaps I bought the wrong one. Not a fan of all the wires, but I’m assuming the wiring is only a one time job, and will hire someone to do it for us. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@AlmostLastJedi]

This is an amazingly detailed video, I’m coming from a Nextbase 522GW with the same year camera to the 622GW and you told me a few things even I don’t know. Good job 👏🏼

[@LensOfJames]

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

[@NextbaseUK]

Great video, James! So glad you're happy with the dash cam. 😄

[@Polarbearden]

How relaible is your software? How often you update it? Does the app crashes? Why show a lot of ads on the app? How easy/hard to navigate in the app?

[@phillipbeharall6271]

Excellent informative thank you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@simonvitz]

Great informative review! Thank you and will now be purchasing!

[@LensOfJames]

Thanks, enjoy your Nextbase 622GW dash cam!

[@denzildcruz2881]

Brilliant video, this answers many questions and is easy to follow.

[@lukeromeril]

Excellent video, very informative, told me everything I needed to know. Thanks!

[@richhiggins1006]

I bought the 622gw over a year ago. The app was great, the footage was very clear, however, the one time that I needed it, after someone rear ended me, there was no footage at all. I checked every video before and after the accident and there was an hour span with nothing recorded. Complete waste of money!

[@lloydeelloyd]

Need to format SD card regularly, or it won't record properly

[@grngooseputter]

@@lloydeelloydthanks, just bought two. Do you think this brand is good?

[@ANMORNAL]

What’s brand sd card ?

[@Bazza47]

I buy the manufacturer of the dashcam's SD cards after having problems with other makes as the one I had wouldn't over write the existing files once the card was full, even though it was the correct spec of card ​@grngooseputter

[@johnwilliams2646]

Thank you, very useful. I have the 522gw and your info has helped a lot

[@Frohicky1]

Nice video. Informative, clear, simple.

[@alancarol1711]

Excellent review, very informative and easy to follow. Thank you.

[@PeakyBlinder]

Great vid, well explained.

[@J.A_52259]

Good job on review. As a otr driver I love this cam.

[@plusplus940]

Incredible review and walkthrough, thank you!

[@michaelpoczynek]

Very well done. Some great information. Thanks. 😀

[@Toca_pheobe]

I have a car that has a usbc port next to the rear view mirror that's meant for a dashcam. Does the device come with a usb or usbc cable along with the lighter socket cable.

[@steffore1]

Great information and thanks for sharing 👍🏽

[@gobrad]

Great video… I see there’s a wireless version… would this be a good option? How stable is ir

[@Toms3DPrint]

I’ve just ordered mine after my old 8 year old nextbase dashcams are starting to show there age so it’s time for new ones

[@alberttickle1106]

Looking at the 422GW.... front and rear.

[@brianmcmunn5864]

Does the SD card have to be a Nextbase one? A great review.

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, no it doesn't :)

[@clintgirdler38]

Hi James. Thanks for the great review. If I am understanding it correctly, you can only use the rear view camera or the in cabin camera as they connect to the same port. Is this correct? Or, can you plug in the in cabin camera and hardwire the rear camera? Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, yes that's exactly right, only the main dash cam plus another at any one time

[@TangoAFC]

So you can't make it a 3 channel dash cam essentially noooo

[@Jack__Reaper]

Does the rear camera detect motion as well?

[@StewartMoore-d6i]

Is SD card included with the 622GW? thanks

[@LensOfJames]

No, the Nextbase 622GW doesn't come with a memory card. 64gb is a good starting point, but make sure it has a v30 rating so it can cope with 4k

[@J1a9m8e3ss]

Good video on the 622 I have just purchased the 522 as couldn’t stretch to the 622 but do have a question if I do what you have done and just use the “cigarette lighter port” 12v will it drain the car battery 🪫 and does yours turn off after a minute or so ? Many thanks

[@LensOfJames]

If your 12v port is always powered, even when the ignition/engine is off, then a dashcam will drain the battery. Mine isn't always powered so I don't have to worry. Hope that helps

[@BurritoMagnifico]

10:28 brilliant, most people want to see the registration plates at night and you blur them out.

[@LensOfJames]

Have a look here: kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share

[@karenclarke5684]

I have this dash cam which is an upgrade from the 412. I thought I would be able to read more of the number plate in the dark. Is this normal that its fairly unreadable?

[@LensOfJames]

In my experience dash cams really struggle with night-time recording - the glare from headlights and grain of night footage means quite a lot of details get missed.

[@mwworkman]

Great video! Can you run the main front camera, the in-car camera, and the rear camera all at the same time, all three of them? Thank you.

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, thanks, there's only one extra camera port so you could connect the in-car camera or the rear camera, but not both

[@mwworkman]

@LensOfJames thank you. One more quick question. Does the front camera have an internal rechargeable battery or does the camera have to be plugged into a power source.. no wireless recording or can you? Thank you again.

[@LensOfJames]

It's a built-in battery, which isn't a huge capacity but enough to tart the dash cam in the event of an accident when the vehicle's not turned on. It needs to be plugged in to a power source at all times.

[@Polarbearden]

Can you review the app? I hate buying things when they don't care about developing a good app.

[@FatterTony]

no way, is that Argal reservoir at 11:41 ? I was convinced you were in cornwall when watching the driving footage lol. Thanks for the review!

[@waisaboy786]

Hi, I just seen your video no doubt great video and review.I have Question? if you want to use all cameras ( cabin and rear) same times can we do that? Because the rear window cam lead is same as cabin view cam.Will I get different lead so I can use it top of dash cam? Thank you.

[@markhavens8082]

You do well explaining the features on the 622 gw but in a rush to finish never said which would be best with all the choices. I bought one but have no clue how to make it work , how it works when vehicles is hit and how to replay recorded videos , do they save automatically? Can you tell the camera to record at anytime like other cameras do and more on what is the best way to set up Appreciate any help

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, I recommend exploring the menus and checking out the manual for more detail on features - there's only so much I can fit into a video. Failing that, reach out to Nextbase as I'm sure they'd be happy to answer any questions :)

[@gearstil]

Hello, how long it takes to start recording in parking mode, when the car is hit?

[@PeakyBlinder]

Parking mode would leave the camera on view why you are parked, would that not encourage smash and grab thieves. ?

[@mrlookn4dchewn84]

How long does the camera respond to one someone’s walking by when you’re in Park mode?

[@Greg-Diack]

the sticky pad on the ball rear view cam wasn't sticky enough kept falling off the window, went to Canadian tire and bought gorilla glue and glued it to the window it's still holding

[@Sairus.]

So do you need your phone to be constantly connected to use Alexa voice command ? I actually like the Garmin Dash cam voice command feature where you can ask to save a video or capture a photo .

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, Alexa is built into the device so you don't need to keep a phone connected :)

[@far0n]

The button in the middle, that seems to have a two position press depth. Does that make any difference to what is recorded ?

[@fmonk]

Does it charge (for park mode) while plugged in to vehicle power while driving? Or do you have to manually charge separately to use park mode?

[@LensOfJames]

Yes it does charge while plugged in to vehicle power while driving

[@Harry-wy7om]

thanks for your review and demonstration. Unfortunately the cable for the rear dashcam is only 6 meters. How can I install the rear camera when i need more cable length? It is astonishing that Nextbase doesn't has a longer cable

[@LensOfJames]

Have you contacted them? I'm sure lots of vehicles require a longer cable so they must have an idea or a third party product they could point you to

[@rj7878]

Do both, the front and cabin cameras record in parking mode when motion is detected?

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, yes both cameras record whenever the front camera is triggered

[@suza192]

My parking mode is on but I don’t get notified if any Orion is detected. Also I can’t review footage unless my car is on. I connected it to my power box so all wires are hidden and only turns on when my car ignition is turned on

[@fearthebeard.outdoors1189]

Hi pal good show and tell 👍im getting one tomorrow.jonah from Scotland OUT 👍

[@LensOfJames]

Thanks, hope you enjoy the dash cam. If you'd like to support the channel you can buy through my affiliate link here: amzn.to/40cTCsi, cheers

[@jeanuthomas1286]

Great video James - thanks for this. One question though - does the playback combine MAP, direction of travel and speed of the vehicle ? this can be really useful when trying to argue with Insurance and Incident moderators. Thanks again for an excellent review !

[@eagleeye3148]

A question, how do you take a picture with the 622gw

[@LensOfJames]

From the manual: "Tap the centre of the screen to take a photo. This applies while recording and while in video mode. If a Rear Cam is attached, touch the centre of the Front Facing view to take a photo. This will save 2 photos, one from the Front Facing camera, and one from the Rear Facing camera."

[@leticiaantunez0180]

Will it récord if the car is not on?

[@LensOfJames]

It has a parking mode to record an incident, but doesn't record continuously all the time.

[@user-df5nx9li7b]

Does the internal battery last long enough to record a week's worth of parking at a time? I know it depends on how often the camera is activated but wonder how long it would last roughly (how many 45 second bursts?)... 🤔

[@ohgoshitsjosh3682]

Could always buy a solar trickle charger if you're leaving your car that long. AA sell one that sits on your dashboard and charges through the OBD port.

[@johnnythompson2206]

I have the 522 gw with the rear camera when I add the rear camera it all freezes I have used the sd card that came with it and sd card that are bigger but to know avail it still freezes 😪

[@bobblack3870]

You did not answer my most important question: is the resolution good enough for license plates? That is an excellent measure. You show a road and hedges, you explain all of the camera resolution settings, but you include no traffic results. I want to know if in an accident, I will be able to know the license plate(s). For that rear camera, what can it show if it is pointing straight behind? Some lens are so wide that I cannot tell the make or model of a vehicle that is more than 3 vehicle lengths behind me.

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, it's difficult to describe the quality or clarity of a camera in a comment, so I've made a Short about it here: kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ. There are lots of factors that affect how well the camera will record a number plate; windscreen condition, weather conditions, how clean a person's number plate is, how wide the camera lens is, how far away the vehicle is. Also, bear in mind that KZbin compresses video quality and in order to edit this together I've put it through editing software and exported it, so it definitely isn't as good as when it's directly off the camera. Have a watch and I hope it helps - if you're looking to buy a Nextbase dash cam and would like to support my channel then I have an affiliate link to the Nextbase website here: tidd.ly/3CrplfU. Cheers, James

[@bobblack3870]

@@LensOfJames That video was very helpful, thanks.

[@userO03]

resolution good enough??? Its 4K so it is quite good enough (on paper) for the front camera. sounds like you are asking about rear camera which is only 1080 and those camera are the same one as the one you can use in 322 so you are only relying on the image processing ability of the 622. From my experience front 4K can read the car in front plate quite good for the max of 3 car length (may be 2) in a day light in general but good luck for night time or low light. If not in front directly, the its a hit and miss

[@Turgineer]

Dashcam is important.

[@LensOfJames]

Yes, very!

[@daveytn]

Just watching this as I intend on buying the rear mount camera, to go with my 522GW, I'm not sure why you wouldn't just run the cable through the wiring boot of the door. Leaving cables to just hang across the boot/rear door(s) is just messy and dodgy. It really isn't so difficult to pull the cable through with a cable rod.

[@LensOfJames]

It's just because of the way my doors are made. I've pulled wires through into the doors for reversing camera installs, but it just made more sense for my van to do it this way. Everyone will have different set ups - appreciate your concern though.

[@Mr_Zimm]

Great video. The dashcam quality of replay video is disappointing

[@willstones]

Do you know if you can make the screen always show the rear camera view while driving? My van has poor visiblity from the rear view mirror so I'm looking for something that can ast as a dashcam, and a virtual rear view mirror. Thanks

[@davidfigg]

Yes just press the rear camera in the upper left then it will go to full screen, tap on screen once to return to front and rear

[@MrDEADCELL1]

Would you be able to see reg plates at a normal distance ahead of you?.

[@LensOfJames]

Yes, I've just made a video on it here: kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share

[@MrDEADCELL1]

@@LensOfJames u earned a sub. Know if the 322gw also captures plates as well as 622gw? Xx

[@userO03]

From my experience front 4K can read the car in front plate quite good for the max of 3 car length (may be 2) in a day light in general but good luck for night time or low light. If not in front directly, then its a hit and miss

[@jagfanlad4828]

Hi again James. Yes I went ahead and used your affiliate link too nextbase for 5 off there accessories FOR the 622GW. MODEL. hope that worked OK for you . .. support fir your hard work. Keep up the good work mate Paul

[@LensOfJames]

Hi Paul, thanks for supporting the channel 🙏 Enjoy the dash cam! James

[@FMozumder]

is there any recording time limit? i mean can i record 8-10hrs continuously? what does 3mins video duration mean? thanks

[@LensOfJames]

Generally dash cams only record in 1-3 mins chunks so that old footage can easily be over-written and so that if a file got corrupted then only a few minutes would be lost instead on hours of footage. With this system you don't have to worry about running out of memory clearing the SD card. More details here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4rSc4GNmrdqnZo

[@alisonb4898]

I’ve had a next base for a few years and have never been able to connect it to my phone using the app. My phone says the dash cam wifi is connected but the app cannot find any devices. I have to take out the memory card and load footage through my laptop.

[@LensOfJames]

Worth contacting Nextbase, I'm sure they'll be able to help :)

[@jagfanlad4828]

hi James . really enjoyed your video off the NEXTBASE 622GW 4K dash cam. with the included rear ball shaped dash cam. am interested in maybe getting this camera for my work van with no rear windows. I WOULD instead set this up also on the front windscreen and use it for rear seat passengers ( taxi service moving workers ) monitoring and ALSO IF needed would move the angle off the ball shape camera too the side windows so can record side- on incidents for example abuse from the street on both sides . please can you confirm that this smaller rear view camera CAN ME TWISTED , SWIVELLED so to see and record footage out off the front both passenger and drivers side windows. thank you James. Paul

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, sorry for the delay - yes the rear ball shaped dash cam can be swivelled in pretty much any direction - it's very adaptable. I like the idea of using it to film passengers or out of the side windows - ingenious! If you want to support the channel, you can purchase through my affiliate links here: tidd.ly/3SSbWmp and here: amzn.to/3SJdBL6. Thanks!

[@jagfanlad4828]

@LensOfJames Hello James thanks for getting back too me. Looked at your affiliate link and viewed it . Your link took me to the nextbase website and the nextbase 622GW 4k camera but when I clicked on the accessories tab for extra accessories for this camera there is a problem ( want too move the main camera and rear ball swapped camera between 3 vehicles $ , my works van / own personal car / and Rv motorhome. SO I REQUIRE 2 EXTRA PLUG IN cigarette lighter power leads 2 more extra magnetic mounts too windscreen for front main camera and the 2 more magnetic mounts for the rear ball shapped camera . I can not see these accessories on the website but believe you can get them. Do you know how. I wish to have these accessories so when swapping driving different vehicles it a quick easy transfer off just release the two cameras from there holder mounts and push onto ( connect onto) the other windows mounts , fast and simple. Thanks mate 👍 Paul

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, you can get the extra 12v power cables here: tidd.ly/3Y0e39E and the magnetic mounts here: tidd.ly/3LXby3A. I don't believe they sell JUST the magnetic base for the rear ball-shaped camera, so you may just have to purchase extra rear cameras and keep then in the vehicles permanently. They're here: tidd.ly/3rn1WWp. It might be worth reaching out to Nextbase though, just to see if they can sell you a couple of bases? (Links are affiliate again). Hope that helps, thanks, James

[@jagfanlad4828]

Hello again James. Thank you for your reply the last 2 or 3 days. On the Nextbase 622GW dash cam and how too get the accessories extras so to move camera from different vehicles. So Yes I did decide too use your affiliate link you provided and it opened the nextbase website. I ordered the accessories 2 X 12v power leads 2x GPS Magnetic mounts and extra rear ball shaped rear view camera. . ( being a Sunday might not be confirmed with you on your account for 1 or 2 days ) as you was very helpful and responsive too questions I decided to support your channel. Thanks James Paul.

[@LensOfJames]

Hi Paul, thanks, glad I could help and appreciate your support 👍

[@gurpalsahota9726]

I would of recommended to hard wire it in, into the fuse box

[@LensOfJames]

Good idea, not everyone knows how though. Nothing wrong with a USB or 12v cable

[@lloydeelloyd]

That's what I did , easy and works well

[@myphotos]

Would this capture someone scratching my car? And does it alert you by text etc?

[@davidfigg]

No,the parking mode is for when the car is left unattended and someone hits your car

[@Official-UK-Drone-Flyer]

With the main camera you obviously hit the button to record an incident , how do you record an incident with the rear camera also installed

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, both cameras start recording as soon as the engine starts so no need to turn either in. If you hit the red button, it will lock that recording from both front and back camera so it can't be deleted.

[@Official-UK-Drone-Flyer]

@@LensOfJames thanks for the reply James , I’ve been debating wether to get the rear camera or the cabin cam , now I know that if you hit the button both are recorded then my mind is made up

[@InTenMinutes1]

Why dont they just have the camera battery powered which you can charge by just plugging a wire into it from the cigarette port as needed?

[@LensOfJames]

That's an interesting thought. I guess because filming takes up so much power the battery would need to be big which would affect the size and practicality of the dash cam. Or maybe they've missed a trick and there's a million pound idea there 🤔

[@chrisbystrom7378]

How does it compare vs DR970X-2CH LTE Plus ???? Anyone? Money is not an issue, just want the best cam, front and back, on the market for my SUV =)

[@ikarugaxx3749]

This device has a 45Celsius maximum operational temperature: which is sickly (or sickeningly) low and inadequate, except for Canada, Russia, the Poles, Iceland and Greenland, Mongolia, ...

[@LensOfJames]

I see your point but I've had it in my windscreen in the UK all year round and no problems

[@flouss1970]

Yes, we buy dash cameras to protect our property. If someone at nighttime hits and runs your car, we need to see the license plate. I understand, for privacy, you blurred the plates of approaching vehicles but at 10:30 on the left is a road sign about 10 meters away, and... you cannot read it!!! Useless camera though

[@LensOfJames]

kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share

[@sketchaz1838]

You missing number 1 thing - plate number capture, how good it is in day and night! Sorry but without that review bacome a bit usless

[@LensOfJames]

I know, a silly oversight on my part. I've got a separate video here which shows number plates: kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share

[@Obronknob5353]

Any idea why my dashcam is showing .txt files?

[@LensOfJames]

Not sure, have you reached out to Nextbase?

[@tonyamaral7682]

I have this camera for three months and it continues to loose connection

[@LensOfJames]

Oh no, definitely worth talking to Nextbase about it!

[@taoo77]

LOL you are a genius at car camera reviews. Exactly what everybody need to know about the camera - how well car license plates are visible - you blurred it. facepalm...

[@LensOfJames]

Then you may be interested in this: kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share

[@ElliottSix]

Came to see how good quality was to read number plates and you blurred them all out...

[@LensOfJames]

kzbin.infoVA2kmvox4uQ?feature=share 🙂

[@jagfanlad4828]

Hi James Did you note my comments yesterday. Please 🙏 ref NEXTBASE 622GW Install. please check as need the info from you before I order it. Thanks 😊 Paul

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, sorry for the delay - yes the rear ball shaped dashcam can be swivelled in pretty much any direction - it's very adaptable. I like the idea of using it to film passengers or out of the side windows - ingenious! If you want to support the channel, you can purchase through my affiliate links here: tidd.ly/3SSbWmp and here: amzn.to/3SJdBL6. Thanks!

[@jagfanlad4828]

Hello James. How you getting on with the nextbase 622GW 4k dash cam and rear window camera. are you happy with them both no problems. Is the picture quality clarity Good Can I only get 4k resolution in front camera or will get 4k in both front and rear camera at same time. Or is it 2k in rear camera.. is yours hot wired too your fuse box for pernament power supply if so does it use much power and possibly drain your car batteries if used for both front and rear cameras together for parking mode. How much volts please does it use from car battery over 24 hours . Thanks Paul

[@jagfanlad4828]

JAMES, i have sent you messages today sunday regarding your nextbase 622GW DASH CAM , PURCHASED ITEMS THROUGH YOUR AFFILLIATE LINK. and seperate enquiry questions on camera. thank you Paul

[@LensOfJames]

Hi, the front camera is up to 4k but the rear camera is set at 1080. I've got mine plugged into the 12v port inside the van so am not sure about volts etc. I would think it's unlikely to drain the battery though, as it would only take a small amount of power. Cheers, James

[@Gmancro929]

What will you do with dash cam even if you see who did it if he doesn't have insurance and you can't identify him.. Police won't help you, you live in UK. They won't even be interested.. Even if someone stole your van they won't help you.. The only chance you have if you record licence plates of someone who hits you

[@chun1htx_288]

If you record who did it you can work with your own insurance company to establish that the accident was not your fault. If you have uninsured coverage, your insurance company can also cover the cost of repairs, etc. When you find out that HE/SHE doesnt have insurance 👍🏼

[@Andrew-fc8nm]

@@chun1htx_288 If the accident was not your fault and the person who hits you drives away/cannot find them, or they are uninsured. Are you able to get the repairs done for free without effecting your no claims bonus?

[@michaelgoode9555]

Talk to the car, talk to the phone, talk to the dashcam... Perhaps talk to a real person?

[@LensOfJames]

Tech isn't always for everyone, but the option's there if you need it :)

[@Wadesez]

Great review, answered all my questions, thank you!