3 camera Dash Cam - Vantrue N4 vs Blackvue 900S

[@TheOpelkoenjas]

Keep in mind though that 4K footage only goes for the front camera. VanTrue for example (don't know about the Blackvue), when setting it to 4K - which is only available for the front camera - none of the other 2 cameras will record your footage. But like you said, 4K doesn't make a big difference vs. 1440K (VanTrue = 1440K front, 1080 in-cabin and rear), so I don't see the point of using 4K anyway. What made me decide to pick the VanTrue: - 3 cameras (1440-1080-1080 and 4K - front only, but like I said I don't care much about the 4K option) - build quality (it has some good weight on it and doesn't feel like a cheap Chinese knockoff thingy) - GPS (sold separately, around $20 depending on your country or where you buy it) - you can choose between 2 mounts. The suction cup that comes standard in the box or one with a sticky pad which is sold separately (with or without GPS). The ones sold separately have a major plus: where as with the in-box suction cup you have to make the connect on top, with the sticky pad one the connection goes on the side. This way you can move the camera higher up on the wind screen. - big and ease to read screen, easy to work with software - supercondensators (no lithium battery) which makes it less prone to failure due to extreme heat or cold. - excellent nigh vision, even with tinted windows What I dislike though is the fact that - when you want to hardwire it there's no kit included. They sell them separately (about $20, but you can get a cheaper aftermarket one if you want). I mean, for the price of almost $250 - I did get a discount though - you would think they would include at least that kit, right? So all in all, when you buy all the things you need or want to make it all perfect, you end up with roughly a $300-350 dashcam, proper 256GB SD card included. And that's if you do the install yourself (hardwire) and don't need to visit a professional mechanic to do it for you. Bit pricey if you ask me for a dashcam that doesn't has WiFi or Clout storage. Cheers.

[@phillippearl647]

After all these years Nick’s still not admitting crashing into an old Lady’s car.

[@NickMurray]

Damn it! How did you know??

[@Zanmiester]

So that’s why he didn’t show the clip! Lol

[@jderush1647]

Thank you for the configuration videos I just got an allotment for a 2022 turbo S 911 and appreciated the insights

[@halfmeout]

A solid 5/10 talking about 3 ways. #lifegoals

[@guinefortCH]

Thanks for the precious comparison. I had to look up the view angles of the internal cameras as I am primarily interested in recording the interior and people talking to me through the windows. I found out that the vantrues view angle is 165 deg and the blackvues one is 139 deg.

[@pepperpepperpepper]

True testimonial: I bought a Blackvue after you mentioned it a few years ago, and it has indeed paid for itself and more, only last year. Thanks!

[@bionictulip]

Nick, try zooming in on a few license plates especially in some tricky frames and see if the 4k saves the day in those situations. That seems like the most important benefit of 4k,but I'd like to see if you can detect a difference. I've seen so many dashcam crash videos where the cammer couldn't make out the plate even though the incident was on camera that I wonder whether 4k might be a major benefit.

[@user-hs2hd7wp9g]

That and the performance at night varies quite a bit

[@kenney5454]

I agree, some idiot clipped my fender going around stopped traffic half on the sidewalk so I chase him while calling the cops who order me pull over, no chasing, could only make out 5 #s of the plate, nothing they can do, a week later I walk out of H.D. to find some guy drooling over my SL550 wants to talk about it. He beeps leaving H.D. . Fn same GMC truck!, & $3000 bill

[@lapamful]

Looking at Nick's footage I don't find it particularly good quality (sorry Nick!). I'm nuts and have a GoPro (4k) as a dashcam and it looks miles better than this, never fails the license plate test (I assume it's because the GoPro has a much bigger sensor than these dashcams and a much higher bit rate). But the night time footage on Nick's dashcams does look a lot better than my GoPro tbh.

[@MotoGQ]

@@lapamful I attempted to use a GoPro for a dashcam. I live in Florida and it gets really hot during the summer months. It would overheat constantly.

[@lapamful]

@@MotoGQ yeah, me too. That's why I have aircon on constantly while using the gopro. I hate the heat and humidity anyway so it's no problem for me.

[@raymuniz113]

I’m glad you made this video. After researching the market for about 5 months, for me, It came down to these two. I was switching back and forth for weeks between these two in particular because I wasn’t sure which one was superior or appropriate for me. I hadn’t seen a review between these two so I was relying on individual reviews..It is still difficult because I very much like the Blackvue less cumbersome style. It doesn’t bother me that it doesn’t have a screen as long as I can see it on my cell. Actually I prefer it that way. I like the suction cup of the N4 better than having to stick it to the windshield permanently like the Blackvue but way prefer the smaller footprint of the Blackvue. However, what you said about the image quality being slightly better or equal on the Vantrue N4 with smaller files switched it back to the N4 once again, as oppose to having extra large 4K files. Also the back camera having less noise is extremely helpful and important. In addition the N4 is cheaper and smaller than the Blackvue. I need to weight that vs the N4 not having the cloud and WiFi that could be a deal breaker for some people. So I’m still confused.

[@d0718]

Imagine if car companies installed dash cams as standard in all cars. Neatly integrated (perhaps in the existing array of cameras and sensors), easy to use, and everyone has one so no lies when accidents happen. P.s. I know some car makers do this already like Tesla but this should be a lot more mainstream option

[@phillipberk5767]

yep it's a great feature in our Family's model X but we have a blackvue as well just incase, better to have more than less. Also GM products that have PDR, the performance data recorder, you can put in an Sd card and it will record, as well overlay telemetrics.

[@GTSCarLife]

I imagine they will eventually. Sure would be great to have that now!

[@JTM-MO]

In my moms X7 it will record like 30 secs before and after an accident through all the the vehicles cameras.

[@DavidDavid-jb1cy]

@@JTM-MO how would it possibly know 30 seconds before an accident occurs? Is it simply running all the time but will save upon sensing an accident? And if so, to what extent of a fender bender is required

[@DavidDavid-jb1cy]

@@JTM-MO how would it possibly know 30 seconds before an accident occurs? Is it simply running all the time but will save upon sensing an accident? And if so, to what extent of a fender bender is required

[@tuomasholo]

I’ve had a dash cam for years. I was hit at a light by someone making an illegal left turn. The driver and her passengers swore up an down it was my fault. I sent the video to her insurance company and they quickly paid the claim and I got my deductible back. I encourage everyone to get one.

[@steveb540i]

Thanks Nick... enjoy your content. Let's have a 928 update soon.

[@GuilfordGardenCT]

Nick.. Needed this. Thanks for such great content!:)

[@robertsmithUH60driver]

Nick Nick Nick. Talking three way, cameras endurance and size. Great video

[@oomstu]

Hi Nick, yes I also been using them for 10 years. Invaluable tool and can also highly recommend it. My only wish is that insurance companies would play ball and lower ones premium if a dash cam is fitted.

[@ashamane]

Why would they do that when they are for-profit and good drivers fund the bad drivers accidents lol.

[@John-we7jx]

The frame rate is also important when being able to identify moving number plates - possibly more so than the resolution. I thought the Vantrue looked sharper than the Blackvue!

[@jaxphotobuff9252]

Hey, Nick! Where's that review of the newer Blackvue LTE camera you were talking about in the video? Would love to see your latest thoughts, and, if possible, get your recommendations for whether/how to deal with having a rear facing camera in a convertible (Boxster). I know you could use the "interior" camera when the top is down most of the time, but I don't see many people discussing this topic, so would love to hear your thoughts!

[@AW305]

I wonder what kinds of shenanigans those dash cams have caught you doing over the years nick

[@davidwan247]

It’s probably that lady in the Nissan who’s been telling the cops that you’re abusing your dogs! PS. How about some REO Speedwagon next time, Nick?

[@cb5360]

I am using Waylens 360 for my Porsche. It works very very well and also come with the OBD core.

[@batbawls]

Very good. Had no idea about the OBD plug.

[@NewYorkDashCam]

im still trying to figure which is the best dashcam... I went through a few testing them out.. which would you say is the best you test? I'll stay tuned lol maybe ill be a winner of the vantrue you showed.

[@nihongobenkyoshimasu3190]

I have a Blackvue DR900S and one feature I really like is to have the camera connected to the Cloud. So I can receive alerts on my phone and I can look remotely at recorded videos or watch a life stream when my car is parked. The Cloud service is free with some daily usage limitation but this is sufficient for my need, or you can get unlimited usage with subscription. I'm just surprised that during your review you didn't talk about this feature which is so useful and didn't mention if any other dashcam might provide it.

[@AafkeArt]

Thanks a lot for this comparison! I was deliberating between these and almost went for the blackvue, but after seeing your footage I got the Vantrue.

[@malivaster]

Perfect timing, I'm looking to buy a dash cam

[@mooboo6603]

I LOVE THE OLD LADY STORY

[@pepperpepperpepper]

The first time he told this story a few years ago, the lady knew some officers by name, so she expected to be believed. But then... a video!

[@dream2too]

@Nick: Next time add footage from the culprit when saved by your dashcam. And when is your next journey to europe?

[@Lerxstification]

Then there is our family fav, the dashcam vid of the pothole hit. Cue the leaking tire goo!

[@jaime9037]

Installed the vantrue n4 a few days ago love it. Only thing I wish it had is a phone app to link to the device and view clips.

[@stephenkenney729]

Things I found important about dash cams, for me. Battery or capasitor, size of veiw screen, how the divice is mounted to the glass. The size of the mounting devise. Sticky paper or suction cup. How easy to release from glass mounted base. 4K? Some of these things you figure out after you buy it.

[@whatisthisevenfor26]

I have the vantrue N2 pro dual I just got a 2020 Toyota Camry so I hope the third camera fits in the back window since I just ordered the N4 today I hope I like it also Samsung genuine select ev SD card I got as well all coming from Amazon Sunday

[@phillipberk5767]

I use my Thinkware f770 and last month I had a woman who was texting hit me head on, ofc she blamed it on me and started screaming at me and when police arrived starting making up a story, I let her waste 10 minutes of the annoyed cops time, and when he finally came up to me, I simply showed the video and it was very simple. within 2 days her insurance took full responsibility. She caused 13,000 of damage on F-type and know her insurance all state doesn't want to pay diminished value so time to go to court. Made my already heavily depreciated F-type worth even less. Also saved me on a speeding ticket where a cop claimed they got me on radar doing 106, and my camera clearly had GPS speed of 86. Always get a dashcam!!!!!

[@YT-lz2sd]

Nick you are one of the best, great videos done simple to the point, I like the Vantrue N4, currently I don’t have one.

[@jeraldb2868]

Informative review. I have had the Vantrue X1 for a few years now, this N4 looks like a good upgrade option.

[@SteveWille]

Nick… my wife walked in while I was watching this and heard you say “I’m a big fan of trash cans in your car”. Not only was that funny, but it also has tipped the balance in an ongoing dispute over her hearing verses my reported mumbling (apparently like a New Zealander,). Thanks.

[@dougboone9080]

Nick's now a mentalist. As soon as he first mentioned the Xterra, I mentally pictured a yellow one. Sure enough...he later describes it as yellow. Mind. Blown.

[@stephenwabaxter]

The Blackvue 900S is available in the UK. There are four dealers in Scotland and available from Halfords.

[@maxmartz4665]

Great review Nick. I have been looking into dash cams. Thank you for the info on the battery work around.

[@aviator-kn8zq]

nice now we need a review of the best fly swatters .

[@zakbronson9637]

There is a firmware update for the N4 that allows you to use it as 2.5k in the front 720p in the interior and back. I found or helped a lot quality wise. The only thing I’m having trouble with is getting license plates at night. My headlights make the license plates shine and that prevents the plate numbers to show. I am testing different configurations as lens aperture sizes to see if it helps but so far no help. How is the blackvue with license plates at night? Also, you can buy an inexpensive sd card reader for your iphone and watch the videos in your phone if an accident happens.

[@TheOpelkoenjas]

Oh didn't know about that update. Thanks bro!

[@swiper1818]

Genuinely interesting, informative and useful video!!!

[@MBisFrenchy]

An interesting one I found was the Nextbase camera as it has a small battery to turn on if the car gets hit while parked it turns on in about 12 seconds.

[@tonychiarizzi7574]

Thanks again Nick for another entertaining and informative video.

[@semiauto3148]

I like the blackvue because it has wifi and the vantrue because it has 3 cameras...if the vantrue had wifi with phone app and was 4K. It would be best on market....

[@charlescc1000]

Thanks Nick. My first thought on the most offensive 911 would have to be a 996 in PTS Acid Green (Not sure if this was even offered at that time!) with a Tiptronic gearbox! Maybe even complete with some ugly side skirt decals

[@dlg5485]

I've been wanting a dash cam for years, but I've just never made researching them a priority. Now I can just purchase the VantrueN4 and call it a day...or maybe I'll win your giveaway. Great information, thanks!

[@phillipberk5767]

get one, don't even wait if you win the giveaway sell or return the first one. I'd never get in my car without a dashcam again. It'll save you one day, god forbid you never need it, but if you do, trust me, you'll regret not having it if you need it.

[@GTSCarLife]

Thanks for doing this, Nick! Definitely something I was looking for info on!

[@j.3854]

Nick bless the rains down in Afffrriiiccaaaa

[@1097cortell]

Thanks. Lots of very good info. Apparently rear camera is separate thus needs hard wire to front camera unit. Please recommend where / how to discretely mount rear camera on the rear window (991.1). Good footage of rear wiper action is important. Also where is “good” place to put the intermediate battery in a 991.1. Video for dashcsm in Cayenne / Macanese would be nice. Best regards, Greg

[@1seipai]

Don't you find the interior camera a bit intrusive when you're driving naked!

[@falconseyeaerialservicesll8176]

Who cares!…..lol. You can always turn it off.

[@user-lt7xe2gt2k]

Great video; very useful. Thanks NICK

[@bfdz94]

Haha can’t wait for next vid 😭👍🏼

[@kennyshepherd8311]

Thank you for sharing this info!

[@dannnnnny]

Nick, you should try Viofo A119 or A129. I was pretty impressed by the build and footage it captured.

[@carminered3229]

Nick, Thank you for the video. Any thoughts of the newer Blackvue 900x plus vs thinkware u1000?

[@ashamane]

One note: are you viewing the footage on a screen that can display the full resolution of the 4k video? If you're viewing on an HD screen of course they will look the same; the screen cannot display more pixels than it has. It will become apparent when zooming in on stills in editing software, though, say to make out a plate clearly. I appreciate the video. I'm leaning toward blackvue due to its superior appearance; like you I'm not going to muck up my Challengers interior with some poorly designed block and cords. I want it as invisible as possible. On question: blackvues reliability. Do the cameras last?

[@abdullah.k.t4101]

The inside room Cam can rotate up & Down , but cant turn towards the door to make a video outside the door , as Blueskysea B2W . So please make type of Cam that could make a video inside room as well as outside the front doors too . That can rotate horizontally too instead vertical up & Down .

[@stephenwabaxter]

My pick for the UK is the Blackvue 900s for new vehicles fitted by an authorised dealer.

[@Andyuk911]

Nick, I have also not been happy with my 900s 4K quality, running 265 codec. I am about to try the older codec which might help.

[@Slimothy]

Viofo has some AMAZING high end models for a cheap price too. I have the highest end one and the camera quality is better than the BlackVue. But the app sucks in comparison. But still, that's not what matters.

[@Dr.Bob85]

Finally, we now know what pays for the house and Porsche’s... Toto, when you think of it, not much of a surprise :) Back on topic: thanks for the advice! Thinking of getting a dashcam in my next car.

[@steffydog]

Fab, thanks Nick 👍

[@TheWombatCredenza]

Funniest Nick Murray moments ever (5:08) ...”Resist...”. Almost snarfed my water.

[@thestigsmalaysiancousin9883]

4K Nick, 4K.

[@sgtwolf06]

7:08 Really Nick. I thought you were more righteous than that LOL!!!

[@oscarlee1693]

This for this info! I really needed it

[@studiolezard]

Why don't car companies offer built-in dash cams as an optional extra? It'd be much tidier.

[@pepperpepperpepper]

I always wonder why the built-in cameras - like a backup camera - don't record. There's some mystery technical reason for it, I guess.

[@studiolezard]

@@pepperpepperpepper I sense a new conspiracy theory brewing here. Something about the truth they don't want you to know!!! Bwahaha!

[@anthonyvo349]

Thankyou Nick.

[@pourunappart6385]

« I look much better in black and white ». T-shirt !?

[@yass123]

I've had a dash cam for the last 4 years and to me these are the must haves: 1) Capacitor so that it withstands the heat and cold in the car when it's parked. 2) WiFi, so it can connect to your phone to download videos. 3) Small enough not to be detected from the front. 4) Park mode, so that it records when the car is off. You'll need another kit for that (battery pack and what not). 5) Have a professional install it

[@Alex.AL_26]

Get a Tesla and it has all of this built in from the factory

[@SirMopy]

Alex Tesla.... 💁🏻‍♂️

[@TC-ps9sd]

Can you suggest a product or two that meets this criteria? Thanks.

[@Mr2_online]

Are you going to do a Flight Sim 2020 review???? Fly around NZ

[@jacopitout4474]

That’s a Toto lie Nick... Great vid as always.

[@boli8720]

I think the VANTRUE N4 is better, thanks Nick.

[@MUV4TRUK4]

Alcantara wheels in exterior colour, of course

[@masteringzero]

That was some quality content. thank you! I am surprised Porsche doesn't over a solution integrated into the rear view mirror, and charge 2999 euro for it, seems like an easy money maker for car manufacturers. I guess it is because they are view it from the lens of a German manufacturer, and Germany has very stringent data-privacy laws.

[@oscargoldman9911]

Does a 2 way camera (just front and interior views) provide a reasonable view of activity behind car, say just enough to prove u were hit from behind or whatever?

[@TheZorboidOrbb]

Love your video.. Just a small FYI, N2 does have interior but not the rear. :)

[@keith2964]

Do you ever bring your monkey for a car ride? Perhaps to pick up some Bananas? Lol Great video mate! Review helped alot.

[@yopranay]

Hey Nick! I own a 718 Cayman and I've done a weird installation with a cheap dashcam (just to test run) where I ran the wire to the cigarette lighter in the passenger footwell. I know this port tends to stay on for a couple hours after shutting off the car... Do you think this might be a problem? I wish there were more videos on installing dashcams. The front one wasn't too bad, but I am not entirely sure how to install a 2-way camera haha.

[@MBisFrenchy]

The issue I've come across is running it through the A pillar behind the side airbags. Can you show a video on installing a rear dashcam as running through the headliner can be a issue and if the car has a hatch what to do? One dealership claimed they wouldn't install them as they had several catch fire from the headliner allegedly going up in flames?

[@MarketingVideography]

Nick now you tell me! My 911 wannabe Elantra GT got t-boned by a Uber driver with 4 recent accidents according to him. Ive delayed purchasing a camera due to cost and inconveniece of installation. Finally it bit me! Think you should do a regular vid on auto accessories. Every dealer should offer one with purchase!

[@doug350zTT]

Nick the obd2 BlackVue connector doesn’t work on the 992.. BlackVue confirmed it for me while I was losing my mind

[@ohansol]

Where can we download the footages of you circling public highschools?

[@V1RT8]

I’ll create the 911 painted in yellow, just to have have better chances of getting the dash cam from Nick 😂

[@millicentsquirrelhole582]

Do you take out the camera to avoid theft? Smart thieves will case windshields to rip dash cams regardless of size...

[@Bigwilliestyle322]

Call the cops!! Thanks for all the great content. 👋🏼

[@jasonchoy535]

Nick, what is the best bang for buck high endurance card that will work for blackvue?

[@Jackson.T]

Don't you get free cloud service though with the blackvue?

[@johnfriedman6144]

Hey Nick do you listen to Little River Band - Reminiscing?

[@ktabdullah1]

I want the dash cam who's rear cam dual or single , what I like should Rotate wherever I want to rotate should be attached to the holder ball kind . The easiest way . All Dash Cam should be like that . Easy to Record if Criminal/s comes to the either front door .....I have Aukey dash Cam DRO2 , is Excellent but No Option to rotate like BlueSkySea B2W

[@mudemmeonick]

Does it have enough resolution to perv over your neighbours? What's your experience on the subject Nick?

[@nealp885]

1:03 Society believes women rather than men usually.

[@dlg5485]

You can't be serious.

[@kirk2767]

"She turned me into a Newt! I got better."

[@rousseau327]

D LG try going to divorce court. Your ex wife could do all kinds of crazy shit and still get custody of your kids and more.

[@dlg5485]

@@rousseau327 That may be your story, but it's not necessarily everyone else's. Don't assume every man thinks like you do. We're not all cursed with your victim mentality.

[@DavidDavid-jb1cy]

@@dlg5485 dude, those are facts. It's not some guy's opinion. The studies are conclusive.

[@farhadsenzai7890]

Best accessories for recording videos on i phone, i have an idea for a youtube channel? Thanks

[@jeromeclemente1769]

@nick murray - the Vantrue N4 front records in 2K not HD.

[@norakat]

Donkey Kong in the background looking suspicious

[@fisherh9111]

Hi Nick, is Becky coming to visit anytime soon?

[@serginho445]

not having wi-fi is sometimes a deal breaker. Just imagine having the Vantrue when the accident with the old lady happened: hello officer, just let me get home and download these SDcard videos on my laptop :))) Another minus is the suction mount, even tough the dashcam is pretty small, it's just hanging there not looking "very" hidden.

[@popeyetsm2750]

With regard to the absence of wifi, while the N4 excludes it, the camera does indeed offer you (and/or an attending police officer) the ability to review & examine the video both directly and immediately on the camera's own built-in screen.

[@freakincrazy6932]

Have Blackvue. Installed it myself on multiple cars, no need for professional install.

[@attilalenart865]

I have BlackVue 650s-2CH version. The wifi connection is terrible. It was never work correctly (on Android phone).

[@WesleyEvan87]

I have my N4 wired and I love it. Recommended, just get the 256gb sd card.

[@vandrews22]

Does the blue and red light blink non stop during the night ?

[@671chiburi]

Is that a ham radio in the background?

[@alohaguy_857]

What do you think about Momento dash cams?