Nexigo D90 Gen3 Rear View Mirror Dashcam Review

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

Grateful for this review. I've been waiting for a true 4K image quality mirror dashcam for the form factor. Crucial in a car with limited windshield area, who's view I'm not willing to block for a glass mounted dash cam. Plus it's just a seamless integration clandestinely mounted nearly invisible to outside eyes. The visual interior aesthetics matter. Terrifically thorough as always.

[@twotoned2774]

I'm glad I found this channel. Always great detail in everything you do. Thanks.

[@ipb1966]

Well done for pointing out the bit about focussing. So many reviewers miss that. With a mirror you focus on the reflection so similar to as if you’re looking forward; with a screen like this you focus on the actual screen. Same problem with video door mirrors.

[@jhamil1]

I have the Wolfbox G900. I like it because I have a Jeep and the spare tire and rear seat headrests obstruct the OEM mirror. This gives me a clear field of vision. I also like that you can look at the rear view, front view or combined view with a swipe of my finger. The only thing I don’t like is the rear view could be brighter. I purchased the mount that replaced the OEM mirror. Looks much better.

[@VortexRadar]

That’s a good use case for one of these styles of dashcams.

[@superbazooka213]

​@@VortexRadardo a review and compare of the wolfbox vs thinkware

[@RetroCarGuy530]

Nice review of the Nexigo D90 Gen3!

[@JessieS]

Would love to see more reviews about these type of dash cams

[@VortexRadar]

I wish there were more good ones! This style isn’t my preferred form factor, but it has its place.

[@PanzerPlatform]

Nice work, 100% through. I'm impressed it has both codecs, (H.264 & H.265). That's what I've been trying to tell Vantrue, 70mai, Thinkware, (but not VIOFO). lol Now we need a rear view mirror competitor from VIOFO, along with a suction cup model for rental car / temporary applications. -Chuck

[@VortexRadar]

hehe yeah it's nice to see companies building in solid specs. We've been waiting a while for Viofo to release their RVM dashcam, but it's also nice reviewing some other brands besides the usual suspects for a change. :)

[@fermgonz6167]

Thank you for reviewing these rear view types of dashcams. Can't wait until they catch up in features to regular dashcams as I like having the screen to see the videos and also like the view at night vs a regular rear view. Please keep on reviewing these for a better parking mode and a better rear camera resolution.

[@Suron2012]

Wolfbox G930 JUST installed today. Swapped out the OG mirror for this newer model with the replacement bracket. Haven't installed the hardwiring kit as of yet. This "Nexigo" version looks extremely similar, like the same manufacturer is producing them.

[@VortexRadar]

I’d love to hear your thoughts as you get some seat time with it.

[@actualjp]

I'm looking forward to that, too. Obviously, customer service is what makes or breaks a manupackager, but I've never heard of Nexigo until Vortex put up this video. I've seen Wolfbox a time or two, but not actual footage, either.

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I can finally breath, been holding my breath waiting for this video. Hope there will be more. Now I can order the Nexigo, after my blue skin tone returns to normal.

[@VortexRadar]

🤣

[@musaadedibu9316]

Thanks for this video. Have been waiting for one of this video from you. I actually love the concept of mirror dashcam than the traditional dashcam, because it serves mores fulfilling purpose than just a windscreen attached dashcam. I can't wait for major reliable dashcam producers (Viofo, thinkware and the likes) to dwell into mirror dashcam production for true resolution as advertised. I just got one myself of recent, and really on the pricey side (pormido prd80), I will love to see you review it. Some major issue I had while looking out was 1) Reliability (How long they last) 2) True resolution (as advertised) 3) OEM look (So many of them are really rubber rapped to the main mirror like the one you reviewed, and also had to plug in all accessories from the top like that). I simply hate to see wires like that 🙄 These and some other factors so limited my options, The pormido doesn't really really give me the resolution I wanted for the front (4k), but ended up having a single unit viofo unit for the front, used the mirror dashcam for the rear and interior. I anyways ended up with the prd80 for its OEM Look majorly and clear footage even it's 2k & 1080p.

[@VortexRadar]

Just checked it out and yeah I see what you mean. I like that it replaces your RVM and that GPS is built in, but that’s pricey for a 2K cam, plus the cam is external like a traditional dashcam. Cool to see a variety of approaches to all this though.

[@musaadedibu9316]

@@VortexRadar Absolutely pricey for a 2k cam, was able to get some discount off it though, by speaking to the Customer Care (one of the best responsive one have seen). I simply got sold on the prd80 for its design. Though I also found some suiting bracket mounts (sold alone) on amazon that suits different mirror cam to avoid rubber rapping it on the preexisting mirror, to give it some OEM look. But the connecting wires from the top couldn't be addressed 😃. Thanks 👍

[@OneManOnFire]

I've had my Autovox x1 since 2018 and it has been fine but I've been looking to upgrade. Thank you for doing a dashcam mirror review I hope you do more! Please do a review on a dash mounted screen with the all in one combo that has apple car play and android auto. I had a similar setup that allowed me to run waze on the HUD screen and highway radar on my phone connected to my Uniden R4

[@sdm.1980]

I like how you make a comparison between other cameras 🎥 For that you have another Subscriber Keep Up 🆙 The Good Work Many thanks

[@VortexRadar]

Welcome aboard!

[@darylhaack7752]

Thanks for posting. Very informative. Cheers

[@actualjp]

Another great video! I've been a subscriber for a while, especially for your budget buyer guides and best of YYYY videos. I have three teens with three cars, I am especially drawn to the RVM form factor, and I like your "minimum acceptable features" approach. I'm particularly impressed by the Nexigo's image quality side-by-side with your PQ benchmark video. I assume you'll tell us pretty quickly if there are any problems, but do you and she have a schedule to set up a revisit video for this Nexigo product? 😁

[@VortexRadar]

Thanks! I don’t have any plans for follow up Nexigo videos, especially with so many new things on my plate to focus on.

[@keithpennock]

@VortexRadar You mentioned processor/imager overheating being a pervasive problem in your 2024 Dashcam Buyer’s Guide reviews. Has any company looked at adopting Gallium Nitride processors & imagers as those are far more heat tolerant than Silicon processors & imagers? Sony Starvis seems to be adopted by many dashcam companies, have you broached this in your talks with their reps? Is there a big yearly trade show (or shows) like CES for tech but that features dashcams & if so what is it called?

[@VortexRadar]

I haven’t heard of anyone playing with that in dashcams. So far it seems to be used mostly in chargers?

[@keithpennock]

@@VortexRadarYes it is used in chargers and many other applications that involve high voltages because of their tolerance of higher heat but they are also used in many other applications like satellites because they are more tolerant of wide temperature swings & can be hardened better against radiation. I remember you talking with a dashcam rep in one of your previous videos, I didn’t know if that was broached in your talks with them. It seems to be a pervasive problem with dashcams & even GoPros overheating.

[@swayjavy4756]

The video I NEEDED, currently have an old car and wanted a dash cam that blends in but the current selection of rearview mirrors is sketch but I will take a crack at this one!

[@jaystarr6571]

Wonder why no Wi-Fi or app. I do like this concept though. Hopefully this form factor will continue to mature.

[@VortexRadar]

Yeah I thought about that too. Probably a way to try and remain price competitive with the fake 4K dashcams? Either way, it’s nice to see someone building a dashcam with reasonable specs and hopefully the Gen4 adds WiFi. :)

[@Darkk6969]

Good and honest review. Only thing disappointing the rear cam is not 2k and no option to replace the OEM mirror mount like you can with Wolfbox. I have the Vantop 4K dash cam and having issues with the power connector going bad which seems to be common problem with this model. Glad Nexigo went with usb-c instead of the aging mini usb connector.

[@danvuquoc]

Hey, great review. You mentioned in the video quality section about vibration and not having a hardmount kit available (something not rubber band based). Have you had a chance to peel up the feet of the back mounting to see if the rubber band mounting tabs were screwed on, in which case that would open up the opportunity for someone to make a bracket or 3d print a bracket for a more sturdy hard mount. A lot of people's ball socket mounts are worn out or get accelerated wear due to heavier mirror dashcams like this, something to consider. Excellent content as always!

[@beekaye1496]

Great Review, I have a few mirror dashcam and this one seems promising. I really like the back up camera in which I may install on my daughter’s car I am getting in a few weeks.

[@JesseOsby]

Wow, that's cool, I had no idea such a product existed. And your review was super-thorough as always. The thing I disliked about what you showed of this product was having to tap into power for the rear camera. It's a minor thing but I'd rather not make any permanent changes to my car, even just installing a tap like that, and it seems unnecessary. i.e. other brands' rear cams like Viofo don't require that. Hopefully they can correct that in their next version. How's the rearview at night? Is the camera sensitive enough to be able to tell what's going on, or does the regular mirror mode work better? And if so, does the regular mirror do auto-dimming via electro-chromatic operation?

[@VortexRadar]

The fuse box taps are optional for parking recording. I’m a little confused by your comment though since that’s how you do it with other brands too, especially if the cig. lighter turns off when you turn off your car. If you’d like driving only recording, you could certainly stick with the included cig. lighter plug.

[@JesseOsby]

@@VortexRadar Thanks, I meant the stuff at 14:46 where you had to find a separate power source for the rear camera. EDIT: sorry, nevermind, I just realized that was to get the reverse signal, not to power the rear camera!

[@VortexRadar]

Ahhh okay yeah, that makes more sense. No worries. :)

[@JesseOsby]

@@VortexRadar I am still curious about those questions on how the rearview does at night though

[@PatMerc007]

The only thing missing from this setup is the cabin recording. Do you think that you can flip the mirror toward the inside of the vehicle if you want to record an external interaction on the driver window?

[@charlieroth962]

What would you recommend for the best rear camera mirror for the least rear image glare and sharpest image? That would be 90% of my use. In multi-lane driving, being able to have a wide field of rear view for lane changing, for me, is invaluable. I just had a Rexing M2 installed, and the reflection glare and washed-out images are awful. I would appreciate any suggestions you have. I like what I have read about the Nexigo. Thanks! Charlie

[@VortexRadar]

Sorry, but as mentioned in the video, I haven’t used most of them because there’s so many with false advertising, so I couldn’t say from personal experience. I don’t know many people who’ve used a bunch of RVM dashcams, but you could always try asking here: dashcamtalk.com/forum/

[@ColdChills01]

I'm still looking for the very best brand/setup... pretty much an all in one dash cam for my 2019 440i xdrive - I'll buy the add-ons but I think Blackvue is the way to go for there features!? 😳 front view, inside cabin view, rear view, and two on other cameras for the sides if possible 😅😅 - what are my very best options for my f32 440i 😮?🤔 💭

[@VortexRadar]

I tend to prefer the Viofo's for their video quality and Blackvue's for the cloud features. You can learn more about those options here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKPZhat5eqeVm80 For getting a bunch of extra camera angles, there's a ton of ways to approach it. Here's some different styles: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJOnZ4Olg5uhkLs

[@omnipotentgoku]

Watching this video made me second guess the wolf box g900 that was just delivered to me. It's not running that starvis 2, and for as much as these things cost, I don't want to pay premium for old tech. Do you think /know if wolf box will be releasing a mirror cam with that starvis 2 anytime soon? Also in your opinion, should I return the g900 and get this d90?

[@VortexRadar]

I haven’t tested the Wolfbox so I can’t say how it is otherwise, but personally I appreciate when companies are honest and don’t lie for the sake of sales.

[@omnipotentgoku]

@@VortexRadar thanks for the clarification. Do you know if the rear camera uses the starvis as well ? Is this a duo ?

[@Stephen-wc8fn]

Elsewhere I saw a comment saying that video download / play required separately purchased software (windows only). Is that correct?

[@VortexRadar]

Oh weird. I’ve been using VLC which is free and cross platform. It creates standard video files so you don’t need a special player.

[@User-dd2xv]

I had mirror dashcam that would overheat in the summer months even though the top part if the windshield is heavily tinted. Please let me know how this one copes with the heat. Could you also find one that records at 60FPS

[@jimalvarez5042]

are any of these mirror dash cams support storage to the cloud?

[@VortexRadar]

Not that I’m aware of.

[@emanuelhernandez6024]

Have you seen the VIOFO telescope lens?

[@VortexRadar]

Yep, I have it installed now and am testing it

[@emanuelhernandez6024]

@@VortexRadar I was hoping to get your insight. I know u tested on dash cam that had that but the video quality not the best

[@keesie75]

Get some Glaco Mirrorcoat for outside mounted camera's and water wont be a problem anymore.

[@VortexRadar]

Thank you for the tip! I hadn’t heard of that, but I’ll definitely check it out. 👍

[@AbstractOcean]

@@VortexRadar It's not great, don't bother.

[@kyledorsty906]

What if I’m using it on a half ton pick up?

[@VortexRadar]

Do you have a spot to mount the rear cam near your rear plate?

[@shubinternet]

I wonder what would happen with this unit in a crash, when those rubber bands come off.

[@myshots101]

Depends on the accident. Unless you're smashing the car at over 100 miles per hour.

[@ttww1590]

11.8v is low enough to have a negative impact on battery lifespan, and too low to be usable in colder climates without risking being unable to start.

[@VortexRadar]

Yeah I wish it was adjustable. I put it on a dedicated battery pack to avoid that whole issue. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIjOpKFufcaHbrssi=-MMRmyHkguk79aBk

[@salami99]

wait till they get OLED!

[@danvuquoc]

Did they say that was in their pipeline?

[@salami99]

@@danvuquoc no, but one day oled will be the cheap new standard, like how this Qled is, and before LCDs were.

[@unvjustintime1]

Missing CarPlay

[@VortexRadar]

That would be nice. Do they make RVM's with CarPlay? I know there's a lot of aftermarket solutions that go in your dash or sits atop it. You'd need extra wiring to tie it into your car stereo, but it would be handy.

[@scrampker]

I would think the aspect ratio would be horrible for it, but either way I've never seen advanced features in the rvm units. Likely due to distraction liability.

[@VortexRadar]

@scrampker Great points

[@budprepper3811]

Way too much money

[@VortexRadar]

You can also pick up a refurb version of the original D90 for about half the price. amzn.to/3xNifCN

[@juicebox22a]

This is how I got my Nextbase dash camera. They have a “renewed” line for 50% off. Free shipping and included a SD card. Worth a look. Decent app as well.