Dash cams are useful to have if drivers are worried about getting into collisions. In the event of a crash, they could help prove who was at fault.
There are a handful of dash cams on the market. Each offers a combination of features and settings that cater to a wide range of needs. We went through a long list dash cams and picked out the five best ones that come packaged with the most useful features and provide the most value for money. We also picked ones with high user ratings. Here are the five best dash cams you can buy right now.
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Garmin Dash Cam 55
This option is our top pick for several reasons. For just under $200, it comes perfectly sized to fit on your windshield without causing a visual obstruction. Its high-quality 3.7-megapixel camera is not affected by less-than-ideal lighting conditions and a clear-sounding voice control system lets you record conversations easily. It is also safety conscious and has forward collision and lane departure warning alerts that have the option of being turned off if desired. <a
Thinkware F770
Weighing in at a diminutive 14.4 ounces, the $259.99 Thinkware F770 has a useful built-in GPS system that tracks your location and speed along with the corresponding video footage. Image quality is also much improved from the previous version and critical information such as license plates appear more vivid and clear during night time recording. A convenient internal WiFi setup allows seamless pairing to your phone so that you can quickly view footage on the go without needing access to a computer.
Black Box G1W Original
This affordable ($75) dash cam can be easily mounted and has an automatic motion detector to save on recording space when nothing moving is detected. High-definition quality from video footage is quite outstanding for the price and it is not affected by extreme temperatures, especially high heat.
Rexing V1
For a $100, this multifaceted dash cam packs in a lot for the price. Its wide dynamic range technology consistently adjusts the camera’s exposure to create well-lit footage and images. Also setting itself apart from the competition, a 170-degree six-layer glass lens lets you capture a sweeping view of the road. The camera with the aid of a G-sensor will automatically lock and save video content if disruption or displacement of camera position is felt.
Falcon Zero F170HD+
This is the best-looking dash cam out of the bunch. Not just riding on its good looks, it has a full 1080 HD display, an anti-shake sensor, and GPS tracking night vision capability. Setting it apart from some of its peers, it can complete smart functions such as tagging vehicles using a plate number input system as well as using its onboard GPS to playback footage of routes on a map while simultaneously watching driving footage. Retail price is $110.