First I have to mention that this is my second Vantrue camera. I have had a X2 for several years and I was impressed that it had lasted this long in the californian sun. The only issue with that camera was that once in a while it will stop overwriting the SD card and it could not record so I had to do a manual format, but I have noticed in the X4S menu they implemented a notice to format the card periodically which will prevent any SD card issues. I am very happy with the wifi option and the fact it only turns on when needed, I will ask them to maybe create a way to compress the videos in the app to be able to share easily because the original file sizes are enormous. The image day and night is amazing. I have bought the GPS MOUNT and I was so pleasantly surprised to see that inside the Vantrue app it has a map with the vehicle that shows below the video playing and displays the location of the vehicle where the video was recorded.I have been using it for a week and I am really happy with the improvements over the old camera, I hope it will last as long as my old one and I am curious to see how it deals with the high temperatures in the summer.
This camera is perfect for daily use, easy to use and install, user manual explain all you need. Video quality is fantastic and easy to download through the mobile app or through usb cable.
This camera checks all the boxes I was looking for in my first dash cam. The image quality is amazing, let's start with that. I've been going back-and-forth with 4K @ 30fps and 1080P @ 60fps. More frames seem like the way to go with high-speed events but I still can't decide. I had to bring the exposure down both on the front and rear cameras because I live in a sunny region and it was a little washed out during the day. Even after slightly reducing the exposure, night recordings are crisp and clear. The buttons are laid out in an intuitive manner and feel like quality components. The menu layout and available options seem well thought-out. There are only 3 sub-menus and every setting was right where I expected to find it. I didn't use the manual or quick start guide but they seem to be high-quality and printed in several languages. I upgraded to the GPS suction mount (separate review) so can't comment on the mount that it comes with. The camera starts up quickly and then does it's thing silently-just as I was hoping for-through the options that turn off the screen after 30s and turn off the external recording light. The screen is easy to see in all lighting conditions and not blinding at night. I really can't find anything that I don't like about this product after 2 weeks of use.
I had great hopes with this dash cam. My hopes have been dashed since the cam will not maintain a WiFi connection to my iPhone 11. It will connect temporarily when the "connection successful" screen on the cam is displayed. Once that message times out the connection to the iPhone is lost. Multiple retries provide the same failed result.I have worked with the Vantrue customer support on this issue. They tried to help for most of a week without success. (Note: The customer service representatives tried their best to help within their technical limitations. I can not fault their effort to resolve the problem.) The CS reps ultimately felt that this was a problem that their development people would have to address. The reps also indicated that there have been issues with connecting to some iPhones.The CS reps suggested that I return the dash cam for a replacement. The hope was that dash cam may have been a defective unit. The replacement arrived today and it had the same connection flaw. It's the model that is the issue.The dash cams arrived with firmware version V22 installed. The problem occurred in this version. I updated the dash cam to the latest firmware version V23. That did not solve the problem. For future buyers a firmware fix will be necessary.There are a lot of positive reviews for this model on Vantrue. Assuming that these reviews were genuine I decided to go with this model. Unfortunately, the reviews did not include the phone models that were paired with the X4S.I will have to go another direction now. I wish there were more options for WiFi capable dash cams at his time.
This Dashcam is one of many I own, including my Vantrue N4's in other vehicles, and other dash cams I've tried.The footage is crystal clear, 4k, and the rear camera is also very good. The footage is very high framerate, and I am more than satisfied with my purchase. Would recommend, 10.10
I had returned one after a month, got another one around 2 months for now.Video record is good quality, however it got the same issue that is even i connected camera with wired kit, power red light alway on but the operation blue light is off, have to press power button manually.Then i tried to update v23 at this time when ever I plugged the rear camera, the main camera screen on but can’t record and I couldn’t press any button also. So I plugged the rear one out, the main work normally. This product so annoys to me.
AWESOME dashcam duo. I'm upgrading from the X4, so not too much difference other than having the second cam, and the ability to stream to my phone or watch prerecorded clips there. Best dashcam I've owned so far.
Good as long as you don’t need to review your stored video.I think this is an ok camera. I really just need it in case of an accident so if the quality is good enough to see what occurred then I am happy. The problem is viewing the footage. You have the option of viewing on the small camera display, using the app through your phone or reading the microSD card in your computer. The screen is small so not a great option, the app does not work well and is difficult to connect to the camera and the microSD card format is not recognized when trying to read on an Apple computer. Consider this when buying.
Overall I’m disappointed in the products with the following:NOTE: I have upgraded the firmware to the latest version (V23) as of this review1. The iOS mobile app is largely useless. It cannot connect to the 5GHz band. I can only connect to the 2.4Ghz. Even with that, the app consistently crashes when I attempted to download or view existing footage from the camera. Basically the app is ONLY good for adjusting various settings2. I hard wired the camera with the battery and my battery is good. I parked my car for a day or two without driving and noticed the camera was shut-off when I started driving3. I tried to contact support via their website several times and never get a response. The support site seems to be broken. I get a black page after submitting my issuesSo in short, if you’re looking for a reliable dash cam, you may need to look somewhere elseRegards
I purchased this from the Vantrue website and got the X4s Duo, the GPS Mount, and the 256GB Memory card. Installation was straight forward and the cameras worked very well. Setup menus are easy to follow and make sense. Love that there are separate exposure settings for both the Front and Rear Cameras. Also one of the only lower cost cameras that have 4K x 1080p at the full 30fps. Front camera provides a very good image and reading license plates is possible under most conditions, day or night. Unfortunately I have a slightly tinted rear window and the rear camera appears to struggle at night. I tried various exposure settings and they help some, but the image is very "grainy" at night. During the day the rear camera is very good, just like the front. Very happy with this purchase and have ordered a 2nd one for another car. Time will tell if they can stand up to the Texas heat in the summer. I was looking at the A129 due to it's good reviews but the large number of heat related issues were just too many to ignore. Hopefully this Vantrue will be OK. It is rated to 158F so fingers crossed.
I bought this X4S Duo as an upgrade to my current N2 Pro that I bought back from 2018. The N2 Pro itself still works like charm. So when I decided to upgrade my dashcam to have a rear camera, I decided to get the Vantrue instead of others in the market as I already knew the quality of their products. The X4S is a little bit heavier than the N2 Pro, but the camera itself is more durable. The rear camera is somewhat lighter as it look more discrete than front camera. In terms of video and picture qualities, the front camera itself can deliver 4k at 30fps, which is good. As, only a few dashcams on the same price range can deliver 4k. The rear camera is as good as the from camera, Although it can only go up to 1080p, It solid good enough to capture the rear of the car. Again, only a few dashcams out there with a rear camera that can do 1080p. Mostly can only do 720p. Overall, the X4S is a great dashcam. Combined with the rear camera, it can protect your car almost all around. The only things I don't recommend this type of dashcam is to those who are doing rideshares, as this dashcam doesn't have a cabin camera just like the N2 Pro. Another thing is that the window mount is very hard to take off from from the front camera. It could easily scratch the front camera, or worst scratch the front lens, if you are not careful enough. I hope in the long run, the mount of the front camera would not fall off the window just like the mount I have for the N2 pro, especially during summer time. The suction cup gets loosen when it is too hot. At this time of review, I only used this dashcam for a few days now. If there's changes, I would edit this review.
Easy to install. Suction on the window did not seem to hold well. The “free” app totally sucks. If there might be a decent third party app instead, I would be interested.
Great dual dashcam. Mounting was great the included wire was the just right length. Playback is better than just viewing through camera while in car and works great at night. It’s not until you playback that you realise it’s better. As per picture attached it’s perfect. Can see clearly, which was something I needed since I drive frequently with dangerous drivers and need that added protection. Lock feature makes it harder to delete video after an accident occurs. You Can access through your phone though I'm not sure how to send it to others if something occurs. It has its own wifi to do this. They give you a suction cup to secure it to the window l.A few great features1080p at 120 fps is unbelievable frame rate for a dashcamOr 4k/30 for that perfect detailNice looking screen on the backAnd the included rear dashcam is nice to have all in one app
Didn’t work even though I purchased a separate SD card. SD card was vantrue. Tried getting support on it and it still didn’t help. Vantrue couldn’t talk to the manufacturer because they weren’t in the country. Waste of time and money. Got a brand new one and still didn’t work.
I have been using this camera for a week now and I like it a lot. The video quality is great, It is as reliable as the quality of your memory card. The installation process was straightforward, there is even a plastic tool provided to tuck in all the cables. In the short future, I will consider using a hardwire kit to make space in my console plug. This is a very high-quality camera (you can tell from the packaging as well) and I think the price point is very reasonable.
Short Version:Pros:1) Great resolution and video clarity2) easy setup3) Expanded recording options if only using front camera. See long version for more details.4) great viewing angle5) Capacitive battery backupCons:1) Type C rear camera cable is a bit thick. This can be a bit thinner.Long Version:Overall this is a great dashcam.1) Setup was a breeze. Mount the front and rear camera how you like. Connect the rear camera to the front. Plug in the sdcard. Format it internally, and plug in the cigarette lighter adapter and you are good to go in terms of capturing video! The camera start recording when you turn on your vehicle and stop recording when you turn your car off.2) Daytime video were great! I can definitely read license plates with the 4K resolution in the day. The rear camera is a bit harder to read, due to being only 1080p, but that is expected especially if you can only look outside the rear.3) Night time capture was also great using the front. The rear was a bit more washed out due to the other car's headlights. There is really not much you can do about this. Both cameras have great HDR which helps keep things still viewable when there are sun or bright light source.4) Viewing angle was great and covers most of the view. One pro tip is you get the most resolution out of your camera at the center of the video frame. This is just physics and how the camera lens works. Hence why in my video, I had my front car in the center of the camera video frame even if it captures some of my front dash. This goes the same for the rear.5) Mounting the cameras: Suction is very stable and solid. I have not tested it long term in the heat yet so I can't say how long it will last, but it is definitely very secured when I was mounting the front camera. The rear camera has decent 3M double side tape and was very solid mount. Moreover, there isn't a lot of weight to the rear cam so I don't think the sticky tap will be an issue long term.6) Capacitive Battery backup. This really helps when using the dashcam in hot and cold environment. I use to have a Lithium battery backup dashcam and the battery was pretty much dead 1 year in. My other capacitive battery backup dashcam continued to work 5 years on. Now I plan to upgrade to this one.Extras:Another plus for this dashcam is if you use only the front camera by itself, the camera allows you to record at 1440p @ 60fps or 1080p @ 120fps which really helps with reading license plates when there is a lot of motions. However when you use the front in conjunction with the rear, the options are mostly limited to 30fps. So keep this in mind. If mounted properly on a tripod or some of the mount, you might be able to use this dashcam as an action cam also!
Upon receiving this VanTrue OnDash X4S, I could tell right away that it was a quality product. The packaging was very nice with everything inside the box was sorted well and labeled.Install was very easy with very well written instructions for quick setup. The full manual is detailed and helpful if you really want to dig into the capabilities. This is my second VanTrue dash cam and they are both great products. This camera uses all USB C connections which is fantastic. They are robust and easy to use USB connectors. I wish that it would become the new standard. Kudos for VanTrue for using these in this product. I would recommend this unit to anyone.The front camera has a sturdy mount with an easy to use suction mount and swivel. The rear camera uses a preinstalled high adhesion tape (removable later if needed). I hid the well insulated wires inside the interior trim pieces easily.The front and rear cameras feel built very well and provide a high quality video that can be watched in the phone app or on your computer. The app works seamlessly and connects to my dash cam quickly using the built in wifi. I have posted a 1 minute video to show the quality of the video. The front and rear cameras can be viewed at the same time in the dash cam screen or you can toggle through different screen configurations according to your preferences.The recorded videos are in separate files labeled "A" for front camera and "B" for rear. The videos are easy to find and could be very helpful in an event. When I pause the video, I can clearly read license plate numbers. I have the front camera set to 4k and the rear to 1080HD. I use the "always on" feature in case there is an event while I'm away from my beloved BMW.You don't need to be an automotive electronics geek to get this camera installed and running. It's a very straight forward process that VanTrue has designed into their products.
Installed the new dash cam and drove California to Colorado and it worked very well. Worked much better that other dash cams I had in the past. It keeps the data & time even after power off, which is very important.
This is a solid dash cam. The front video quality is impressive. 4k uses more memory but the video is superb. The rear is solid but not 4k, so it's less impressive in comparison. Definitely does the job on the rear. The night vision is really good in front, the rear tends to get some glare from head lights, so don't expect too much on that part. Overall I'm very satisfied with this purchase. I recommend getting a 250gb SD card as the 4k takes up a lot of space. I went with Samsung for the SD. Comes right on when I turn the car on and shuts off a minute or so after I shut the car off. The charge plug has a swivel top piece that allows you to plug another USB into it so you don't lose a charge port while this is plugged in, which is nice to have. Very happy with this camera.
Giving my current S1 to my dad so I need a replacement. Although S1 wasn’t perfect but Vantrue has one of the best quality vs price ratio; it did not turn me away from buying another dash cam from them. I ended up gotten the newer X4S this time.Just like when I purchased the S1, X4S continues to impress. It still comes with great cushioned packaging, completed parts and accessories included (even all the cables & mounts). It worked nicely right out of the box, only things I had to do was format the SD card and change the date/time. I went through the rest of the setup menu, it is easy to read on the bigger sharp and crisp screen, and buttons are easy to maneuver; I was delightfully impressed. There is no firmware to update from the website yet, but why need one when everything worked flawlessly?I drive to work every day in a major US city, I see accidents almost every other day and having a dash cam is a must. I can see the license plate very clearly in both day and night, even during the recent sleet & snow storm. It has wide angle coverage & also comes with a (window) rear camera (1080p) to cover my back. Vantrue makes another solid dash cam that’s hard to find faults with!I won't bother putting the specs but I'll compare the newer X4S with my S1:• X4S setup menu much improved from S1, intuitive, and easier to read.• X4S buttons are easy to press & much user friendly• X4S has the larger 3” screen vs 2” in S1• X4S comes with newer USB-C vs mini-usb cable (very important!)• X4S has the front 4K resolution vs 1080p from S1. Both day/night vision has improved tremendously!Other features are available in both but improved in X4S:• G-sensor to detect vibration & starts event recording• Clear audio recording
Up date on dash cam,cam worked alright for now about a month,today when I was driving cam went out customer svc. Told me last time when I had the same problem that they was going to send me a new mount she said it was in mail,never received it all lies I would buy something else I do not recommend
Vantrue X4S Duo 4K 5G WiFi Dual Dash Cam video is crystal clear, due to the 4K, also captures high-resolution images both day and night you can make out license plates and road signs. The WiFi feature makes it easy to transfer video off the camera. No need to take the memory card out and connect it to a computer. The app allows for easy configuration of camera settings. It also allows you to view a live view of the cameras making it easier to mount the rear camera. The front and rear cameras use USB-C plugs making them easy to connect. Set up is extremely easy and the kit contains all the necessary tools. They even included a plastic piece used to peel back rubber and plastic trim in your car so that you can tuck in the wires out of sight Support 256GB Max. OVERALL GREAT CAMERA
Their previous models were already solid choices for a front and back dash cam, but were missing an easy way to get access to the files on the fly. Now with an app, I think they’ve got all the bells and whistles that made my choice easier. So far so good and would recommend.
This camera has great video quality. The WiFi feature makes it easy to transfer video off the camera. No need to take the memory card out and connect it to a computer. Installation is easy with the suction cup mount.The app allows for easy configuration of camera settings. It also allows you to view a live view of the cameras making it easier to mount the rear camera. The front and rear cameras use USB-C plugs making them easy to connect.
I don’t like that it takes so long to download a video in order to save it and play it. I haven’t had the chance to download one because of how long it takes. I wish it could just connect to your phone and view the video. It also it’s difficult to connect to the camera in order to view and download the videos. Not very impress but it’s ok
Excellent video quality. It captures everything. It also records voice. It also saves sudden movements to special folder. Its easy to use and install and can also add gps and bigger memory to it. And WiFi feature allows you to record video also on your phone. I love it!!
I love the setup, i hard wired it and bought their memory card and GPS mount. Super happy with the ability to change all settings from my phone! Now my wife wants one!
Let me start by saying I have an older version Vantrue dashcam which was 1080. At that time I had tried a few cheaper cams and returned them as the quality was not there and I suspected long term reliability. I decided you get what you pay and paid more to get the Vantrue. It has not disappointed me in the last 3 years and has been very reliable. I was interested in getting a cam to cover both front and back of the car after a few shady incidents on the road. I looked at what was currently available and wanted a 4k front sensor and didn’t put a priority on the rear sensor. Looked at options available and decided to go with this one with a promising new sensor.Now talking about the x4s, it was a breeze to setup as I already had the window mount for the old one and this one is the same mount. FYI the x4s uses usb-c unlike the old one on micro. I routed cables to the rear and with some trial and error got it mounted correctly. I really like that Vantrue included a plastic tool to lift and route under the headliner - kudos for making it easier on the diy-er.I have used the unit now close to a month and am very happy to report that the quality of recordings is fantastic on the 4k sensor. Daylight captures and stunning and nighttime is very impressive. They sure have come a long way and am contemplating upgrading the other car as well after saving up. The rear cam is just fine in my opinion and I'll be honest, after seeing how good the front sensor is, the rear view is usable but not blow your socks off good. Compared to not having anything, it is a huge upgrade for me. Daytime clips are good, wish the night time captures were better. My thought is that the front camera is the one doing all the heavy lifting to write data. We know how much bandwidth is needed for 4k and now we are adding another 1080 stream which is a lot if you have worked with video. Let's give them some more time and I'm sure we'll soon see similar quality on the rear cam as well.Overall, I have to give this one 5 stars. Yes it is expensive but considering the pain to go through with lawyers and police and insurance to prove your point vs just handing them a clip from your dashcam is peace of mind. Also just the fact that you have a dashcam in your car seems to deter some people. In the end I consider it an investment/insurance. If this will last me another 3/4 years, it money totally well spent and I can sleep better.
Great dash cam and definitely worth upgrading from the Vantrue X3 dash cam. The Vantrue X4s Duo dash cam is a considerable step up from the Vantrue X3 with its 4K video and included rear camera. I’ve owned the X3 for a few years now and really like it but the X4s takes what I like about the X3 adds 4K and more features. I’ve uploaded 15 secs of day & 15 secs of night video for reference. I haven’t installed the rear cam yet but will soon. Day video is crystal clear, and due to the 4K, you can make out license plates and read signs. Night vision looks good also with the built-in WDR. Using the dash cam has improved since the X3 as the buttons are easy to reach and most serve a dual purpose. You just either do a short press or a long press for different functions. WiFi is easy to use with the IOS app and makes it easy to download a video to your phone or tablet. You may want to limit each file to 3 minutes to make the file smaller which will shorten the time to download it. That’s just a personal preference. I noticed that the windshield mount design has been improved upon which makes much more sturdy. Overall a great dash cam.
Manual gets the system up and running quickly. Video looks great. Manual is lacking in some details about the wifi operation. Support responded to my questions within 24 hours. Nice!
I have used many dash cams and this is one of the best I had so far. Clear picture. Saves any sudden movement to the event folder so they don’t get deleted. I would absolutely love it if it had a third cam that records the inside.
This is an amazing camera that captures high resolution images both day and night. Set up is extremely easy and the kit contains all the necessary tools. They even included a plastic piece used to peel back rubber and plastic trim in your car so that you can tuck in the wires out of sight; they seriously thought of everything and I think that’s reflected in the rest of the package and it’s suite of options. In terms of use, loop recording can be set to 1,2,3,5min length clips with variable resolution. Menus are easy to access and clips can be easily downloaded via their app (supports both android and iOS) via Wi-Fi or by of course removing the micro SD card.I highly recommend this product for its high quality execution, video capture, and multitude of customizable options.
My kid just turned 16 and starting to drive by herself so getting her a dashcam just in case.Pros:4K is a lot. I can clearly read license plates of the cars I was passing by at night time. In case of collision it will be even easier since the car will be directly in front lit by headlights. See picture for details.Packaging was really pleasant to open and use - everything is package neatly and includes everything you may need for installation.Screen is very nice! In fact the kid said she is going to use it as backup camera since her first car doesn't have it.Cons:It took me a while to understand how to mount suction cup. Hint: twist it!Blue light on charger is very bright at night - solved with a piece of duct tape.
I have 3 cars, and this is now my 9th dash cam. I started with a battery based cam in each car. And they did not make it through the summer, so my next 6 have been capacitor based. And all of them have lasted until I upgraded. This is my 3rd front/rear cam. And it is the best one. The camera quality is really good. The video I posted is from about 5 feet away, and you can clearly read the text, that is tiny. I didn't want to post someone's license plate, but I can tell you that license plates are clear from a longer distance compared to any of the other cams I've had. It even includes a pry tool that makes running the long cable a lot easier. The menu is fast too. I can't find anything wrong with it after a week. I will update the review if that changes, but this one feels like a solid cam.
I would have given this camera 4 stars due to so-so night time capture, but it’s sufficient. At 2K with 256GB you can record 12-15 hours, so it does require a large storage. The reason I’m giving this a 5 star rating is because the day time HD quality helped catch a hit and run accident runner. I was able to do a 500x zoom ratio using video enhancing tool to help catch a hit and run suspect. I was able to use the clip and send it to my insurer to prove that it was a hit and run and not increase my insurance rate comes renewal.
This is my third dashcam and I'm very happy with it. First camera was front only, then I upgraded to front/back, and now I have installed this front/back unit in my wife's car.The front camera can shoot in full 4k, which is probably overkill, but nice to have. I've uploaded a sample video with some night and day shots (I overlaid the rear-camera using some dashcam viewer software--each feed is recorded as its own independent file). As you can see, the colors are very vibrant and crisp compared to my prior cameras. In the full uncompressed videos, license plates are legible at a reasonable distance.The front camera has an adjustable mount that easily hides away behind my rear-view mirror. The rear camera is a svelte little tube that takes up very little space and doesn't obstruct your view.The user interface on this camera is the best of the 3 I have owned. Everything is clearly laid out and easy to browse. There is also a phone app that lets you see a live feed and browse recordings over a WiFi connection. This actually works at a decent speed and would be useful if you ever need to immediately preserve/send a video in case of an incident.Also, this may seem to be a minor point, but a big factor in opting for this camera is that it uses USB-C for both the main camera connection and the link between front and rear camera. I've been trying to swear off buying any new electronics that use outdated micro-usb (or even worse: mini-USB) connectors and it is nice to see a company going the extra mile to use USB-C.
I see constant freeze frames for minutes at a time the rebooting a common issue. I drive 42 miles one way and get 2 freezes and at least one reboot in that time. I know I am hooked up to a good power supply as it even has a voltmeter on the same circuit that I check each time an issue pops up.
I received this for Christmas 2022 this is better than I thought. Now using the x4s duo for a month .The rear camera is good it picks up all the details and very clear. You can get into the settings and adjust the resolution and exposure to your liking. The default us 0.0 I changed to 0.3 gave me just what I needed . The front cam gives you all details and when using the App you have a larger screen. While using the app, you can set all settings , veiw your folders. This is very handy ,just incase you needed proof, Of a accident you can Show it right on the Spot with the App. This is a great dash cam !
Been searching for a dash cam for some time now. Glad I waited and found this one. Picture quality is amazing. easy to hide the wires. Very user friendly! You won’t be disappointed.
Really liking the camera so far, very easy set up. Picture quality is real good and the screen size is just right for a dash cam. The suction mount with the power cord is awesome, but it would be nice to be able to adjust camera a little more.Some "how-to" videos on the web site would be nice as well, but over-all a great dash cam!
Big shout out to @vantrue_official Been testing out the new X4S duo The screen is noticeably bigger then my previous n2, it makes going through the settings and videos way easier..although this one doesn’t have a interior camera built in I decided to put the rear facing camera on the inside so I still get the same effect. With my rear tire bing in the back my mounting options weren’t the best so happy I’m still able to get the inside recordings I’m used to. My favorite feature is the wifi which can connect to your phone seeing what the camera sees Also downloading videos and pictures is super simple with this feature.. no more need to have to plug it in to a computer to get all the footage! You still can if you’d like but for I using my phone 90% of the time so it’s perfect for me. Anyways I Definitely recommend this camera over my previous version, it’s so easy and comfortable to use. Personally I use my dash cam for more then just security.. i recored a lot the trails I do which a lot of you know the quality of the video is super crisp even at night, I tend to capture a lot of cool moments out there. There are gps add ons you can do for pretty inexpensive so it’ll record your speed and specific location, probably going to be adding that on pretty soon..
Item arrived as described and does seem to work well with my 128GB Sandisk Max Endurance Memory Card after formatting. No problems at this point, but if any arise, I will update this review.The included suction cup mount wouldn't stick to my windshield, so I opted for an adhesive mount. Perhaps your windshield will be more compliant.
Installation was a breeze although it took me a bit to figure out how to unlock/lock the suction cup. It was in the owners manual, but then again who reads that :-)The video quality is really great both during the day and at night. I have set my camera to not the highest resolution but one lower at 60FPS as it is more important for me to have the details in case of an event. Even at 60FPS, the resolution is enough to make out number plates and such.
Product impression: It does not look cheap. It’s well built and the outside feels like rubberized. I left it in a car through very hot summer and still no issue.
Very good resolution: See the photos. Both interior and exterior resolutions are good. Interior of my car is black leather and the person is wearing dark blue jacket but the camera still shows a good image. I redacted the face but details are pretty good. Vehicle license plate numbers can be read on 1080P (outside)/1080P(inside). The menu also offers a higher resolution but then it does not offer dual camera views.
Easy setup: Good suction cup/holder is very steady and not shaky. Well built, plug and play as the factory setting is already good for most users. Menu and buttons are simple and easy to understand. Good user interface.
Excellent/responsive customer: Customer support by email is very responsive and genuinely interested in resolving a customer’s concerns and issues. It generally takes 1 or 2 days to response but they do get back to you. They also don’t hesitate to offer exchange a defective dash cam under warranty after trouble shootings.
Optional GPS: Quick fix GPS antenna and enables speed of a vehicle stamps on video files.
Suggestion: Use good quality micro SD cards made for frequent write/delete like SanDisk High Endurance Video Monitoring. Check once in a while to make sure the files are not corrupted. Reformat every 1 or 2 weeks. Keep one extra SD card as backup. Throw away and get a new one if SD cards keep corrupted or turns on/off the dash cam. Also, always use OEM cable and charger. Connect USB directly to the dash cam rather than through the holder or GPS antenna if you are having any power issue. Update firmware only if necessary so that you know if the dash cam experiences some issues you can spot the issue.