What dashcam should we get?
I'm utterly dazzled by the number of dashcams on offer. I would like to have it hardwired by someone like Halfords. We have a Kia Niro and have an annual mileage of no more than 6000. Do we need a dashcam and if so which one can you recommend?
We would suggest the £50 YI Smart. It offers 1296p @ 30fps footage (which is above average and enough to make out number plates) and WiFi, so you can review/edit/download the footage on your phone. Though it doesn't offer GPS, so it won't be able to map your journey or show your speed - if you want that feature then you'll need to look elsewhere. It also offers lane departure warning and a forward collision warning - though these don't work as well as more expensive dash cameras.
If you want a dual dash cam, we recently reviewed the Nextbase 512GW and 512GW rear camera: kit.honestjohn.co.uk/reviews/review-nextbase-512gw.../
But there are also cheaper (front-facing only) options, like the very good Garmin 55. It's about £115, but it is an excellent, small dash cam: kit.honestjohn.co.uk/reviews/review-garmin-55/
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