Ultimate 4k Dash Cam Comparison

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  • čas přidán 17. 05. 2024
  • Ultimate 4k Dash Cam Comparison
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    Pros and Cons
    Vantrue n4 Pro
    -LCD Screen
    -magnetic mount
    -30 FPS in 3 channel mode
    -HDR for front, rear, and interior cameras
    Cons’
    -Parking Mode Needs Some updates
    -Collision detection taking 6-12 seconds to start recording after impact
    -Parking Recording Duration should be added into settings
    -File List Organization needs to make it easier to find video files
    -No HDR Auto timer
    -Poor Audio Quality
    Viofo A139 Pro
    Pros
    -HDR Auto timer
    -Parking Mode is a step up on Vantrue, 70 Mai
    -Parking Record Duration
    -Parking Mode Cable has more settings
    -60 frames per second in 2K
    -Great audio quality
    -CPL filter included in box
    -File List organization via app keeps improving
    -Can be used in 3 chhannel mode
    -Thinnest rear camera cable
    Con’s
    -No LCD screen
    -Need to disconnect all cables to remove from vehicle
    -24 FPS in 3 channel mode
    -HDR only on front camera
    -No Energy Saving / Impact Only mode for parking
    -firmware updates must be done via desktop computer
    70Mai
    Pros
    -2 second collision detection mode
    -Good front video quality
    -HDR front and rear
    Cons
    -25FPS
    -Rear camera low grade
    -Parking mode needs a timer
    -Parking mode needs more options for low battery protection
    -Motion detection did not work at all
    -Current draw needs to be lowered to compete with Thinkware
    -Have to create an account just to login into the Wi-Fi app
    Thinkware U3000
    -2K Rear Camera
    -Has Cloud features
    -Radar Parking Mode front and rear
    -Voice notifications of incidents while parked
    -Low current draw while parked
    -Best parking Mode
    Cons’s
    -No High Dynamic Range
    -Night Vision
    -Talks too much
    00:00 Introduction
    01:04 Dash Cam Resolution Vantrue Viofo Thinkware 70mai
    01:40 Frames Per Second
    02:56 Viewing Angle
    03:28 Daytime Driving license plate capture
    04:19 Daytime Driving Stave Falls
    04:48 SD Card Capacity
    05:09 Wi-Fi Capability
    05:46 GPS information
    06:09 Parking Mode Impact Detection Thinkware U3000
    06:46 Parking Mode Impact Detection 70 Mai A810
    07:00 Parking Mode Impact Detection Vantrue N4 Pro
    07:25 Parking Mode Impact Detection Thinkware U3000
    07:39 Parking Mode Impact Detection 70 Mai A810
    07:49 Parking Mode Impact Detection Vantrue N4 Pro
    08:08 Vantrue n4 Pro Quick Boot Up Collision Detection
    08:29 Impact Detection SUmmary
    09:48 Time Lapse Parking Mode
    10:29 Motion Detection Parking Mode Intro
    11:39 Motion Detection Parking Mode Test
    13:16 Motion Detection Summary
    14:32 Parking Mode Cable Vantrue and Viofo
    15:03 Parking Mode Cable Thinkware U3000
    17:04 Parking Mode Cable 70 Mai
    18:53 Low battery protection Viofo Vantrue
    19:22 Low battery protection Thinkware U3000
    19:52 Low battery protection 70 Mai
    20:20 Current Draw Thinkware U3000
    21:26 Current Draw Viofo A139 Pro
    22:28 Current Draw 70 Mai
    23:16 Current Draw Vantrue N4 Pro
    24:28 Tunnel Test Night Time Driving HDR ON
    24:54 Tunnel Test Day Time HDR ON
    25:20 Black Out Test HDR On
    25:46 Night time driving HDR On
    26:10 License Plate Capture Night HDR On
    26:24 Rainy Day HDR Off
    26:53 Tunnel Test HDR Off
    27:20 Rainy Night HDR Off
    27:52 Rear Camera
    29:30 Pros Vantrue N4 Pro
    29:59 Cons Vantrue N4 Pro
    30:35 Pros Viofo A139 Pro
    32:04 Cons Viofo A139 Pro
    32:46 Pros 70 Mai
    33:05 Cons 70 Mai
    35:07 Pros Thinkware U3000
    35:53 Cons Thinkware U3000
    36:32 Final Thoughts
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Komentáře • 197

  • @mrdennischapman
    @mrdennischapman Před 8 měsíci +62

    Gotta Say....this is probably the best site for information about Dash Cams. He does a great job of comparing cameras and giving examples. Also, the production quality is outstanding. If you have visited the channel, please subscribe and help this guy get more views so that he can continue his great work.

  • @intheworldbutnotofit8002
    @intheworldbutnotofit8002 Před 7 měsíci +6

    This exactly the video content i was looking for on dashcam comparison. Great video!!👍🏼

  • @JWeyandt
    @JWeyandt Před 7 měsíci +3

    Straight-up and unbiased comparisons. Nicely done.

  • @Bacnow
    @Bacnow Před 8 měsíci +8

    Great Job! You really put some time into this one! You certainly helped me select my next Dashcam!

  • @jbjensen11
    @jbjensen11 Před 8 měsíci +4

    GREAT review. Simply great! Thanks!!!

  •  Před 7 měsíci +2

    Great video! Thanks

  • @Getlost55
    @Getlost55 Před 6 měsíci +6

    Great comparisons! This video needs way more likes!

  • @justinderato478
    @justinderato478 Před 5 měsíci +9

    Just got the N4 Pro and it’s absolutely amazing. No drop in frames when in 3 channel mode and amazing HDR for plate reading. All around amazing dash cam unit

    • @consumer9414
      @consumer9414 Před 23 dny

      Read u have to pay an extra 50 for activation or more storage before u can use it is that true?

  • @RetroCarGuy530
    @RetroCarGuy530 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Great job! That's a lot of work that went into this review video.

  • @mirzakaleem
    @mirzakaleem Před 6 měsíci +2

    Greetings, good demonstration of each dash cam for solid information. The video quality is outstanding. Subscribed and liked the video. Godspeed ❤

  • @Bebold94
    @Bebold94 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Wow, great info, thank you!

  • @joshdumfey3359
    @joshdumfey3359 Před 6 měsíci +3

    There is another hardwire kit for the VanTrue than the one you showed. It allows for different voltages and also includes a timer. Thanks for your videos. I enjoy them. I did get the VanTrue as parking modes donet matter much for a garaged vehicle. It was also a decision based on price and I wanted the 3rd channel available if needed.

  • @stllda909
    @stllda909 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Awesome, Awesome vid. This is the most detailed and informative vid I have seen in a long time.

  • @scotttucker2557
    @scotttucker2557 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I'm loving the channel I do have a question about the u3000 as I do rideshare can the thinkware u3000 have a interior camera added

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      Not that I know of. Not sure if Thinkware would do that in the future. They have not on prior 2K or 4 K models.

  • @aalani
    @aalani Před 7 měsíci +3

    Great video!!, I will keep waiting for your thought of the Viofo A229 Pro before going ahead and buying it

  • @joejey00
    @joejey00 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Awesome video!. Thanks for all your hard work. When watching the N4 power consumption during the motion/impact detection I saw that the monitor was on. What about when it’s off, as I think for most people would set the screen on time for 30 sec.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      Yeah good question. I think someone else tested that. I will try and verify difference

  • @Pfuetzensammler
    @Pfuetzensammler Před 6 měsíci +5

    Great review, liked and subscribed!
    One must not forget that 70mai comes with battery instead of capacitor, as far as I read every 1,5 years or so it needs to be replaced.

  • @chadpurser
    @chadpurser Před 6 měsíci +11

    The A139 looked to be the clear overall winner to me. Great plate legibility, good night visibility and fast adaptation coming out of the tunnel.

  • @hockeycop28
    @hockeycop28 Před 3 měsíci

    Do you know what the maximum bitrates are for the Viofo and Vantrue? Thanks!

  • @ricktang7691
    @ricktang7691 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Best dash cam vid seen ever!

  • @PanzerPlatform
    @PanzerPlatform Před 8 měsíci +2

    Great work Ben.
    This was an awesome video.
    I watched every minute, but I didn’t see a guest appearance from Doc Brown. Lol
    -Chuck

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +1

      You must have heard my comment approx 34 minute mark🤣🤣

  • @rickstar7726
    @rickstar7726 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Great video, really informative and a professional review and an in detail spec of each. Does anyone know if any of these have a waterproof rear camera? As mine needs to be installed on the rear of my van. Thanks In advance!

    • @rickstar7726
      @rickstar7726 Před 6 měsíci +1

      Subscribed by the way 👍🏻

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci

      I dont know of any of these units having an optional rear exterior camera.

  • @frankbruce7580
    @frankbruce7580 Před měsícem +1

    I enjoyed the video - thanks for posting it!
    By the way, just wondering if you have hard-wired in a dash cam to your Soul EV. Any tips, tricks, or complications you can pass on?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před měsícem

      I hooked it up to backside of OBD2 plug.
      Pin 3 ignition, pin 4 ground, pin 16 constant power. Always verify your wiring by testing

    • @frankbruce7580
      @frankbruce7580 Před měsícem

      Great! Thanks for the quick reply.

  • @pomonabill220
    @pomonabill220 Před 8 měsíci +9

    Great comparisons! I bought the Vantrue and updated the fw for 5-6 sec. impact, but you are correct... it is STILL too long, plus the A139pro just has an edge on quality compared to the N4 for license plates.
    Thank you for your work!

  • @mcmach1
    @mcmach1 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Appreciate your editing effort buddy

  • @mashaperel605
    @mashaperel605 Před 8 měsíci +6

    great video , much appreciated!
    I purchased the 70 mai like three weeks ago, yes price was a part of it, but im kind of glad with it, front video is great, files are very very easy organized, yes the rear camera is not so great but I think its ok'ish to have some recording in case of an emergency...
    one think I saw many people have problems with the N4 is the mounting and the mounting glue, which gives up very often and even Right after installation....
    so it doesn't matter how expensive the camera is and how great the video quality is, if its falling down- then you have no recording at all...
    so far in the California heat, the 70 mai is holding its mounting and mounting glue without fail for me.
    which I consider a plus.
    again, thank you for this fantastic video!

  • @rizadhave
    @rizadhave Před 8 měsíci +3

    Hi! Can you also make a review of viofo 139pro a and Vantrue N5? Give also a highlight about the parking mode and how many seconds it starts to record after collision happened while parked. Thank you!

  • @SkyLiveCOC
    @SkyLiveCOC Před 15 dny +1

    Hey my CZcams colleague, very very good Video and much Information with very fair Comment from you. Iam searching for a Cam wich have 4G /LTE Module. What about the Thinkware Dashcam T700 ? or i think i have to wait for a Thinkware Dashcam with integrated 4G/LET Module. How much electicity (mA) need the Telekom Hotspot UBD Module ? The 710 may have it with the U04 Kit but the electicity with acitvated Motion detection wirh 450 mA the whole Time, is to high and the Battery was fast low. Greetings from Germany. Olli

  • @japrtorres
    @japrtorres Před 8 měsíci +2

    Thanks for the review. Looking forward for your insights with the viofo a119 mini using starvis 2 😄 I'm thinking of getting 70mai, do you think it has good vakue compared with the others if I'm not hardiwiring it and usinf any parking mode functions?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I would for sure get Viofo A119 Mini 2 over 70 Mai. you get 60fps at 2K resolution. Ability to add a polarized lens.

    • @japrtorres
      @japrtorres Před 8 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions but even with a crappy 1080p rear cam, having one is better than nothing right? So you think a 1 channel a119 mini is worth it?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@japrtorres Mini2 is front only. Having a rear camera is better than none I agree. I would choose front and rear over front only any day of the week

    • @japrtorres
      @japrtorres Před 8 měsíci +2

      @@SafeDriveSolutions fair enough 🤣 I didn't know getting a dashcam is this hard.

  • @PatientAccord
    @PatientAccord Před 5 měsíci +2

    Interesting thing about the Vantrue - they actually have several hardwire & OBDII kits that are compatible with it. I got the "Vantrue 3-lead Acc Hardwire Kit" (VP01), which has 5 DIP switches for selecting 4 different voltage cutoffs and 6 timer settings.
    I will also note that the power draw tests would be quite a bit more digestible if they were all shown on screen at once so we can easily compare between the various cameras and modes.

  • @SpartanGIS2
    @SpartanGIS2 Před 8 měsíci +6

    This is a real treat to watch. I've been looking at a dash cam for awhile and wanted to see some high end contenders against each other. I've always been a Thinkware fan, as I had a previous f1800 Pro 2Ch setup for over 5 years. Was looking at getting the new 4k 2ch U3000 Thinkware, and was very disappointment at the quality compared to others. Almost every single example has so much compression noise that the quality doesn't actually seem like 4k. Overall I still think the U3000 still has the most features and parking options, especially with their new radar system Thinkware has. But, I just don't know if its worth the 220+ price tag over the A139. I wonder if the OBD connection is better, very easy for me to install for sure, as I'm not very good at hard-wiring, and usually have them professionally installed, but can be a big cost too in "labor". I've always loved the fact that I can have my dash cam silently recording while my truck is in the shop and make sure that its actually being worked on, or someone isn't taking a joy ride. But with an OBD cable, that can easily be unplugged, since depending on the dealer or work being done, they need the OBD port to diagnose problems, which might tip them off that a camera was hooked up.
    Either way, I'm a bit conflicted now as I very much like the quality of the A139 Pro. I am curious though, idk if I missed it or not, but did you install the CPL filter that came with the U3000? I was under the impression it was supposed to clear up a lot of the bad contrast glare at night. Or maby I'm wrong? Just wondering as @ 26:17 you can just see at how not helpful this camera would've been in a situation where you may have needed to see that plate, you can't even make out one single letter compared to others.

  • @user-nk4zg6ev6n
    @user-nk4zg6ev6n Před 3 měsíci +2

    outstanding info best video i have ever seen

  • @TheWandyrichiez
    @TheWandyrichiez Před měsícem +1

    I am analyzing the vantrue N4pro but I am also looking at the viofo A229pro4k, which one do you recommend if it could help me?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před měsícem +1

      New video comes out March 30. Viofo A229 Pro vs Blackvue DR 970X plus vs Thinkware U3000 vs Vueroid D21 4K. We also do have some video of the Vantrue N4 pro in it. Here is a video with both of them in it. czcams.com/video/FJbYkSTG9Bs/video.html I personally would choose Viofo A229 Pro over Vantrue N4 Pro

  • @MrPontiac005
    @MrPontiac005 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Nice video 👍

  • @josephbkfung
    @josephbkfung Před 8 měsíci +4

    Thanks for the video. I bought 70mai 810 and I can confirm it support 30fps 4K front camera. Also the cam support AI Motion Detection and the video was recorded to the memory card without any issue. Wondering whether you were using the older firmware. I am current using 1.158ww.

    • @japrtorres
      @japrtorres Před 8 měsíci

      How is your experience so far? For daylight and night recordings. Also, was it really slow to get videos via wifi?

    • @josephbkfung
      @josephbkfung Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@japrtorresjaprtorres Compare to $350CAD Vantrue or $400CAD Viofo, $200CAD 70mai is best bang for the buck dashcam. For me, the major tradeoff is lack of 5Ghz Wifi and non starvis sensor rear camera. The front camera recording quality is really good. The rear is ok at daytime but really bad at night. However, my rear window is tinted, and I think a good rear camera still might not works well. Wifi feel slow but I can either remove the microsd card or remove the camera completely by simply unplug 2 cables and slide it out. So I think it still usable.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      It is not 30 fps and i also found out after my video that even rear camera is 25FPS. So both front and rear are 25 fps.
      The AI motion detection never worked for me and it is to most current firmware.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      UPDATE :: So I guess 70 Mai did a firmware update where they are inserting frames in but they are not genuine 30 frames per second. Itis still a 25FPS dash camera.

    • @tobiaspatzold7773
      @tobiaspatzold7773 Před měsícem +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutionsThe 70mai Cam records in 30fps if you have no rear camera connected. I will user it like that. Best bang for the bucks.

  • @navarrolaurent7548
    @navarrolaurent7548 Před 8 měsíci +2

    very good video however you didn't show the rear videos of the thinkware? and also talk about the type of rear camera support at thinkware I had a problem I own a pickup with a vertical rear window and if you install the rear camera you have to adjust the angle the problem is that the radar cell found itself at the bottom so I had to make a removable support and thinkware does not offer it otherwise your rear radar does not work

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      The rear thinkware camera was left in my broke down vehicle. When I looked at video footage i had it was of the wrong angle. Basically had it pointing straight down 🥲. Totally my fault.
      The radar sensor I believe you are correct. I really want to confirm for myself. The vehicle dying on me really messed things up for me.
      Thank you for bringing it up. I will be talking directly with Thinkware in November at SEMA regarding this exact challenge as Korea will be there. My contact here is on an extended vacation.

    • @navarrolaurent7548
      @navarrolaurent7548 Před 8 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions

  • @msct6080
    @msct6080 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Hi, the viofo was that the 2 channel version or the 3 channel version? I have seen that you can adjust bitrate. 1CH/2CH/3CH 60Mpbs/44/26. Comparing this to the N4PRO, which is 3CH, isn't fully fair then IF you want a 3CH. Is it possible to turn off the inwards pointed camera of the N4PRO and perhaps see an increase in quality?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci +1

      The N4 Pro had interior camera turned off during recording. You can choose that in settings. Viofo was running in 2 channel version.

  • @ElevatedVehicles
    @ElevatedVehicles Před 7 měsíci +1

    I'm very glad to see you mention the new parking mode cable having three wires:
    1) ground
    2) ACC ignition
    3) power
    Why the need for all 3 when for years we only had ground & power cable?
    For sake of simplicity can we put the yellow ACC wire on power instead of having to splice into our ignition?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      No you can not do that. That would probably end with a dead battery.

    • @ElevatedVehicles
      @ElevatedVehicles Před 7 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions thank you for the info

  • @MrEye4get
    @MrEye4get Před 8 měsíci +2

    I'm looking at the DDPAI Z50 GPS Dual 4K Front and Rear Dash Cam. Have you seen it?

  • @chefgav1
    @chefgav1 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Thanks for the review. Viofo are just kicking goals with there starvis 2 cameras

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Next 60 days i hope to be able to add another Starvis 2 to compare

    • @chefgav1
      @chefgav1 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions ahhh, 229 pro

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@chefgav1 yea I have it and I got lots of video content prepped

  • @Bacnow
    @Bacnow Před 7 měsíci +1

    Is there Any chance that we’re going to see a review of the new VIOFO A229 Pro anytime soon? Also, are there any other premium STARVIS 2 dashcams that are rumored to make their debut this year? Thanks in advance!

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      Yes we will see a video soon. Lots of firmware updates on A229 Pro

  • @user-si4jw7wn7r
    @user-si4jw7wn7r Před 7 měsíci +1

    very good video

  • @samoxigen2667
    @samoxigen2667 Před 4 měsíci +2

    2-3 point out of 5 amazon reviews for the best cam advertized here. Xoxo

  • @max_rove
    @max_rove Před 8 měsíci +2

    Great video!

  • @Electricmarquis
    @Electricmarquis Před 8 měsíci +2

    Running all these tests in your vehicle with all these cams, do you find that all the manufactures hardwire kits have the same pin outs on the usb-c end? Like is that a universal wiring scheme? Or do some manufactures have a proprietary pin out?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Funny that you ask that. I was doing some testing and found that Vantrue hardwire cable would put the 70 mai dash cam in and out of parking mode with no challenges. However the Viofo hardwire cable would not put either of those dash cams into parking mode. I was reading on one pf the forums that there is a different pinouts for USB-c. I have used a Viofo HK-4 hardwire cable mon Red Tiger with no challenges and it would work for parking mode as well.

  • @brianwitton5061
    @brianwitton5061 Před 7 měsíci +3

    That 13 second response is a deal breaker .

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      Yeah. It does have a 6 second response as well but at higher current draw. Thinkware is great. Low current draw and quick response.

    • @tymarq07
      @tymarq07 Před 5 měsíci +1

      I believe there are settings for the sensitivity on that but I am not sure yet. Mine is arriving tomorrow. I am basing my information off of other reviews. I don't know if that will have something to do with the response time

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@tymarq07 there is a quick response time it is still 6 seconds and draws 110ma in this mode

  • @aussie8114
    @aussie8114 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Viofo needing to use computer to update is a deal killer for me. I might try the Viofo mini 2. I think that can update on wifi. If I end up wanting a rear camera I might just get a second mini 2.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +2

      No Viofo will update via Wi-Fi. Not that I know of

    • @aussie8114
      @aussie8114 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions Having looked at the online manual info it looks like you are correct. I guess I will just have to find out if I can buy a Viofo already updated to the latest version. I think the latest update fixed a Auto HDR timing issue. That’s important to me.

  • @themohanveera
    @themohanveera Před 27 dny +1

    Thanks for such a detailed comparison. In ur previous video, license plate detection of Viofo A139 was better than thinkware U3000. But in this video, looks like thinkware is better and license plate detection by A229 is actually looks quite bad for me. I was planning to get the Viofo A229 Pro until I saw ur video. Now I’m confused and back to square one lol

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 27 dny

      Did you see this one?
      Ultimate 4K Dash Cam Comparison 2024
      czcams.com/video/Rcb546vwvkg/video.html

  • @joses859
    @joses859 Před 13 dny +1

    Sandisk max endurance vs VIOFOs sd card. Which do you recommend? Does write speed come into play?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 13 dny

      I prefer viofo sd cards personally as they are industrial grade. However i have not done a head to head on these 2.

  • @jacekkangaroo4402
    @jacekkangaroo4402 Před 8 měsíci +3

    you did not mention about Vantrue N4 Pro:
    - CPL filter lens
    - 10s pre-recording in parking mode
    - remote controller
    - voice command

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      CPL filter does not come in the box. We also test all dash cams without CPL filter.
      10s pre recording you are asking about buffered recording. Yes all 3 have it, i did not test the 70mai for it as the motion detection would not work.
      Remote controller is an add on.
      Voice commands were not mentioned because i was not even saying the commands and weird stuff would happen occasionally like it would take a picture for no reason.
      Thanks for pointing it out. We are always trying to refine our testing process

  • @Koboldius1987
    @Koboldius1987 Před 4 měsíci +2

    First of all, I would like to thank you for the detailed and informative videos. In the end I decided on the Vantrue N4 pro and against the Vaio A139pro, as some reports on the A139pro put me off. (Dashcam doesn't record sporadically or breaks after 1-2 years).
    Without the CPL filter, the Vaio is superior to the Vantrue. With CPL filter the Vantrue is on par (front camera). The backlight like in the tunnel (25:10) is negated and the license plates can be seen more clearly with the CPL filter.
    What shocked me a bit is how much more power the Vantrue draws compared to the other dash cams. I'll be hooking up my Vantrue to a battery pack soon.
    I find the Thinkware to be poor in terms of price without HDR. The radar/good parking mode cannot compensate for this. In the motion detection parking mode test I don't see the Thinkware in front either (perhaps it looks different in the original recordings).
    To be honest, I think the Vaio and Vantrue are better here. On the one hand, the backlight makes recording more difficult and on the other hand, you can always adjust the videos afterwards (contrast and brightness). The Thinkware is not as sharp and has more motion blur.
    In any case, I'm happy with the purchase of the Vantrue and I'm looking forward to new videos.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 4 měsíci

      Vantrue is way too big in my opinion. I also do not like the interior camera being built into the unit as it limits mounting options for interior and front camera. The current draw is excessively high. The video quality is good for front camera.

    • @Koboldius1987
      @Koboldius1987 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions The good thing is that dashcams are getting better and better and everyone can choose a suitable dashcam for their needs. I use the vantrue in a Supra mk5 which has not the biggest windscreen behind / under the mirror and its ok. I dont have a comparison with other dashcams.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 4 měsíci

      @@Koboldius1987 We have installed a few of them for customers who have bought the unit.Glad you are happy with it.

  • @Sugurain
    @Sugurain Před 7 měsíci +2

    Just got a 70MAI A810, it'll be my first dashcam ever. Went for the 2ch version. It seems the rear cam of the a810 has very poor video quality, but oh well, better than not having one I guess.

  • @CREAOOfficial
    @CREAOOfficial Před 8 měsíci +2

    Do we think it’s a possibility that the u3000 just needs a software update to address the issues? I mean, it’s a Starvis 2 camera - what else could it be?

  • @bigED1013
    @bigED1013 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Why didn't you test the A139 in the windshield test?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      It does not have an impact only setting. It has motion and impact

  • @jaygolden4218
    @jaygolden4218 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Do any of these cams take video of the sides of the car for side swiping or door breaking entry?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Interior cameras kind of help with that with their wide field of view. But not exterior mounted

    • @jaygolden4218
      @jaygolden4218 Před 5 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions Any suggestions??? I was looking at the Nexus N5 and the black cue

  • @Constantinus213421
    @Constantinus213421 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Doesn't at least the 70mai A810 save and protect the current file when it detects a bump? Meaning that even if it detects the bump two seconds after it happened, you still have the few minutes of footage from before and during the event?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci

      Thats not how it works. If you are using impact only while parked it will only get 2 seconds after impact. If you want before impact you need to use motion detection or time lapse.

  • @RealTechSkills
    @RealTechSkills Před 6 měsíci +2

    What do you think about the Viofo 229 Pro compared to these dash cameras?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Working on a review. There is some awesome stuff with it and some stuff that is challenging with it as well. I was holding off waiting for a firmware update but too many people are asking.

  • @trickz_4356
    @trickz_4356 Před 5 měsíci +1

    quick question on my truck my cigarette connector stays on even when truck is off so i dont need the hardwire kit for my truck right ? for parking mode ? my dashcam stays on it diesnt shut off after i turn off my truck . would that kill my battery ?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Yes it will kill your battery because you will have no low battery protection

    • @trickz_4356
      @trickz_4356 Před 5 měsíci +1

      thank you so much!@@SafeDriveSolutions

  • @Scumbagthings
    @Scumbagthings Před 5 měsíci +1

    i think you got the angles mixed up, from the sales add, says that viofo is 170 front and 140 rear, i would assume that would go for all cameras, larger angles in the front to capture more. also how come you didnt have the viofo in collision detection test?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 5 měsíci +1

      If the manufacturer changed anything after the video was made that is possible. At the time of creation it was accurate.
      Viofo does not have impact only collision detection. They only have motion with impact coupled together.

    • @Scumbagthings
      @Scumbagthings Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions got ya, still would have been nice to see, also the sales ad could have been wrong. I've looked up more and saw 140 front. so, sorry bout that.

    • @Scumbagthings
      @Scumbagthings Před 5 měsíci

      overall, GREAT video, love the actual IN DEPTH review.@@SafeDriveSolutions

  • @JeffRauter
    @JeffRauter Před 8 měsíci +3

    did I miss something? No impact section for the Viofo A139 Pro??

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Viofo does not have an impact only setting. However if there is an impact in auto event detection, time lapse, or low bitrate recording it saves in locked files.

    • @JeffRauter
      @JeffRauter Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much, I get it now! I am a very new recent owner of the A139 Pro and so far so good. Love your reviews! @@SafeDriveSolutions

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci

      @@JeffRauter Hope you are enjoying the A139 Pro

  • @HughesyTech
    @HughesyTech Před 8 měsíci +3

    Great work Ben been following your posts on DashcamTalk and now here, very detailed and good to see these detailed comparisons and conclusions.
    But also honest feedback and the ending segment on this video is good to know in a world of sponsored dishonest paid-off reviews 😊

  • @egaskrad
    @egaskrad Před 8 měsíci +4

    It seems that Viofo A139 Pro is winning by quite a huge margin @ $289, comparing to U3000 @$379, N4 Pro @ $295 and A810 @only $149. A810 is so much cheaper probably for the worst hardware but the front camera isn't half bad.

    • @CorgiTheCorgi
      @CorgiTheCorgi Před 7 měsíci

      If you could shop VIOFO from china, like I did, it’s a steal. $300 for front and rear + hardwire kit + 128gb SD card. Thinkware is so overpriced with such bad image quality.

  • @user-ky5wg1vc9s
    @user-ky5wg1vc9s Před 5 měsíci +1

    Anyone have any idea how good is wolfbox i07 dashcam is?

  • @sidy1611
    @sidy1611 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Very detailed

  • @jtcber
    @jtcber Před 6 měsíci +1

    They all have something that I want. Really difficult to hand pick one for my use. What would you suggest? Parking security is my first priority. Being able to know what happen is important to me. I also want to be able to capture license plate clearly in case of accident.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci

      Parking Mode First dash cam is Thinkware U3000. The only downside is night vision it falls behind

    • @jtcber
      @jtcber Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks. I will be in contact with you for installation.

    • @jtcber
      @jtcber Před 6 měsíci +1

      Hello Ben, your website doesn't seems to be working when I try to submit a dashcam quote.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 6 měsíci

      @@jtcber what browser are you using? You can also email directly info@safedrivesolutions.ca

    • @jtcber
      @jtcber Před 6 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions I am using Chrome.

  • @T_B_C_L
    @T_B_C_L Před 7 měsíci +1

    Wow this was an outstanding comparison. Like and subscribe.

  • @eruiluvatar1982
    @eruiluvatar1982 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Great review. But the lack of a lcd is deciding factor for me. I think the lack of a lcd on the u3000 is just not acceptable. Also there is a huge price difference between the four. The 70mai is 1/3 the price of the U3000 where i am at

  • @borg386
    @borg386 Před měsícem +1

    How do you record cops? When you get pulled over, you have to turn off your car. How do you record what happens with no power going to the cam?
    Thanks for any answers!

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před měsícem

      From my understanding you do not need to turn your vehicle off. Just put vehicle in park. Dash cam will record while ignition is on

  • @christinehughes6360
    @christinehughes6360 Před 8 měsíci +2

    My biggest problem with current dash cams is the storage is very limited. For me, more storage the better.

  • @rodneyd7773
    @rodneyd7773 Před 4 měsíci +1

    whats the best for rideshare drivers

  • @Goncalvesgf1979
    @Goncalvesgf1979 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Why didn't you test viofo on impact detection test?

  • @jaytrock3217
    @jaytrock3217 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Appreciate the long video. Can you just tell me the top two and why in 10 minutes?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +2

      So we dont make our videos that way. We like to provide the information and allow our viewers to make the decision.

    • @TimSmith-db1iu
      @TimSmith-db1iu Před 8 měsíci +1

      Viofo a139 pro plus the Hardwire kit. Go buy it now.

  • @utubepunk
    @utubepunk Před 5 měsíci +1

    Very thorough & helpful review. I agree regarding "best". Since each person's use case scenario varies, what's best to you won't necessarily be what's best for someone else.
    Also, I probably would've given up if my car broke down & the only way to complete the video was to reinstall all 4 cameras!

  • @kranthichaitanya7941
    @kranthichaitanya7941 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Why did you mention U3000 inability to capture license plates during night time in cons?

  • @ElevatedVehicles
    @ElevatedVehicles Před 7 měsíci +1

    The n4 pro only drinks .7 amps. Dang that's interesting.
    No wonder these wires on the hardware kit are so tiny

  • @andreasmueller9952
    @andreasmueller9952 Před 3 měsíci +1

    A139 pro vs the mini 2. Which is better?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 3 měsíci

      Depends what you are using it for. I would pick A139 pro because it is 4K while Mini 2 is only 2K resolution

  • @jdsim9173
    @jdsim9173 Před 4 měsíci +1

    The A139 only supports certain sd cards

  • @chloeleedow7250
    @chloeleedow7250 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great video shame about the vanttrue cos I love the video of it.

  • @briankelly5015
    @briankelly5015 Před 3 dny +1

    Why is there not a fitcamx review

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 2 dny

      It does not compare to these units. But we will probably do one just to expose how they are not of same caliber for video quality

  • @ramkshetty
    @ramkshetty Před 6 měsíci +1

    m from India so wont even buy any of these. But boy this video is in detail, esp putting it in sections. Good job!

  • @arlindkrasniqi3315
    @arlindkrasniqi3315 Před 8 měsíci +6

    i personally purchased the thinkware u3000, all the other cameras in this video are made byy chinese manufactures. i dont want the chinese government having access to my dash cam through software backdoors thank you very much

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 8 měsíci +3

      I am more worried about 70 Mai out of all these as it makes you create an account.

    • @arlindkrasniqi3315
      @arlindkrasniqi3315 Před 8 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions see? i didnt know that, and now that i know that, it makes me even more hesitant to purchase dash cams from chinese manufacturers. my previous dash cam was a blackview and both blackview and thinkware are south korean manufacturers and i ttrust them. i iinstalled the blackview iin my giirlfriends car when i upgraded to the thinkware u3000 and she is very happy with it. im waiting for blackview to come out with something that has higgher resolution or even something that has the starvis 2 chip and hopefully hdr capability

  • @derringer9542
    @derringer9542 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Ill take the 70 mai for half the price

  • @entropy11
    @entropy11 Před 5 měsíci

    Kind of wish you'd mentioned how hecking large the vantrue is. It's big enough it's a problem finding a place to mount it.

  • @khoale4755
    @khoale4755 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Don't know why dash cam makers are not making dash cam's with in-built batteries for parking mode or simpler way to connect a battery like a power bank for phones, only need a usb cable, instead of hot wiring it.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      Because they fail a lot more. I have removed lots of Nextbase dash cameras. Due to the battery inside the unit failing. Super capacitor is more reliable

  • @daves7775
    @daves7775 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Reviewers should really READ about the Dash Cams they are reviewing. The Vantrue N4 Pro - comes WITH 3 cameras. (Front, Cabin, & Rear). However - it will only record in 4k - if you throw away the other two 'included' cameras and are only using the FRONT camera. If you set it up as most people; plugging in all 3 included cameras - the lettering '4k' is just that. False lettering. The 70 Mai A810 will not record 4K in 60FPS at all. Only 25FPS or slower. Difficult to see that in the bad owners manual - but is answered in the FAQ.
    *****
    My bad. I misread the owners manual. And thought it stated it would only record in 4K if only the front camera was used. Contacted VanTrue and asked about the discrepancy in their advertising and manual etc. They pointed out my error. 2160P is 1/2 or part of the 4K equation. Per VanTrue - it does indeed record in 4K with all cameras used - unless you set it - to not do so...

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      I never got anything wrong in specs.
      N4Pro is a 4K front camera. 70 Mai does not do 60 fps nor does it say that anywhere in the video. Did you watch someone elses video?

    • @daves7775
      @daves7775 Před 7 měsíci

      @@SafeDriveSolutions I have watched other videos. I also READ the spec's. N4Pro does NOT record in 4K - if recording ANYTHING other than just the front. And since they include 2 other cameras - that is extremely misleading. Page 36 & 37 of the Vantrue N4 Pro owners manual - shows that.

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 7 měsíci

      @@daves7775 The N4 Pro front camera uses a STARVIS 2 IMX678 image sensor. I honestly do not sell Vantrue at all. But the specs are all legit for front camera. If you use a MAC and hit (COMMAND + I) it will give you technical specs of video file. Front 3840 x 2160, MPEG-4 AAC, HEVC, 725 MB. Also page 36 and 37 in my manual is in Spanish and has nothing to do with tech specs in my N4Pro manual. When I look at Vantrue N4 Manual which is non pro Page 30 it shows it is not a 4K camera. That camera is not a 4K Camera. Feel free to send a link to this manual you are referring to.
      The 70 Mai A810 has done some deceptive stuff by adding in dropped frames and doing an update since my review where if you do the (COMMAND + I) it now shows 30FPS at 4K which it is not. it only does 25FPS.
      Also we are a business that supplies and installs dash cameras everyday. We test all brands we sell and carry. We started testing competitors products to the products we support. Trust me if I could have told people Vantrue N4 Pro was not 4K I would have loved to. Send me the evidence.
      For instance this video below. Where we educated people on Red Tiger and Rove.
      czcams.com/video/5EcITSNBQ6A/video.html

    • @daves7775
      @daves7775 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@SafeDriveSolutions My apologies. I contacted VanTrue to ask them about the resolution - since their website states 4K etc. They pointed out that the resolutions stated with the Cabin and Rear Camera used - are abbreviated. And 2160P is 1/2 of the equation for 4K (3840 x 2160); and the front camera does record in 4K in all situations - unless set to not do so.

  • @deanc.5984
    @deanc.5984 Před měsícem +1

    After all that review, you say make up your own mind!?🤡😅

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před měsícem

      We focus on education. Everybody has a different lifestyle so we dont want to force anything onto anyone that could be the wrong solution.
      Either way March 30 our new Ultimate 4K dash cam comparison 2024 video is out

  • @kevmacs807
    @kevmacs807 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I watched that whole video to NOT have you rank these overall in order? Lame.
    So are you saying you can’t rank them because you’re biased?

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 3 měsíci

      We sell dash cams based on lifestyle. Which means we want to find what challenge the customer has and solve it with best solution. Thats why we typically do not do a ranking

  • @michellemck4108
    @michellemck4108 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is so biased. You cannot have an unbiased opinion when you sell two of the cameras. 🤣🤣🤣

    • @SafeDriveSolutions
      @SafeDriveSolutions  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Yeah you can. Vantrue and 70 Mai sold 100’s of cameras off this video. We dont sell either one. But i have installed tons of them for customers because of this video

  • @woofielove1970
    @woofielove1970 Před 5 měsíci +1

    10:20 Dude you got some dribblin' skillz :)