Viofo DVR Is $100 Off Right Now
If you’re looking for a dash cam that provides clear, crisp video (during the day or night) and is loaded with features, the Viofo A229 Pro could be a good option for $299.99 (down from $399.90), especially if you You are looking for something that covers you from all sides. Its front camera records in 4K and has a wide 140° field of view, and the rear camera isn’t too bad either, with 2K resolution and 160° field of view. That’s a lot of land. The internal camera is also said to be decent, with 1080P resolution and night vision supported by infrared LEDs.
You can adjust the camera angle, access GPS, enable audio or HDR recording, set loop intervals, and more using the companion app. If apps aren’t your thing, you can control all settings directly from the 2.4-inch LCD display. Videos are stored on a microSD card (up to 512GB), although you’ll have to buy one separately. As for the Wi-Fi connection, it is useful for updating the firmware and downloading videos to the phone. It is reported to be slow , which can be a bit frustrating.
It has a promising voice control feature, but users note that you may have to say or repeat commands several times to get it to work, which isn’t great when you’re trying to focus on the road. It also offers 24/7 parking monitoring in three different modes, but to use it you need to purchase the Viofo HK4 wired kit, which adds to the overall cost. On the plus side, it uses a supercapacitor that is said to withstand heat and high temperatures better than the lithium-ion batteries typically used in dash cams – ideal if you live somewhere warm and need your equipment to stay cool.
The Vantrue N5 is another option at $307.99, down from $399.99.