Neat and relatively compact, the Vantrue E1 is an attractive dash cam that’s capable of recording 2.5K video at 30fps. It can also record Full HD footage at a smoother 60fps, for enhanced detail while you drive. Results in our review proved sharp night and day, with accurate colors and acceptable noise in low light. Our testing also revealed that the optional polarising filter usefully reduces dashboard reflections. The ideal 3 channel dash cam is completely hands-free, records crisp full HD footage and keeps watch even when you’re away. That dash cam is the Viofo A139. Its wide-angle lenses give you the best views of the road without distorting images. Stay aware of what’s happening inside and outside your vehicle at all times with this top-notch piece of equipment. There are also a wealth of features to consider, including a touchscreen display, a companion app, GPS, parking surveillance, voice control, sat nav and what3words to name but a few. Aimed at those who spend extended periods behind the wheel, the Nexar Pro is a dual-cam solution that can record video both inside and outside a vehicle. Comprised of two separate camera units connected by a cable, we found the setup to be pretty neat, even if it took up a fair bit of screen real estate. Front and Inside Dual Dash Cam】You can configure the settings to record the front and interior of your whole cabin in 1440P + 1440P high resolution. The adjustable inside camera ensures more flexibility and better viewing, ideal for rideshare drivers that may need to present proof of activities within the vehicle.

In our tests, the front camera’s footage was generally good enough in most scenarios. Viofo utilizes Sony Starvis image sensors, which perform well in low-light conditions. The lower resolution does compromise quality in subpar driving situations though, with fuzzy detail putting it behind the best 4K competitors. The interior and rear cameras offer a wide 170-degree field of view, and the interior camera is equipped with six LEDs for infrared capabilities. Even in the darkest driving conditions, visibility inside the car remained clear in our tests.

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You want Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity: The N2 Pro doesn’t have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, so transferring video files means removing the microSD card. This 3 channel dash cam is manufactured by known dash cam company, REXING who have a history of selling quality dash cams and providing good customer support. You can’t fit a dash cam centrally: With no sideways adjustment, the E1 needs to be mounted to the middle of your windshield, otherwise footage won’t be level.

The N4 dash cam has some of the best parking mode features. It offers impact detection, which is pretty standard on most dash cams with parking mode. What sets the N4 apart from a typical single or dual channel dash cam is that it have the night vision interior camera that can automatically turn on if it detects motion. So if a car thief enters your car, it will start to record and will capture them in the act and get a clear shot of their face. Vantrue’s N4 3 channel cam is, in opinion, an amazing cam with very easy to use buttons and features. The video quality is incredibly clear, and although I was hesitant about getting the N4 that has the cabin cam (since I am not an uber/lyft driver), I think the interior is gradually becoming my favorite of the 3 cams! Three-channel dash cams are best suited to taxi drivers, Uber drivers and other commercial vehicle users. Our Viofo three-channel dash cameras provide footage of the interior cab of the car, covering the safety of both the passenger(s) and the driver. This is in addition to the regular front and rear recording offered by dash cams. Having the three-channel recording option offers enhanced protection for your journeys from all angles. You want seamless connectivity: Connecting to a smartphone isn't always straightforward, with the Wi-Fi connection often failing to establish during our testing. If you are wearing polarized sunglasses, you cannot see the screen at all. That’s not the case with my other dash cam. The angle of the LCD design is off 90 degrees. With this cam if I tilt my head 90 degrees I could see the screen whereas with my other cam if I tilt my head I cannot see the screen (but I can see it normally when my head is straight – the way it is supposed to be). The design of the LCD needs to be rotated 90 degrees.

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You don’t need a complex camera: Basic functionality is free, but you’ll need to pay subscription fees for the full set of Nextbase iQ features. Interior Cam: 1.27 megapixels Sony CMOS sensor with infrared LEDs / Full HD (1280×720 @30FPS) / View angle: 119 degrees. There’s a clear sense that someone has really thought about the design of this dash cam, especially the main unit. It isn’t a particularly sexy piece of hardware – show us a dash cam that is – but it’s reasonably compact, considering its capabilities.

GPS mounts and cables from N2 Pro do not fit and you need to buy the new GPS mount for map and speed info. Hours Parking Mode】With low bitrate recording parking mode, the dash cam will keeps recording continuously and decreases the quality of the video to maximize the recording quantity. While the motion detection or collision detection parking mode allows the camera to automatically initiate recording when triggered by a motion or collision event. The 3 channel dash cam should be connected to the hardwire kit at all times (buy extra ASIN B083XB8T7T) or an external battery. We compared the five most popular 3-channel dash cams of 2023, to find which one(s) records the best video.

A 4K dash cam system with an interior view for taxi and ride-share drivers

Newest Ultimate 3-Channel Dash Camera VIOFO A139 3CH – The A139 is the first triple-channel dash camera from Viofo, it includes a rich variety of useful functions. It is suitable for all driving situations including daily driving for family, rideshare (Uber/Lyft) driving, taxi driving, etc. You expect a polarizing filter as standard: Some dash cams include a polarizing lens to reduce reflections from the hood, but it’s an optional extra for the E1. Some dash cams have internal power, or can easily be charged using external power sources. However, the rest use the cigarette lighter/USB port in your vehicle or need to be hard-wired, meaning they do use your car's battery. Dash cams with 2K, or quad high definition, give more room for edits and reframing without losing quality. The same is true for a 4K resolution 3 channel dashcam that allows for more room to zoom in and make edits. Memory (SD Card) Excellent Audio and Optional External Microphone – The A139 not only captures high-clarity sound. It also supports the use of an external microphone that can be positioned more optimally, maybe to record conversations during police traffic stops or other incidents and potentially record police misconduct.

You don’t like wires: Three cameras means a lot of wires to guide and hide. Cabling in the rear camera means removing the headliner or carpet.

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We were in for quite a surprise: The two most expensive cameras performed worst. And, as you may be delighted to learn: The dash cam that records the best video overall is actually the least expensive of the lot! At A Glance Winners: