I agree they need the option. However it does not have the adoption you may think it does. Honestly like nobody uses it. It is very rare that customers want to play around with that.
@@legacyautofocus they said they tested it and were not happy with the results. But who knows maybe the made in china radar is not same as made in Korea radar parking mode technology.
My lifestyle: motorcycle ... for that I'm using the Vantrue F1. Nothing fancy, but a necessity. My car is on a DR970X-2CH, but I find that it doesn't need a witness as much as my bike does. Regardless, both are plug-n-forget, which is exactly what I want.
Would like to have seen your take on "remote box" (or whatever you'd like to call them) dash cams. Those where the recording is handled in a separate, remotely located box similar to the BlackVue Box and Vueroid D40-Q2. I'll be looking to install something like this in the spring.
We tested the Vueroid D40-Q2 a few months back and told Vueroid we would not be supporting the product. The cords were too thick. The front camera cord is not long enough to hide the box away, the red light and speed camera notifications come through the box and not the front camera. Overall good idea but not properly executed. With Blackvue we have only installed 2 of the units so we do not have enough data and I also do not have a unit to test and review.
@@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks for the quick reply. I think the appeal of a box-like system is the smaller camera , better heat management, and hidden recording media (unlikely to be stolen). I'm hoping 2025 will bring improvements in the current models out there (only 2 right now?) and possibly more players with this product design.
Love your videos! Im literally stuck on choosing btwn a few models because I want a bunch of features and not 1 has all of them together. I would like parking mode as an option, but as well for driving because my county has been getting insane with accidents recently, but I want to have 4k, and I want to have different options to choose what type of parking mode. I definetly want a 2 channel. I really like the Vantrue the best for clarity during the day & night. But I like the option of the U3000 for the parking mode for front & rear & its great motion detection. But I also want great cloud, I like that Viofo has emergency lock also. I thought I was going to settle on Viofo, but now I am really considering Vueroid but I really want the super night mode. I dont know what to do, Sigh lol
Best 4K Cloud Dash Cam Thinkware U3000 vs Blackvue DR970X Plus LTE? th-cam.com/video/E5XN-2bm9Eo/w-d-xo.html yes a hotspot is required on a seperate device
I love my U3000, best dashcam for heat. I drive to Texas and no problems in 100 degree weather. My BlackVue Dr900x plus would always get too hot, and go low power.
Ben, I just purchased another car and what dash cam did I buy for this car? The same one, Viofo 229 Plus. It's the best feature rich and price ratio. Thanks for your very informative videos.
nice video. as i said i am going to get the viofo a229 pro 3 channel if ever we get another car/family van. i like to replace my existing dashcam which is the azdome m550. but, if ever viofo upgrades their a329 and have the 3 channel, i might get that instead.
@SafeDriveSolutions oh yeah, if it's okay with you, can you bring up and review you think are the best (best meaning affordable or best in video, or practicality, etc.) rear view mirror dashcam? Thanks
@@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741 I have tried forming a partnership many times with rear view mirror companies. Twice now they have said we will send you a product to review for free. Then the (If you purchase this many units we will send you one for free comes at the final stages). The channel is starting to earn some money now so we have been reinvesting in some products and tech for even better reviews. Trying to find a G sensor table for some better testing.
The HDR of the Viofo looks better at night but for the few samples I paused the video to compare pictures, the Blackvue seemed to have the clearest still pictures. Is it like that when comparing other samples where freeze frames are better?
Ultimate 4K Dash Cam Comparison 2024 th-cam.com/video/Rcb546vwvkg/w-d-xo.html I just took some quick samples from videos. There is a lot more comparison in this video with Blackvue.
Do you have any opinions on the Cooau D30S or any other dual camera Cooau brand dash cameras? I have had one for years and it is generally a good camera, albeit a bit quirky (often asking whether I want to reformat the SD card on engine ignition).
Your videos are great! I have a Vantrue N5, but I’m thinking of switching to the Viofo A139 Pro or the A229 Pro. I need 3 channels, and I’ll decide between the two based on space. I saw a video where someone with the A139 mentioned a software update to set the voice command language to Italian. Do you know if this is also possible with the A229? Thank you!
@@SafeDriveSolutions Both menu and voice commands? I mean when the dashcam speaks and says "starting recording," etc. Is Italian also available on the A139? Thanks!!
Much respect for your "unsponsored", honest reviews. I am looking to purchase for my son's (Xmas gift). Impressed with the Viofo A229 Pro 4K. However, I've come across the brand Wolfbox. The latest model X5 4K appears good. What, if anything do you know of this product? With your knowledge on this subject, is this something you could/would, OR would not recommend. ☮
The Wolfbox X5 looks cool. We seen it at SEMA. I do feel that Wolfbox and a few others are still trying to catch up to VIofo on settings, video quality, and features. But Wolfbox and Red Tiger (same company) are moving in the right direction.
Hi Ben, The video is great, Ben. I am writing to you from New Zealand. I have been looking for a rear dashcam for my Rav4. The dealer fitted the Toyota dashcam for the front. But it does not come with a rear camera. So, I am not in for an expensive solution and easy to install(I am not a car person, and don't have idea about the wiring), but looking for a camera with Parking mode, and I was thinking of adding it to the BlackVue B-112 battery pack. I was looking at the Garmin Mini 2/3 as an option. So, when the car is turned off, the batter would power the camera, but the battery isn't large enough to camera for 10-12 hours of parking, and I don't need soo much of recording for the night. So, if I switch to parking more, ideally it should last the night. So, over here I wanted to know if I need the parking mode module separately if I am hooking to an external battery? I am guessing not? Also I don't want to pay for any paid subscription. Do you suggest some 1 channel cheap alter where it has a good parking mode, and the camera isn't big, and can be installed via a cigarette power adaptor?
Yes parking mode cable is required for parking mode to work even when hooking up to battery pack. If you use a cigarette lighter you will not have parking mode at all.
@@SafeDriveSolutions ok..thanks for that. So how do I connect the hard wire parts to my external battery? The battery has 2 usb ports, 1 port for DC in, 1 port for dashcam.
@@avghosh yeah that unit is totally different. It is more supportive of older blackvue units that would go into parking mode on its own without a parking mode cable. I am not 100% familiar with Garmin so not sure how it functions with a cigarette lighter plugin or usb direct in. I do know when we install garmin for clients we only do it with a 3 wire parking mode cable. You may have to find out if the garmin goes into parking mode when it senses no movement like older blackvue dash cameras did
Hi, I installed the A229 Pro 3CH updated to the latest firmware, but in parking mode, I don’t have the "Auto Event Detection" option, only the various Timelapse and Low Bitrate Recording options. Do you know why? Thanks
In all honesty i have only installed 2 of those units in a year. Never put one in my own vehicle either. Maybe if Blackvue sent us one and I could use it for a few months In would review it.
Please recommend best dash cam for Toyata Venza 2023 front and rear which is useful in case of accident for insurance. I am open to spend. I am stuck between all the choice you have given. I’m in Canada.
"you're probably on Amazon right now, fishing around..."
"Lmao, how'd you know?"😅
Love this channel, you do the best job of explaining the pros and cons of all the different choices without bias. Thanks so much for all you do
Thanks
Viofo should implement cloud technology, as it is an essential feature in today’s world.
I agree they need the option. However it does not have the adoption you may think it does. Honestly like nobody uses it. It is very rare that customers want to play around with that.
And radar
@@legacyautofocus they said they tested it and were not happy with the results. But who knows maybe the made in china radar is not same as made in Korea radar parking mode technology.
Great work Ben as usual, the best most honest channel out there)😊
Glad you think so!
Nice work Ben.
Thanks!
My lifestyle: motorcycle ... for that I'm using the Vantrue F1. Nothing fancy, but a necessity. My car is on a DR970X-2CH, but I find that it doesn't need a witness as much as my bike does. Regardless, both are plug-n-forget, which is exactly what I want.
Yeah have not played around with motorcycles much in my career.
Hi ben, What is the best 2ch dashcam for video quality. My budget is 200 usd.
you probably want to look at Viofo A229 Plus I think it is around that price USD
Would like to have seen your take on "remote box" (or whatever you'd like to call them) dash cams. Those where the recording is handled in a separate, remotely located box similar to the BlackVue Box and Vueroid D40-Q2. I'll be looking to install something like this in the spring.
We tested the Vueroid D40-Q2 a few months back and told Vueroid we would not be supporting the product. The cords were too thick. The front camera cord is not long enough to hide the box away, the red light and speed camera notifications come through the box and not the front camera. Overall good idea but not properly executed.
With Blackvue we have only installed 2 of the units so we do not have enough data and I also do not have a unit to test and review.
@@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks for the quick reply. I think the appeal of a box-like system is the smaller camera , better heat management, and hidden recording media (unlikely to be stolen). I'm hoping 2025 will bring improvements in the current models out there (only 2 right now?) and possibly more players with this product design.
Love your videos! Im literally stuck on choosing btwn a few models because I want a bunch of features and not 1 has all of them together. I would like parking mode as an option, but as well for driving because my county has been getting insane with accidents recently, but I want to have 4k, and I want to have different options to choose what type of parking mode. I definetly want a 2 channel. I really like the Vantrue the best for clarity during the day & night. But I like the option of the U3000 for the parking mode for front & rear & its great motion detection. But I also want great cloud, I like that Viofo has emergency lock also. I thought I was going to settle on Viofo, but now I am really considering Vueroid but I really want the super night mode. I dont know what to do, Sigh lol
Yes not 1 has all of them. Thats why i say figure out whats best for your lifestyle and then buy a battery pack if needed.
Thinkware u3000-How does the cloud system work? Is a SIM card required?
Best 4K Cloud Dash Cam Thinkware U3000 vs Blackvue DR970X Plus LTE?
th-cam.com/video/E5XN-2bm9Eo/w-d-xo.html yes a hotspot is required on a seperate device
I love my U3000, best dashcam for heat. I drive to Texas and no problems in 100 degree weather. My BlackVue Dr900x plus would always get too hot, and go low power.
@@Bearsfan920 U3000 did very well in our heat test
What are your thoughts about dronemobile xc dash cam? Since I already have the security system for my vehicles?
Not sure. We had a conversation with them 3 weeks ago in Las Vegas. They have not reached out at all to talk to us anymore.
Ben, I just purchased another car and what dash cam did I buy for this car? The same one, Viofo 229 Plus. It's the best feature rich and price ratio. Thanks for your very informative videos.
Good choice!
nice video. as i said i am going to get the viofo a229 pro 3 channel if ever we get another car/family van. i like to replace my existing dashcam which is the azdome m550. but, if ever viofo upgrades their a329 and have the 3 channel, i might get that instead.
I guess we will see
@SafeDriveSolutions oh yeah, if it's okay with you, can you bring up and review you think are the best (best meaning affordable or best in video, or practicality, etc.) rear view mirror dashcam? Thanks
@@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741 I have tried forming a partnership many times with rear view mirror companies. Twice now they have said we will send you a product to review for free. Then the (If you purchase this many units we will send you one for free comes at the final stages). The channel is starting to earn some money now so we have been reinvesting in some products and tech for even better reviews. Trying to find a G sensor table for some better testing.
Can you recommend a good 360 dashcam. I'm interested in being able to cover all areas.
360 like exterior?
@@SafeDriveSolutions A dashcam that covers the front, rear and both sides.
@@adams5806 I dont think there is a great one. Best option would be to get a Thinkware U1000 plus and a multiplexer to add additional camera to it.
@SafeDriveSolutions
What about the iRoad Powerpack Pro 6 if you do not need the capacity of the Powerpack Pro 12?
I was told they no longer manufacturer it. I asked them to remove from website a while back
The HDR of the Viofo looks better at night but for the few samples I paused the video to compare pictures, the Blackvue seemed to have the clearest still pictures. Is it like that when comparing other samples where freeze frames are better?
Ultimate 4K Dash Cam Comparison 2024
th-cam.com/video/Rcb546vwvkg/w-d-xo.html
I just took some quick samples from videos. There is a lot more comparison in this video with Blackvue.
Do you have any opinions on the Cooau D30S or any other dual camera Cooau brand dash cameras? I have had one for years and it is generally a good camera, albeit a bit quirky (often asking whether I want to reformat the SD card on engine ignition).
never heard of that brand.
@ There are a lot of brands out there. Cooau is sold on Amazon.
@@hwyfan what country?
@@SafeDriveSolutions it is sold on Amazon in the United States
Cooau D30S 4k Dashcam with gps wi-fi, dual front and inside 2.5k 1080p.
Your videos are great! I have a Vantrue N5, but I’m thinking of switching to the Viofo A139 Pro or the A229 Pro. I need 3 channels, and I’ll decide between the two based on space. I saw a video where someone with the A139 mentioned a software update to set the voice command language to Italian. Do you know if this is also possible with the A229? Thank you!
A229 Pro newest firmware update has Italiano.
I had the original A139 for two years and the A139 pro for one, both have failed on me. Thinking about getting a truck DVR instead of another Viofo.
@@SafeDriveSolutions Both menu and voice commands? I mean when the dashcam speaks and says "starting recording," etc. Is Italian also available on the A139? Thanks!!
What happened to them?
what happened to them?
Much respect for your "unsponsored", honest reviews. I am looking to purchase for my son's (Xmas gift). Impressed with the Viofo A229 Pro 4K. However, I've come across the brand Wolfbox. The latest model X5 4K appears good. What, if anything do you know of this product? With your knowledge on this subject, is this something you could/would, OR would not recommend. ☮
The Wolfbox X5 looks cool. We seen it at SEMA. I do feel that Wolfbox and a few others are still trying to catch up to VIofo on settings, video quality, and features. But Wolfbox and Red Tiger (same company) are moving in the right direction.
Hi Ben, The video is great, Ben. I am writing to you from New Zealand. I have been looking for a rear dashcam for my Rav4. The dealer fitted the Toyota dashcam for the front. But it does not come with a rear camera. So, I am not in for an expensive solution and easy to install(I am not a car person, and don't have idea about the wiring), but looking for a camera with Parking mode, and I was thinking of adding it to the BlackVue B-112 battery pack. I was looking at the Garmin Mini 2/3 as an option. So, when the car is turned off, the batter would power the camera, but the battery isn't large enough to camera for 10-12 hours of parking, and I don't need soo much of recording for the night. So, if I switch to parking more, ideally it should last the night. So, over here I wanted to know if I need the parking mode module separately if I am hooking to an external battery? I am guessing not? Also I don't want to pay for any paid subscription. Do you suggest some 1 channel cheap alter where it has a good parking mode, and the camera isn't big, and can be installed via a cigarette power adaptor?
Yes parking mode cable is required for parking mode to work even when hooking up to battery pack. If you use a cigarette lighter you will not have parking mode at all.
@@SafeDriveSolutions ok..thanks for that. So how do I connect the hard wire parts to my external battery? The battery has 2 usb ports, 1 port for DC in, 1 port for dashcam.
@@avghosh yeah that unit is totally different. It is more supportive of older blackvue units that would go into parking mode on its own without a parking mode cable. I am not 100% familiar with Garmin so not sure how it functions with a cigarette lighter plugin or usb direct in. I do know when we install garmin for clients we only do it with a 3 wire parking mode cable. You may have to find out if the garmin goes into parking mode when it senses no movement like older blackvue dash cameras did
@SafeDriveSolutions Thanks a lot for your help.
@@SafeDriveSolutionscan you please suggest me the older model of blackvue dashcam, that can do parking mode on it's own?
Hi, I installed the A229 Pro 3CH updated to the latest firmware, but in parking mode, I don’t have the "Auto Event Detection" option, only the various Timelapse and Low Bitrate Recording options. Do you know why?
Thanks
Are you going through app or screen?
@@SafeDriveSolutions app
@@SafeDriveSolutions app
@SafeDriveSolutions app
@@SafeDriveSolutions Through the app, are you saying that the dashcam has a voice feature? Why are the menus different?
How come no one really does blackvue box series review videos?
In all honesty i have only installed 2 of those units in a year. Never put one in my own vehicle either. Maybe if Blackvue sent us one and I could use it for a few months In would review it.
@@SafeDriveSolutions Is it outside budget to buy one? I'm sure the views would make up for it.
@@dogie61 We dont make that kind of money off of TH-cam yet. We are currently trying to find a G-Sensor tester.
Please recommend best dash cam for Toyata Venza 2023 front and rear which is useful in case of accident for insurance. I am open to spend. I am stuck between all the choice you have given. I’m in Canada.
If you are focused on driving and not parking mode. Viofo has best video quality