Thinkware U1000 Review: Best Premium 4K Dashcam
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ก.ค. 2024
- In-depth review of the Thinkware U1000 premium 4K dashcam.
Purchase the U1000 (front only): geni.us/ThinkwareU1000-1CH
Purchase the U1000 (front & rear): geni.us/ThinkwareU1000-2CH
Purchase the radar module: geni.us/U1000Radar
Recommended memory card (Amazon): geni.us/maYph
My recommended U1000 setup:
Thinkware U1000 (front and rear): geni.us/ThinkwareU1000-2CH
Radar module: geni.us/U1000Radar
Memory card (Amazon): geni.us/wG7tzbL (Yes it supports 256 GB cards just fine, despite Thinkware saying the official max is 128 GB.)
Battery pack: geni.us/CellinkNeoThinkware
Power options:
Hardwire cable for car battery (Amazon): geni.us/ThinkwareHardwire
Thinkware BAB-50 battery (smallest): geni.us/BBMC-TW-BAB50
Cellink Neo (popular): geni.us/CellinkNeo
Cellink Neo expansion: geni.us/CellinkNeoExpansion
BlackboxMyCar BI-750 (biggest): geni.us/BBMC-BI750
BlackboxMyCar BE-750 expansion: geni.us/BBMC-BE750
Update: BI-750 is being discontinued.
Mentioned videos:
Video quality comparison test: • 4K Dashcam Shootout: B...
How to install in-car WiFi: • How to Install WiFi in...
0:00 Intro
1:33 Design
3:23 Daytime Video Quality
5:30 Night Time Recording
6:43 Reliability
7:29 Parking Recording
8:13 Motion Detection & Buffered Impact Detection
10:45 Parking Mode Record Times
11:27 Timelapse Parking Mode
11:47 Energy Saving Mode
13:04 Radar Module
15:43 Parking Mode with Car Battery
17:14 Parking Mode with Dedicated Battery
18:51 Memory Card File Structure
19:44 ADAS
21:13 Thinkware App
21:48 Cloud Functionality
28:45 Conclusion
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In depth, clearly explained, and highly informative. Thank you for such a helpful review!
I wish every tech review online would be as detailed and well explained as this one.
A lot of 4K reviews are still published in 1080p and just show a few seconds of captured footage. At least I get the feeling that I understand and know what I'm getting into should I buy one. It's really honest, even though it may be "the best" dash cam you stay real and discuss all the things that are not so great about this model too.
Well done, you should have a lot more subs, esp. when I see those other worthless channels with half a million subs or more🤔
Best review I've found. Everyone else just talks about the video quality and the most basic stuff. This was so in depth. Well done!
What an amazing review! The most detailed product review I have ever watched!
U1000s have a real problem with android right now
@@rabfallon4507 hehehe L
Fantastic, real world review. Thank you!
Your dedication is amazing. Keep up the good work.
You nail on almost every aspect on my experience with this Dashcam. The sensitivity on the sensor can be lowered to eliminate some of the false detections. Everything else on this video is on point and my exact experience.
Vortex, great presentation. I don't know how you are able to articulate all this technical information so well. Totally impressed.
Hello I watch your review about the u1000 from thinkware my question is. Is a good dash cam to install in an 18 wheeler specifically a Volvo. Thank you for your time
Wow! Thank you! This is the best review I've ever watched. Very informative.
This guy has a way of explaining anything in a way you can understand! I wish people were all that good.
I'm studying to be QA tester and your videos doesn't just teach me about dash cams but how to be a tester in general and learn product in real depth and how it might relate and differ from others products, wonderful videos honestly!
That’s a cool perspective! Thanks for sharing! :)
Check out Project Farm for QA testing too
Just got this dashcam mainly to protect my brand new car it’s a bit pricey but I’m sure it’ll be worth it especially when it’s park and I’m away to the car. Thanks for an amazing in-depth review!
Thank you for all of your great videos!
Thank you for the information! It is going to help me in the long run with my current vehicle.
By far the best review of this thank you so much!
I've been looking at dashcam videos and hoping someone would to do a clear and comprehensive review of dashcams and their features. This review is the best. It's even better than the videos done online by Thinkware. Made my decision to buy the U1000 because of this video.
How is the u1000 so far
Wow!!! That is probably the best dashcam I’ve seen. Great review sir👍
Thank you! It was a lot of work. :) Glad you enjoyed it!
liked, subscribed, and notifications are turned on. Mad respect for the non sponsored ad free video.
Welcome aboard!
Excellent review, as always. Little too pricey for my old Jeep, but if I buy a new Bronco, I will look into this again.
Good Review very detailed plus the time stamps helps alot!
Great video - no mention of the ODBII power option for parking mode power. Working great for me and much easier than hardwiring.
It definitely has amazing features and quality but it is so huge and has more wires sticking out of it then when I last had my EKG. It's time for them to figure out how to downsize this wonderful dash cam
Another option I found I to power the device is the ODB2 connector. Amazon sells it, around 45$. Great video by the way!
Great video! In the market for my first dash cam, and conflicted between this model and the BlackVue 900X Plus. Leaning this way; would love additional content on the two.
Hello. Did you find what is the best for you ?. Im getting my first dash cam and dont know what to pick.
@@lami.77 yes, I’m going Blackvue because of the cloud features and the ability to add on LTE
Great review! Greetings from Italy!
That's a great review. Liked and subbed. Thanks!
I mounted my Q800 Pro almost two years ago on the top right side of my windshield, in front of the passenger. I always wondered why it couldn't read plates of vehicles that were in front of me when I reviewed footage as good as it could read plates towards the right lol. Definitely going to mount it in the middle next time (can't do that because my hardwire cable is stretched to the max).
Great content! Love your work. 👍
thank you for your knowledge its a lot of useful information i am a little concered learning how to operate this camera i did decide to order thinkwear battery pack thank you
Great job and video like always
Wow talk about in-depth, what a great review! I have a new Audi Q8 being delivered shortly and was going to have a UTR fitted. I think I'm going for the U1000 with radar sensor instead now.
Oh yeah, the Audi UTR isn’t all that great. The U1000 is way better.
This was an excellent review.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. 👍
Hi, great review ! Question: when you press the emergency button, is the camera lock the video from the push of the button or sometimes before and after ?
I got a Blackvue DR900S-2CH and want to change it because I am a bit disapointed with some behaviours. With the Blackvue for example, most of the times it locks a record too late...
Second question: is the video download to phone process fast ? On my Blackvue it takes ages to download just one video file...
Thanks again!
Great detailed knowledgeable vid as usual!
Just ordered the U1000 from bbmc yesterday..a day too early?!?.. I mean I’m super stoked about the 4K and parking modes and quality.. but really thought .. just learned from your post.. that footage stays inside the cam?!? Oh no
I really though it would be safely stored in the cloud in case.. bummer
Now I’m second guessing if I should go with the Blackvue!!
Oh well
It’s my first cam
I have a BMW and heard hard wire connecting it to the batt might freak the system out
So external battery is next on the list and maybe the radar add on
Thanks you again about the detail and thoughtfulness of your posts
It doesn’t go unnoticed!!
Have the best day ever!
Watched some radar detector videos.. most likely my new future hobby 😉
Congrats! Yeah if you'd like the parking mode to upload to the cloud, set the U1000 to motion detection instead of energy saving mode and it'll work. You'll need to be parked near a wifi hotspot too so it has a way to upload.
they should add certain sound for each function when starting up, and ability to disable each function individually.
Thank you so much for your great videos!
Great review man. I own this dashcam front and back. I absolutely hate the software. You nailed it.
Can you recommend a better cam?
@@CH-qf3xc I compared this one to the blackvue when I was in the market. I still have my U1000. I am into it for about 400 so I plan on keeping it a while and will just have to live with the crappy sw.
Just installed mine this weekend bought it after watching your video only issue I have is the connection to a smart phone and App software needs refining.
Never have I seen a review video where I recognized almost every location! Small world 😄 also great review!!
Another camera to consider when replacing an older one, thanks.
What's you end up picking?
Your video was influential in my decision to buy the U1000 dual channel, and I have to say I am excited based on using it for just three days. I wanted the UHD quality not just for safety but also to use as B-roll in my videos. I also wanted to be covered for any parking lot incidents, but was deflated a bit when the installer warned of limited standby duration on my Kluger/Highlander Hybrid. Reason? These hybrids have only a very small 12V batter.
Makes sense. Have you considered using a Cellink Neo dedicated battery pack instead? That would solve your problem. geni.us/CellinkNeoThinkware
@@VortexRadar I didn't really want to spend another AU$300 plus installation. I'll check how long it will run on the hybrid first. If it's a couple of hours that's good enough for the mall.
Really Awesome review video !
Question , when entering inside your car to drive off do you have to connect to your dash cam every time to open the app to view ?
Great video Vortex! Very detailed and in-depth. I bought the camera after watching your video. Question, regarding the 256gb memory card that you recommended, did you have to format it first? or is it just plug and play?
Thanks for a great video and great information 👍
Great review and comparison with the Blackvue. In the end, I bought the U1000 because software can be improved after the fact at no cost to customers (typically) but hardware cannot. Hoping that Thinkware catches up to Blackvue at some point.
Have they updated the software to help with the lag for the cloud feature @ 24:40 ?
Have they updated the software to help with the lag for the cloud feature @ 24:40 ?
Have they updated the software to help with the lag for the cloud feature @ 24:40 ?
I bought you one thousand a year ago works very well. I highly recommend it.
Glad to hear it’s served you well!
Does it have a PC based interface for the cloud features?
Could you use your influence to persuade Blendmount to offer a solution for this camera? Maybe a universal solution with a simple plate to attached this camera or other adhesives based windshield mount devices would be more likely, considering it could apply to more devices/people.
You mention better reliability... could you elaborate on that in comparison to the latest Blackview cameras?
Can it be set it up to record continously, without any parking mode features or energy saving (even when the vehicle is parked for extended periods)?
Obviously video quaility is paramount when it comes to dashcams, and reliability which you mentioned but didn't elaborate on. Beyond those things, did I miss any advantages this has, in your opinion, over the latest Blackviews, which you actually use, or I would use if I want to record continously while the vehicle is parked?
TIA for any answers and the exceptional quaility of your content.
Someone finally also shows how it would look in my car. Thank you!
lol 👍👍
Your reviews are always great, Sir. What a talented reviewer! Can't wait to get Thinkware for my both cars.
Meanwhile, my major concern is the security of the dash cam itself, which brings me to my querry as to whether the Thinkware U1000 can be tracked or traced if stolen. Please is it equipped with GPS to be tracked when stolen? Thanks a lot.🎉
Thanks for the video! Do you know if the camera is small enough that it will not interfere with Subaru’s EyeSight cameras if mounted behind the rear view mirror?
Any problems hardwiring dashcams on hybrids? I'm about to buy for a Toyota Highlander Hybrid, and will now probably choose the U1000 because of its video quality.
Very well informed and structured video but one thing the gentleman failed to mention is that the U1000 has a max SD Card size limit of 128GB whereas the Blackvues are 256GB. So if you're someone that drives for hours and hours on end, this may be something to consider between the two in terms of 4K resolution and memory card limits.
The U1000 supports 256 gig cards just fine. It’s always a balance with long videos like this. You gotta cut some stuff to make it 30 min and not 1-2 hours, lol. :)
I've been wanting to see this review. Thank you. This pretty much reaffirms my choice to buy a U1000 in the future. I don't like the lack of customization for voice notifications or the whole situation with WiFi connectivity but I like the video quality, automatic parking recording and it not being from China.
I got it, but I had no plans on using the cloud. If you do, best to get one that takes a SIM card so you don’t have to do these dedicated car hotspot thing that the video mentioned. I’m sure thinkware will be coming out with one that takes a SIM card soon. Blackvue already has one.
But as I said, I had no plans to use the cloud when I purchased. I got the radar module and the dedicated dashcam battery from bbmc because I wanted that long period of time of up to a week to record and also have that time before the impact recorded as well.
This is the best review covering the radar module that I’ve seen so far. It be nice to see him make that dedicated video about the radar module. That be awesome.
Better get a working dash cam from china !!! How you watch the recording, when you dash cam never connects to your phone ??? Think about it. Or after it finaly connects, and you need to go to the gym first to beat the shit out of something, before you get down again and remember what recording you are looking for.
As long the u1000 has these connection problems, its not worth to buy it !!! That's a Fakt !
Like your channel, very well done!
Good review. I hope you got that guy who's banging on your windshield
Is there a way to turn off all ADAS warnings except for the Forward traffic takeoff warning?
That one seems really convenient for me, i can easily be distracted at a traffic light sometimes.
Excellent review
Considering the add on battery (would like to wait and see how parking mode works without). If I add the radar module, how many days would parking mode last?
Most underrated reviewer. He is Worth a million sub
haha thank you! I try and pack a ton of useful info, testing, and analysis into each review. Each video is a project unto itself. :)
@@VortexRadar Appreciate the efforts you put in. Lot of Details & good work
Superior review, well done.
is there a simple camera that I can use as a "back up camera" just runs off a battery or cig 12 volt and connects to my Iphone for me to check while I am backing into a tight parking spot. Nothing fancy - just looking for a bluetooth camera that would work with the Iphone 12. let me know if you know of options this way.
Awesome review
Do you know if any of the cons you mentioned, have been updated by Thinkware since you made this video ??
really blown away by the quality and detailedness of the review, would subscribe instantly but since being in Europe the main focus of the channel (radar detectors) is not applicable to me
This is the best, most thorough product review I’ve seen and all of the details I was expecting to watch hours of TH-cam videos for were all in your one video. One question though, in your recommendation in the comments, you link to a 256 GB memory card but the manual on page 60 shows the supported memory cards only go up as high as 128 GB. Does it work with a 256? My last dashcam (Garmin) would really freak out if you tried to use a larger than supported memory card especially after it filled and started overwriting. It would take usually forever to start recording, sometimes reboot out of the blue and sometimes fail to record.
Thanks! Yeah lots of dashcams list 128 as the max, but 256’s still work great. :) Sometimes it’s a result of new firmware that comes out after the manual was written, other times it works regardless. 👍
@@VortexRadar thanks for the quick reply. I’m having my 2ch U1000 installed next Sunday. I just cancelled my 128GB memory card order and replaced it with a 256GB card. Thanks for such a high quality review and a quick response to my comment!!
@@delsk Did the 256GB memory card work out OK in your U1000?
@@bobbybarnes1652 Yes! Use it every day. I use a SandDisk Extreme PLUS
Fantastic video! Answered every single question I had, and more. Really easy face to watch, and pleasant voice. Really helps. What I'm wondering is, do Thinkware ever do firmware updates, or is it as is? There's a few of the live view features that the Blackvue has that I'd be after, that are what I'm looking for, essentially, but this has some seriously good features. All in all though, I'm still torn between both.
Thank you! Yeah Thinkware has released multiple firmware updates for the U1000. :)
@@VortexRadar thanks for your reply. The big question is though, Blackvue DR900x Plus or the U1000?
Lots of good information…thanks.
Excellent review of the U1000, you covered everything 👍🏼.. the u1000 would be just perfect if only they allowed us to use cloud features together with the radar module running. I really wish I could use the two together!!! That's one thing that sucks 👎👎. As I speak my DashCam is set to energy-saving mode... I really wish I could see the camera view remotely from my couch right now also 😔
So I bought a new Dodge Ram and park it in my driveway mostly. I am most interested in recording while driving and front motion view as there are some hoodlums in the neighborhood (I back into my driveway). I am only interested in hardwiring it also. I do not drive my truck daily and am a little concerned about the drain on the battery. Due to cost a dedicated battery is not an option right now. I see it has a battery protection mode but wondering if you think this is a good option for what I am looking for. Also as a side note, nice to see a video from a fellow Washingtonian.
I love all this Tech.
Can you make a dash cam comparison with a TeslaCam sentry mode? I wish they make it straight from the factory. like Tesla.
great review. I'm considering this one to replace my existing one mostly for the picture quality and the rear view option. Question, is there a way to temporarily disable/turn off the alerts/notifications? Specifically maybe something for car servicing. thanks
Yeah you can turn alerts on and off as needed.
Any ideas for a hotspot to run from my external battery packs? I have a mifi device but if it dies I need to manually power it up.
The best review ever
EXCELLENT REVIEW IS THE U1000 BETTER THAN BLACKVUE'S LATEST MODEL?
Great review. Any recommendation on having a set up with a inside view or an adjustable one? think of traffic stops
2nd channel rear camera pointing inside the cabin
Can I use my 12 volt lithium batteries in my camper van that is separate from the van's starter battery to power the U1000 for the constant power and just install a fuse tap to the van's fuse panel to connect the accessory wire (power only when the ignition is on)? Also do you have a location suggestion on mounting the rear camera on the ford transit's rear doors ie which door and height ( I have the tallest roof)
I literally just bought this but Im having buyer remorse as Thinkware has a newer camera. soo my question is how is this compared to the Thinkware T700 LTE camera?
Ok, so I was also looking at the VIOFO A139 triple cam. If I purchase a second rear from THINKWARE, install it in the front and run a second line connected maybe using a split cable. Could that be used like that if I found some type of toggle switch to go from rear to 3rd camera?
I like the THINKWARE and will probably get it but I'm exploring option of using a 3rd camera for the cab. Thanks!
You can't plug one brand of dashcam into another if that's what you're asking.
Hey Vortex
I have mine hardwired but those incidents seem not going into those incidents folders
I have NONE for the last 3 weeks and think it’s strange
Maybe a false setting?
Help
Please recommend which camera would be the best for license plate clarity at night
I'm wanting to buy front and rear, I like the idea of red light camera alerts etc, but now I'm confused, as I like this and blackvue, which one is better??
Does it have a usb power source or only cigarette lighting connect?
Awesome detail review, Thank your effort! 🙏
Hi again. I would like to ask : the car tag numbers here on the video are clear , but in fact nothing is visible. Why is that ?
Ok you sold me on U 1000 just ordered it W/Radar. How much data roughly do you think this unit would use daily,Weekly,Monthly ? You have awesome Videos very helpful!
Man🤯🤯🤯. I've bought a Kia Ev6 and want to put in a dash cam, front and rear with parking. Torn between the blackvue and u1000. Sounds like the u1000 connectivity and app functionality would drive you insane🥺
Вопрос: Если видеорегистратор при подключении задней камеры, записывает видео рывками, на оригинальную карту памяти U3, это брак видеорегистратора? Или нужно покупать более быструю память U3 A2 V30 (60, 90)? Рывки при записи только когда подключена задняя камера. При записи только на переднюю камеру, всё идеально. Техническая поддержка Thinkware на запросы молчит.
Great detailed Review. would you please compare with Q1000 if possible, and compare the Parking features. Also, I have F770 2 channel unit. Can I pair the rear F770 with U1000 front unit? Is the U1000 Rear Camera superior to F770 Rear Camera? whoever solves my issues gets my business through their site.
Will there be a comparison between this and the Viofo A139 Pro? Seeming to both be good, but I want to learn more
Hello. Can you use say a battery pack and a wifi hotspot for cloud functionality and parking mode? So to bypass wiring the dash cam to your car battery. Or does it need to be plugged into your car battery? Great in depth video by the way!
For sure, either method works. For a dedicated battery pack, the Cellink Neo is the best option. geni.us/CellinkNeoThinkware
Great review. I’ve ordered the radar module and looking to get a battery pack. The only thing the U1000 is giving me headaches is anything cloud related - I can’t get it to connect to the cloud 😵💫 I hoped to get some tips here but seems you had similar challenges
Same here. Switching from WiFi to hotspot and can’t get any connection. Just keeps throwing network error messages. Otherwise it was super easy to install and can’t wait to try it out!
Such a shame that such an expensive product has such a terrible app
What dash cam can you recommend if I need a good parking mode? I need a good cam to help capture videos while my mountain bike is behind the car attached through a bike rack.
the u1000 is really awesome but it records at a smaller bit rate so the resolution is really high and with a smaller file size but the dynamic range of colors wont be as detailed as some of the other cameras like the Viofo 129 series. It's awesome and has a ton more features than the rest of them.
Does the q800 pro wires work for the front and back? It I wanted to upgrade?
Now ‘m down to 2 dash cams, the Thinkware U1000 and the Blackview DR750 2Ch LTE. By the time my new Boxster arrive 11/5/21 perhaps there will be upgrades.
9:38 Thanks for bringing this up. I don't think I can tolerate this on a daily basis LOL. Hopefully Thinkware can improve on this.
At 3:58 you have zoomed in blocks showing the clear view of licenses plates. How did you do this? What editing software do you use for these effects?
I do that manually in FinalCut Pro, my video editor.
I’m having an issue with the app. When I connect to the dash-cam via my iPhone I see all the continuous recordings. I click on one of the recordings and works fine. When I click on another video clip it doesn’t play. I have to disconnect and start all over again to watch another clip. Any suggestions? Thanks
Question to ANYONE with dashcam experience!
Do you guys think a cellphones Vibration alert would be strong enough to trigger an impact detection when in Parking mode?
I've been thinking of a way to tie My car alarm and it's sensors into a Thinkware dashcam to record when the alarm/sensors are triggered. I can achieve this by pulsing on a 3v Vibration motor and have the motor adhered to the dashcam's casing (velcro/3m tape/etc).
I am getting a lot of false positives with my U1000 (moving tree branches sets off motion detection, and closing passenger doors sets off impact detection). How should I tune the sensitivity settings? Would the addition of the radar module help with that? Will the radar module interfere with radar detectors such as the Escort Redline 360C? Specifically, the one installed in my own vehicle, not of those in cars driving by (you already covered that).
You’ll need to play with the settings to tune it to what you want. False motion detection recordings are going to happen regardless.
Your radar module shuts off when driving so you can run it alongside a RD no problem.
18:05 I have a BI-750 and BE-750. They work well on their own. I added a second and third BE-750 a couple of months ago for extra capacity, and have had significant problems getting their app to recognize that there is more than one extended battery present. BBMC is still working with me to try and figure this out. I'd be interested to hear if there are known issues with that type of setup.
Thanks for the feedback! I hadn't heard that before. It works fine with my single BE-750. I'm surprised to hear you're having issues with multiple batteries. Does it at least power for 3x as long even if the app doesn't show things properly?
When I hooked up a second BE-750, the runtime stayed at ~30 hours which is about what I’d get with one BE-750. I suddenly started getting runtimes in the mid-40s a few weeks ago (not sure why it suddenly decided to work). I connected the third BE-750 yesterday, and so far, given what the battery drain is over time it’s still looking like mid-40s. The app also reports a total capacity of 12000 mAh with either two or three BE-750s connected, which is odd as it should be 7500 * number of batteries connected.
@@royquitter I got 15,000 mA when I hooked up my 1st BE750. Double of what I got with the BI-750. It’s weird I haven’t been able to fully charge it lately. The app does not recognize the BE-750.
@@benefactionhindrance I also got 15000 mAh with just one BE-750. It seems to be able to handle one, but it gets really buggy with more than one.