A truck dash cam can be considered a must-have device for any trucker. Not only does it make driving something so big easier, but it also adds a layer of safety for the drivers while they are on the road. Some of the best dash cameras for truckers are listed below. These products share many similar features but also have a few differences that make them stand out. When making your pick, the guide at the end of the article can give you some other tips to buying the best dash cam for your truck.
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Quick Summary: Top 5 Best Dash Cam for Truckers
"Great dashcam for front and rear views. It's very easy to setup and start recording. This is great for insurance purposes when you need it."
"The real-time streaming for both Front and Rear was the winning feature. Confident Driving, no worry about accidents and scams - all on video (front and back)."
"Excellent quality! The front and back camera both have great quality and can capture number plates easily."
Product | Photo | Night Vision? | G-Sensor? | Parking Monitor? | Link |
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Best Overall | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Best Compact Design | Yes | Yes | No | ||
Best for WiFi Connectivity | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Installing these 2 cameras on your truck is a simple process. The front camera comes with a suction cup bracket that you can easily attach to the front windshield. The placement of the camera can be a bit tricky since the stem of the bracket is quite long. However, the actual camera is only 3 inches long so it does not cause any obstructions. The front camera lens is surrounded by 6 individual LED Infrared lights. The other side of the front camera shows a 3-inch LCD display where you can view the front and rear camera views.
The rear camera is a waterproof camera with a cube shape. Its small size makes it easy to hide under the rear hood of your car. The rear camera is also fitted with LED infrared lights to aid in recording under low light conditions.
This dash cam pair is also set with a G-sensor feature which automatically locks any recorded videos when a collision occurs. This prevents the overwriting of important video files. In addition to this safety feature, the dash cam also works as a parking monitor. It runs on an internal battery which can last for a while. The battery is automatically recharged by your car’s battery whenever you turn your truck on. The parking monitor is also supported by the G-sensors; when the sensors detect motion, the front and rear cameras will start recording. (1)
Overall, this front and rear dash cam pair provide a good set of essential features that provide both safety and convenience. To top it off, the camera resolution is also quite good on this device as well.
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Recorded videos are also a good quality because of the 1080P camera resolution and F1.8 aperture. The wide aperture allows the camera lens to take in a good amount of light in the day or even at night. This is also why videos and images captured at night are also quite clear with this camera. In addition, both cameras have a 170-degree wide-angle view, giving the driver a nearly 360-degree view of the truck.
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The design of the VAVA Dual dash cam is quite simple. The suction cup cone bracket is a sleek bracket system that is compact and capable of holding the camera well onto the windshield. The suction cup has an easy release feature which allows drivers to adjust its placement. The camera body can also rotate 360-degrees so you can actually adjust the view of the camera. However, keeping it faced straight on is recommended to ensure that you get a good view of both the left and right sides. The rear camera is a small circular piece that feels durable. These two cameras are built to operate at temperatures between 14-122 F.
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The 10-inch full touch screen display is the most notable feature on this device. The display provides ease of use for many users with an intuitive swipe through the method to toggle between functions. Most of the time, however, drivers don’t need to go through the device since it automatically turns on and off with the truck. When connected to the backlights, a process that is explained in the instruction manual, the dash cam automatically switches to the rear cam view when setting in reverse.
This dash cam has many of the same features that most modern dash cams are packed with. It also has G-sensors that activate in case of a collision. The G-sensors allow the camera to lock in any recorded videos during this time. Aside from all these features, the video resolution on both the front and rear camera can either be set to 1080P (Front) and 720P (Rear) or 720P (Front) and 1080P (Rear). The camera captures a lot of detail, especially with the 170-degree wide view of the front camera and the 140-degree view of the rear camera. Drivers can also adjust the level of brightness on the screen to make the videos clearer.
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Both the front and rear cameras have F1.8 aperture, 6 glass lenses, and Wide Dynamic Range Technology. The videos captured on this dash cam are high-resolution and very clear with even minute details. The light and dark balance is also nice because of the Sony IMX335 Sensors built into the device. (2)
This dash cam is able to work at temperatures of -10C up to 60C. It needs to be plugged into the car since it derives power directly from your vehicle. However, it does have an internal battery that keeps it on standby mode when you leave your car parked. During standby mode, the dash cam activates its G-sensors and automatically starts recording if something causes your car to move.
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Things To Consider Before Buying a Dash Cam for a Truck
Why Do You Need A Truck Dash Cam?
While a dash cam is definitely something that every truck driver should have in their vehicles, there are actually some key features that can distinguish a good dash cam from a low quality and unreliable product.
GPS Tracking
Truck Fit
Camera Resolution
Night Vision
Cyclic Recording
Resources
(2) Wide Dynamic Range –
Excellent list, Angela! I love that you put here the PROS and CONS for each. This will be a great start to canvas a great dash cam for truckers.