70mai 4K A810 Lite
A compact front and rear system with a 4K front camera and a 1080p rear camera.
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Our verdict: The best dash cam in 2026 is the 70mai 4K A810 Lite. It tops our ranking with 8.4 out of 10.
Our dash cam picks
Just one pick here: nothing cheaper than the No. 1 is a better buy and no dearer model makes the top half.
All 10 dash cams, compared
We compared 24 dash cams sold in the UK and ranked ten by owner ratings. They include front-only units, front and rear 4K systems and three-channel setups, from a budget price to a premium one. Every product links to its full review below.
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70mai 4K A810 LiteBest Choice
8.4 out of 10
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Nextbase 322GW
8.2 out of 10
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Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2
7.8 out of 10
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70mai 4K T800E
7.5 out of 10
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Nextbase 622GW
7.2 out of 10
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Garmin Dash Cam Tandem
6.8 out of 10
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REDTIGER F7N
6.7 out of 10
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Viofo A229 Pro 2CH
6.0 out of 10
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Viofo A119 Mini 2
6.0 out of 10
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Nextbase iQ
5.7 out of 10
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Why No. 1 beats No. 2
The 70mai 4K A810 Lite (8.4) beats the Nextbase 322GW (8.2) because it is a much newer design. No. 2 leaves owners a little happier, but not by enough to close the gap.
The full dash cam reviews
1.70mai 4K A810 Lite
A compact front and rear system with a 4K front camera and a 1080p rear camera. It adds GPS, 5GHz Wi-Fi and 24-hour parking mode at a budget price.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are2nd of 10
- How many rated it2nd of 10
- How new it is1st of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 4K front camera with a 1080p rear camera in one kit
- Built-in GPS and 5GHz Wi-Fi 6 for quick clip downloads
- 24-hour parking mode with the matching hardwire kit
- Small body that sits tidily behind the mirror
Keep in mind
- Rear camera records at a lower resolution than the front
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit, sold separately
- Less established UK support than Nextbase or Garmin
2.Nextbase 322GW
A long-running Nextbase model that records 1080p with GPS and Wi-Fi, and is simple to fit and use.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are1st of 10
- How many rated it1st of 10
- How new it is10th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 1080p recording with built-in GPS and Wi-Fi clip transfer
- Nextbase app for downloading and sharing footage
- A UK brand with local support and an easy click-in mount
- Emergency SOS and a 140-degree lens
Keep in mind
- 1080p is less reliable for number plates at night than the 4K models
- Front only in the box, so a rear or cabin camera is a separate add-on
- Small screen is basic and the menus feel dated
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit bought separately
3.Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2
A key-fob-sized 1080p camera that hides behind the mirror and records without fuss. Voice control and a reliable app make it a good fit-and-forget pick.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are3rd of 10
- How many rated it3rd of 10
- How new it is7th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- Tiny body that is almost invisible from outside the car
- Voice commands such as saving a clip hands-free
- Garmin Drive app handles viewing and downloading clips
- Small, simple unit with no screen to manage
Keep in mind
- No GPS, so clips show date and time but not speed or location
- No screen, so you check footage on your phone
- Parking features need the constant power cable, sold separately
- 1080p only, so plate detail at night is limited
4.70mai 4K T800E
A three-channel system that records the road ahead, the cabin and the rear window. It suits taxi and private hire drivers, or anyone who wants the inside of the car covered.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are4th of 10
- How many rated it6th of 10
- How new it is2nd of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- Front, cabin and rear cameras in one kit
- 4K front camera with a built-in screen for checking clips
- Time-lapse recording on the rear and cabin cameras
- Voice control for common commands
Keep in mind
- Three cameras mean more cable routing, so fitting takes time
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit, sold separately
- Less established UK support than Nextbase or Garmin
- Rear and cabin cameras record at lower resolution than the front
5.Nextbase 622GW
A 4K front camera with a touchscreen, built-in GPS and Alexa support, in a unit that is easy to fit and use. It suits drivers who want strong footage without a rear camera or a subscription.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are5th of 10
- How many rated it4th of 10
- How new it is9th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 4K front video with a clear touchscreen for checking clips on the spot
- Built-in GPS stamps speed and location on footage
- Alexa voice control and a Nextbase app for downloading clips over Wi-Fi
- Magnetic mount with a power cable that clips in and out quickly
Keep in mind
- Front only, so a rear camera is a separate purchase
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit, sold separately
- The battery is small and the unit can run warm in a hot car
- The memory card is often not included
6.Garmin Dash Cam Tandem
Two lenses in one body: a front camera and a cabin camera with infrared night vision. It suits drivers who want the inside of the car recorded without a separate rear unit.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are6th of 10
- How many rated it5th of 10
- How new it is8th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- Front and cabin lenses in a single unit
- Infrared night vision inside the car
- Voice control and Garmin Drive app
- Built-in GPS
Keep in mind
- The cabin lens records at 720p, lower than the 1440p front lens
- Does not cover the rear of the car
- Parking features need a constant power cable
7.REDTIGER F7N
A budget front and rear 4K system with a STARVIS sensor and a 3-inch screen. It adds a rear camera to a 4K front unit at a modest price.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are7th of 10
- How many rated it7th of 10
- How new it is2nd of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 4K front and 1080p rear coverage
- 3-inch screen for playback
- Wi-Fi app control
- Front and rear 4K at a lower price than premium dual-camera systems
Keep in mind
- Rear camera is lower resolution
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit
- Support is less established than UK brands
8.Viofo A229 Pro 2CH
A front and rear system with a 4K front camera and a 2K rear camera, both on Sony STARVIS 2 sensors. It suits drivers who put night footage first and don't mind a high price.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are8th of 10
- How many rated it9th of 10
- How new it is4th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 4K front and 2K rear, both with Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and HDR
- Built-in GPS, voice control and 5GHz Wi-Fi
- Supercapacitor power copes with hot and cold weather
- Buffered parking mode and time-lapse options
Keep in mind
- Parking mode needs the optional hardwire kit
- Fitting the rear camera takes cable routing, so many pay for installation
- The screen is small for reviewing clips, so most owners use the app
- Dearer than most front and rear options
9.Viofo A119 Mini 2
A small 1440p camera at 60fps with a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor, GPS and 5GHz Wi-Fi. It gives enthusiast-grade night footage at a modest price.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are9th of 10
- How many rated it8th of 10
- How new it is4th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 1440p at 60fps with a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor and HDR
- GPS via the included mount and fast 5GHz Wi-Fi for downloads
- Supercapacitor rather than a battery, for heat and cold tolerance
- Voice control and a small 1.5-inch screen
Keep in mind
- Parking mode needs the optional hardwire kit
- The Viofo app is functional rather than polished
- The screen is tiny for reviewing clips
- Front only, with no rear camera
10.Nextbase iQ
A connected 4K dash cam with a built-in cabin camera, emergency SOS and optional 4G features for live alerts. It suits drivers who want parking protection and remote access from a known UK brand.
What makes up the score
- How happy owners are10th of 10
- How many rated it10th of 10
- How new it is6th of 10
Each bar shows its place in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.
Why it's here
- 4K front camera with a cabin-facing camera in the same body
- Smart parking features that alert your phone to an impact
- Emergency SOS and the option to add a rear window camera
- Recommended by several UK review sites
Keep in mind
- One of the dearest options here
- Connected features need a data plan or subscription
- The rear window camera is a separate purchase
- Larger body than the compact mirror-hugging units
Before you buy a dash cam
Do I need a front and rear dash cam?
A front camera records most incidents, but a rear camera catches shunts from behind and some crash-for-cash scams. Front-only units such as the Nextbase 322GW or Garmin Mini 2 are simpler to fit. Front and rear systems such as the Viofo A229 Pro 2CH need cable routing to the back window. A cabin camera, as on the 70mai T800E or Garmin Tandem, suits taxi and private hire drivers.
Is 1440p or 4K worth it for reading number plates?
Higher resolution helps most when a car is moving or at a distance. 1080p reads plates at close range in daylight, while 1440p and 4K give more room to zoom in. Night performance depends as much on the sensor as the resolution, so look for a Sony STARVIS or STARVIS 2 sensor and good HDR or WDR. A sharp 1440p camera on a good sensor can beat a poor 4K one.
Do dash cams need a hardwire kit for parking mode?
Yes, for anything beyond a few minutes. A 12V socket often switches off with the ignition, so parking mode needs a hardwire kit that takes power from the fuse box. Good kits have a low-voltage cut-off that stops recording before the car battery is drained too far. Supercapacitor cameras such as the Viofo models cope better with heat while parked than battery-based ones.
What size and type of memory card does a dash cam need?
Most take a microSD card, usually from 32GB up to 512GB depending on the model. Choose a high-endurance card made for constant rewriting, with a U3 rating for 4K, as ordinary cards wear out. Loop recording overwrites the oldest clips automatically, and the G-sensor locks clips from an impact so they are not overwritten. Check the card every month or so, and format it in the camera now and then.
Will a dash cam lower my car insurance?
Not reliably. Some insurers offer a small discount, but many do not, so ask yours before you buy and tell them you have one. Insurers generally accept footage as evidence and it can speed up a claim by showing who was at fault. GPS stamping on a clip helps prove speed and location.
Is it legal to use a dash cam in the UK?
Yes. Mount it so it does not block your view of the road, usually behind the rear-view mirror or low at the edge of the windscreen. Footage can be handed to the police or your insurer, and many police forces accept online submissions. Recording for personal use is fine, but sharing clips of identifiable people online can raise privacy issues. We compared 24 models and ranked these ten from owner ratings.
How we ranked these ten dash cams
Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. Too few review sites cover dash cams for their verdicts to lead, so this ranking is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 24 models for this guide before settling on these ten.
Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in October 2026.
How we rank, in fullOur No. 1 dash cam
70mai 4K A810 Lite
A compact front and rear system with a 4K front camera and a 1080p rear camera. 8.4 out of 10.