Beware of Fitcamx on my previous car; it slowly drained my battery over six months while the car was off. I have been using a [Rove R2-4k Pro](https://www.amazon.com/ROVE-R2-4K-PRO-Dashcam-Supports/dp/B0BZRKRBHP) since May in my MK 8.5, which can be hardwired into the Fuse box or connected to the 12V port, and haven't had any issues.
Same, I have a rove and it has an app, but you don't have to use it. I haven't touched the app for a long time since install. You can pull videos using WiFi in the car instead of pulling the card, but I haven't ever had a reason to.
I bought a Rove2-4k Pro and haven’t had any issues with it. Just be sure to get the high endurance SD card bc the cam might be great but the card gets fried.
If you’re swapping cars every week, you want a suction-mount cam with good Wi-Fi and a decent app. The ROVE R2-4K Pro is probably the best fit for what you want — true 4K, suction cup mount, easy phone downloads, and no permanent install needed. It’s basically made for people who move cars often.
If you want front + rear, the ROVE R2-4K Dual is also solid and still easy to move between vehicles.
Both sit comfortably in your budget, have reliable apps, and don’t require hardwiring. Stick with suction mount + cigarette lighter power and you’ll be able to swap cars in a couple of minutes without hassle.
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