
VIOFO
A229 Pro Series
Top-tier video, reliable evidence, but app struggles.
Running these analyses costs money. Buy through my links to help keep lights on! I may get a small commission.
Mine is not in that budget range but I've had the same Viofo dashcam (A119 Pro Duo) for almost 5 years now and it's been great! The A119 mini is only $85 but if $115 isn't too much I would get the A119 V3 because that one comes with a rear camera too. Mine had no problem handling 10°F or 115°F (outside temp) and it was so securely attached that I thought I was going to break my windshield trying to move it to my new car a few years ago. I don't expect it to last a lifetime but if it dies tomorrow I would buy another Viofo. I have no idea how their app is for video viewing/transfer though, I just pull the SD card if I need to save a video.
I bought the VIOFO A119 PRO 2K in 2018 - still going strong.
Been using my VIOFO A119 PRO 2K since mid 2018 with no issues. I did replace the micro SD card with one more rated for the task after a couple of years though.
I’ve had my a119 Pro since 2018 in 3 different vehicles. It’s in a F-150 now. Hardwired into the fuse box with an adapter. The wire is tucked behind the A pillar and the headliner molding. The camera is mounted on the window on the right side of the mirror. I wouldn’t mind upgrading, but the only thing that my viofo doesn’t have is a reverse camera. Otherwise it’s still working fine.
1. I got a DDDPAI Z60 pro on my BYD but regret it because 4K is overkill for a dashcam and the software features are just not that well designed. The 1440p Viofo I have on my Civic is way better in terms of usability and features. Both use a Sony starvis sensor so excellent low light quality. 2.Heather Dashcam and Car accessories (Facebook) - I think they have a shop in Marikina but they did a homeservice install for mine. What's cool about them is that they accept installation of dashcams even if you bought it from somewhere else like shopee. Their technician knew his stuff, I asked him a bunch of questions (since I have experience installing dashcams myself). Paid only ₱900 for a hardwire installation via OBD kit, and gave the guy a tip because I could tell he's an expert and did everything with care exactly the way I would install my own dashcam.
In a miata, you could be probably get away with the “uber” Viofo camera that aims straight back from the main unit (in lieu of a rear camera). But that’s if you don’t tuck it behind the mirror, which we usually try to do in most of our installations.
Viofo a229 plus if you live in a really hot area, Pro if you don’t need “ extra heat protection “ , they’re on SALE rn They have front and back cam, parking mode is iffy from heat I hear depending on how u have it set I’ve had mine for a year almost and I’ve had no issues, i love it and have caught crazy moments
I believe not, a lot of people complain about buffering issues and getting 4k due in summertime especially in hotter areas! But there’s an extra heat protector on the plus

VIOFO
A229 Pro Series
Top-tier video, reliable evidence, but app struggles.

VIOFO
A229 Plus Series
Dual-cam coverage, great video, but app still problematic.

FITCAMX
Integrated / Universal Series
OEM fit is great, but night video/recording unreliable.

VIOFO
A119 Mini 2
Compact, budget-friendly Starvis 2 clarity; app issues.

ROVE
R2-4K Series
Affordable, easy; 4K claims debated, SD card picky.

Ranked #1
VIOFO - A229 Pro Series

Ranked #1
FITCAMX - Integrated / Universal Series

Ranked #1
VIOFO - A229 Plus Series

Ranked #1
VIOFO - A229 Pro Series

Ranked #1
Vantrue - N4 Series