VIOFO - A229 Pro 2CH
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Last updated: Dec 5, 2025 Scoring
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"It's about the same price with two cameras and all the hardware. ... Very happy with the unit."
"a229 pro is a good deal you can get on amazon as low as 240 with hardwirekit too"
"This cam is the sweet spot for quality and price IMHO."
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"I just installed my A229 2-channel cameras yesterday, I highly recommend using the ASC connector that you can buy off of Hachi Electronics. Makes it so much easier to hardwire than messing around with the fusebox."
"Very easy install too."
"install was relatively easy ... longest part was maneuvering the A pillar but once I got the wiring past the A pillar it was really easy to run straight back along the headliner."
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"If you can spend money get a Viofo and enjoy high quality videos ... So practically I have 8mp IMX678 sensor on front camera and 5mp IMX675 sensor on back camera which is all other brands put on front cameras (Rove, Xiaomi etc.) even it is Starvis 2 new sensor it ’s still a 5mp. So back camera performance on Viofo is similar to top brands new dashcams front camera ... Top of the line sensor with 8mp and Stravis IMX 678 sensor - image quality is perfect. ... because I want not just dash cam for the sake of having dash cam, but also best image quality therefore I spend more. ... For now I ’m happy with video quality"
"Best video quality I've seen and that is important. ... Many say they can read license plates and street signs however in practice only a few make that grade."
"The picture quality day or night is fantastic."
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"I have Viofo A229Pro for 2 years and a half. No issue so far."
"Yeah they are specifically better in the heat than other cameras because they use a super capacitor instead of a battery to do the final writing to the SD card when the power gets cut by your car. ... Batteries tend to have issues in extreme heat/cold"
"I live in hot humid climates and use a Viofo A229 Pro"
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"Hardwired into the fusebox, runs about 10 minutes after turning the car off ... it’s been great."
"While the camera was in parking mode, we were able to capture footage of one of my coworker's cars being stolen."
"Connects from the dadhcam’s power cable to the engine noise speaker cable and uses its power directly. ... Allows the dashcam to stay on when parked and it comes with a switch to prevent draining your battery completely. ... Super useful"
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"my Viofo stopped working right after 1 1/2 years. ... It stopped working on a really cold winter night and throughout the winter it never really worked. ... It works from time to time now but I'm looking for a replacement. ... Im on the hunt for a new one as well and hopefully it won't break down this time 😅"
"It does NOT handle the Florida heat at all. ... Constant shutdowns while driving and parked have rendered it absolutely useless. ... Viofo's solution? Kick it down to 1080 / 2k and hope works. It did not. ... The camera is seriously flawed."
"I don't trust them anymore with their built in capacitors that died."
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"Also WiFi need to be manually enabled on the dashcam to access files on the phone"
"The app is hit or miss with connectivity, you can plug in a pc direct to the camera for downloads, or just pull the card and pop it into a computer to pull files."
"What I’m not so happy is the phone app and UI as Rove app much more seamless and intuitive."
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"I have the Viofo A229 Dual dashcam installed with a hardwiring kit in my car and in retrospect I feel I should have gone for something cheaper. ... You can buy the hardwiring kit and a CPL filter (if there is one) for the 70mai A510 and still be nowhere close to the budget you'd need for the Viofo A229"
"pretty steep price"
"The hardwire kit and SD card are sold separately."
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"Having a license plate be legible is hit or miss even on the fancy ones ... rarely helps ya deal with insurance or nor will the cops chase down a hit and run in a city."
I have a Viofo A229 Pro dual, install was easy enough and video quality is great. [A229 Pro dual](https://www.viofo.com/products/viofo-a229-pro-2ch-front-and-rear-4k-2k-hdr-dual-dash-cam-with-sony-starvis-2-sensors?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20412917173&gbraid=0AAAAAoX6xZZ1-QZ_48pGUrmYdfBF1KUzq&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjeOdwc6nkAMV4UtHAR31PBVEEAAYASABEgKjLfD_BwE) https://preview.redd.it/q6q89i28sdvf1.jpeg?width=2622&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=be8550cb0edae3a8b18f5dc29954954c53c3c022 Screen capture at highway speeds
r/ram_trucks • Wondering if anyone has any Dash cam recommendations? ->Using a Viofo A229 pro for both my vehicles, 4k at front, 2k at the back. Good night footage as well. You can check with u/viofouae for inquiry.
r/DubaiPetrolHeads • Best affordable DashCam Recommendations pls ->Have the same dashcam as op, no issues with 50% tint at the back for both of my vehicles.
r/DubaiPetrolHeads • Changed dash cam from Rove R2-4K to Viofo 229 pro dual channel. Ask me Anything ->Yes I’ve had one since 2018. A VIOFO A119 V2 which I hardwired myself w/o parking mode. Last year I upgraded to a VIOFO A229 Pro 2CH which I got a shop to do. Started doing it from my interest in tech but came really handy when I got into a collision on the highway. Unfortunately this is a lesson most people learn the hard way as they don’t think they need one until it’s too late.
r/mazda3 • Do you guys have a dash cam on your Mazda 3 ? ->His plug and play wiring into the autodimming rearview mirror plug in the overhead is so clean. The two channel A229Pro is super simple to use with voice commands, too, and download videos right to your phone ( it takes a bit since it's over wifi and file size).
r/GR86 • Dash cam recs? #gr86 #dashcam ->Stupid easy install from Hachi as well for the A229Pro 2 channel: https://preview.redd.it/h3s5ge4cu2df1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7855ad65d6f774e7b21d4091b8c79038c8e0ba90
r/GR86 • Dash cam recs? #gr86 #dashcam ->Whatever you do get, look into tapping into the rearview mirror power. Eliminatees having to run a wire to a power source so far away. https://dongar.tech/products/10pin-type-b-lexus-toyota I currently run the A229 pro with wifi to phone to quick access when the car is on. No subscription is required and can handle 3 channels (front, rear, and interior).
r/WRX • Dash cam? ->It's great thus far, and I've read that it has a lot of positive reviews. It's super easy install for front an rear cameras, too.
r/WRX • Dash cam? ->They're pretty well hidden and out of the way for me. You can see the front one is hidden behind the rearview mirror and doesn't interfere with Eyesight cameras. The rear is so small it doesn't block the way either. https://preview.redd.it/c5iguy5u4qcf1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=26e545b05d271ea466f9bf7d2d2e1c8878a374d2
r/WRX • Dash cam? ->Viofo a229 pro 2 channel for mine here in WA.
r/driving • What kind of cameras are people using? ->Second vote for viofo a229. Running it on my accord and my wife's crv. I honestly have nothing to compare it to(other then a couple cheap drive cams from like 7 years ago). But it works well and I don't have any complaints.
r/Honda • Which front and rear dashcam to buy for my wife's civic 2025? ->I got the Viofo a229 pro 2 channel and really like it a lot. It's not tiny so if you want totally discreet look elsewhere. Did a bunch of research and it was between that and the "plus" model by the same company. If you are ok with big files and don't mind getting a 512GB card Id say go with the pro. 4k video is a lot cleaner.
r/Lexus • Dash Cam Recommendations ->I have the same one, I think I used the door locks (always on) and the usb fuse
r/ElantraN • Just got a 2025 Elantra N! Looking for dashcam recommendations (good video, parking mode, easy DIY install). Also, best wheel locks—OEM or aftermarket? Suggestions? ->Not sure if you made your choice yet but my Viofo stopped working right after 1 1/2 years. Customer service offered to replace if I paid shipping but I declined. It stopped working on a really cold winter night and throughout the winter it never really worked. It works from time to time now but I'm looking for a replacement.
r/Dashcam • Choosing a 3 Channel Dash Cam? ->Yup and it's a real shame because I liked it a lot, got great footage and was really reliable up until that point. Luckily I got a massive discount from black friday + using an amazon credit card sign up bonus. Im on the hunt for a new one as well and hopefully it won't break down this time 😅
r/Dashcam • Choosing a 3 Channel Dash Cam? ->VIOFO A229 Pro here! Love it, install was relatively easy, longest part was maneuvering the A pillar but once I got the wiring past the A pillar it was really easy to run straight back along the headliner.
r/KiaTelluride • Dash Cam for the 2025 Telluride SX Prestige ->This post is extremely helpful in getting a hardwire kit and dashcam setup. [https://www.reddit.com/r/KiaTelluride/comments/11v6rz0/hardwired\_dual\_channel\_dashcam\_install/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1](https://www.reddit.com/r/KiaTelluride/comments/11v6rz0/hardwired_dual_channel_dashcam_install/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1) This subreddit has some great suggestions in the sidebar, a lot of dashcams are the same and this subreddit has helped refine some of the best value for dollar with features that make a dash cam great [https://www.reddit.com/r/Dashcam/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Dashcam/) I personally went with the A229 Pro 2 Channel, install went pretty easy. Snagged a Sandisk Max Endurance card off Amazon and it's been great!f After watching the video from Linus Tech Tips on Dashcams, I realized how horrible 90% of other dash cams are. Now that being said, there are some other brands that aren't listed in the subreddit above that are decent and get the job done, but I can't speak to longevity. There is an integrated dash cam kit that fits into/replaces the mirror plastic trim. Let me know what questions you have!
r/KiaTelluride • Dashcam ->Viofo A229. Easy to install, supports front and rear cameras. 4k front and 2k rear camera sensors. Supports wireless access via phone app. You can buy a Bluetooth button to save videos or use voice controls. The only annoying thing is when doing remote access, my phone has trouble auto-switching back to the truck WiFi. Otherwise, amazing dash cam. https://a.co/d/2DkImYR
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