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The 10 Best Dash Cams as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best dash cams you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Viofo A229 Pro

9.1Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £280
Best value

Viofo A129 Plus Duo

8.7Best front+rear value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £150
Also great

Nextbase 622GW

9.0Best premium
Check price on Amazon ≈ £250

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these dash cams

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each dash cam does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Dash CamsScoreBest forResolutionApprox priceAmazon links
1Viofo A229 Pro9.1Best overall4K + 2K£280View Price
2Nextbase 622GW9.0Best premium4K£250View Price
3Viofo A129 Plus Duo8.7Best front+rear value2K + 1080p£150View Price
4Garmin Dash Cam 67W8.6Best compact1440p£170View Price
5Nextbase iQ8.6Best connected1K/2K/4K options£350View Price
6Nextbase 322GW8.6Best value Nextbase1080p£130View Price
7Nextbase 422GW8.5Best mid-range1440p£180View Price
8Viofo A119 Mini 28.4Best discreet 2K2K£100View Price
970mai A8108.3Best budget 4K4K£120View Price
1070mai Dash Cam Lite 28.0Best ultra-budget1080p£40View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best overall

Viofo A229 Pro

9.1Our number one pick.

The Viofo A229 Pro is a superb multi-channel dash cam with 4K front, 2K rear and optional cabin recording, excellent night vision and reliable parking mode. It is an investment, but for all-round protection it is the best value at the high end.

Video: 9.2Features: 9.4Build: 9.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • 4K front and 2K rear
  • Excellent night video
  • Reliable parking mode
Cons
  • Fiddly app setup
  • Pricey with all channels
2
Best premium

Nextbase 622GW

9.0A superb runner-up.

The Nextbase 622GW is a premium front dash cam with sharp 4K recording, image stabilisation, what3words emergency location and excellent low-light performance. It is expensive and front-only, but the video quality and safety features are class-leading.

Video: 9.4Features: 9.2Build: 9.0Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Sharp 4K with stabilisation
  • what3words emergency SOS
  • Great low-light
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Front-only
3
Best front+rear value

Viofo A129 Plus Duo

8.7Rounds out our top three.

The Viofo A129 Plus Duo bundles sharp 2K front and 1080p rear recording with solid night performance at a keen price, a popular value choice for full coverage. The app can be fiddly, but the dual-channel value is excellent.

Video: 8.8Features: 8.8Build: 8.6Value: 9.2
Pros
  • 2K front + 1080p rear
  • Good night video
  • Great value bundle
Cons
  • Fiddly app
  • Plain design
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4
Best compact

Garmin Dash Cam 67W

8.6A standout in the upper half.

Garmin's tiny Dash Cam 67W packs 1440p with a wide 180° view, voice control and driver-assist alerts into a remarkably small body that hides behind the mirror. It is front-only and small-screened, but discreet and high quality.

Video: 8.8Features: 8.8Build: 8.8Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Very compact and discreet
  • Voice control
  • Wide 180° view
Cons
  • Front-only
  • Small screen
5
Best connected

Nextbase iQ

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Nextbase iQ is a smart, always-connected dash cam with live view, remote alerts and advanced security features via a subscription, the most connected cam available. It is expensive and subscription-led for full features, but cutting-edge.

Video: 9.0Features: 9.4Build: 9.0Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Live remote view
  • Advanced security alerts
  • Smart connected features
Cons
  • Subscription for full features
  • Expensive
6
Best value Nextbase

Nextbase 322GW

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Nextbase 322GW offers crisp 1080p, Emergency SOS, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and the easy Click&Go mount in a polished, user-friendly package. It is only Full HD, but the ease of use and reliability make it a great everyday choice.

Video: 8.6Features: 8.8Build: 8.8Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Easy to use
  • Emergency SOS
  • Click&Go magnetic mount
Cons
  • 1080p only
  • Rear cam extra
7
Best mid-range

Nextbase 422GW

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Nextbase 422GW steps up to 1440p with image stabilisation, built-in Alexa and Emergency SOS, a polished mid-range option. It is front-only out of the box, but a reliable, feature-rich pick.

Video: 8.6Features: 8.8Build: 8.8Value: 8.6
Pros
  • 1440p with stabilisation
  • Alexa and Emergency SOS
  • Easy Click&Go mount
Cons
  • Front-only
  • Rear module extra
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8
Best discreet 2K

Viofo A119 Mini 2

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The Viofo A119 Mini 2 is a tiny, screenless 2K dash cam with great image quality and reliable performance for the price, controlled via app. It has no screen, but the compact size and value are excellent.

Video: 8.6Features: 8.4Build: 8.4Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Compact 2K
  • Good image quality
  • Affordable
Cons
  • No screen
  • App-only control
9
Best budget 4K

70mai A810

8.3A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The 70mai A810 delivers sharp 4K HDR recording and a slick app at a budget price, strong value for those wanting high resolution cheaply. It is front-only and the ecosystem is less established, but the image quality for the money is excellent.

Video: 8.8Features: 8.4Build: 8.2Value: 9.0
Pros
  • 4K HDR cheaply
  • Slick app
  • Good night HDR
Cons
  • Front-only
  • Less established brand
10
Best ultra-budget

70mai Dash Cam Lite 2

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

The 70mai Dash Cam Lite 2 covers the basics with reliable 1080p recording and app control at a rock-bottom price, ideal as a first or backup dash cam. It is basic with no screen, but for affordable peace of mind it does the job.

Video: 8.0Features: 7.8Build: 7.8Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Very cheap
  • Reliable 1080p
  • App control
Cons
  • No screen
  • Basic features
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the dash cams in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Viofo A229 Pro, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Nextbase 622GW and Viofo A129 Plus Duo are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best dash cams without overthinking it, the Viofo A229 Pro is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £280

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