

BEST CAR DASH CAM 2021 DRIVERS
The best dash cam for high-mileage drivers Read our in-depth Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 review.Simple, subtle and reliable, it’s the definition of set-and-forget technology.
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Unless you need the best dash cam with driver assistance functions, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 will leave you wanting for very little. While features are limited to voice controls and a g-sensor that can detect collisions, we felt that GPS was the only real omission. It also helps to make initial setup straightforward. The Garmin Drive smartphone app (for iOS and Android) is where you can easily change further settings, review recordings and check the camera’s view. There’s no display, but shortcut buttons let you save clips and mute the mic with one touch. Given how small it is, we think most users will want to leave the Mini 2 permanently in place. The compact plastic arm takes up very little windscreen space, while the ball-and-socket joint makes it easy to reposition. Despite its size, it records in Full HD at 30fps with HDR, producing footage that’s sharp enough to pick out key details like registration plates, regardless of the ambient light and weather conditions. The Garmin Mini 2 is a dash cam tiny enough to disappear behind your car’s rear-view mirror. You’ll need to spend more on a premium model for higher resolution video.

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❌ You need 4K video footage: The Mini 2 is limited to 1080p Full HD. ❌ You want a feature-packed model: Putting simplicity first means the Mini 2 doesn’t offer options such as speed camera alerts or what3words integration.

With impressive video quality and a flagship feature set, the Nextbase 622GW is the best dash cam you can buy right now. ❌ You want built-in rear recording: There are rivals for a similar price with rear-view cameras as standard, but it's an optional add-on for the 622GW. ❌ You want seamless connectivity: Connecting to a smartphone isn't always straightforward, with the Wi-Fi connection often failing to establish during our testing.
