If you don’t yet have a dash cam in your car, now is an excellent time to buy one. There are plenty of great deals around and we’ve saved you the time hunting for them by rounding them up into one convenient place: right here.
A dash cam records the view out of your windscreen as you drive, so you have video evidence should anything untoward happen. This can be submitted as evidence in the event of an insurance claim, and some insurers even offer a discount on your premium if you fit a dash cam.
Recording just a forward-facing view isn’t as good as having both front and rear cameras, and there are becoming more good-value deals in this area, so you don’t need to spend silly money to have a front-plus-rear setup.
The benefit of this over buying two separate dash cams is that the video clips will be in sync and have identical timestamps.
Best dash cam deals right now
Top 10 Dash Cam Deals
Nextbase 422GW
Just one step down from the current flagship in Nextbase’s Series 2 range, the 422GW has a big features list, including built-in Alexa, Emergency SOS calling and more. It’s also compatible with the three Nextbase rear cameras. Read our Nextbase 422GW review for more details.
At this price, it’s great value.
Nextbase 222X front + rear dash cam
This is a great price for this bundle. The rear view cam is £49.99 on its own, so you’re getting the 222 for the same price.
Just note that while the 222 can usually record at 1920×1080, when you connect the rear camera that drops to 1440×1080, and the rear camera records at 1280×720. That’s one reason why this kit is less than £100, but if you’re looking for a front and rear setup, this is a good bet.
What to look for in dash cam deals
Many dash cams come without a microSD card, but you’ll need one to store the videos. Cards are fairly inexpensive (under £10 for a 32GB card), but if you find a deal with a branded 32- or 64GB card bundled, that can represent a decent saving.
Aside from that, you’re really just looking for the lowest possible price for the dash cam itself. And that’s where we come in: we know what these dash cams usually cost, so the deals you see here are cheaper than the regular price.
Don’t be taken in by inflated RRPs and hefty discounts off those, which are sadly far too common online these days.
Many people choose to connect their dash cam to their car’s 12V accessory socket, but if you prefer a cleaner look (or your accessory socket remains live when you switch off the ignition) you can look for deals which include a “hard wire” kit.
This is for connecting your dash cam to your car’s fuse box, but unless you are a competent DIYer you’ll need to get a hard wire kit professionally installed.
We’ve reviewed the best dash cams, so check out our recommendations of the best models to buy.
Where to find dash cam deals
Amazon is one of the best places to look, but don’t forget Halfords in the UK, which often discounts popular models and offers the benefit of bricks-and-mortar stores so you can go and have a look before you buy. There’s also Argos, plus Currys PC World and John Lewis.
Occasionally manufacturers offer discounts as well, but you’re more likely to find a bargain from retailers.
Best dash cam deals
Top 10 Dash Cam Deals
Nextbase 422GW
Just one step down from the current flagship in Nextbase’s Series 2 range, the 422GW has a big features list, including built-in Alexa, Emergency SOS calling and more. It’s also compatible with the three Nextbase rear cameras. Read our Nextbase 422GW review for more details.
At this price, it’s great value.
Nextbase 222X front + rear dash cam
This is a great price for this bundle. The rear view cam is £49.99 on its own, so you’re getting the 222 for the same price.
Just note that while the 222 can usually record at 1920×1080, when you connect the rear camera that drops to 1440×1080, and the rear camera records at 1280×720. That’s one reason why this kit is less than £100, but if you’re looking for a front and rear setup, this is a good bet.
When is Black Friday 2020 – should you wait for a better deal?
Black Friday will take place on Friday 27 November, immediately followed by Cyber Monday on 30 November. Traditionally the biggest sales event of the year, it may yet throw up some even greater tech deals – but with so much uncertainty around finance and retail, and no guarantees regarding what discounts we will see, we advise you not to wait: if you see a deal you like, on a product you need, and you can afford the outlay, buy it today.
Author: Jim Martin, Executive Editor
Jim has been testing and reviewing products for over 20 years. His main beats include VPN services and antivirus. He also covers smart home tech, mesh Wi-Fi and electric bikes.