BlackVue - DR970X-BOX Plus

if heat is the concern, make sure to buy a dash cam that has supercapacitors rather than batteries. i have had the BlackVue DR970x Plus which proved bulletproof during the hottest Summer on record last year. my credit cards and ID's all had to be replaced because they melted and warped, but the BlackVue keeps running without issues. other brands that use capacitors, Viofo, Vantrue and Thinkware. Viofo tends to get the most love around here (for good reasons), but i hated the aesthetics of it and how it looked on my windshield. I was able to stealth-mount the BlackVue in a manner where it's hidden out of my view behind the rear view mirror.

Blackvue DR970X is what I have and has great video quality

Ur final buy is probably going to be dictated by price. I've been using BlackVue cameras for the past 10 years or so, and I upgrade every few years. Definitely one of the best (but not the cheapest) dashcam out there. My current one has front and rear cameras and built in LTE module for remote viewing, when the car is parked up and I'm not close buy, as well as remote event notifications. (DR970X)

I'm pretty settled on the Blackvue "box" model given the cams are very small since the recording hardware is external. But I hesitate because the thinkware radar function is really compelling for park mode battery saving, plus for some reason these setups don't include 3-channel to have an interior cam capturing side windows as well.

Something like a Viofo or Blackvue 2ch (with a hardwire kit) is what you're seeking. I personally run Viofo's A129 Duo (there's a much newer variant of this, the A229).

I had one failure of my 12v about 3 months after install. I'm unsure if it was related to the dashcam, but I haven't had an issue since...and nothing noticeable on battery life. The picture is phenomenal... And I installed it myself too, which is saying something. I'm not the best at DIY projects.... But couldnt stomach a $600-$800 install cost I was finding.

If you can get any BlackVue 2 Channel on sale , they're easily the best dash cam I've ever used

Blackvue 970 hardwired with a Blendmount. Flawless execution but resolution is not as good as it should be.

https://preview.redd.it/cxca72mpoz2f1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=574848ef171c09f3c87c7d463eed2ff77e9427fd Rear camera just below the top of the hatch. Can barely see it popping down from the rear view mirror.

Yeah the app sucks. It's so easy to pull footage with the SD and an [OTG USBC reader](https://imgur.com/a/B3vuSbR) though. Gotta go with Blackvue or Thinkware for a quality app level experience. But that comes at an extra cost.

BlackVue DR970x plus. I have one in all 3 of my Subarus and a Honda. Saved my butt when I got rear ended and was blamed for slamming on my brakes. Video evidence showed way different.

You'd get better advice from the nerds in the dashcam subreddits. But I have a blackvur and it's great. Typically Viofo is the one to get though.

I use a DR970x Box Plus 2CH

I run the BlackVue two channel and have it hardwired to the fuse box. Run all the cords through the head liner and side pillars. It's pretty hidden almost to the point I forget it's there. The rear camera is visible but very small and cords are running through the headliner so you only see it when it's coming out direct to the camera (an inch or two of exposed cord).

I have the 970X and to be honest it's not worth the $$'s. Firstly the interface/app is terrible and parking mode only drains the battery even if you have it set for motion detection only. Then for LTE for viewing all/anytime remotely you need an LTE module or buy the one with built in LTE that is huuuge! Then for parking mode really to work you need to buy a BlackVue battery.... I'd never buy Blackvue again!

Blackvue 770x or 970x both 2-channel. Use battery backup as well. Install was straightforward.

It wasn't terrible but time consuming. Probably spent a solid four hours on it. The rear hatch wiring through their grommets and wire housing was the hardest part. I bought a smaller sized wire feeder/puller that helped a lot. I followed a couple write ups on the civic forums and pulled from both to get it done. Edit: this model also has the constant and accessory power connection so it can record when parked. It has an auto shut off for low battery and so far I haven't been left stranded lol.

I'm using the BlackVue DR970X-2CH Box Plus.

I have a BlackVue 970X Plus dual channel, with a BlackVue battery installed hidden in the centre console. Makes getting high quality 4K video more quickly than the inbuilt cameras. Using 512GB memory card, which when removed and seen by my Mac, shows both videos and mapping, together with speed. Might have a deterrent effect as it has a visible white light that pulses. This model has a cloud connection to immediately upload to BlackVue servers for remote retrieval.

Yeah I'm going to buy another for the is500 maybe the 970x. They just released a 2k front and rear. But most incidents are from the front. Which the 970x is 4k front and 1080p in the rear I believe.

My blackvue phone app works well

I have the Blackvue DRX970 Box. I like that the cameras are smaller because the camera components are housed in the box. You can put the box in your dash and lock it in there. The box also has a locked section over the cables and memory card slot. You have to use a key to remove it so that the card can be accessed. The video quality is fine but it seems that the Viofo A229pro has better image quality based on YouTube videos

I like Blackvue 4K front and back cameras.

The BlackVue DR970X-BOX-PLUS is probably one of the most heat resistant dash cams as the recording unit is kept separate from the cameras.

I installed the Blackvue DR970X-Plus with front and back cameras... Took me the best part of the afternoon, but I took my time and made sure everything was done the way I wanted to do it. Powered during driving and battery packs for when parked - it runs 24/7 - 365. It's also connected via sim card to the cloud so I have real-time access via the app for monitoring and/or reviewing footage, etc. Would highly recommend.

I got the best one at the time, which was around $1000 for the dashcam and $300 for the battery pack. But Black Vue sell all sorts, just make sure you have a dual cam, that is front and rear.

Blackvue box models mount the recorder out of sight, and make it harder to try and rip out, so are a good fit .