VIOFO - A229 Plus Series

I got two Pruveeos 9 years ago. One is still going, but the other died after 6 years. I got a 2 channel Viofo for my wife's car. The rear camera died at 13 months which stopped the front from recording. I figured out that the front worked fine if I unplugged the rear. They wanted me to pay $40 for a replacement rear cam though it was still in warranty. I just tossed it and switched to Garmin. I'm not saying to buy Pruveeo the video quality sucks, but they were only $37.

My thought as well. The SD card must be the higher-quality Extreme or Industrial use. You may experience irratic behaviors that are unexplainable in some cases. The lower quality SD cards can be more exposed to vibration while writing to the card. The speed on the higher quality are much faster, ~190 Mbs per second enabling writing your video clips to the SD less read/write errors or video loss. The lower quality SD card writes about ~100Mbs per second also half the speed of the higher end. I have owned Viofo for at least ten years and have not been disappointed. The continue to add features or benefits to their product mix. I have undated the firmware to the latest version. Like any technology updating your firmware that is recommended by the OEM is key to any satisfaction. The A229 and 329 dash cams have very fast video and snapshot photos or parking mode. THIS would probably explain your to slow message when it reads the card or formats the card it sees a low speed transfer or read/write. Anyways, Best dash cam I have used.

We had a FitCamX hardwired in our 24 Ioniq 5 and it would not loop record. I had 2 very close calls the FitCamX completely missed. FitCamX could not resolve why my camera would not work, and after 1 month of trying, I yanked it out and replaced it with a Viofo A229 that has been flawless. I have ours setup for recording when parked, a function the FitCamX failed at as well. A lot of people report good experience with FitCamX but that wasn't my use case. When we were troubleshooting the FitCamX, it had a Beta testing vibe to the process. FitCamX will relentlessly work with you to their credit and when I returned the camera to them, they fully refunded me without any prodding.

I had a hardwired FitCamX, and it would not loop record. I ended up replacing it with a hardwired VIOFO A229, which has been flawless. I had two near-miss incidents, the FitCamX missed, and after several attempts to fix the issue with FitCamX, I gave up on it. A dashcam is for peace of mind, and I could trust that the device would work when needed. If you get the FitCamX, thoroughly test and periodically confirm that it is doing loop recordings. FitCamX as a company is reputable and well-intended. They refunded me the full amount without any prodding. We needed our camera to be hardwired because we want to record when the car is parked; this is a feature the FitCamX does not support.

Yes, but I’d recommend a dashcam with higher resolution than 1080p. Preferably 2.5K* or 4K. I like Viofo.

I love this brand. I have yet to see anyone else with such good quality. I have the 129, 229 and the recent 329 version in my truck. No issues at all. Money well spent.

Whatever you pick, I’d recommend against a camera that dangles off a mount unless it’s very small. I tried a Thinkware Q200 but I had to take it off immediately bc the Tacoma windshield is so small, it distracted my view no matter where I tried mounting it. I got a Viofo A229 instead and like another commenter, I mounted it in the black dot area of the windshield next to the mirror and I hardly notice it.

Did you run the hardwire kit into the engine bay fuse box? I started to install an A229, but since all the interior fuses are always hot, I couldn't use those for fear of draining the battery. And the odb2 kit I tried to use was too short for the purpose. Running the line into the engine bay was more than I was comfortable with at the time, but seems the only option.

I opted for the VIOFO A229 hardwired. Some tricky parts to feed the wire to the back but overall fairly easy if you wanted to diy it if so inclined. When I looked for installers Best Buy was cheapest here at $99 and stereo installers ranged up to $150. That was for front and back cams and hardwiring it in.

That's assuming they can do things like turn on wifi on the camera and connect their phone to the camera's wifi network to download video and adjust settings.

I grabbed the VIOFO A229 Plus and had best buy install it with the hardwire kit. Great camera, great footage.

I've done a ton of research into this very confusing subject after being disappointed with an experience with a Nextbase on my old car. Viofo is the one brand that keeps coming up. I'm having an A229plus installed by a recommended installer tomorrow, will let you know how it goes. I will say that it's not the smallest dash cam I've seen, but apparently it's reliable so I'll take that on the chin. Renault sell the Kenwood systems locally. I don't really know enough about them but they're cheaper to buy online than from Renault. I'd recommend a hardwired one, which you can remove at night in dodgy areas.

I usually get dashcam from US when someone is visiting, you can save 30 to 50% sometimes. https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-A229-Plus-STARVIS-Ultra-Precise/dp/B0CKX14L34/ $169 or around 14.5k inr , pretty good deal. Also there is an OBD hardwire kit thats available in US for much cheaper so you can plug It into obd port instead of fusebox for parking monitoring

I have the viofo a229 - 2 camera (front and rear) and I love it.

Here’s [my experience](https://www.reddit.com/r/crv/s/pznAmAeOd1) of installing my VIOFO A229.

The new lenses are a game changer! This new 4K +60 FPS will be amazing to act as both recording high quality video clips for my drives in the desert while also have the security of a dash cam! I love the customer service of the VIOFO UAE team. They really know their stuff, and they helped me pick out some models for friends and family. They answered every query I had, which is super rare these days, and the Installation was easy. What I would love to see in future models is a screen-free model, since many of my friends and family are seniors, and they don't want additional screens occupying the windshield. A discrete model that just covers the front and rear will be a great addition to the current lineup. I understand this may be challenging to implement, as the control module needs some space. My recommendation would be to have a covered control box that could be hidden under the dashboard. And the camera unit itself could be really slim and attached to the control box through cables. Just how we currently implement rear-view cams. Just the camera lens running the wires to the front unit, which is acting as both front camera and control box. Doesn't have to be 4k or even 2K units, even a simple 1080P Unit would be useful to act as a security feature and number plate readings. Huge fan of the VIOFO A229 lines, would love one for my personal car!

Ah you’re right. I don’t have a pro had to go back and look at my Amazon history to see what I had

[Viofo A229](https://amzn.to/46TI3w1) This is what I use for front and rear, keep it high in front windshield and forget it’s there till I ever need it

Viofo A229 Plus Dual Front and Rear camera I installed it myself, pretty easy with the exception of the wiring that goes through the lift-gate took some time but not bad! You can add the hardware kit for the parking protection and they also have a 3 channel version if you want cabin recording. https://a.co/d/aW0syXW

If you don't need 2 or 4k, the viofo A229 plus is a good choice for little money. It has a sensor that's really good at night, but may not have enough resolution to get license plates in all situations Use a hardwire kit and I'd also recommend switching to a [better AGM dual purpose battery ](https://www.batteriesplus.com/product-details/auto_light-truck/battery/x2power/sli35agmdp) if you intend to keep it on while parked

viofo 229 plus. purchased during prime week. install was easy and I am happy with it for the 1.5 weeks i've used it.

I also use Viofo, the A229 front and rear. Hardwired to the fusebox and it works great. Just have to not use sentry mode or it'll drain your 12v battery quickly

I got a VIOFO A229 Plus (and polarizing lens, and hardwire kit), around BF, with a Sandisk Max Endurance card, and it's doing the job. It, and those like it, take care of front and rear. If the ferrite bead on the power cord would cause problems, apparently you can contact them and get a hardwire kit without one.

Anything from VIOFO that suits your needs. A229 plus is great for front and rear. Get the hardwire kit too.

Viofo A229 plus with the hachielectronics hardwire kit. https://hachielectronics.com/products/2022-gr86-brz-pnp-dashcam-hardwire-harness

I have a 2022 CRV and asked this same question a few months ago. I was recommended this item: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKX14L34?ref\_=ppx\_hzsearch\_conn\_dt\_b\_fed\_asin\_title\_2](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKX14L34?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2) which I ordered, along with the wiring harness: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHDXPGP1?ref\_=ppx\_hzsearch\_conn\_dt\_b\_fed\_asin\_title\_2. So far so good! Edit: make sure you get it professionally installed so you don't see the wires.

Never had issues with mine shutting down or freezing up in Arizona, and I’ve had the same model tor about 3 years. Maybe just bad luck on a unit? Have you tried turning on the WiFi and seeing on your phone if maybe it’s just the screen freezing up or something, and it’s actually still recording.

I'm late 50's and I like my Viofo A229 plus just fine.

I am a huge viofo fan. Having a dashcam is a must and viofo sony sensor not only allowed me to read the number plate but also gave me a huge peace of mind in case of any incident. I would like a viofo vs1 for my second car as i already use the 229 2ch on my main daily driver. Thanks for all that u do to provide quality products not just in build but also for this region specially

I use a viofo front and rear camera combo. Can't remember the model name.

Viofo a229 plus if you live in a really hot area, Pro if you don’t need “ extra heat protection “ , they’re on SALE rn They have front and back cam, parking mode is iffy from heat I hear depending on how u have it set I’ve had mine for a year almost and I’ve had no issues, i love it and have caught crazy moments

Viafo front and rear powered off the donggar adapter. Saved my ass in a crash and ended up in my next Mazda. posted a guide on how to wire it up a few years ago. No issues.

Using the VIOFO A229 front and rear 1440p. I’ve had. VIOFO cams in 2 previous cars and they have always worked well for me.

So many variables - front only? front + back? front + back + interior? 1080p? 1440p, 4k? Price range? Want it as a digital mirror? Want it to record event when the car is off (i.e. parking mode)? I'm shopping too, my current top pick is VIOFO A229 plus for 1440p+1440p with better Sony sensor for night vision/HDR, but it is a bit pricey vs others. 2nd pick is VANTRUE Element 2 with older Sony sensor. Thinkware Q1000 is also good if you catch a deeper discount sale from e.g. Bestbuy. More budget options are ROVE R2-4K and Regtiger F7NT. Some models are cheaper on Aliexpress. My minimum requirement is a brand that have an offical web site with manual and firmware download, that remove all those unknown <$50 stuff but there are still tons of choices.

I have a Viofo A229 Plus. Love it. It’s pretty much set and forget once you get it set up. I installed myself and just power it through the cigarette lighter. I don’t care about parking mode. Get a big SD card. Pretty much no downside apart from the initial price and the install taking some time. To me it’s a no-brainer if you can afford one. The peace of mind alone makes it worth it, IMO. My wife disagrees, and doesn’t see the value of it and was in fact quite angry when I bought it. To be clear, the cam I have is in my car, which is not our Odyssey. So I can’t help you with installing in the Odyssey. Maybe one of these days my wife will let me get one for her Ody.

I went with the VIOFO A229 plus for the balance of front and rear cam and the price point for the features. If your budget allows stretch to the A229 pro version. I landed on this one after some research and input from car enthusiast friends independently of each other.

Installation could be dead simple if you arent hardwiring, I would just use the usb port in the glove box. But if youre hardwiring, its fairly straightforward. Hardest part is tucking the cables under the headliner as its pretty tight. The most consistent and best dash cam Ive used has been the viofo a229, get the cam with the amount of cameras you want/need and get the hardwire kit. For the 718, theres two empty slots that you just use the add a fuse on that comes with the kit

I have absolutely no idea why it failed. It wasn't baking in the sun, didn't fall, nothing of more. It just stopped turning on. I tried another power cable for it and still wouldn't turn on or anything. When I complained they offered a refund, not a replacement or repair so I never heard back what was wrong with it. I've had a viofo a229 since then and it's much better, no issues at all.

Viofo makes very good dash-cams available on Amzn, they’re highly ranked in reviews, not cheap units. I have three A229 2K dual cameras and A129 Pro 4K dual on a total of 4 cars. The A129 pro got stolen by tow truck driver when it was headed to the mechanic. If you’re DIY installing the rear camera can take a little bit of work threading the long cable, but lots of YouTube video step by steps. Viofo also has front-only A119 V3 cameras, those are easy to install you simply push the cable into the headliner and down the A pillar, around the back of the glove box to your 12V power source. There’s also a short power cable you can buy that tape power from the power home-link rear view mirror.

The A229 is a great option. It's my 3rd dash camera, and im happy with the resolution and features. I went with the dual camera version with a rear outward facing camera, which is nice. It has already been used to prove not at fault accident, which without would probably been 50/50. They go on sale quite offten but either way money well spent.

Great question! The Viofo A229 Plus is rated to handle temps up to around 149°F (65°C), but parking in direct sun for 7+ hours daily at 113°F can still push any dash cam to its limits over time. If you're not using parking mode, the cam will be off while parked, which helps reduce heat stress. But if you are, we’d suggest a heat-resistant cam like the Thinkware U3000, which uses supercapacitors and has excellent heat durability. Also, using a reflective windshield cover and parking in the shade when possible can really help. If you have any doubts or need more guidance, feel free to reach out via our Live Chat or contact support at [info@blackboxmycar.com](mailto:info@blackboxmycar.com) or 1 (888) 978 6560. We're here to help!

I use a VIOFO A229 Plus. I just route the power to the DC port under the dash in the middle. I installed it a year ago, they may have an adapter to power it from the mirror now, but I would worry about battery drain. This dashcam has front and back cameras, connects to your phone to pull video. I like it a lot. I hide all cables, can't see much of them. [Amazon.com: VIOFO A229 Plus Dash Cam Front and Rear, Dual STARVIS 2 Sensors, 2 Channel HDR, 1440P+1440P Voice Control Car Dash Camera, 5GHz Wi-Fi, Support 512GB Max, Voice Control, Ultra-Precise GPS : Electronics](https://www.amazon.com/VIOFO-A229-Plus-STARVIS-Ultra-Precise/dp/B0CKX14L34/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1WY9CW4APTU8S&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OfcZlYZA3rPQWgDZkN2tRMq4cZWQWuiguopfO02r-mVxtiGkZoq72ODppxfQVR1s8lSVwr-UyJf_g4r1VtO5rlPfukZ1sPW321YCV_kjPiRSRlMHgXATO18hUMocXWaCwDcBbVplWWxNDggtCtv7fN6WoWsW0W9GK32xr-C1pvDGlT1Op9sFp5gzvB2NH-TciyQ6bg9s9EjuhK9md7ZFLemxYo0KqpcbKwZjNnIFjfE.MBjf4EOPAH-ePjldeTEtIBCramAxKsr_Zx-b8ScLKgQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=viofo+a229+plus&qid=1745006232&sprefix=viofo+a229+plus%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1)

Viofo A229 Plus is what I use. I don’t have it hardwired so doesn’t have a parking mode, only way to have a parking mode w/o hard writing is having a battery of some kind that’d you’d have to charge periodically

I have the a229 plus two channel and I like it just fine, in fact I will be adding another to my wifes car and my second car. App works well enough, and I have the reminder to reformat my card every three months. so far every time I have linked to it to make sure I am able to downoad video it has worked well.

This is my setup. I use and hardwired VIOFO A229 Plus that covers both the front and back of my GLC along with a Thinkware iVolt Mini external battery pack giving me up to 12~ hours of running time while my vehicle is not running. It only takes 30-45 mins of driving to charge the iVolt battery to full plus I’m not directly draining my vehicles battery. The dash cam isn’t as discreet as most but I’ll be grateful that it’s there in the event something does happen.

I have a Vantrue N4pro and Viofo A229. Genuinely this post is so great to create visibility to the general audience of how useful a dashcam really is. I hope it goes to someone who really needs it. A dashcam is truly a need with how driving has gotten.