The main advantage of a DVR-mirror is that it is practically indistinguishable from a regular rear-view mirror, which is found in every car interior. But how to choose a high-quality mirror video recorder when there is such an abundance of models on the market?
The cost of high-quality and not so high-quality equipment today is almost equal, so we specially compiled a rating of mirror DVRs, choosing the best in different price categories.
The best inexpensive models of mirror DVRs (up to 3000 rubles)
The main quality of a good inexpensive DVR, made in the form of a rear-view mirror, is its trouble-free operation even without your participation. Therefore, options such as motion and shock sensors, as well as wide camera viewing angles, are welcome. Support for memory cards and display of the current time and date will be additional incentives to buy such a model. The best budget DVRs - top quality and inexpensive models up to 2000-5000 rubles, according to reviews from users and specialists.
Dunobil Spiegel Solo
pros
- Screen 4.3″
- Shock sensor (G sensor)
- Good microphone
- Motion Sensor
- Battery
- Viewing angle 120º
Minuses
- Weak software
From 2474 ₽
A classic-shaped mirror with a large display in the right corner. The shooting resolution is 1920×1080 Full HD, at which the details of the shooting are clearly visible. Sound recording can be turned off at will: this reduces the weight of filming. The video is recorded when the sensors are triggered, and cyclic recording is available.
Artway AV-601
pros
- 2 cameras
- Memory card
- HD 1080 video, photography
- Microphone
- Battery 180 mAh.
- Screen 4.3″
Minuses
- fragile glass
- Loud buttons
From 2360 ₽
Despite the declared HD video quality, the camera optics do not allow it to be realized. Review of the second camera 900, the first - 1200. Videos are written when an event occurs in a separate file, but there is no indication of the absence of a flash drive if you forgot to insert it.
SilverStone F1 NTK-351 Duo
pros
- 2 cameras
- Card up to 64 GB.
- Motion detector, G-sensor
- Microphone, speaker
Minuses
- Video is not HD
- No battery
From 2640 ₽
In this mirror, the 3″ screen is on the left, and the video from 2 cameras is recorded as a picture in picture. When the G-sensor is triggered, the recording is protected from erasure. The video quality can be better: the front camera is 1280x720, the rear camera is 720x480.
Table: top 5 DVRs
| Model | Best Features | Viewing angle | Max. video resolution | Add. functions | Price from (RUB): | |
| Slimtec Dual M2 | according to reviews | 148° | 1920×1080 | G-sensor | 4 600 | Find out prices |
| Dunobil Spiegel Vita | with two cameras | 170° | 2304×1296 | G-sensor | 5 100 | Find out prices |
| Artway MD-161 | built-in, 10 in 1 | 140° | 1920×1080 | G-sensor, GPS | 6 000 | Find out prices |
| TrendVision TV-103 GPS | instead of a standard mirror | 140° | 1920×1080 | GPS | 6 400 | Find out prices |
| Vizant 750 GST | with radar and GPS | 120° | 1280×720 | G-sensor, GPS | 5 600 | Find out prices |
Middle segment (from 3,000 to 10,000 rubles)
More expensive models already have options such as GPS, HD video, high recording speed and other bells and whistles. For our review of recorder mirrors with a rear view camera, we selected the best models from Dunobil, Slimtec and RECXON, since, according to users, they have proven to be reliable gadgets.
Dunobil Spiegel Duo
pros
- 2 HD 1080 cameras
- 3 date recording modes: loop, continuous, continuous
- G-sensor, motion sensor in the frame
- Battery 300 mAh.
- SD card up to 32 GB.
Minuses
- Big weight video
- Camera vibrates
From 3369 ₽
This model with a 4.3″ screen records videos that must be manually deleted from memory. The camera angle is 120º, which is enough for viewing while driving. However, there is no video stabilization system, causing the image to vibrate. If 2 cameras are not enough, it is possible to connect additional ones.
Slimtec Dual M9
pros
- G-sensor
- Screen 9.66″
- 2 cameras + ability to connect additional ones
- Battery 800 mAh.
- Video stabilizer
Minuses
- Low quality night photography
From 5400 ₽
The camera viewing angle of this model is 170º, and the video does not vibrate thanks to the image stabilizer. Recording starts when turned on or from a signal from the G-sensor. Night recording, judging by the reviews, leaves much to be desired.
RECXON AutoSmart GPS
pros
- G-sensor, GPS, motion sensor, GLONASS
- 2 cameras + additional
- HD video 1080, 3 modes
- Headlight protection, night mode
- Screen 8″
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Minuses
- SIM card is difficult to install
- Price
From 9900 ₽
A multifunctional modern camera that can record directly to a smartphone or SD card, and can also be updated via Wi-Fi. The video is clear (thanks to stabilization), the night video is excellent (thanks to the WDR function). If anything is unclear, voice prompts help.
The best DVRs with GPS and Glonass are in our review material, which contains the leaders of reviews from real users.
Best models
The models presented below are the best recorders that are installed instead of a rear view mirror. All of them have earned positive reviews and offer a good combination of price and features.
CARCAM Z6
This inexpensive mirror has two cameras capable of shooting in FHD resolution and provides 140-degree image capture. The lenses here are made of glass, which is considered better than plastic, and there is also anti-glare protection and a night mode with automatic switching when lighting decreases. The model is equipped with shock and motion sensors, it has a backlight and the ability to rotate on a holder. The battery lasts for 10 minutes of recording, its capacity is 300 mAh. The model's screen is 4.3 inches.
Price: average from 3,300 rubles.
Dunobil Spiegel Duo
Another affordable model with two cameras, which is perfect for classics. The second camera is remote, but it can only be installed in the cabin. The device writes a picture with FHD resolution and captures 120 degrees. It has a microphone, motion and shock sensors, and night recording with auto-switching. Autonomy is provided by a 300 mAh battery, the image is displayed on a 4.3-inch screen.
Price: average from 3,800 rubles.
Xiaomi 70mai Rearview Mirror Dash Cam Midrive D04
The mirror DVR from the Chinese manufacturer is a model that offers a 5-megapixel camera with a maximum UHD resolution and a viewing angle of 140 degrees. The functions include night mode, glare protection, a shock sensor, and the ability to record not only pictures, but also sound. The model has a 5-inch screen, has the ability to connect via Wi-Fi, which will allow you to wirelessly download videos to a PC or smartphone, and it also has a fairly capacious 500 mAh battery. Chipset - HiSilicon Hi3556V100.
Price: average from 7,100 rubles.
VIPER Wide Duo
This model is a combination of an average price tag and good features. It will delight you not only with the presence of a remote camera with the ability to adjust its position after fastening, but also with a wide capture angle of 170 degrees. This car recorder writes in FHD resolution, it has motion and shock sensors, a microphone, as well as night shooting and glare protection. Among the nice features is a large display - 9.6 inches.
Price: average from 5,900 rubles.
Artway MD-160 Combo 5 in 1
The model from Artway offers an excellent set of features at a low price. It has a remote camera with moisture protection, which helps the driver to park. The image capture angle here is 140 degrees, video recording is possible with a maximum resolution of FHD. Recording here starts automatically after turning on the engine or in case of movement in the frame, in addition, there is an impact module and GPS. The screen in this model is 4.3 inches, and it not only displays the recorded video, but also performs additional tasks. This model has a high-quality radar detector with several sensitivity modes, detection of K, X, Ka signals, as well as detection of Strelka, Sokol, Avtodoriya and others. In addition, the device is responsible for maintaining lanes, notifies about POI points and has digital signal processing, which helps to avoid interference.
Price: average from 9,800 rubles.
Intego VX-685MR
This car recorder includes a remote camera with backlight, and among its functions there is a radar detector. The device can shoot in FHD and has a viewing angle of 160 degrees. Among the sensors there is a shock sensor, motion sensor, GPS. The model allows you to record video with sound, and also has speakers for playback. The screen here is 5 inches, power is only possible from the car. Among the capabilities of the recorder are speed cams, voice notifications, search for X and K signals, as well as work with the most common radars in Russia - Berkut, Strelka, Chris, Sokol-M and others.
Price: average from 9,900 rubles.
Roadgid Blick WIFI
This is not just a DVR in a mirror form factor, but also a device with an expanded set of functions. The main camera here films in FHD with an angle of 170 degrees, in addition, the kit includes an external camera with FHD recording and an angle of 140 degrees. The device received night photography, has a built-in microphone, speaker, GPS module, shock and motion sensor. This model has anti-glare protection, anti-sleep function, lane control, distance control and voice notifications. It can connect to smartphones or PCs via Wi-Fi, the display is 9.6 inches, and the battery is 380 mAh.
Price: average from 10,000 rubles.
Playme VEGA TOUCH
This rather expensive model from a renowned manufacturer will delight the user with the included remote camera, which has its own backlight and can be located outside the car. The device writes in FHD, has an angle of 146 degrees, and the set of sensors includes not only shock and motion sensors, but also a GPS module. The picture is displayed on a 5-inch screen. In addition, this device has a built-in radar detector that can detect K, X signals, and also works with laser radars and is oriented towards Strelka. Useful functions include speedcam (a database of traffic warnings) and voice prompts.
Price: average from 12,300 rubles.
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Expensive segment (from 10,000 rubles)
The best premium mirror DVR models of 2021 require almost no user care: they live their own lives, providing video upon the owner’s request. Maps, software, and traffic police posts are updated automatically, the quality of the shooting allows you not to strain your eyes when viewing, and, thanks to Bluetooth, the sound is output to the car speakers. We have already written in detail about the best DVR models for cars. Meet the TOP 3 ratings.
Playme VEGA
pros
- Radar detector
- G-sensor, GPS, motion sensor
- 2 cameras + others
- Two-channel HD 1080 video with restart
- Battery
Minuses
- To update you need to remove the main unit
- No night mode
From 13990 ₽
An excellent model that also works as a radar detector, and the operating temperature range is -20ºС – +65ºС. There are voice prompts if questions arise. The vertical viewing angle of the cameras is 146º, horizontally wide-angle. But at night the quality is very bad.
TrendVision MR-710GP
pros
- 128 MB memory + SD card up to 128 GB.
- Operation at -25ºС – +45ºС
- Night mode, WDR, G-sensor, motion detection
- Recording speed 60 fps. at 1920×1080
Minuses
- 1 camera
- Battery life 20 minutes
From 11790 ₽
This model allows you to record video in two modes: without breaks and looping, as well as take photos with a resolution of 1920x1080, but only from 1 camera. Night photography is of the same quality as daytime photography. If desired, you can buy and connect additional cameras.
Vizant 957NK
pros
- Touch display 7″
- Video HD1080 at 30 fps.
- Matrix 10 million pixels.
- Wi-Fi, 3G
- Radar detector
- speed on video
Minuses
- No battery
- No night mode
From 10390 ₽
This mirror immediately replaces the navigator and radar detector, and via Wi-Fi you can transmit video from the Internet to the screen. The software is updated automatically. Thanks to the slot for 2 cards, 1 can be used for downloading cards, because the native memory of 32 GB may not be enough.
Voting for the best mirror DVR from Aliexpress
Which mirror DVR on Aliexpress would you choose or recommend?
70mai Rearview Dash Cam Wide Midrive D07
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E-ACE A38
28.57 % ( 2 )
Vivilink Dash Cam 4K HF12TQ
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HGDO D466
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E-ACE A37
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HGDO D400
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E-ACE A45
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Roadgid Blick GPS Wi-Fi
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Vizant-955 VENOM
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E-ACE A20
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VVCAR-V17
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E-ACE A08 Full HD 1080P
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E-ACE A33
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AZDOME PG17
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CARCAM Z6
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Eplutus D69
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The best new mirror DVRs
Manufacturers are constantly updating the functionality of DVRs, taking into account feedback and the most important options for users. For example, many people do not like the protected recording of a video when a wheel hits a bump - and now a model without a G-sensor appears. And mirrors that have a standard set of functions are becoming cheaper.
Blackview X5
pros
- 2 cameras + connected
- 128 GB card. + battery 500 mAh.
- Touch screen
- G-sensor
Minuses
- No HD video
- No motion sensor
- Minimum temperature: -10º
From 5790 ₽
This model is simply a video recorder with a 5″ touch screen that records from two PTZ cameras. Turns on when the G-sensor is triggered. The device left on will record continuously, since there is no motion sensor.
INCAR VDR-TY-03
pros
- From 3 cameras (3-channel recording)
- Motion Detector
- SD card
- Viewing angle 170º
Minuses
- No battery
- Mirror size
- No HD
From 6990 ₽
This model broadcasts simultaneously from 3 cameras and also serves as a parking assistant. The quality of shooting is not lost due to illumination, but in the dark visibility deteriorates. The cameras start working from a motion sensor.
