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A truck driver is blamed first and asked questions later. These cameras record more angles for more hours, so your side of the story is on file.
Updated October 2026 · Picks based on published specifications and independent tests. How we choose
Longest recording time
Records to an external SSD up to 4 TB, so days of driving stay on file before anything is overwritten.
Best coverage
Four cameras in one system: road ahead, two interior views, and behind.
Best 3-camera value
4K on the road ahead, a cab camera and a rear camera, with cards up to 1 TB.
| Feature | VIOFO A329S | Vantrue N5S | Vantrue N4 Pro S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front video | 4K at 60 fps front-only; 4K at 30 fps multi-camera | 2.7K (1944p) | 4K |
| Rear camera | 2K, Sony STARVIS 2 | Rear road camera, STARVIS 2 | 2.5K (1440p) |
| Cabin camera | Optional 2K (3-channel version) | Front-cabin and rear-cabin cameras | 1080p with infrared |
| Front sensor | Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 | Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 (all four) | Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 |
| Storage | microSD plus external SSD up to 4 TB | microSD up to 1 TB | microSD up to 1 TB |
| Parking mode | Buffered, time-lapse, low-bitrate; needs HK6 kit | Buffered; needs 3-wire hardwire kit | Buffered, low-bitrate; needs hardwire kit |
| Wi-Fi / GPS | Wi-Fi 6 and GPS | 5 GHz Wi-Fi and GPS | 5 GHz Wi-Fi and GPS |
| Extras | 2.4-inch screen, hybrid parking recording | Voice control, 3-inch screen, optional LTE module | Voice control, 3.19-inch screen, optional LTE module |
| Price | Check price | Check price | Check price |
Storage first. Long shifts fill small cards in hours. Look for 1 TB card support or SSD recording so a full week is still there when you need it.
Vehicle voltage. Many trucks run 24V systems. Check that the power adapter or hardwire kit you buy supports your vehicle's voltage before you connect it.
Rear camera cable length. Kits are designed for cars. In a long cab or a van, measure the cable route first; a rear camera on a trailer is not practical with these consumer kits.
Company and legal rules. If you drive for a fleet, ask before fitting your own camera. Cab-facing cameras and audio recording are regulated differently from country to country.
A dash cam is only as reliable as the card and power feeding it.
Yes, the cameras themselves work in any vehicle. Check two things first: that the power supply supports your truck's voltage, and that the rear camera cable is long enough for your cab.
It depends on resolution and the number of cameras. A multi-camera system recording all day can use well over 100 GB per shift, so large cards or SSD recording make sense for long-haul work.
It is optional. A cab camera can show you were attentive before a crash, which helps in a dispute. Some fleets require them and some drivers prefer not to have one; check your company policy.
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