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Dash cams with WiFi for UK drivers

A front dash cam records the road ahead every time you drive. Most models record in short clips and overwrite the oldest ones when the memory card is full, so you never have to clear the card by hand. Our compact cameras connect to your phone over WiFi, so you can watch and save a clip without taking the card out.

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Compact WiFi dash cam with 2-inch screen (product photo)

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What to look for in a front dash cam

  • Resolution and lens. Full HD (1920 x 1080) is the usual standard for a front camera. A wide lens, typically 140 to 170 degrees, takes in more of the road but makes distant number plates smaller in the picture.
  • Screen or app. A camera with its own screen is easier to aim and set up in the car. A camera without a screen is smaller and hides better behind the mirror, but you set it up and watch clips in a phone app over the camera's WiFi.
  • Memory card. Dash cams record to a microSD card, which is usually sold separately. Check the largest card size the camera accepts and format the card in the camera before the first drive.
  • Mount. Adhesive mounts hold firmly and sit close to the glass. Suction mounts are easy to move between cars but can drop off in hot or cold weather.
  • Power. Most dash cams run from the 12V socket with the supplied lead. For recording while the car is parked, see Dash cam parking mode explained.

Where to fit it

The Highway Code says windscreens MUST be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision, and an MOT tester can fail a car if something significantly affects the driver's view through the area the wipers sweep. The usual place is behind the rear-view mirror, high up and out of your line of sight. Our guide Are dash cams legal in the UK? covers the rules in detail.

Front only or front and rear?

A front camera covers the most common incidents, such as someone pulling out in front of you. If you also want a record of what happens behind the car, look at our front and rear dash cams or a mirror dash cam.

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Mini WiFi dash cam without screen (product photo)

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Frequently asked questions

Are dash cams legal in the UK?

Yes. There is no law against using a dash cam in a private car in the UK. The camera must not block your view of the road, and you must not handle it while driving. Read Are dash cams legal in the UK? for the details on mounting.

Is a memory card included with your dash cams?

Not unless the product page lists one under what is in the box. Use a microSD card within the size limit given in the specifications, and format it in the camera before you start recording.

Do I need a dash cam with a screen?

No. A camera without a screen is set up and checked in a phone app over WiFi, and it is smaller behind the mirror. A screen is handy if you want to check the picture and change settings in the car without your phone.