uniden dash cam review Page 4

Ah, the Uniden dash cam—Australia’s answer to capturing every unexpected kangaroo hop or the odd rogue Holden on the freeway. These cams typically boast Full HD recording, loop recording, and a wide-angle lens to catch all the kerfuffle. On the plus side, they’re generally reliable, have decent night vision, and won’t break the bank, with prices ranging from about $100 to $250 AUD new. Used models might pop up on Tradingpost or CarShowroom for a bargain if you’re lucky.

Cons? Some models suffer from dodgy GPS accuracy and sometimes a fiddly menu system that feels like it was designed by a committee of confused wombats. Battery life is usually limited, so expect to hardwire it or rely on parking mode draining your car battery.

• Occasional firmware bugs requiring updates
• Limited internal storage, so supplementary microSD cards needed
• Inconsistent customer support on some models

Overall, Uniden dash cams deliver solid bang for your buck, but a quick look at ServiceCentral reviews might save you a headache or two.