Dash cam duos: Top budget picks under £95 for UK drivers

Buying a dash cam is not difficult if you pay attention to the right parameters. First, you need to consider the maximum recording resolution and the camera's field of view. In both cases, the rule is that the more, the better. A wide-angle lens will more accurately capture the situation in front of or behind the car, and with high resolution, it will be easier to see important details. The golden standard here is Full HD, which is 1920x1080 pixels.

Additionally, features such as a GPS module, which will position the recording not only in time but also in space and record the vehicle's speed, and a Wi-Fi module, which allows quick and easy playback of the recording without reaching for the memory card from the recorder, will come in handy. Many devices also have a night mode function, which adjusts the recording parameters to low-light conditions.

Manufacturers increasingly offer two cameras, allowing you to record what happens in front of and behind the car. This makes parking easier. That is why we decided to check which are the 3 most popular tandems for less than £95.

The XBLITZ S3 Duo set is the cheapest contender in our ranking, and this is reflected in the resolution of the front camera's recording, which is 1080x720 pixels. There is also no wireless communication module here, so a memory card reader is necessary. The viewing angle is 140 degrees. The device also offers a night mode. The motion detection feature allows the camera to start automatically when someone, for example, walks in front of the car. For instance, the rear camera can be activated by putting the car in reverse. The image is displayed on an LCD screen with a resolution of 2.4 inches.

The NAVITEL MR450 GPS dash cam has a main camera with a 160-degree viewing angle and records in Full HD resolution. It is equipped with Wi-Fi and GPS modules. But that's not all, as it is in the form of a rearview mirror and has many interesting features. It shows speed, as well as information about speed cameras and bus lanes. The G-sensor detects a collision or other sudden event and secures the recorded material from being overwritten. The rear camera has a 100-degree viewing angle and is mounted to the rear window using 3M tape.

The last suggestion is the XBLITZ S10 Duo, where the front camera has a 150-degree viewing angle and the rear camera – 120 degrees. The main camera records videos in Full HD resolution, and the image is displayed on a 2.4-inch LCD screen. Smart solutions have been applied here in the form of a magnetic connector that allows easy mounting and dismounting of the device, and in the reversing camera mode, guide lines are shown. The G-sensor function will automatically secure the video file in the event of a traffic incident. The Sony Stravis sensor takes care of the high quality of night recordings. Files can be viewed on the display screen or the camera can be connected to a computer via a miniUSB cable.