10 Best Budget DVRs

According to owners, Artway AV-600 is the best budget DVR due to sufficient brightness of the high-resolution display and the second camera included in the package. The device installed in the cabin in the form of an overlay on a car mirror does not attract attention from the street at all. There is a "parking" mode - when you turn on the reverse gear, a remote camera with a trajectory marking will help you track the safe movement of the car. The assembly is of a fairly high quality - all plastic parts fit well, the seams are even and neat. At the same time, the DVR has a drawback - it easily overheats. An inexpensive Artway model can “freeze” on hot days, and at the same time it is completely unsuitable for severe frosts.

A budget mirror-style DVR with a large display that captures the best quality at any time of the day thanks to a lens with 5 glass lenses and an infrared filter. An additional camera (Full HD) for outdoor installation allows you to track events behind the car, and when reversing, it acts as a video parking assistant. Recording is performed cyclically, starts after the car ignition is turned on and continues until the external power is turned off, after which the “sleep” mode is activated and operation from the internal battery. The extremely convenient touch control on the display has one drawback - prints remain on the surface of the mirror. At the same time, the screen size is quite impressive (7 inches), which makes the model the best among the presented DVRs in this parameter.

Affordable car DVR will provide the best video quality at any time of the day with a SONY sensor with a sensitivity of 12 million pixels, a glass lens and a wide viewing angle. The device has a built-in sensitive microphone for good quality audio recording. Users of the new R600 QUAD HD in their reviews note the high detail of objects in the frame, the legibility of license plates, including when recording in low light conditions. The compact gadget fits well behind the rear-view mirror of the car and will not distract the driver's attention. The advantage of the budget NAVITEL model is the presence of a built-in battery that provides recording of events in parking lots (up to 11 minutes of recording).

A car DVR with a video matrix that is quite effective for its price provides the best recording quality both day and night.This model is distinguished from other inexpensive analogues by the support for Wi-Fi connection and the presence of a GPS module. The device is easily connected to a smartphone - you can manage settings, view video recordings, parameters of coordinates and auto speed. When the ignition is off, the device enters the “sleep” mode, and when the shock sensor is triggered, shooting automatically starts. Judging by the reviews of the owners, in the budget model R2 they are especially pleased with the compact size and ease of installation. Despite the Russian menu, some have difficulty setting it up.

One of the main advantages of Playme TAU is the presence of a quick-release magnetic mount, which was appreciated by users who prefer not to leave the device in a closed car. In their reviews, they confirm that it takes no more than a couple of seconds to install / remove, while the fastener securely fixes the device while driving. The car dvr's large lens consists of 6 lenses, which guarantees the best image quality and an excellent coverage angle of 170°.On the footage, you can see the smallest details even outside the roadway thanks to the support of Full HD resolution, which is provided by a 2 megapixel matrix. To ensure the safety of important material, the DVR has a G-sensor that blocks overwriting. The large 3-inch screen makes it easy to control settings or view videos. The maximum possible size of micro SD cards supported by this budget device does not exceed 64 GB.

Despite the fact that the HARPER DVHR-410 video recorder is presented in the budget segment, it is distinguished by its reliable assembly and high recording quality. The captured video can be safely used as an evidence base confirming the legitimacy of the owner's actions. The material recorded by the DVR is of high definition, which allows you to see even the smallest details. The model is equipped with a 3-inch screen, motion sensor and built-in battery. Automatic inclusion of the DVR HARPER DVHR-410 is carried out simultaneously with the ignition of the car.Feedback from users of this inexpensive device is usually positive. The device is reliable in operation, does not interfere with the review and does its job perfectly.

Easy to use and inexpensive, the DVR mounts directly on the windshield, while it has a pretty decent 140° capture angle. The compact size of the Digma FreeDrive 107 allows you not to close the driver's view, occupying a minimum of usable space. Full HD (30 fps) video recording is stored on a memory card with a maximum size of 32 GB. In their reviews, the owners of this car gadget positively characterize the ability to record audio and the presence of a motion detector. The device is easy to set up and easy to manage. The only thing that this budget DVR causes criticism is the insufficiently high quality of night shooting.

The inexpensive model of the LEXAND LR40 video recorder presented in our rating enjoys well-deserved popularity among consumers. In their reviews, they highlight the wide range of functionality of this device. The device is equipped with a motion sensor and a Li-Ion battery, which can always be recharged from the car network. The extended package of the device has everything you need to use this gadget as an Action-camera. The presence of a 1,000,000-pixel matrix in this DVR guarantees the best shooting quality regardless of the surrounding conditions and time of day. You can view the footage on a 1.5-inch display, but it is better to display the image on a computer monitor using a USB cable. The only “weak” point of the LEXAND LR40 DVR is the viewing angle. Most owners consider this characteristic not the best.

Compact and inexpensive, the DVR is great for continuous filming of events happening in front of the car. One of the best characteristics of the model is the absence of its own monitor - nothing distracts the driver from the road. The shooting is carried out in a fairly decent quality, but the viewing angle is far from ideal. Despite the budget segment, Xiaomi 70mai Dash Cam Midrive D01 has a wireless interface. This allows you to get a reliable pairing with the owner's smartphone or tablet via Wi-Fi. Not only settings and controls will be available, but also options such as viewing information recorded on a memory card. A modern device supports up to 64 Gb of memory, has a built-in battery (rather modest - only 240 mA * h). Reviews are generally positive. If the first owners talked about the need for firmware to Russify the device, now this problem does not exist - the manufacturer quickly fixed everything.The quality of shooting, both day and night, is a frank pleasure - it is simply excellent for an inexpensive DVR.

An inexpensive DVR processes images from two cameras at the same time. The main one takes pictures of the road, and the other camera of the one-piece device can be deployed in the opposite direction - to record events in the car interior. SilverStone F1 NTK-60F is the best option for driving school training cars, taxis and commercial vehicles. Durability, optical quality, stylish design - the perfect combination of a budget device. Reviews of the majority of owners unanimously confirm the profitability of this acquisition. Video from cameras is automatically transferred to the memory card. Unfortunately, it is not possible to install a card larger than 32 GB.