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The best place for a dashcam is usually high on the windscreen, behind or close to the rear-view mirror, where it sees the road without blocking your view. Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is our compact pick for that position.
Quick answer
Choose a small camera that can sit high behind the mirror: Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is the least visually intrusive option here. VIOFO A229 Pro suits drivers wanting front-and-rear coverage, Nextbase 622GW offers a screen and suction-mount option, while Garmin X310 is the clearer fit when a built-in display matters.
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Best for discreet placement behind the mirror
Drawback: There is no built-in display for checking alignment in the car.
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Best for front-and-rear coverage
Drawback: Routing the rear-camera cable makes installation more involved.
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Best for flexible mounting
Drawback: Its body and screen are more noticeable than a screenless mini camera.
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Best for a compact camera with a screen
Drawback: The display makes it less hidden than the Mini 3.
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Best for a small wedge-style installation
Drawback: A single-channel camera does not record the rear view.
| Official manufacturer imageGarmin Dash Cam Mini 3 | Official manufacturer imageVIOFO A229 Pro 2CH | Official manufacturer imageNextbase 622GW | Official manufacturer imageGarmin Dash Cam X310 | Official manufacturer imageVIOFO VS1 | |
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| Front resolution | 1080p | 4K | 4K | 4K | 2K |
| Rear camera | No | 2K | Optional | No | No |
| Built-in display | No | Yes | 3-inch | 2.4-inch | No |
| Front field of view | 140° | 140° | 140° | 140° | 140° |
| Placement profile | Very discreet | Wedge | Visible screen | Compact screen | Mini wedge |
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Common questions
Usually high behind or beside the rear-view mirror, within the wipers' swept area and outside the driver's direct view. Check the exact camera manual and confirm the lens still has a clear road view.
Yes, if the camera, mount and cable do not obstruct the driver's view and the lens is not blocked by the mirror housing or windscreen shading.
A position near the horizontal centre usually produces balanced footage, but visibility and legality come first. Mount it high enough to avoid becoming a significant obstruction.
Adhesive mounts are usually smaller and more stable; suction mounts are easier to move between vehicles. Use only a mount approved for the exact camera and clean the glass before fitting.
Keep exploring
The Nextbase 622GW is our balanced UK pick for its detailed recording, stabilisation and accessible touchscreen. Garmin Mini 3 suits a discreet fit, while VIOFO A329S covers the front and rear at high resolution.
A dual-camera kit is the direct choice when you want the road ahead and traffic behind in the same recording system. Check rear resolution and cable length, not just the headline front-camera specification.
The 622GW has the strongest recording specification in this trio; the 522GW keeps the large touchscreen and polarising filter at 2K, while the 322GW covers the essentials.
Start with the coverage you need: a discreet front camera for the road ahead, or a front-and-rear system for evidence from both directions. Our guides then narrow the choice by installation, connectivity and brand.