VIOFO Dash Cam A119 Mini 2, STARVIS 2 Sensor, 2K 60fps/HDR 30fps Voice Control Car Dash Camera with 5GHz Wi-Fi GPS, Night Vision 2.0, 24H Parking Mode, Supercapacitor (SD Card Not Included)

Excellent video quality with very clear 2K HDR footage, even at night. The camera is compact, easy to install, and doesn’t block my view while driving. Wi-Fi connection works fast for downloading videos to my phone, and the GPS and parking mode add extra peace of mind. Reliable, high-quality dash cam — definitely worth the purchase!

Deciding on what to buy: I slaved over trying to find a quality dash cam without breaking the bank. Hours of reading reviews, I finally decided to pull the trigger on VIOFO. The Mini 2 seemed the best solution for what I was looking for. Bought a 128GB San Disk Max Endurance (only because there was a reasonable price differenced than the VIOFO equivalent), and the polarizing lens. Installation: Watched several videos on installation, I thought I needed to wire it directly into the fuse box, but after a last minute decision, I decided to use my cigarette lighter adapter (which comes with the dash cam). Recording during parking wasn't a need I had so it made sense. Installing on a 2017 Honda Pilot the lighter plugin was perfectly placed to wrap the wire around the passenger side and directly behind the dash. The cord was easily hidden, behind the dash and behind all the panels, it literally took less than 10 minutes to install. I placed the dash cam directly behind the rear view mirror so it was hidden from normal view. But if I needed to get to the dash cam I could look from below or simply move my mirror slightly to gain access to the cam. Very content with the placement. The only thing that wasn't to my liking was how it stuck to the windshield. After placing as per the installation guide, I looked from the outside and noticed there was a reasonably large bubble in the center of the glue pad. I was able to easily pull it off so I retried to stick it on again. Similar results. However after almost a month of use, I have had no issues with it falling off. Time will tell. They do provide a second glue pad in the kit so if it falls off, I'll probably use the new pad. Daily Use: Most of the settings were great out of the box. I think I increased the resolution a little, didn't max that in fear of issues or exceptionally large files. Also set the wifi to 5.8 (I guess that's equivalent to wifi6?). I turned recording audio off as I didn't see that as a need we had. I think that's all I changed. Every time I start up the car, within a few seconds it makes the start up noise and then proceeds to tell me it is recording. Felt like the start up time was very reasonable. After turning off the car, it makes a shutoff noise. No issues in usage. We did go over some rough patch on the interstate through a construction zone and it indicated it was going to lock the recording. Has only happened through that stretch of road so I didn't reduce the accident sensitivity. Felt like that's a good option. Mobile App: Many reviews of other products indicated poor mobile app quality. I must say that I have found the app to be very stable. To connect your phone to the dash cam, hold down the wifi button and it will enable the wifi. I think recording has to be stopped for that to work. Use your phone to connect and you can now make configuration settings to the cam as well as select videos/images to download. My settings save a file every 3 minutes. And with my higher resolution setting, the video files are around 553MB each. Downloading files seemed very fast, consistent, with no issues. I believe you can watch the videos directly streaming from the cam or when you download them you can watch them from the app even if you are not connected to the cam. So far, no issues. One surprising fact was when playing back a recording in the app, at the bottom of the screen it shows the movement of the car on a map. Thought that was a nice little feature. Quality of the video: I'm very content with the quality of the video. The video is crisp, clear both day and night. No issues. Overall: Installation was fast and easy. Daily usage I've had zero issues. Mobile app is easy to use and have no issues. A great buy! Definitely recommend the the Mini 2. Will be buying more for the rest of my families cars.

This is a pretty good device for the price. I installed one in my secondary vehicle I only drive occasionally, mostly during the day, and am impressed with its size and mount design. Features are good and it supports massive memory cards would should aid with longevity if you plan to record high bitrate (you should, license plates aren't legible unless you do.) Yhe HDR is worth it over 60FPS as well. I ordered a CPL for the lens too since it is almost always driven during the day, and it helps but is not a great quality CPL, taking a long time to find an adequate sweet spot. The real issue is it doesn't mount far enough from the lens to entirely remove reflections at the edges, such as the A-pillar, but it adequately eliminates the dash reflections. My primary negatives are the low volume is still really loud, and you can't actually disable the GPS unless you plug directly into the camera and not the GPS module (which is part of the mount so it has to be attached to the camera.) Other annoying things are you can't modify Wi-Fi settings so having it on and running a default password of 12345678 is a security concern. No firmware updates in nearly a year, so no real support for this thing since it launched last Fall. Overall good but for $30-$40 more I'll stick to and recommend 70MAI 800/810 for my daily vehicle and what I install for friends and family because it's significantly superior for little more, and while the CPL is double the price it is much higher quality.

This is a really good dash cam. The video quality is excellent both day and night and it has had no issues in the almost year since I've installed it. I'm thoroughly surprised at how well it's held up in the heat, I installed it last fall and was a bit worried that the adhesion might fail in the summer, or that the device may overhead, but I've had no issues with either thus far. Install was pretty straightforward, I got the additional cable so it could be hardwired in, and while I wasn't able to get the always-on passive monitoring to work for me I'm pretty sure that's just due to a lack of understanding on my part and the confusing work of Volkswagen cars. I ended up routing the wires along the top edge of the windscreen, through the front driver side pillar, and down into the power box. The device itself is very small, and easy to hide behind the mirror or another part of the car where it won't obstruct your view, which is ideal in my opinion. The final result in my vehicle was a nearly invisible dash cam with only a couple inches of exposed wires, nothing blocking my view while driving but the whole thing is easy to access if needed.

This is my 3rd DashCam. The prior 2 were made by other manufacturers and only lasted a short number of years. My research indicates this VIOFO camera is more reliable and is based on a capacitor, not a battery, which tends to have a shorter life in hot climates. I had no difficulty wiring the camera using an Amazon supplied CERRXIAN OBD Power Cable for Dash Camera OBD2 to Type C Adapter Hardwire Charger Cable. I also installed one of the VIOFO recommended 128G MicroSDX cards for reliability. The image quality is very good. Very clear images, but reading number plates of fast moving cars at a distance is a challenge for even the best camera. The STARVIS 2 Sensor is particularly impressive at night. But requires running at 30fps. However, the 60fps images can look more pixelated than the 30fps images. There are lots of setup parameters and operating options. Having a 5GHZ wireless connection option is essential for downloading large video files. I bought 2 of these cameras. One stopped working after a couple of days. VIOFO technical support sent me instruction to get it restated. This did not work out. They responded by sending me a complete replacement. The VIOFO technical support was pleasant to deal with. I like the way the camera announces "recording started" each time the camera restarts. This adds confidence. The camera is small and hides behind my rearview mirror. I can't see the camera screen while driving. I also like being able to talk to the camera (voice commands), such as "take photo" or "video start". This easier than pushing small buttons and has been reliable.

Would you like to waste your time, effort, and possibly your entire life savings? Then CONGRATULATIONS! You have found the PERFECT Dash Cam. Totaled your Daily, but it’s not your fault? You better hope & pray you’ve got a witness! 🥸 Because this camera has the recording capability equivalent to a pile of cow excrement! It’s just absolutely FANTASTIC! I cannot say enough about this product 🖤 Viofo is just, the best brand ever. For a limited time, fork over a Benjamin and a Jackson, and YOU could be the owner of your very own Viofo Mini 2! Also known as a “Dash Cam,” (per their phrasing)- This hunk of forward-thinking technology serves best as a Brick—And nOTHING MORE! 🥳 What a JOKE! TLDR: People treat “small” cars like garbage on the road, even if they’re fast. I’ve had multiple aggressive altercations, every single day (amounting to over 50 since installation), but this “camera” hasn’t captured ANY of them! YAY!! ~ From RV’s trying to run us off the road while we’re passing, to work trailers nearly clipping our fenders, all the way over to cars reversing into me for insurance fraud. I encounter absurd altercations EVERY DAY when I leave the house, and it’s never just one. Since installation a couple months ago, I’ve encountered at least 40 aggressive drivers. The last straw was the SUV that reversed into me out of sheer bruised-ego. *Did this VIOFO Mini 2 catch any of it? NOPE! Lmao!! After cutting across 3 lanes to cut me off, I laid on the horn, so he reversed into my vehicle—And I have no “Recording!” proof. *Did VIOFO even catch his reverse lights turning on? NOPE!! What about the cut off? NOPE!! Maybe even their plate after? NOPE!!! It glitched out AGAIN, saving the same 10 second clip from a mile beforehand OVER a dozen times, 100% ensuring that I would have 0 video evidence for ANY issues, for as long as that recording loop was stuck. If you feel like risking your car, go for it! Click Add to Cart! It’ll only be the most expensive decision of your life! Even if your car was the one hit! 😁👍 ***If I wanted a Movie Prop, I could make one for MUCH cheaper than what VIOFO produces. What’d you do, have AI design you a Dash Cam? Do better 🤡 Think MUCH harder!

After my Nexar dash cam had an expanded battery, I started looking for a new dash cam. I no longer wanted to be with Nexar because of their products becoming hit or miss and them no longer offering cloud video storage for free. I did quite a bit of research on various dash cams and heard lots of good things about the VIOFO. I purchased the A119 Mini 2 along with a Samsung EVO 512GB microSD card. I've currently been using it for 10 months. Setup was quick and the setup guide was easy to follow. I was very satisfied with the quality of the product as well as the size of the color display. The menus are easy to navigate and the information bar that's burned into the recording is fully customizable. You can add or remove speed to the recording which is nice depending on if you want speed evidence in your video! ;) I do appreciate that the display turns off after a specified time, which prevents screen burn-in. The included cable was the perfect size to run inside the interior trim down to under my center console for power. The app has worked fine for me; however, I find it easiest to remove the microSD and offload to a computer whenever I desire footage. One thing I dislike about this is that the only mounting option available is adhesive to your windshield. However, it was not able to come off my windshield at all. The unit comes with 2 sheets of clear adhesive to stick between the dash cam and the windshield. One of the videos is of a hit-and-run suspect where the dark grey Lincoln MKZ at the end of the video hits a car off-camera and makes a U-turn. You can hear where they side-swiped the car next to me. The photo includes the information that is embedded in the bottom of the recordings. All in all, I am very happy with my purchase and have recommended this unit to others!

Update 11/1/23 Changed my rate to 3 starts because of good customer service. Customer service reached out to me and sent me a new camera they said they tested before shipping. I had to send back the first defective camera to their service center. The new camera had the same voice activated command problem. No matter how I spoke... soft, loud, slow, fast, even had my wife try, the "video start" command worked maybe once out of 15 tries. The other voice activated commands work ok. Customer service wanted me to send them a video of the problem. I've already devoted enough time and back and forth emails to this issue. Not paying for features that don't work. I returned it via Amazon for a refund. There's other reviews of the "video start" command not working reliably so it's an issue with the camera firmware. Its a good 2k camera for the price point if voice recognition commands worked. Original Review: Great camera with very good video and doesn't take up much windshield real estate. Lots of user options. WiFi easily connected to my android phone. 5G option is nice for faster video downloads. The app is ok. Nothing special. All camera settings can be done via the app. The update firmware option does nothing. Con: The voice command a great option but unreliable and buggy. The dashcam has a list of voice commands it recognizes. Some work, some don't no matter how clearly you speak. As example " video start" never worked. The other strange thing is recording mode has to be stopped before entering the settings mode. Ok I get the reason why. However, select settings mode the record mode turns back on. In record mode the camera randomly repeats "recording" every couple of minutes. Turning record off and on fixes it. I did update the firmware but didn't fix the problems. The built in display is very small and only somewhat useful to set the camera angle. The live video can be viewed on your phone so the dashcam display isn't of much use. Haven't decided yet to keep the camera. Don't like paying for options that don't work. If using voice commands isn't important there are other dashcams for less money that are comparable.

I bought this VIOFO Dash Cam Front A119 Mini 2 for my new car after seeing it recommended repeatedly on Reddit, and after using it for a few weeks, I can understand why people rate it highly. The installation process was easier than I expected overall. I watched a few YouTube videos beforehand, and the included long wire made cable routing much cleaner inside the car. I was able to hide most of the wiring around the trim instead of having cables hanging everywhere, which made the final setup look much more factory-like. The only part I did not enjoy was dealing with the 3M sticker during installation. Removing and positioning it properly was a little more annoying than expected, especially since you want to get the placement right the first time. Performance-wise, I have not had any issues so far. It powers on properly, records consistently, and has been working reliably during daily driving. Since a dashcam is something you hopefully never need but absolutely want working when you do, reliability matters more than fancy features to me. I think this is a solid option for people looking for a dependable dashcam without overcomplicating things. If having a completely wire-free setup matters to you, it may still be worth checking for wireless alternatives first. But if you are okay spending a little time on installation, this has been working well for me until now.

Excelente dashcam. Lo compré después de investigar mucho y las Viofo siempre sale como la mejor en calidad de imagen, resolución y resistencia al calor y al paso del tiempo. Ni siquiera las 4 k tienen más resolución. Es más cara que las demás pero porque simplemente es la mejor. De qué sirve otra si no puedes distinguir unas placas o detalles importantes. La recomiendo totalmente.

Video quality is as expected...

My first dash cam and I'm really impressed. The app is abit here and there but it works and that's what you need. Viofo is very good with keeping up with firmware updates so that's a plus too. I've ordered the polarising lens on eBay as it's not on Amazon so I'll be putting that on later on and see how it compares as I'm a day time driver. other than that it's great for my first dashcam alot of settings. still figuring a few things out but it's great.

The video is of good quality with such a mini size dash cam. As a senior, I did a lot of research before choosing this Viofo A119 mini 2. Happy with my purchase and recommending others to use this for road safety. Now my wife has a peace of mind because it will automatically turn on and the parking mode monitoring will be on after the ignition of the vehicle is turned off. It can provide peace of mind by recording my drives automatically. It helps protect me by capturing video evidence in case of accidents, disputes, or even minor incidents, which can be crucial for insurance claims or police reports. It acts as a "silent witness," providing clear video evidence in collisions, hit-and-runs, or even traffic stops, which can streamline insurance claims and reduce stress from "he said, she said" arguments. At the size of a car key, it's easy to mount behind the rear-view mirror without blocking the driver's sightline—a crucial feature for seniors who may already deal with reduced peripheral vision or prefer a clutter-free windshield. Installation is straightforward via a simple adhesive mount and Type-C USB connection to the car's cigarette lighter, minimizing hassle (though professional help is an option if needed). With the HK4 hardwire kit which I purchased separately and installed to my 2024 crosstrek (see attached fuse slots #17 ACC and #32 battery), it enables motion-activated parking surveillance to monitor the car 24/7, deterring theft and capturing evidence—adding security for seniors who park in public spaces. The supercapacitor design (no battery) ensures it works in extreme temperatures (-4°F to 149°F) without failure, and it's built to last without ongoing maintenance. Overall, at an affordable price point (around CAD$1500–$180), the A119 Mini 2 combines pro-level performance with senior-focused simplicity, making it a smart, low-maintenance investment for safer, stress-free driving. After using it for a few days, I have the following tips to share with others. Maintenance - Format every few months for smooth performance. Maintenance: Wipe the lens monthly; update firmware via the app for new features. Battery Protection: It draws little power but I will unplug if leaving the vehicle for my vacation days. It is Still Recording When the Screen Turns Off. The dash cam is still recording even after the screen turns off after a few minutes. This is a built-in screen saver feature designed to save battery and prevent the LCD from overheating or draining power unnecessarily during long drives. The camera continues looping video in the background without interruption ; if you'd prefer the screen to stay on longer, you can adjust the screen saver timer in the settings menu (options like Off, 1 minute, 3 minutes, etc.) Last but not the least, the after sales service is excellent with good support from Layla. Thanks