Thinkware - U3000

I have this and it's pretty bomb : https://www.bestbuy.com/site/thinkware-u3000-4k-uhd-front-and-2k-qhd-rear-dash-cam-with-built-in-gps-wifi-and-radar-black/6552793.p?skuId=6552793

I have the Thinkware U3000 2 channel. It fits my needs but I miss the screen my viofo a129 pro had. The rear camera on the Thinkware fits under my rear sunshade which is why I went with this one.

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I have U3000 and night vision is great. I was rear ended 3 days after install at night and footage shows every expression on the ladies face as she slammed into me. Tech support is amazing, I work in IT and deal with support companies all day and THINKWARE support is better than 90% of computer software vendors

THINKWARE U3000 just purchased a pair for both cars. 3 days after install was rear ended, was amazed at quality of video as I had not even installed the app or checked video before. Tech support was super good and explained how to transfer video to PC, as I did not want to lose anything by missing a step. The obo connection and parking mode efficiency help me chose after weeks of research. Called a couple installers and same model was in their top 2

Yes my crash was at night and rear camera which is only 2K had what I consider perfect night vision. I could clearly see her facial expressions as she plowed into the back of my car. I install commercial security cameras and license plate recognition is challenging with fixed 4k cameras with much bigger lenses and ccd chips with parked cars and fixed cameras. So I put little faith in Internet reviews claiming brand xyz can read license plates better than 123 so this did not influence my choice. No I have never done side by side tests in a controlled environment between brands which I never found online only options. I am happy with my choice. So buy whatever brand you trust, your money your car

Thinkware U3000: I just purchased two and can't be happier. As an IT guy, I spent a ton of time reading forums like this to narrow down the list. Then, I spoke with a couple of local installers and the two big online dashcam stores about installation and warranty-related issues and made my choice. Price was not a big factor in my decision, as I like the features and simple design. The OBO connector installation would be simple for installers, and the parking mode is energy-saving radar stuff. It is currently on sale for $479, which is about what I paid at the end of the December sale. It is also available online without sales tax or shipping. I had them installed on a Saturday in the middle of January, and on Tuesday, I was rear-ended. I had not even installed the app on my phone. I pulled out the memory card and put it in my PC. I was actually impressed with the video quality during my daily driving before the accident. The nighttime footage of me being stopped at a signal light, the car never slowing down, and the details of the driver's face were amazing. I install 4K 8mg security cameras for business and never thought my dashcams would be as good as they are. I called tech support to ensure best practices to save the footage since I had not had time to load the app, and they answered in minutes and were super helpful.

THINKWARE U3000 with OBD ii cable has the best parking mode function with dual radar to identify activity. They just released U3000 Pro with HDR and improved rear camera. I have 2 of them and very happy with quality and support. Ordering the Pro for my new car next week with OBD as well

I have (2) THINKWARE U3000 dual Dashcams and consider them excellent. Customer service is next level too. Parking mode with the OBD ii connector and dual radar provides the longest parking protection without buying expensive battery pack. I just sold my Honda so selling my U3000 and buying the U3000 Pro to install in new car next week. So yes happy user. But now 3rd. Camera, and no brand is going to give you that 360 view. If interior camera was wide angle never be in focus inside and outside, lenses don’t work like that

I have a Thinkware U3000 2ch, love it overall, great at reading license plates

It’s a lot better compared to cams I’ve had in the past, especially with the rear cam / no headlights. I decided to turn off Super Night Vision when I first got it (Idk if I heard it’s improved since then?). Parking mode works perfectly with the OBD port, I will note that it doesn’t seem to be buffered.

I actually mainly had lower end Thinkwares, so go figure… but it was well worth the investment. I’ve never had a proper setup with parking mode before but motion detection works very well and I attibute that in part to the RADAR

I use a Thinkware U3000 2ch plugged into the OBD port on my car. It did fully catch a hit and run in parking mode earlier this year. I plugged it in directly on a 1999 Honda CR-V for over a year and now on an 04 cr-v and I’ve never had any battery issues with it

In my WRX I use a Garmin DashCam Mini 2.  In my Outback I use a Thinkware U3000 dual camera setup with Thinkware iVolt Mini battery for parking mode.  Thinkware setup is excellent and has advanced parking mode features. Garmin is good enough for when you just need a camera while you are driving.   I typically use the Outback for road trips. WRX is driven much less and I did not find the bulkier/more expensive Thinkware setup to be necessary for how I use it. 

I have a Thinkware U3000 4K UHD Dual-Channel Dash Cam, and I like it pretty well. The app can be a bit of a pain in the rear. ETA: It has 24/7 recording options.

I have a Thinkware U3000 dual-cam setup connected to a Powercell 8 LiFePo4 external battery. This setup allows me to use the dashcam's parking modes without worrying about draining the car's 12V battery . The external battery lasts for several days or weeks depending on how much activity it detects. LiFePo4 batteries are safer, mode durable and can withstand extreme temperatures. They're ideal for use with dashcams.

I just got the thinkware U3000 front and rear and it’s honestly real sleek. It records while the truck is parked and the video quality is excellent. You can download the footage straight from the app. Haven’t had any issues so far.

Thinkware U3000 is best right now for parking mode and battery drain I believe. Get a Powercell 8 as well, hardwired, and you should be good to go.