Vantrue N2X Dash Cam Review

The Vantrue N2X dash cam has been around since 2024, but continued firmware support and a capable feature set help keep it relevant. Instead of the conventional front-and-rear combination, it simultaneously records the road and vehicle interior. This makes its intended audience clear, but how well does it perform? After testing it for two weeks, here is my review.

Front and centre

The front camera records at up to 1944p/30fps alongside the 1080p/30fps cabin camera, with both using Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and HDR to help preserve important details.

Daytime footage looks clear and colourful, with registration plates remaining readable in most conditions. I opted for the maximum resolution during the bulk of my testing, as I preferred the added clarity, particularly when looking at objects farther away.

There is also a 1440p/60fps front-camera option, which drivers regularly travelling at higher speeds may prefer the smoother capture when trying to identify passing vehicles, but I think 1944p is the better all-round choice.

Night footage remains usable, although moving plates and bright headlights present a greater challenge. Those doing significant amounts of nighttime driving may find that a model with stronger low-light plate capture is worth the extra $ investment.

Inside information

The interior camera records at 1080p and has a wide 165-degree viewing angle. It is visibly softer than the front recording, but faces and activity around the cabin remain clear enough for its intended purpose.

Four infrared LEDs allow the camera to continue recording the interior in complete darkness. The resulting footage is black and white and naturally less detailed, but still useful.

For taxi and rideshare drivers, this additional perspective could be very valuable. Personally, I prefer a dedicated rear camera, but I’m not the target audience here. Privacy controls allow the cabin camera and audio recording to be disabled when they aren’t wanted.

Simpler by design

Installation is significantly easier than a front-and-rear system because there is no cable to route through the entire vehicle. The 2” display makes positioning and changing settings straightforward without becoming distracting while driving.

The magnetic mount has remained stable and makes removing the camera quick and easy. I’ve also had no issues connecting through the Vantrue app, and 5 GHz WiFi helps clips transfer relatively quickly. Voice commands work reliably, too, providing a hands-free method of protecting important footage. GPS is built into the supplied mount, allowing speed, location, and route information to be recorded alongside footage.

Parking surveillance requires continuous power, with Vantrue’s separately sold hardwire kit being the most straightforward option. The CPL filter and LTE module are also optional, with the latter requiring a mobile data plan. Buyers must provide their own microSD card, with capacities up to 512 GB supported.

Disclosure: Review sample provided by Vantrue.