Xiaomi DVRs gained great popularity. Despite the young age of the company, its products are in great demand because of the wide functionality and reasonable cost, which throws famous competitors with a more modest bundle back. Of the released DVRs, there are several of the most common models that many drivers liked, who have the best price and features. Find out the rating of the best Xiaomi video recorders for the highway, city and other traffic situations.
The best DVRs from the main company Xiaomi
The Chinese manufacturer produces products in several versions. The main part is developed and assembled on the working areas of the main plant. This ensures high build quality and reliable performance. The leader here are the following models.
Xiaomi Mijia Car DVR Camera Black - the best combination of price and quality
The model combines a heavy-duty case without a cable and adapters, where a wide-diaphragm camera is mounted on one side and a 2.7-inch display on the second. On the lower side panel is a power button and a USB connector.
The center provides for mounting to the bracket on the suction cup. The ball mechanism allows you to adjust any angle of view or fully expand the camera if necessary.
Pros:
- mechanical buttons are completely absent, all control is carried out by sensors;
- on the wide screen, you can immediately see the traffic situation and find out the details without the need to connect to a large computer monitor;
- the most affordable price, given the quality of the camera (1800 rubles);
- Recording is activated automatically after starting the ignition;
- touch buttons are displayed under the body, so do not "eat up" part of the screen;
- in the event of a collision, the emergency storage of the footage and its reproduction in several folders are triggered;
- supports work with memory cards up to 32 GB;
- SONY sensor in technology;
- a viewing angle of 160 degrees captures well the sides of the road;
- The diaphragm 1.8 opens wider than on expensive cameras, which allows you to have a wide frame and a clear foreground;
- Detailed picture with a resolution of 1920x1080.
Minuses:
- considering the cost, the GPS module was not entered into the device, therefore the coordinates of the accident are not recorded;
- Chinese in the menu;
- The battery capacity is only 240 mA / h, which is enough for 20 minutes of recording without a connected wire.
Best Xiaomi DVRs from a subsidiary
On some models of this popular brand, the logo “Yi” flaunts, which means the original equipment Xiaomi, but released on the working areas of their subsidiary. Here are a few proven gadgets.
Xiaomi Yi 1080P Car WiFi DVR Gray - bestseller in all stores
This model has a minimum size of 75x33 mm and a simple design, but with a sufficient level of functions and characteristics that are well suited for driving around the city and highway.
The front panel has a wide lens and microphone hole. On the right side is a slot for a memory card. Under the screen there are four mechanical buttons; the rest is controlled by them, but after entering the menu.
Additionally, you can connect a phone via WI-FI to the DVR, as indicated in the title, and control the equipment remotely.
Pros:
- Embedded system (ADAS / LDWS), which informs about dangerous approach to various objects or going beyond the boundaries of its lane;
- sensitive matrix allows you to make high-quality recording at night, where car numbers are clearly distinguishable;
- picture resolution 1920x1080 pixels;
- high recording frequency up to 30 frames per minute;
- two ways to activate the work (manual and automatic);
- the ability to install memory cards up to 64 GB;
- recording in mp3 format for direct launch of a file on a computer or phone;
- 1.8 aperture for good picture;
- regular support of equipment updates from the manufacturer;
- rugged case without loops.
Minuses:
- no second camera;
- no GPS tracking;
- problems with mounting on the glass (poor quality sucker);
- low battery capacity;
- the menu is in English, and maybe in Chinese, too (everything is clear from the pictures, but some may need to be reflashed).
Xiaomi Yi Smart Dash camera Gold - economical quality option with a 2-core processor
In a small durable casing of the DVR is located good functionality at an affordable price. There is a wide viewing angle of 165 degrees, which captures a zone almost from the middle of the bonnet, including a side image in these places (traveling cars, signs).
The power is inserted into the cigarette lighter, where the plug contains two USB outputs, so there is always a free slot for a phone or tablet.
Pros:
- infrared filter for night shooting;
- reasonable price of about 2000 rubles .;
- there is a noise reduction effect for clear sound recording;
- fast processing provides two processor cores;
- 2.7 inch screen;
- lens glass for 6 lenses;
- 16: 9 wideband screen;
- support for earlier versions of Android, starting with 4.1 for interacting with the phone;
- shock sensor with three axes of sensitivity;
- 3.5 m long power wire;
- instant installation on a workplace.
Minuses:
- paper instruction in Chinese;
- there is no Russian in the menu;
- No button illumination in the dark.
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