Updated October 21, 2026 · By the DashPicked research team
Dash Cams for Uber and Lyft Drivers: Cabin Cameras Under and Over $100
A rideshare dash cam needs a third camera that films the cabin, with infrared so it still sees passengers at night. Under $100, a $60 1296p 3-channel model has by far the most owner ratings (more than 7,000); a newer $50 galphi has about 730. Name-brand 3-channel models start at about $130 to $140, and the 70mai T800E at $139.99 is the pick there: 4K front, 1080p cabin and rear, GPS and Wi-Fi 6.
The Short Version
Most drivers should spend about $140 on the 70mai T800E. If $100 is a hard limit, the 3-channel 1296p camera at $60 covers front, cabin and rear, with a lower resolution and a smaller card; the galphi at $50 is sharper at the front but comes with no card. Uber lets you register your own dash cam in the Driver app so its footage can support an accident claim. Uber's audio recording page says riders are notified when a driver has registered a dash cam; in states with stricter recording rules, add Uber's sticker or tell riders at pickup as well. These picks are based on manufacturer listings, current Amazon prices and owner star ratings, not on our own testing (how we review).
Our Top Picks
| Product | Best for | Cameras | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70mai T800E | Most drivers | 4K front, 1080p cabin and rear | 4.4/5 | $139.99 |
| SUVCON 3 Channel 1296P | Under $100 | 1296p, cabin with IR | 4.0/5 | $59.99 |
| REDTIGER F17 | Most-rated name brand | 2.5K front, 1080p cabin and rear | 4.4/5 | $159.99 |
| VIOFO A229 Plus | Sharpest rear camera | 1440p front and rear, 1080p cabin | 4.5/5 | $209.95 |
Why There Is No Good Name Brand Under $100
We searched Amazon's 3-channel dash cams in October and checked every listing under $100. Most come from little-known brands with a few hundred ratings or fewer. Two have more: the 1296p SUVCON picked here (more than 7,000 ratings, 4.0) and a galphi 2.5K model at $49.99 (about 730 ratings, 4.4). The galphi listing is only a few months old and it ships without a memory card, so we treat it as the cheaper alternative rather than the pick. A Neideso 360 degree camera at about $99 has about 1,800 ratings, but it is a 4-channel 360 degree camera that records 2K plus three 1080p views with all four on, a different setup from the 3-channel cameras here. Name-brand 3-channel models start just above $100: AZDOME's M550 Max at $129.99 and the 70mai T800E at $139.99; REDTIGER's F17 is $159.99 and VIOFO's A229 Plus $209.95. A front and rear camera without a cabin view is cheaper, but for rideshare the cabin footage is the part that settles a passenger dispute. A 2-channel front and cabin camera is another route under $100 if you do not need a rear view: the COOAU Dual at $96.98 (4.3 from about 1,900 ratings) lists a 2.5K front, a 1080p cabin camera with four infrared lights, GPS and Wi-Fi, with no card included. Vantrue's 3-channel N4S and N4 Pro S, often recommended for rideshare, list at about $220 and $300, more than the VIOFO A229 Plus below, so they are not picked here.
What Matters for Rideshare
- An infrared cabin camera. Many rides happen at night. The 70mai, VIOFO and $60 camera list infrared for the cabin; the REDTIGER listing does not state infrared for its cabin camera, so expect weaker night cabin footage from it.
- Parking mode needs a hardwire kit. REDTIGER says its two parking modes need the extra hardwire kit. Plan on one for any of these if you want the car watched while you sleep. Our parking mode guide explains the options.
- GPS. A time and location stamp makes footage easier to use in an insurance claim. The 70mai, REDTIGER and VIOFO list GPS; the $60 camera does not.
- Card size. Three cameras fill a card fast. The 70mai and REDTIGER include 64GB, the budget camera 32GB.
The Picks in Detail
1. 70mai T800E
The best value with a name brand behind it. The listing gives 4K at the front, 1080p for the cabin and rear, a switchable infrared cabin light, built-in GPS, Wi-Fi 6 and voice control. A 64GB card is included and it takes cards up to 512GB. It has a 4.4 rating from about 680 owners.
Skip it if: you need to stay under $100.
2. SUVCON 3 Channel 1296P
The 3-channel camera under $100 with by far the most ratings: more than 7,000, at 4.0. The listing gives a 170 degree front camera, a 150 degree cabin camera with four infrared lights, a waterproof rear camera, a G-sensor and a 32GB card. There is no GPS and no Wi-Fi app listed, so you copy clips from the card. The alternative is the galphi 3-channel at $49.99 (4.4 from about 730 ratings): 2.5K front, 1080p rear, a 1080p infrared cabin camera and Wi-Fi app downloads, but no GPS listed and no card in the box, so budget about $10 to $20 more for one. See the galphi on Amazon
Skip it if: you want GPS stamps or phone downloads.
3. REDTIGER F17
The most rated name-brand 3-channel camera here, at 4.4 from about 3,000 owners. The front camera uses a STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensor. With all three cameras running, the listing describes 2.5K at the front with 1080p cabin and rear; the front reaches 4K only with the cabin camera off, which suits off-duty driving. It has 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi and GPS, and a 64GB card is included. Its listing does not state infrared for the cabin.
Skip it if: you drive mostly at night and want clear cabin footage.
4. VIOFO A229 Plus
The pick for the sharpest rear view. VIOFO's listing gives two Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensors on the front and rear cameras, both 1440p, a 1080p infrared cabin camera, HDR on all three, 5 GHz Wi-Fi and 12 voice commands. It costs about $70 more than the 70mai.
Skip it if: the 70mai's 4K front and lower price cover what you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a dash cam while driving for Uber?
Yes. Uber's driver safety page lets you register your own dash cam in the Driver app (Account, App settings, Video recording, Dashcam registration), so you can provide its footage as evidence for accident claims. Uber also offers stickers you can download and display to tell riders about recording.
Do I have to tell passengers I am recording?
It depends on your state. Uber's audio recording page says most US states do not require consent to record, but there are additional requirements in some states, including CA, CT, DE, FL, HI, IL, MA, MD, MI, MT, NH, NV, PA, OR and WA, and asks drivers to review their state's laws. The same page says riders are notified if a registered dash cam is recording them. In the states listed, do not rely on that alone: display Uber's recording sticker, tell riders at pickup, or turn off the camera's microphone.
What about Uber's own DriveScape camera?
DriveScape is a dual-camera dash cam sold for Uber drivers with a 1080p infrared cabin camera. Its site lists it at $5 a month with a 12-month commitment, and payment can come out of Uber earnings in some states. It suits a driver who would rather pay monthly than buy a camera; the 3-channel cameras above cost more up front but add a rear camera and nothing to pay after.
Will a 3-channel dash cam drain my battery while parked?
Only if it records while parked. That needs a hardwire kit, and a kit with a low voltage cut-off turns the camera off before the battery runs too low.
Our Verdict
For most rideshare drivers the 70mai T800E is worth the step above $100: a 4K front, an infrared cabin camera, GPS and a 64GB card for about $140. If you must stay under $100, the $60 3-channel camera covers all three views with far more owner ratings than any other 3-channel camera at that price. Pick the VIOFO A229 Plus for the sharpest rear camera, with HDR on all three views.