Viofo On-Dash Car Cameras: A229 Pro 3-Channel $280, A229 Plus 2-Channel

diablo2184

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Quote from energytone

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Same for me at first. however, I applied the code at checkout and it didn't change the price. I removed the item and cam back here to reply with my results. I wanted to include the price at checkout so I went back and added the A229 Plus to my cart, this time without adding the coupon again at checkout, it apparently applied it. I saw a message that said 10.20 Promotional Discount applied. So, try again if you want and see if it applies? The coupon had to be in my basket before the item. Wierd.

Items:$169.99 A229 PlusShipping & handling: $2.99
Free Shipping: -$2.99
Promotion Applied: -$10.20
Estimated tax to be collected: $12.78
Order total: $172.57

Still didn't work after multiple attempts and a phone call.

sup3rson1c

Mar 25, 2025 3:25 PM

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Quote from TakeMeToYourDealer

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Had purchased one last week with that peomo code to get $25 off plus another 5% on the Amazon deals, but this is a better deal. For the 119 it was a 17.99 difference. I wish Amazon would just refund the difference on price drops vs making a purchase/return wasteful effort to recover our losses.

Same. Bought the A119 mini and now have to return it.

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AegisX

Mar 25, 2025 3:38 PM

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AegisXMar 25, 2025 3:38 PM

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Really hoping to see the 3-channel drop below $200

gavi27

Mar 25, 2025 3:38 PM

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Quote from TakeMeToYourDealer

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Had purchased one last week with that peomo code to get $25 off plus another 5% on the Amazon deals, but this is a better deal. For the 119 it was a 17.99 difference. I wish Amazon would just refund the difference on price drops vs making a purchase/return wasteful effort to recover our losses.

I asked Amazon yesterday to price match something that I bought from them a few weeks ago from them and they gave me the difference. I asked via their chat feature and got it resolved promptly. I was ready to buy and return to get the refund, but glad that they were able to issue me a refund for the difference instead.

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MSH

Mar 25, 2025 3:48 PM

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Quote from sdaddict001

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How are you all getting these installed? I'd love to have these but the installation just keeps me from buying these. They say easy install but it doesn't look like it's remotely easy. Appreciate any tips for making the install smoother.

You have to either hard wire it, or find a power line i.e. power mirrors or you have to snake it around and through the pillars and insulation. The only issue I have, is once you install it, like mount it on to the glass, and it has been a while, it is HARD to remove. I had to remove mine while selling my vehicle and gave up on it.

CardShark

Mar 25, 2025 3:59 PM

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CardSharkMar 25, 2025 3:59 PM

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How do the Mini 2 and VS1 Mini compare?

Any of you guys see any deals on high endurance SD cards? I need a couple for my security cams and potentially a dash cam

cvincenzi

Mar 25, 2025 4:03 PM

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Quote from sshlyk

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Two years no activity from this account an suddenly a post praising a product. Cool

Wrong! Try again - my last post was in January and I have thumbed up many other deals (https://slickdeals.net/f/18045045-buffalo-wild-wings-restaurant-burger-offer-every-mondays-wednesdays-b1g1-free-takeout-delivery-orders-while-offer-last?p=175250493#post175250493).
Take a look at the image. It is dated last week and has Viofo in the image. It is a legit picture from a legit accident that happened last week which is very relevant to this specific posting. Unlike your irrelevant criticism!

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cvincenzi

Mar 25, 2025 4:10 PM

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Here is a link to the full video I posted two days ago:
https://nextdoor.com/p/J-WSfF5ZSD...Due%20West

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Phenomesaurus

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Quote from Andrey2142

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From all the models which one would you buy? I was considering Viofo A119 Mini 2 or go next model up with rear camera? Or get 2 Viofo A119 Mini 2 and use it as rear camera?

Recently bought both the A229 (front & rear cam) and A119 mini for a family member per request and set it up for them. I have three of the A119 (regular, not mini) myself that I have used in 3 cars for years and they're great units. Helping the fam get these set up let me get hands on with these current models.

Size between the A229 and A119 mini should not be an overlooked detail. It may seem obvious because one is "mini" but it was a big difference. The 229 was a nice size - I never felt like it was too big or anything and I really liked it. When I went to install the 119 mini right after I actually had trouble with the set up and I struggled to read the screen. Yes, my aging eyes are a problem but I had no trouble with the 229 at all. I actually had to use my phone camera and enlarge the viewfinder to view the mini and navigate the menu. That being said, the mini is still solid and the smaller size may actually be exactly what people want.

Something else no one has endorsed yet is what you mentioned about buying a 2 channel unit (front and rear cam combined) vs buying 2 cameras. I am actually going with 2 cameras for my next set up. The two channel system has the benefit of a smaller camera in the rear (no screen), one memory card, joint video feed, and a single interface to set up options & date/time, etc.

But having two cameras is just an easier set up for me. Sure, I have to get an extra memory card and set the options up/make adjustments on a second screen but I set up the front unit very easily (tucked under the edge of the headliner, run along under the A-pillar cover and under the dash to the fuse box or the power port in the center console) and for the rear I kind of do the same and plug it into the power port in the back (SUV). I also feel a little better about having two recordings in the off chance one failed to capture. I was actually in an accident where I was T-boned and my car ended up it's side and I had this 2 camera set up already (put my older dash cam in the rear when I upgraded to a better one in the front). Both cams caught the accident, thankfully. Also, the guy who hit me claimed he had a green light but my recording (along with an eye witness) cleared that up. Get a dash cam, people.

So that's just my two cents. Currently driving a three row SUV and would absolutely opt for a two camera set up rather than trying to feed a cable attached to the front unit down the headliner and over 3 pillars to the back.

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Andrey2142

Mar 25, 2025 4:35 PM

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Quote from Phenomesaurus

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Recently bought both the A229 (front & rear cam) and A119 mini for a family member per request and set it up for them. I have three of the A119 (regular, not mini) myself that I have used in 3 cars for years and they're great units. Helping the fam get these set up let me get hands on with these current models.

Size between the A229 and A119 mini should not be an overlooked detail. It may seem obvious because one is "mini" but it was a big difference. The 229 was a nice size - I never felt like it was too big or anything and I really liked it. When I went to install the 119 mini right after I actually had trouble with the set up and I struggled to read the screen. Yes, my aging eyes are a problem but I had no trouble with the 229 at all. I actually had to use my phone camera and enlarge the viewfinder to view the mini and navigate the menu. That being said, the mini is still solid and the smaller size may actually be exactly what people want.

Something else no one has endorsed yet is what you mentioned about buying a 2 channel unit (front and rear cam combined) vs buying 2 cameras. I am actually going with 2 cameras for my next set up. The two channel system has the benefit of a smaller camera in the rear (no screen), one memory card, joint video feed, and a single interface to set up options & date/time, etc.

But having two cameras is just an easier set up for me. Sure, I have to get an extra memory card and set the options up/make adjustments on a second screen but I set up the front unit very easily (tucked under the edge of the headliner, run along under the A-pillar cover and under the dash to the fuse box or the power port in the center console) and for the rear I kind of do the same and plug it into the power port in the back (SUV). I also feel a little better about having two recordings in the off chance one failed to capture. I was actually in an accident where I was T-boned and my car ended up it's side and I had this 2 camera set up already (put my older dash cam in the rear when I upgraded to a better one in the front). Both cams caught the accident, thankfully. Also, the guy who hit me claimed he had a green light but my recording (along with an eye witness) cleared that up. Get a dash cam, people.

So that's just my two cents. Currently driving a three row SUV and would absolutely opt for a two camera set up rather than trying to feed a cable attached to the front unit down the headliner and over 3 pillars to the back.

Also I think you get better picture/video if you go with the front camera on the rear.

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nksduser

Mar 25, 2025 4:48 PM

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Quote from spike888

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Garbage brand. Had previous gen. The wifi is very slow and back camera will often lose connection unless you restart the camera or manually replug the camera.

Been using for a few years now, no problem. Maybe you got a defecting unit. I think this is a great value for money brand.

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sup3rson1c

Mar 25, 2025 4:49 PM

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Quote from gavi27

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I asked Amazon yesterday to price match something that I bought from them a few weeks ago from them and they gave me the difference. I asked via their chat feature and got it resolved promptly. I was ready to buy and return to get the refund, but glad that they were able to issue me a refund for the difference instead.

Did not have that experience an hour ago, unfortunately. Glad you got it resolved better.

Daisies213428

Mar 25, 2025 5:10 PM

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Quote from sup3rson1c

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Did not have that experience an hour ago, unfortunately. Glad you got it resolved better.

I think it highly depends on the agent you get. In the past based on my experience, if you're nice to the agent on the chat and ask if they can kindly refund the difference instead of you having to return and rebuy the item, it has worked in my favor. However, they are usually only able to refund a % and not a $ amount so it may not be the exact amount you're looking for.

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isitlive

Mar 25, 2025 5:29 PM

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Quote from Phenomesaurus

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Recently bought both the A229 (front & rear cam) and A119 mini for a family member per request and set it up for them. I have three of the A119 (regular, not mini) myself that I have used in 3 cars for years and they're great units. Helping the fam get these set up let me get hands on with these current models.

Size between the A229 and A119 mini should not be an overlooked detail. It may seem obvious because one is "mini" but it was a big difference. The 229 was a nice size - I never felt like it was too big or anything and I really liked it. When I went to install the 119 mini right after I actually had trouble with the set up and I struggled to read the screen. Yes, my aging eyes are a problem but I had no trouble with the 229 at all. I actually had to use my phone camera and enlarge the viewfinder to view the mini and navigate the menu. That being said, the mini is still solid and the smaller size may actually be exactly what people want.

Something else no one has endorsed yet is what you mentioned about buying a 2 channel unit (front and rear cam combined) vs buying 2 cameras. I am actually going with 2 cameras for my next set up. The two channel system has the benefit of a smaller camera in the rear (no screen), one memory card, joint video feed, and a single interface to set up options & date/time, etc.

But having two cameras is just an easier set up for me. Sure, I have to get an extra memory card and set the options up/make adjustments on a second screen but I set up the front unit very easily (tucked under the edge of the headliner, run along under the A-pillar cover and under the dash to the fuse box or the power port in the center console) and for the rear I kind of do the same and plug it into the power port in the back (SUV). I also feel a little better about having two recordings in the off chance one failed to capture. I was actually in an accident where I was T-boned and my car ended up it's side and I had this 2 camera set up already (put my older dash cam in the rear when I upgraded to a better one in the front). Both cams caught the accident, thankfully. Also, the guy who hit me claimed he had a green light but my recording (along with an eye witness) cleared that up. Get a dash cam, people.

So that's just my two cents. Currently driving a three row SUV and would absolutely opt for a two camera set up rather than trying to feed a cable attached to the front unit down the headliner and over 3 pillars to the back.

What 2 camera would you get if you have to get today?

SumDuud

Mar 25, 2025 5:33 PM

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Quote from sshlyk

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Two years no activity from this account an suddenly a post praising a product. Cool

And you have concern about them endorsing a product that is highly endorsed elsewhere? Not like this is some shill chinese brand, these cameras are easily one of the most recommended cameras out there.

Quote from gavi27

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I asked Amazon yesterday to price match something that I bought from them a few weeks ago from them and they gave me the difference. I asked via their chat feature and got it resolved promptly. I was ready to buy and return to get the refund, but glad that they were able to issue me a refund for the difference instead.

I guess it is always worth a try. My experience with that has always been 'Sorry about your luck', even if I threaten to return it and buy the cheaper one, they don't care (has been my experience about 5-10 times over the last few years, depending on the difference or my mood I will either suck it up or follow through; I've never gotten a match from it though)

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