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Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black)

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Various Retailers have Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $89.99. Shipping is free.

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  • Ultracompact, key-sized dash camera goes virtually unnoticed on your windshield
  • 1080p HD video, and a wide 140-degree field of view
  • Built-in Garmin Clarity polarizer lens
  • Voice control

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  • About this Deal:
    • The price for this deal is $25 less than the previous Frontpage Deal.
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $9.99 less (10% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $99.98 at the time of this posting.
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Various Retailers have Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $89.99. Shipping is free.

Available:Thanks to Deal Hunter Eragorn for sharing this deal.

Product Details:
  • Ultracompact, key-sized dash camera goes virtually unnoticed on your windshield
  • 1080p HD video, and a wide 140-degree field of view
  • Built-in Garmin Clarity polarizer lens
  • Voice control

Editor's Notes

Written by Neo45 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • The price for this deal is $25 less than the previous Frontpage Deal.
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $9.99 less (10% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $99.98 at the time of this posting.
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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ElatedCrib8381
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Got the Mini 3 last year at the then best deal of $129.99. I like the size and quality of the unit and it has been working quite well. I have the feeling that some of those brutal reviews are from a certain brand trying to peddle their own super duper dash cams often claiming you need at least certain sensor/resolution, blah, blah, blah... I may not be able to capture the license plate of a car 100 ft out through the glare (even the super duper 4K+ dash cams can't) but more than enough details to stop the ambulance chasers. I heard that some lawyers just stopped when they learned of there were dash cam recordings even without reviewing the video, priceless!
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violian
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Correct - I used the adhesive that came with my Garmin dash cam and when I traded in that car; I remembered it was extremely hard to get it off.
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Ozzzy3z
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I have a mini 2. Survived 2 years of 115 degree summers. It's been great.
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Community Reviews

Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is a tiny, plug and play 1080p dash cam that stands out for its compact size and easy setup. The Garmin app, automatic recording, microSD support, voice save, and crash or hard brake clip saving make it practical for everyday incident documentation, and the hardware has a reputation for surviving hot summers and years of use. The main drawbacks are the lack of GPS and the limits of 1080p, especially for reading plates at night or far away. Adhesive mounting can also be awkward to remove, and rental car use may require extra adapters or a different mount. It is a simple, space saving option if those tradeoffs are acceptable.

  • The mounting approach can be workable for some drivers when paired with the right power setup and adapters for their vehicle.

    novasianAFC118

  • The dash cam can support microSD storage with automatic deletion of older footage to make room for new recordings.

    FabulousTent4146

  • The device can automatically start recording when the car powers it, which reduces setup during daily driving.

    FabulousTent4146

  • The unit can provide hands-free voice saving for short segments around an incident, including last and next seconds.

    FabulousTent4146

  • The Mini 3 lacks GPS, which can limit speed tracking and may weaken accident fault disputes that rely on location data.

    tmp_varBobbyDole2Slashinhobo

  • The adhesive mount can be extremely hard to remove and can also be unreliable, requiring cleaning and remounting.

    violianarmando416

  • Powering the dash cam can be inconvenient in rental cars because it uses a cigarette lighter/USB-A connection that may require extra adapters.

    truemarkG60roddo

  • The camera may struggle with license plates at night or in low light because it lacks a Sony Starvis sensor.

    GrandPubah

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Dec 6, 2025 1:06 PM
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GrandPubahDec 6, 2025 1:06 PM
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Quote from Greg88 View quoted comment :
Anyone have one? Opinions?
The main thing this is missing is a Sony Starvis sensor. It's not going to be able to read license plates at night or in other low light situations. If that's important to you, I'd pass on this.
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Dec 6, 2025 1:32 PM
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G60roddoDec 6, 2025 1:32 PM
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I wish cars would come with power in place for these. Interested but powering one of these things figures to be a nightmare (or a huge bill to a pro that dwarfs the cost of the unit itself)
Dec 6, 2025 2:17 PM
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novasianDec 6, 2025 2:17 PM
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Quote from G60roddo View quoted comment :
I wish cars would come with power in place for these. Interested but powering one of these things figures to be a nightmare (or a huge bill to a pro that dwarfs the cost of the unit itself)
If your car's rear view mirror has dimming capability, most likely it has power. You can tap that port using an adapter. I have these for mine and it's worked well. Make sure you find the right one for your car.

https://a.co/d/iNk6OE4

YQMAJIM Dashcam Power Adapter,(Universal) Compatible with All Models,Dual DC Buck Converter 12V to 5V,Dash Cam Hardwire Kit,Built-in Hide USB to GPS Radar Mirror Camera Dashcam Charger Adapter Cable
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Dec 6, 2025 3:04 PM
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BobbyDole2Dec 6, 2025 3:04 PM
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Quote from mrtramplefoot View quoted comment :
Why would that be important? You just want video footage, you can tell from that where you were.
Dashcams use GPS to track and display speed, which can be very helpful in many different ways to prove you're not at fault in an accident. It's a pretty standard feature and one always recommended by reviewers.
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Dec 6, 2025 3:08 PM
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BobbyDole2Dec 6, 2025 3:08 PM
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Quote from novasian View quoted comment :
If your car's rear view mirror has dimming capability, most likely it has power. You can tap that port using an adapter. I have these for mine and it's worked well. Make sure you find the right one for your car.

https://a.co/d/iNk6OE4

YQMAJIM Dashcam Power Adapter,(Universal) Compatible with All Models,Dual DC Buck Converter 12V to 5V,Dash Cam Hardwire Kit,Built-in Hide USB to GPS Radar Mirror Camera Dashcam Charger Adapter Cable
Or if you want to make things very easy (and a bit pricier), grab a Dongar adapter that requires no wiring (again make sure you get the right one).
Dec 6, 2025 3:49 PM
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AFC118Dec 6, 2025 3:49 PM
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Quote from G60roddo View quoted comment :
I wish cars would come with power in place for these. Interested but powering one of these things figures to be a nightmare (or a huge bill to a pro that dwarfs the cost of the unit itself)
Vehicle wiring may seem intimidating but It's pretty simple if you can follow some directions or watch a YouTube video. Some cars you can even just tap into the mirror power wire with a wire tap and you're good to go.
Dec 6, 2025 3:52 PM
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infin8007Dec 6, 2025 3:52 PM
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Quote from tmp_var View quoted comment :
This has no GPS. Isn't that pretty important for a dash-cam?
I had a Garmin but it eventually stopped recording. I don't have the best luck with dash cams. I'm about to start using old cell phones..and dash Cam apps..

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Dec 6, 2025 4:43 PM
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armando416Dec 6, 2025 4:43 PM
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Quote from violian View quoted comment :
Correct - I used the adhesive that came with my Garmin dash cam and when I traded in that car; I remembered it was extremely hard to get it off.
Yeah I'll never buy anything with the adhesive again for that reason. I bought a 3rd party, larger suction cup to mount my dashcam. Sure, it falls off once or twice a year...but i clean the spot where it was mounted, put it right back up and I'm good for a while
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Dec 6, 2025 8:48 PM
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FabulousTent4146
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Dec 6, 2025 8:48 PM
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I have the mini 2. It is one of the best purchases ive ever made. It can take a micro SD card. The cam will automatically delete old footage to make room for new videos. It has a hands free mode which you say " ok garmin, save video" the camera will save the last 15 seconds and the next 15 seconds. Saved videos will stay on the garmin app for 24 hours where you can download the video to your phones photos. It also has crash and hard brake detection and will automatically save the last 15 seconds and next 15 seconds. I caught an accident on the dash cam and gave the video to the police who wrote report. You dont need to turn the camera on each time you drive it automatically cuts on and starts recording when car starts and the camera gets power from ciggerette lighter port. Anyone who is looking for a solid dashcam this is a great choice.
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Dec 6, 2025 9:17 PM
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Dies-AlderDec 6, 2025 9:17 PM
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Garmin doesn't disclose what sensors they use but the 1080p sensor in this unit is pretty poor per several reviews on DashCamTalk; notable green tint and internal CPL can't be rotated to fully cut out reflections off the windshield.

Being said, I'm in for one. I have a Vantrue E1 Pro with a Sony Starvis IMX 668(?) but despise the app. Probably better at picking up license plates but I imagine for he majority of accidents just the video at whatever quality is more valuable.

My guess is the Mini 4 is likely coming in the next few months hence these large cuts. Have to imagine they're upgrading the sensor from the likely decade old one that's in there now.
Dec 6, 2025 9:36 PM
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sadudeDec 6, 2025 9:36 PM
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Quote from BobbyDole2 View quoted comment :
Or if you want to make things very easy (and a bit pricier), grab a Dongar adapter that requires no wiring (again make sure you get the right one).
I would recommend this as I use this and it's the best thing ever. Literally plug and play. The other one where you have to poke the wires in can sometimes be tricky and it can also cause a short if it's not done properly
Dec 6, 2025 10:46 PM
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SlashinhoboDec 6, 2025 10:46 PM
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Quote from BobbyDole2 View quoted comment :
Dashcams use GPS to track and display speed, which can be very helpful in many different ways to prove you're not at fault in an accident. It's a pretty standard feature and one always recommended by reviewers.
Problem is GPS is not 100% accurate. Vehicle speed can be determined by video as well.
The primary reason is automatic date and time information. Location while not important it could help if someone says you were at the accident but the GPS on your phone and camera says you were somewhere else.
Dec 7, 2025 4:25 AM
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CoreyS1Dec 7, 2025 4:25 AM
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I have the previous model, and it's utter garbage. You can only download videos to your phone using wifi, not a cell phone. You can't even transfer videos from to your computer from your SD card due Garmin's formating. I have to spend over 20 minutes in my driveway on my home wifi to get one clip to download on my phone.
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Dec 7, 2025 7:22 AM
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truemarkDec 7, 2025 7:22 AM
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Bought the Garmin Mini 3 and a Garmin suction cup last week, excited to use it in a rental car. Only to find that the Mini 3 is powered by the cigarette lighter (or USB-A) and my rental car only offers USB-C ports throughout!

So, best to also purchase some USB-C (male) to USB-A (female) adapter should your (rental) car not have a cigarette lighter nor USB-A ports.

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Dec 7, 2025 1:50 PM
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guest2011Dec 7, 2025 1:50 PM
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The original mini was my first dash cam that just worked in any weather, after a few chinese brands that failed, but it was almost useless 1080. I won't go back to this overpriced brand and 1080.
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