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Apr 8, 2026 1:41 PM

Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black)

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Amazon has Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $99.99. Shipping is free.

Walmart has Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $99.99. 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:
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Amazon has Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $99.99. Shipping is free.

Walmart has Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 (Black) for $99.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix 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 powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $50 lower (33% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $149.99
    • This price matches the previous FP Deal.
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Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is a tiny, screenless dash cam that mounts neatly behind the rear view mirror and is praised for sharp video, a very easy app, and solid performance in hot Florida sun. The supercapacitor design is called out as better suited to heat than a battery, and local recording works with a high endurance microSD card. The main drawbacks are Garmin's paywalled storage service and reports that the app can fail to load videos. It is a compact, discreet option if cloud storage is not a priority.

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  • It uses a supercapacitor, not a battery. That matters in hot climates because supercapacitors are less prone to heat-related wear than lithium batteries.

  • Local recording is free if you use your own high-endurance microSD card. The paywalled part is Garmin's cloud/storage service, not the camera's basic local saving.

  • Yes. It is very small and can be mounted behind the rear-view mirror to stay out of sight, which makes it a good choice if you do not want a built-in screen.

  • It is reported to hold up well in Florida sun and stay mounted without falling. A separate comment notes a Garmin 2 failed after about two and a half years in California heat, so long-term heat durability may still be a concern.

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Apr 9, 2026 12:39 PM
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TropicalNorsemanApr 9, 2026 12:39 PM
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I have one of these and I have a Cobra. I can tell you this is far superior. Especially in the Florida sun, it doesn't fall, it's extremely small, and it makes great-quality video. The app is very easy. On the Cobra app, it takes forever to load. I definitely recommend one of these. Part of me wants to get another one and switch out that stupid Cobra. Deal is a good one.
Apr 9, 2026 1:48 PM
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stuff4daveApr 9, 2026 1:48 PM
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Any dashcam is better than no daahcam.

That said, this garmin daahcam uses a battery which can fail in the long run. I've had good experience with viofo that use super capacitors which don't wear out over time.

Also, while 1080p resolution is adequate, I think 2k resolution is a good sweet spot between being able to see finer details like license plates and file size.
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Apr 9, 2026 2:48 PM
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k1llu4Apr 9, 2026 2:48 PM
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I had the garmin 2 and it only lasted about two and a half years in California heat before it broke.
Apr 9, 2026 3:00 PM
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GeordieApr 9, 2026 3:00 PM
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How small are these going to get?
Apr 9, 2026 3:24 PM
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CuppacoffeeApr 9, 2026 3:24 PM
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Quote from stuff4dave View quoted comment :
Any dashcam is better than no daahcam.

That said, this garmin daahcam uses a battery which can fail in the long run. I've had good experience with viofo that use super capacitors which don't wear out over time.

Also, while 1080p resolution is adequate, I think 2k resolution is a good sweet spot between being able to see finer details like license plates and file size.
Which Viofo do you recommend?
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Apr 9, 2026 3:44 PM
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linksfiendApr 9, 2026 3:44 PM
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Quote from TropicalNorseman View quoted comment :
I have one of these and I have a Cobra. I can tell you this is far superior. Especially in the Florida sun, it doesn't fall, it's extremely small, and it makes great-quality video. The app is very easy. On the Cobra app, it takes forever to load. I definitely recommend one of these. Part of me wants to get another one and switch out that stupid Cobra. Deal is a good one.
Hmm that last picture looks like the suction cup is kinda stubby. Can it be extended so you can use this as a rear camera in vertical window in a pickup truck?
Apr 9, 2026 3:56 PM
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dj_esunaApr 9, 2026 3:56 PM
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I use the Vantrue N5 and I really like it.

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Apr 9, 2026 4:01 PM
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JMBFloridaApr 9, 2026 4:01 PM
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I almost bit but I see the Rove ROVE R2-4K DUAL Dash Cam is only $10 more: ROVE R2-4K DUAL Dash Cam Front and Rear, STARVIS 2 Sensor, FREE 128GB Card Included, 5G WiFi - up to 20MB/s Fastest Download Speed with App, 4K 2160P/FHD Dash Camera for Cars, 3" IPS, 24H Parking Mode
Apr 9, 2026 4:36 PM
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SlickMarmot535Apr 9, 2026 4:36 PM
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Suction cups are suction cups, they fail. Will it fall while your driving 75 on the highway causing a panic during your driving process, or when your turning a corner at a intersection and cause you to stumble whil steering throught the corner? Who knows. But I do know this, if youtake the suction cup off and put a nice round piece of double sided sticky foam tape on the circular mount it will stay stuck to the windshield for as long as you nneed it to without fail. This is lways the easiest way to solve the crappy suction cup attachments.
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Apr 9, 2026 5:02 PM
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greystoneApr 9, 2026 5:02 PM
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Quote from stuff4dave View quoted comment :
Any dashcam is better than no daahcam.

That said, this garmin daahcam uses a battery which can fail in the long run. I've had good experience with viofo that use super capacitors which don't wear out over time.
There's no battery in this camera. Avoiding a camera because it has a battery makes no sense, the battery provides some functionality when the car is off, if/when it fails the camera still works.
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Apr 9, 2026 5:03 PM
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guest2011Apr 9, 2026 5:03 PM
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Quote from SlickMarmot535 View quoted comment :
Suction cups are suction cups, they fail. Will it fall while your driving 75 on the highway causing a panic during your driving process, or when your turning a corner at a intersection and cause you to stumble whil steering throught the corner? Who knows. But I do know this, if youtake the suction cup off and put a nice round piece of double sided sticky foam tape on the circular mount it will stay stuck to the windshield for as long as you nneed it to without fail. This is lways the easiest way to solve the crappy suction cup attachments.

Happened to me many times when i had old cams with suction cups. That's why i use strong adhesive 3M 20lb or Gorilla 60lbs rated tape.
Apr 9, 2026 5:08 PM
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Enoch42Apr 9, 2026 5:08 PM
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Looking for similar device with no suction cups. Front and rear tint can become a problem. Anyone got any ideas? Maybe something that attaches to front mirror?
Apr 9, 2026 5:18 PM
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MileyVApr 9, 2026 5:18 PM
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these minis are a great option if you just want a cam and don't need the built in screen; easy to mount behind the rear view mirror and put out of sight.
Apr 9, 2026 6:47 PM
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pvfjrApr 9, 2026 6:47 PM
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Quote from stuff4dave View quoted comment :
Any dashcam is better than no daahcam.

That said, this garmin daahcam uses a battery which can fail in the long run. I've had good experience with viofo that use super capacitors which don't wear out over time.

Also, while 1080p resolution is adequate, I think 2k resolution is a good sweet spot between being able to see finer details like license plates and file size.
You're wrong though. It says right on Garmin's product page that it uses a supercapacitor. See for yourself, and edit/delete your incorrect "information".
If you want more resolution, that's fine, and a very valid personal preference. Just don't post incorrect info.

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/12...-00/#specs
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Apr 9, 2026 9:48 PM
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Mr-CreosoteApr 9, 2026 9:48 PM
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Be aware that storage for this is behind a paywall
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