Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3
Drivers who want an ultra-compact, completely hidden dash cam with Garmin's smart ecosystem
Nextbase Piqo 2K
Drivers who want the most portable, app-connected dash cam with smart safety features
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3
Drivers who want an ultra-compact, completely hidden dash cam with Garmin's smart ecosystem
The Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is the stealthiest dash cam you can buy. Its tiny form factor disappears behind your mirror, while the Garmin Drive app provides cloud backup and smart alerts. The 1440p resolution is the trade-off for that miniature size, but for a completely invisible setup, nothing else comes close.
Strengths
- Ultra-compact key-fob size is virtually invisible behind the mirror
- Garmin Drive app with cloud backup and incident detection
- Excellent build quality and reliability from Garmin
- Voice control for hands-free snapshot and video saving
Limitations
- 1440p max resolution — not true 4K
- No display — must use phone app for all settings and playback
- $150 is premium for a 1440p single-channel camera
When to Choose Nextbase Piqo 2K
Drivers who want the most portable, app-connected dash cam with smart safety features
The Nextbase Piqo 2K sacrifices resolution for portability and smarts. Its tiny magnetic-mount design is the easiest to install and remove, and the Nextbase app with SOS features is class-leading. If 2K resolution is enough for your needs, the Piqo is the most user-friendly dash cam available.
Strengths
- Smallest dash cam in our roundup — truly pocketable magnetic mount design
- Excellent Nextbase app with emergency SOS and witness report features
- Magnetic mount makes installation and removal effortless
- Built-in Alexa voice assistant for hands-free control
Limitations
- 2K max resolution trails 4K competitors in detail
- Night vision is average — smaller sensor captures less light
- Limited 140° field of view compared to wider competitors
