VIOFO A129 Plus vs. VIOFO A229

The VIOFO A129 Plus is a single-channel dash cam with a front-facing camera capable of 2K QHD recording at 60 fps. The A129 Plus has a wider field of view (140°) than the A129 or A129 Pro. If you’re looking for a dual-channel dash cam of the same VIOFO model series, fret not as VIOFO also offers an A129 Plus Duo.

With its recent firmware update, users of the A129 Plus are also allowed to record in 2K QHD at 60FPS. As a result, even when your vehicle is travelling at higher speeds, the recordings are fluid and smooth, capturing critical details.

Thanks to its 5MP Sony STARVIS image sensor, the A129 Plus can provide excellent video quality during the day and Super Night Vision in low-light situations. The A129 Plus, like other VIOFO dash cams, has a 2" HD screen with user-friendly buttons and an adhesive GPS antenna.

With the G-sensor's motion and impact detection parking mode, the VIOFO A129 Plus protects your vehicle by recording videos when it detects movement even when you are not present. You'll need a 3-wire Hardwiring cable or an external battery pack to use this feature (such as the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 Battery Pack). Unfortunately, this model does not support the Buffered Parking Mode function.

The VIOFO A129 Plus comes with an external GPS module. This GPS can be used to record your speed and route data in your video footage. The A129 Plus clock synchronized with GPS time will also allow your video files to be properly time-stamped. This feature can be used to defend yourself if you receive ticket violations in error.

If you want to watch the videos you recorded, you can use the VIOFO A129 Plus' built-in Wi-Fi to easily access and playback the files. You only need to connect to the VIOFO mobile app to configure the settings and watch videos on your phone without having to remove your micro SD cards.

If you think the A129 Plus already offers useful features, let's see if the all-new A229 can change your mind.

Image and video quality are at their best as the VIOFO A229 is equipped with a 5.14MP Sony STARVIS IMX335 image sensor to record your drive in 2K QHD from the front and rear cam.

Built-in F1.6 aperture lens and WDR technology, the VIOFO A229 offers great assistance to shoot more detailed images both day and night. Its 2K high-resolution camera can also seamlessly capture license plates even if you're caught in a rear-end collision, or provide evidence if another car is harassing you on the road.

For a more enhanced display, you can also get a separately sold CPL (Circular Polarizing Lens) that can be used to reduce glare and reflections from glasses.

The larger 2.4-inch HD display of the VIOFO A229 dash camera, as opposed to the VIOFO A129 Plus’ standard 2-inch screen, provides a more straightforward, effortless live view and improves thermal dissipation and service life.

In addition to "REC," "MIC," and "Wi-Fi," two new LED indicators, "PWR" and "GPS," have been added to the front panel to make it easier to see the status of the camera and the functions that are active.

The VIOFO A229 now has a sleek compact design with a 2.8mm super slim coaxial rear cable and miniature connectors for neatly hidden mounting, making it easier even for beginners. This newly upgraded coaxial cable reduces electromagnetic interference more effectively than traditional cable types.

Instead of suction mounts, VIOFO included transparent Static Windshield Stickers in the package. This sheet also serves as a barrier between the sticky tape and your windshield glass, preventing residual marks when removing the dashcam - ideal for car rental, car share, and fleet use.

In order to accommodate other vehicle types with different installation approaches, the A229 now includes a reversible USB-C charging cable and two USB-C power ports, one on the left side of the front camera and one on top of the GPS module.

The VIOFO A229 has dual-band Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi connection makes it simple to control and monitor videos on your mobile phone using the VIOFO App. Moreover, the A229 is equipped with upgraded 5GHz Wi-Fi connection technology, which allows for transfer speeds of up to 8MB/s, four times faster than standard 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.