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Dash Cam Battery Pack Comparison

Compare dash cam battery packs to find the best fit for your needs

Accessories to Get the Most Out of Your Dash Cam

Find the dash cam accessories you need to take your dash cam to the next level. Here at BlackboxMyCar, we offer our customers a variety of different accessories, cables, add-ons and mounts for your current wi-fi dashboard camera to ensure your device works at its best.

From dash cam adhesive tapes and suction cup mounts, to mini usb or micro USB cables, to extra dash cam battery pack, we have the accessory you need.

Dash cam battery packs are trusted life extenders - not only to your dash cam, but to your vehicle’s battery. Beyond hardwiring the dash cam to your fuse box, these devices help maintain continuous recording for your protection, even in the event of power outages or sudden electrical issues.

Since the dashcam is powered by a separate battery pack, it also eliminates strain on your vehicle's main battery, wear and tear, especially for those vehicles with small batteries. This means you won't have to worry about your car's battery being harmed by the dashcam's constant use, even in the years to come.

Want to maximize your 24/7 driving and parking protection? Go for a dash cam battery pack.

Dash Cam Battery Pack Comparison

Need help in choosing the right dash cam battery pack for you? Check out our top recommendations:

Which one do we recommend?

Compared to USB power banks, These dashcam battery packs are meant to withstand extreme temperatures, which is why they are built of LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate), which is much safer and more durable, especially in warmer temperatures.

In terms of power, the more premium dash cam battery pack models like the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 and the BlackVue B130-X Ultra Magic Battery pack have larger capacities of 7,500mAh, compared to the iVolt’s 4,500mAh, a 40% increase in capacity, allowing for longer parking mode.

Beyond that, the PowerCell 8 and the B-130X are also more advanced as they come with Bluetooth, while also being capable of pairing with their dedicated smartphone apps for easier configuration and battery management. They are also equipped with USB ports which can be used in charging other devices in your car.

Still, in terms of long-term upgradability and future-proofing your setup, it’s only the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 that is compatible with a battery pack extender like the Cellink NEO Extended Battery, allowing you to add on additional batteries as your needs change.

How much power does my dash cam use?

Thinkware 

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Model

Front Camera

Front + Rear

Thinkware F200 Pro

2.3 Wh or 39 hours of parking mode

3.1 Wh or 29 hours of parking mode

Thinkware F70 Pro

2.8 Wh or 32 hours of parking mode

With Energy Saving: 23 days or 552 hours of parking mode

Thinkware Q1000

208.8 mA or 35 hours of parking mode

with Energy Saving + RADAR: 45.2 mA or 166 hours of parking mode

274.5 mA or 27 hours of parking mode

with Energy Saving + RADAR: 45.2 mA or 166 hours of parking mode

Thinkware U3000

3.77 Wh or 25 hours of parking mode

Energy Saving Parking Mode: 0.11 Wh or 36 days or 864 hours of parking mode

3.77 Wh or 25 hours of parking mode

Energy Saving Parking Mode: 0.11 Wh or 36 days or 864 hours of parking mode

BlackVue

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Model

Front Camera

Front + Rear

Front + Rear + Interior

BlackVue DR770X

190mA or
39 hours of parking mode

300mA or
25 hours of parking mode

-

BlackVue DR770X Box

-

-

610mA or 12 hours of parking mode

* Approx. 40mA increase in current when Interior Camera IR LEDs are ON

BlackVue DR770X-2CH LTE

310mA or 24 hours of parking mode

-

BlackVue DR970X

230mA or 32 hours of parking mode

-

350mA or 21 hours of parking mode

-

VIOFO

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Model

Front Camera

Front + Rear

Front + Rear + Interior

VIOFO A129 Plus

5.76 Wh or
15 hours or parking mode

5.76 Wh or
15 hours or parking mode

-

VIOFO A119 Mini 2

2.99 Wh or
30 hours or parking mode

-

-

VIOFO A139 Pro

3.47 Wh or
26 hours of parking mode

5.71 Wh or
16 hours of parking mode

9.32 Wh or
9 hours of parking mode

VIOFO A229 Plus

2.66 Wh or 36 hours of parking mode

4.41 Wh or 22 hours of parking mode

6.40 Wh or 15 hours of parking mode

VIOFO A229 Pro

3.15 Wh or 30 hours of Parking Mode

4.98 Wh or 19 hours of parking mode

6.93 Wh or 13 hours of parking mode

Note: These are estimates, and discharging times may vary based on other factors such as age, settings, usage conditions, and parking environment.

Which power output cable do I need?

When you purchase a dash cam battery pack to power your dash cam for parking mode, you have one fundamental question to answer, and that’s how are you going to connect the battery pack to your dash cam. Not sure which one you need? Check our Choosing the Right Output Cable for Your Battery Pack guide.