Does the Cobra SC 250R record in true 4K?

Yes, the front camera records True 4K at 4096 x 2160. The included rear camera records at a lower resolution.

Can I add an interior camera?

Yes. An optional interior camera adds a third view, for up to three simultaneous views on the 3-inch screen.

What memory card does it take?

It uses a microSD card and supports cards up to 512GB. There is no bulk delete, so you format the card to clear footage.

Does it work with the Drive Smarter app?

Yes, it pairs over dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with the Drive Smarter app for live view and settings. Some owners report Wi-Fi and cloud features not working.

How is it powered and mounted?

It is wired with the included 12V power cord or an OBD-II cord, and mounts with adhesive. Owners report the adhesive can be weak.

Does it have parking monitoring?

Yes. It offers Parking Live View, motion detection and sound detection, plus a Privacy Mode button to pause recording.

Where is the Cobra SC 250R cheapest?

At Cobra Electronics US, for $199.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Cobra SC 250R?

Rated 4 out of 5 from 53 ratings. Buyers like: Excellent camera quality; Records every move on the road; Easy to operate; good recording quality in the app. Common complaints: Video/images pixelated; Rear camera stopped displaying within a week.

Where can I buy the Cobra SC 250R?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Cobra Electronics US, Home Depot, eBay, Walmart, Best Buy.

Cobra SC 250R

Best price now

$199.95at Cobra Electronics USChecked 31 min ago

Compared across 12 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Cobra Electronics US

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

What reviewers say

4 / 553 ratings

Buyers rate it well overall, praising video quality, the clear screen and easy setup, including front and rear installs. Complaints center on pixelated footage for some units, a rear camera that failed quickly, weak adhesive and Wi-Fi or cloud features that did not work as claimed.

What people mention

Video qualityMixedMany praise clear 4K footage, but some report pixelated video and images.
Rear cameraCriticisedSome owners say the rear camera stopped displaying within a week and was hard to mount.
Mount adhesiveCriticisedBuyers report the adhesive will not stick to the window and some switched to stronger Velcro.
SetupPraisedOwners describe easy setup, including front and rear cameras in a Chevrolet Equinox.
ConnectivityCriticisedSome say Wi-Fi and cloud storage no longer work despite the advertised claims.
ScreenPraisedThe 3-inch screen is called clear and easy to see while driving.

About the Cobra SC 250R

The Cobra SC 250R is a dash cam with a True 4K front camera that records at 4096 x 2160 and has a 140-degree angle of view. A rear-view accessory camera is included, and an optional interior camera can be added for up to 3 simultaneous views. A 3" screen shows what the dual cameras are recording.

It records continuously in a loop cycle to a microSD card, with support for cards up to 512GB. Motion detection and sound detection are included, and a microphone allows two-way audio.

The camera has dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and works with the Drive Smarter app. It also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Parking Live View allows live streaming of the parking view. If an impact is detected, the camera sends an email and text to a designated contact.

Front video

True 4K (4096 x 2160), 140-degree view

Rear camera

Rear-view accessory camera with extension cable

Screen

Storage

microSD card, up to 512GB; cloud storage available

Connectivity

Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

App support

Drive Smarter app, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

Mounting