Is the 522GW worth it over the 422GW?

The 522GW adds a higher 1440p resolution, a touchscreen and more connected features over the 422GW. If you mainly drive at night, the step up to the 622GW is the bigger gain.

Does it record in 4K?

No. It tops out at 1440p at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps. The 622GW is the model with 4K.

What memory card does it need?

Use a microSD card rated U3, up to 128GB. Nextbase sells its own cards, and standard cards can cause recording errors.

Can I add a rear camera?

Yes. It supports Nextbase's rear window camera module, which plugs into the main unit and records the road behind.

Does it need a phone to work?

No. It records on its own once powered. The phone app is only for viewing, downloading and changing settings, and Alexa needs a paired phone.

The dashcam, the Click&Go PRO GPS mount, a car power cable and a window tool for routing the cable. A memory card is usually sold separately.

Where is the Nextbase 522GW cheapest?

At Newegg, for $159.20, 18% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Nextbase 522GW?

5 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Walmart, Crutchfield, Amazon, Newegg.

Nextbase 522GW

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What reviewers say

Reviewers rate the 522GW as a solid mid-range dashcam with easy mounting and good daytime detail. Owners praise the touchscreen and GPS mount but complain about the small battery, app reliability and night video quality.

What people mention

Video qualityPraisedDaytime footage is sharp and readable, though night clips lose detail.
MountPraisedThe magnetic Click&Go mount is quick to attach and remove.
BatteryCriticisedThe internal battery lasts only briefly and is meant for parking mode.
App pairingCriticisedOwners report slow or failed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections to the phone app.
TouchscreenPraisedThe 3-inch touchscreen is easy to use for settings and playback.
Night videoMixedLow-light clips are usable but softer than those from pricier Nextbase models.

About the Nextbase 522GW

The Nextbase 522GW is a dashboard camera that records video of the road ahead. It has a CMOS sensor and an F1.3 aperture, and it records at up to 1440p HD at 30 fps. At 1080p it can record at up to 60 fps. Night Shot is included, and the camera records continuously.

It has a 3.0-inch touchscreen and mounts on the dashboard with the Click&Go PRO GPS Mount. GPS is built in. A G-sensor registers movement, and the camera can recognize number plates. A small battery supports parking mode. Power comes from the car power cable through the mount.

The camera connects by QuickLink Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, and it works with a mobile app. NFC is included, and it supports Alexa. Footage is stored locally on a microSD card, and cloud storage is supported. The camera is water resistant.

Type

Dashcam

Resolution

1440p HD at 30 fps; 1080p at up to 60 fps

Sensor

CMOS, F1.3 aperture

Display

3.0-inch touchscreen

Mount

Click&Go PRO GPS Mount

Connectivity

QuickLink Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC