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Comparing Dash Cams Battery Packs

With so many models to choose from, it may seem overwhelming to figure out which dash cam battery pack the best solution for your dash cam needs. We can help!

Dash Cam Battery Packs Comparison

An alternative to traditional hardwiring kits, dash cam battery packs are for users who want to take advantage of parking mode-equipped dash cams. Powered by LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate), battery packs are perfect for drivers that park for longer periods of time where the vehicle's battery is not enough.

How much power does my dash cam use?

Thinkware 

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Front Camera

Front + Rear

FA200

2.3 Wh

3.1 Wh

F800 Pro

2.9 Wh

4.2 Wh

Q800PRO

2.9 Wh

4.2 Wh

U1000

3.1 Wh

5.1 Wh

BlackVue

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Front Camera

Front + Rear

DR900X

4.2 Wh

5.4 Wh

DR750X

3.3 Wh

4.5 Wh

DR590X

2.88 Wh

4.44 Wh

DR750-2CH LTE

-

4.2 Wh

VIOFO

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Front Camera

Front + Rear

Front + Rear + Interior

A139 3-CH

-

4.80 Wh

5.97 Wh

A129 Pro

5.76 Wh

5.76 Wh

-

A129 Plus

5.76 Wh

5.76 Wh

-

A129

-

3.52 Wh

-

A119 V3

-

2.16 Wh

-

IROAD

Average power consumption in Normal Recording Mode

Front Camera

Front + Rear

X10

-

3.0 Wh

X9

-

2.9 Wh

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.