Customers recognize the ease of installation, clear picture quality, and night vision capabilities of the License Plate Back-Up Camera. They appreciate the active parking lines that assist in safe parking. While some customers have concerns about video quality and the constant illumination of the LED lights, many find the camera to be a great safety feature and a good value for the price.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good wide angle back up camera
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We’ve had one of these installed on one of cars because we have always had a car that comes with the back up camera installed. We had Best Buy install this rear back up camera and I’d say so far so good. It has the lines to help/guide you and it has a wide angle I’d recommend this camera. I purchased it as an open box to save some money. No issues, it came with all the parts. No complaints with this model.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Installation, Night vision
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Buy's Back up camera
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Perfect, out of sight and easy to install. At night led lights around the camera go a perfect view
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price
Cons mentioned:
Video quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good for the money.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works great. Quality is just ok. You get what you pay for. Overall satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Night vision
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good camera replaced old bullet
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great little camera works good at night, it’s something for my hummer wasn’t much Real estate available for mounting ! Wanted it centered ! was able to do a MacGyver mount under the plastic in the back flip the camera upside down on the mount works great! Recommend Best Buy install it works Proper
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Clear picture
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I Beam Back Up Camera
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Was looking for something universal that looked good on the car. Fits directly behind the license plate. Recommend removing license plate frame if you’re looking to get the camera aimed more to the ground. Otherwise with the frame in place you get a good downward angle to see everything behind you. Very clear picture. Active parking lines when backing and turning. Wife absolutely loves it since her car was built prior to backup cameras being nearly standard equipment now and the fact that her car has tons of blind spots. Definitely recommend
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Led lights
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
So far, so good
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Pleased with the images but do not like that the 4 LED lights STAY ON CONSTANTLY when the car is on. Other drivers have pulled up besides me telling me it's lit (day & night). Wondering if they can be set to only come on when the car is in reverse?
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Installation
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Installed on 2011 Malibu with Kenwood Stereo
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This camera was installed on a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu using a Kenwood stereo and works great. Purchased as an open box item but works as described. There was some wiring to be completed but this was not too difficult.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great backup camera for the price
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very good backup camera for the price. I got it on sale for $100. The lines do move when the steering wheel is turned but there is a slight lag. There is very good clarity to the camera. The backup camera itself has led lights around it that light up when in reverse. The quality is great during the day time when the sun is out. There is no beeping if you are coming into contact with an object.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Camara was Not Compatible for My Setup
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this camera to replace my old bulky license plate camera. My original setup had a red 12v power and a yellow rca video cable so I thought it would be an easy swap. Nope. This camera comes with a 4 pin connection I am not familiar with. I would have to rewire my whole car with their unique cable all the way to the stereo and I was not about to do that endeavor again. I decided to buy an adapter I found online, but all that adapter did when I plugged it in was burn through its own insulation. At this point I don't what else I can do to get this camera to work on the wires I already installed.
I just wish the box had let me know the connection was a different kind when I found this product on the shelf. At this point I have to consider this a loss and I'm $100 poorer now. Unfortunately given the amount of time that has passed with me trying to solve this issue, I won't be able to return it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Clear view just not accurate in distance
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Camera view is pretty clear the only thing is the distance that it shows is not very accurate
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
iBeam Backup Camera
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Looks really cool, supposed to have the best backup guides on the market. Haven't installed yet.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Don’t buy it!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bestbuy tech recommend this camera. Reviews had four recommendations. So I thought it was worth it to give it a try. After purchasing my install date was over a week out. Today it was installed. Worst camera ever! Literally useless. Install was great. Camera is pointless to have. Save yourself the trouble buy a newer car instead.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Rear View
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I can now see how close I am to the car behind me. My car is big, I’m still getting used to driving in what feels like a huge bus. It automatically goes to rear view when I put my car in reverse and my music still plays too. Very happy with purchase, backing up is a breeze.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for night driving
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This backup camera has great night vision, and the parking lines are very accurate. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a backup camera.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Back up cam
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
New to this style of car, so I figured a back up camera would be a good idea. I have no complaints.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Pretty disappointed, and out of $90.
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The good: it provides a clear cross picture.
The bad: the guide lines are pointing straight up at the sky. Probably because of this, it also is way off as far as how close the back bumper is to things.
I contacted the manufacturer, and they were very responsive. They sent me a brand new one because I couldn't get the first one to work properly. However, the new one does the same thing, which leads me to believe this brand of backup cameras just isn't very good.
I have this installed on my daughter's car. The camera is pointing down as far as I can get it without breaking the bracket it comes with. So it's not because the camera is pointing up. The picture coming out of it is exactly the same as my car. But the lines are pointing up >45 degree angle.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works great, 4 LEDS around camera edges.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very satisfied. Clear color, parking guide lines built in and 4 leds that turn on when car is on. Looks great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Terrible picture - especially at night
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This camera's image quality is seriously lacking for its price. For $100, go with a different camera. I returned and went with the Pioneer ND-BC8 for the same price. Attached are comparisons of the two cameras at night.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice upgrade for my 2008 JKU
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It’s nice to have a good quality picture of what’s going on when you’re backing up
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
camer quality
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
it doesn't do well once you turn the wheel its horrible