Customer Ratings & Reviews

Very good quality, the only reason I give 4 stars is because I don't see what the camera is capturing.

Easy to install. Used Alien tape so it is not permanent. Plan to switch to a new truck soon.

This dash cam is a Christmas gift, so I have no idea how it performs. The box it comes in look very professional. Great job, Pioneer! I'll ask my son after the holidays if he would confirm my recommendation.

So far it’s ok. I believe you can’t see videos when there’s no accidents but I’m not sure. I’ve only seen videos when I brake hard

Good quality and compact camera to fit in the car.

Was a gift to my husband for Christmas. He does a lot of driving for his company and has wanted to have a dash cam for some time. Will update if product is not up to par.

So far so good recommend this to freind easy to use

Perfect little dashcam. Love that its small and does not obstruct view. Great picture quality too. Would definitely buy for my other vehicles.

I bought for a Christmas gift for my husband he really likes it and how it works he had me go back and order one for my car

Its nice and compact. The setup is a pain. The quality of recording is ok. I purchased it as a daily deal so I am fine with the quality for the price I paid. Not bad but not great either

I actually bought this for a Christmas gift for my older sister so it wasn’t actually for me to put in my car

Very good easy to use and setup great video for the price

On sale at forty bucks it was a good deal but not at full price. Does the basics and has wifi and an app to access recordings.

Great compact video camera, was very simple to install on the car, instructions for app were easy. Love that is not noticeable in the car.

Small, compact and easy to install. Great beginner dash cam.

Great for cars, that don’t have cameras. Very useful.

The Pioneer compact dash camera with 1.5k resolution is that. It is compact enough that you really have to stare at the vehicle to locate the camera on the windshield. The resolution is perfect, and it provides a great view of the road ahead. The hardest part is hiding the wire from view but overall, super simple install, literally plug and play. the AI-sense app is used to manage the dash camera. It allows for live view on the app and comes with a memory card and the storage is managed through the app itself to help delete any unwanted files on the go. I have owned many dash cams in the past, and this is a great simple camara to have if you are just looking for that additional secure feeling when you drive around. Having a dash cam will in many cases help you if you are involved in an accident or if one happens in front of you the video can be shared. I highly recommend this camera to someone who is looking for a simple yet functional dash camera with a nice clear picture. The best thing i do like of this camera is how small it its and won't get in your way if mounted behind the rearview mirror.

Easy installation. Little difficult initial setting up the app.

In my opinion, this device does not shoot video very well due to the weak matrix.

I’ve been testing the Pioneer Compact Dash Camera for a couple of weeks now, and honestly, it’s been one of those devices that quietly does its job without fuss — which is exactly what you want in a dash cam. It’s small, discreet, and records consistently clear footage that you can actually rely on if something happens on the road. Setup and Installation Right out of the box, the camera feels well-built and compact — it’s lightweight but doesn’t feel cheap. The mounting setup is simple: you’ve got an adhesive bracket that sticks securely to the windshield, and the power cable runs neatly along the edge to the cigarette lighter port. The camera powered on automatically once I turned on the ignition, and the built-in 1.5-inch screen made it easy to align my view before hitting the road. There’s no fancy app pairing process to deal with here, which I actually appreciated — it’s all handled right on the device. I tested it on both Windows and macOS to review footage, and it was plug-and-play both times. The files are stored in standard MP4 format, so you don’t need any special software to view them. Video Quality For something this compact, the 1.5K resolution (2560x1440) looks great. The image is sharp, and the 120° wide-angle lens gives you solid coverage of the road ahead without distorting the edges. Daytime footage is crisp — license plates and road signs are easy to read, and exposure adjusts quickly when driving from bright sunlight into shade. At night, it still does a respectable job. Headlights and streetlights don’t blow out the image, and nearby cars are clearly visible. If you’re used to budget dash cams that struggle in low light, this is a noticeable upgrade. Performance and Features The camera automatically records when you start your car and stops when you shut it off — no button pressing needed. It loops footage once the SD card fills up, overwriting the oldest clips unless you manually save them. The G-sensor is a nice touch; it automatically locks recordings when it detects sudden impact or hard braking so they can’t be deleted accidentally. There’s also a parking mode, which activates motion detection when the car’s off (as long as it’s powered). The menu system is straightforward — a few button presses to adjust resolution, loop time, and sensitivity levels. It’s refreshingly simple compared to some overcomplicated dash cams I’ve tried. Real-World Use In everyday driving, the Pioneer dash cam just worked. It started recording every time I turned on the engine, and I never had to mess with settings or worry about missed footage. The footage quality held up across different lighting and weather — I drove in bright sun, light rain, and after dark, and it handled all of it smoothly. Even though the screen is small, it’s bright enough to quickly review clips on the go. And because it’s compact, it doesn’t block your view or scream “there’s a camera here,” which I liked. Pros • Crisp 1.5K resolution with good clarity day and night • Compact and discreet design that doesn’t obstruct view • 120° wide-angle lens captures plenty of road coverage • Easy plug-and-play setup — no app required • Reliable G-sensor and loop recording • Simple controls and user-friendly menu Cons • No Wi-Fi or smartphone app • Screen is small (good for discretion, not great for playback) • Requires manual SD card removal for video transfer Conclusion After spending time with the Pioneer Compact Dash Camera, I’ve come to really appreciate its simplicity. It doesn’t try to be overly “smart” — it just focuses on doing the basics well: clear video, reliable recording, and easy use. If you’re looking for a dash cam that’s compact, dependable, and captures clean 1.5K footage without any unnecessary extras, this one hits the mark. It’s a great choice for anyone who wants peace of mind on the road without a bunch of setup headaches.