Garmin Dash Cam 57

Colorful, detailed captures day and night ; Small enough to hide behind your mirror ; Super-convenient magnetic mounting ; Phone and cloud connectivity

No rear camera option

If you need interior captures, check out the Garmin . Otherwise, the Dash Cam 57 (or the 67W, with 180-degree FOV) is our favorite front-only camera on the market. It’s pricey, but the best usually is, and the long warranty provides peace of mind.

Compact size ; Voice control ; Good safety features ; Easy-to-use magnetic mount

No glare filter ; Slightly fuzzy images at duskier times ; No touchscreen

If you’re in the market for a compact, unobtrusive dashcam and aren’t bothered by the lack of touchscreen or more prominent display, the Garmin 57 might be a perfect fit.

Compact design ; 1440p video with HDR ; Automatic uploads and free cloud storage

140-degree lens could be wider ; Battery only 30 minutes ; Cloud storage free for just 24 hours

The Garmin 57 is an excellent dash cam with all of the features most drivers could ever need. From GPS and parking mode, to 1440p resolution with HDR, and a simple, compact windscreen mounting system, there’s a lot to like here. There’s also the new...