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30% off: A229 Pro 2CH $384.99, A229 PLUS 2CH $279.99, A129 Plus Duo $202.99, P800 Webcam $37.10 Delivered @ VIOFO

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30% off: A229 Pro 2CH $384.99, A229 PLUS 2CH $279.99, A129 Plus Duo $202.99, P800 Webcam $37.10 Delivered @ VIOFO
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Cheryhello on 26/12/2024 - 14:59 viofo.com.au (2294 clicks)
Last edited 26/12/2024 - 16:30 by 3 other users
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here u go, last sale was more than 6 month ago for their end of financial year. just spotted on facebook their ad of doing 30% off for boxing box until 2nd of Jan.

A229 pro 2ch $384.99 , 3ch $419

spec:
4K Front with Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 8MP Sensor
2K Rear with Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 5MP Sensor

HDR for Front & Rear
140° + 160°
Dual-Band Wi-Fi Built-in 2.4GHz & Ultra Fast 5GHz
G-Sensor & Motion Detection Supported
Loop Recording & Auto Emergency Lock
Smart Voice Control & Notification
Easy Installation & Friendly User Interface
GPS module & Front Circular Polarizing Lens (CPL-200 Included)
Bluetooth Emergency Remote (Optional, Not Included)
Support MicroSD Card up to 512GB (Optional, Not Included)

i am currently running A229 pro which has very good reviews, lifehackster review

A229 plus 2 ch spec :

2K+2K dual dashcam with Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 5MP Sensors
HDR for Front & Rear Cameras
140° + 160° Wide Viewing Angle
Dual-Band Wi-Fi Built-in 2.4GHz & Ultra Fast 5GHz
G-Sensor & Motion Detection Supported
Loop Recording & Auto Emergency Lock
Smart Voice Control & Notification
Easy Installation & Friendly User Interface
GPS module (Included)
Support MicroSD Card up to 512GB (Optional, Not Included)

if you are deciding in between the pro or plus, check out this review
then 3ch are bit more expensive only if you want to record cabin activities, like uber driver or ride sharing etc.

A129 plus duo is an all time value for money dashcam, there's tons of reviews on youtube for your reference.

and for viofo p800 webcam, $37 dollars delivered is a very good price also IMO.

🌟highly recommmended to get their hk4 hardwire kit and viofo endurance memory cardfor a piece of mind. 🌟

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Comments

  • markdownhunter on 26/12/2024 - 15:02
    +1

    link showing error 404?

  • internet-stranger on 26/12/2024 - 15:04
    +3

    These are my go to cams.
    Have 129s and 229s in mine and families cars.
    Would recommend the hardwire kit if you are handy enough to install it.

  • Bruceflix on 26/12/2024 - 15:08
    +2

    I can vouch for the a229 pro. Very good cam, great picture quality.

    • JIMB0 on 26/12/2024 - 15:24

      Any issues with it locking up on hot days when used in 4k resolution?

      • Bruceflix on 26/12/2024 - 15:31

        Not yet. I have read that it can happen but so far, so good.

      • toommy on 26/12/2024 - 18:56

        No issue yet but I would recommend 2k for summer and 4k for winter to prolong its life, as it gets really hot at 4k.

  • dualcore on 26/12/2024 - 15:12

    Any good dashcams / deals with interior cabin cameras?

    I do rideshare driving, have run into aggressive pax in rare occasions and hoping a camera could be a little deterrent.

  • Spam on 26/12/2024 - 15:22

    Thanks man, was eyeing this the a229 pro for a while.
    Don't forget to grab a wiring kit while you're at it

  • jace88 on 26/12/2024 - 15:31

    Good deal on the A229 Pro. I've got this dual camera setup hardwired in my 2024 Santa Fe and am pretty happy with it after previously owning Blackvue dashcams.

    I find that the motion detection can be a bit sensitive (ie it thinks I've had an accident when driving over a speed bump in our apartment carpark and 'protects' the video), and the UI can be a bit messy on the device (the buttons/labels don't seem intuitive to me) but these are minor since you don't tend to interact very often with the device (and the iPhone app is easier to use) and the video footage is excellent.

    • Spam on 26/12/2024 - 15:46
      +1

      Thanks for the review, how you liking the Sante Fe (sorry off topic) mine coming in a few days, ordered the A229 Pro just for it.
      How much was your install?

      • jace88 on 26/12/2024 - 17:28
        +1

        I am pretty happy with it. The car looks and feels far more premium than the badge or price (even if more than precious model Santa Fe) would lead you to believe. That being said I do find random driver ergonomic issues with the touch screen/interface which some of the more mature automakers eg Mercedes or even Tesla don’t have in terms of UI design, inconsistent button placement on touchscreen, inconsistent steering wheel controls vs touch screen, etc but with time I’ll get used to it.

        Other than that, and random CarPlay issues whenever I’m in a car park, I really am enjoying the car. Great fuel economy for the size of vehicle, not fast but spiritedly enough in city driving, feels luxurious inside wherever you touch, giant square boot and just generally easy to live with.

        The VIOFO dashcam is good. I got it installed by Bendas. He gave me same pricing as my last few cars I did with him so best you get a quote direct but I think the going rate nowadays is around the $300 mark.

        • Spam on 26/12/2024 - 19:18

          Thank you sir for your review, much appreciated for the info, I wasn't sure who would be reputable and has experience with the new Santa Fe. Thanks for the reassurance, I'll hit them up.

          • b4rg41nz on 27/12/2024 - 09:58
            +1

            @Spam: I recently bought this cam on an AliExpress deal with the HK4 kit. Got it installed for $300 as well except the guy came to me as I have a new baby and couldn't afford the hour or so out of the house (would be $200 if I went to him). Dash Cam Specialists in West Ryde.

    • NirajSS on 27/12/2024 - 07:40

      You can change the sensitivity on the camera. That might help. we got A129 Pro Duo GPS, VIOFO_CPL and HK3 with 2PCS MINI Fuse for $220 and hard wiring was about $150-$200 no issues and still running well with stunning quality, the person who installed the cam was really impressed with the video quality was asking which brand and where did you get it from, this was back in 2019. Was not popular at that time as mostly blackvue, thinkware, navman were widely used. I did quite a bit of searching before buying this dashcam from viofo. This is lot better than blackvue, thinkware. Yes blackvue and thinkware does offer few extra features but i feel the video quality in most cases are better in viofo both in day and night. The pricing is really competitive for the quality it offers.

  • Angeline1985 on 26/12/2024 - 15:36

    Recently bought this model. Very impressed! The video quality is outstanding Highly recommend!

    • terriblebargainer on 26/12/2024 - 17:27
      +1

      Which one? Or did you buy all 3?

      • Angeline1985 on 26/12/2024 - 19:27

        A229 Pro 2CH!

        • terriblebargainer on 26/12/2024 - 20:09

          Thanks for confirming, good to know as I am looking at the a229. Just need to confirm fuse sizes for hardwire kit.

  • Phlume on 26/12/2024 - 15:43
    +2

    Previously had a A129 Duo that would have the rear camera adhesive fail multiple times in the summer. Has this been fixed in later models and updates?

    • J0hn on 26/12/2024 - 15:51

      just buy double sides tape and re glue it

      • Phlume on 26/12/2024 - 15:54

        Which I did. Bought some gorilla double sided tape to stick it back on but now the adhesive is so strong it's proving hard to remove.

        • DeToxin on 26/12/2024 - 18:44
          +1

          Damned if you do, damned if you dont

    • Jay Nomad on 26/12/2024 - 16:21

      I don't think it is fixed. I bought mine about 3 months ago and my front one fell off, used their generic one (had couple of them included in the package) again, hoping it may last bit longer. Otherwise I might do the same as what you did in the below comment

    • shiggaz on 26/12/2024 - 17:15

      My A229 Plus fell off in the heat yesterday. Just bought some mounting tape and put it back on

  • Save Medicare on 26/12/2024 - 15:50

    Anyone have a fix for the 3M VHB stickies always falling off ? I keep having to buy new ones

    • davidle on 26/12/2024 - 16:30

      Gorilla tape worked for me.

    • jace88 on 26/12/2024 - 18:39
      +1

      Did you clean the windscreen with something like Isocol rubbing alcohol? I've found that it helps alot if you clean it properly beforehand.

    • Richardc on 26/12/2024 - 21:00

      Static film then VHB tape

  • Red Pandas on 26/12/2024 - 16:14

    Which hardwire kit do you buy for the A229 Pro? There’s so many on the site.

    • Spam on 26/12/2024 - 16:18
      +3

      I got the HK4 wiring kit with the A229 pro

      • jace88 on 26/12/2024 - 18:41
        +1

        Same, I also got HK4 for my 2024 Santa Fe and the A229 Pro. I figured anything else required would be able to be provided by a professional dashcam installer.

    • Cheryhello on 26/12/2024 - 16:22

      Hk4, here is the link: https://www.viofo.com.au/product/hk4/

    • JIMB0 on 26/12/2024 - 19:53

      You'll also need fuse taps. Most likely micro size depending on your vehicle.

  • original15 on 26/12/2024 - 16:15
    +1

    This is comparable to Blackvue for a slice of the price yeh?

    • Cheryhello on 26/12/2024 - 16:24

      Yes, for the price this is a true value for money dashcam. Lot of YouTube comparison videos as well if needed to check before buying 👍

  • felto82 on 26/12/2024 - 16:37

    A couple of questions, as I am a newbie to dash cams.

    1. Does the A229 Pro record to a cloud service? In fact, do any viofo dahs cams?

    2. I have a hybrid car and want it to record when parked. Does anyone have a recommendation for a battery device or any advice on how to hard-wire this?

    • Cheryhello on 26/12/2024 - 16:47
      +1

      Don’t think they record to cloud. None of my car is hybrid so not sure, but I think it should be much easier than ICE cars as they have battery to last?

    • foBargainer on 26/12/2024 - 17:10

      1. None of Viofo dashcams have cloud service. Also, when comparing it with Blackvue, Blackvue cloud service is subscription based, so its additional cost.

      2. I am looking to get this answer as well for RAV4. From what I have gathered, is that people install a second battery for parking mode as well. Speak to any installer, and they may be able to confirm how to hook the parking mode with external battery pack.

      • Jazkatz on 26/12/2024 - 20:12

        External battery pack something like powercell or cellink neo can either be powered via cig socket or hardwire fuse tap to box. When ignition is on the battery is charging and dashcam is on. When ignition is off the battery supplies the power to the dashcam independently until power depletes. Depending on specs of battery it can take say 45 mins of driving to charge from dead to 100% full which can supply up to 20hrs of parking mode (i have DR970X Plus 2CH). Parking mode is activated if your dashcam has the feature and recognises when car is stationary through accelerometre, about 5 minutes i think.

    • valour on 26/12/2024 - 17:31

      Not sure if this is the answer you are after, but the hardwire kit has a battery drain protection feature. It cuts out once the battery gets to a pre-configured amount. Not sure how long it works whilst parked before it gets to this level.

    • JIMB0 on 26/12/2024 - 20:05

      1. It has a function that will connect to wifi so you can transfer files to your computer. I've never used it and I'm not sure if it can be automated.

      2. The 12v electrical system on a hybrid car is no different to any other car. Just hardwire it as per the instructions and you'll get parking mode. The standard battery will run it for days before cutting out. You can turn the camera off manually when parked at home to save the battery power for when you're out.

    • Bubble Tea on 26/12/2024 - 20:15
      1. I just recently hardwired my own car. The hardwire kit will cut off power to the dashcam when it hits a certain voltage threshold to ensure you don’t kill your car battery (ie. so your car can still start).

      Most people do not have a secondary battery for parking mode - they’ll crimp fuse taps to the hardwire kit that will tap into your fuse box (1 fuse tap cable ACC that tells your car when your car is running, another cable BATT where power is provided all the time)

    • felto82 on 26/12/2024 - 20:27

      Thanks everyone. Which hard-wire kit should I get then? Could someone please point it out from the website, that would be great. Very appreciative of everyone's help.

      • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 06:13

        Depends on which model u getting, a229 pro and plus uses hk4 hardwire kit whereas a129 plus duo uses hk3, it is in their accessories page to purchase.

  • Spending2Much on 26/12/2024 - 17:10

    Wanting to upgrade my blackvue

    Is the VIOFO better than blackvue DR 750s-2ch ??
    I've got he PMP switch with the BlackVue, so I can switch it off when it's in my garage

    • NirajSS on 27/12/2024 - 07:54

      In my view viofo is better. blackvue may offer some extra features but regarding the video quality viofo is better. see for yourself, lots of videos available of comparison.

  • valour on 26/12/2024 - 17:27

    $384.99 is the same price they had for their Black Friday sale only a few weeks ago. I bought one for myself for Christmas. Also got the A329 2 channel for $517.99.
    But has the sale ended already because I can only see the 2 ch A229 Pro for $549.99 now or do you need to put a code in?

  • limucat on 26/12/2024 - 18:19

    I bought the A129 many years ago. I thought this was the ozbargain fav dashcam.

    I have zero issues but at the time I bought a third party wire.

    Thinking to buy another a129… Is this New HK4kit working compatible with the A129? Easier to o get from one wbesite

    • numnut on 26/12/2024 - 21:09
      +1

      My a129 duo died recently. Not really sure why. Possibly to do with the heat or I just got a bad one.

      Got this hardwired with hk3 kit. And plan to get one of these to replace it. Most likely a229 pro.

      It should be a simple pull off and then replace with the new one. Unless someone tells me otherwise.

    • NirajSS on 27/12/2024 - 07:57

      Got a129 pro duo gps, cpl and hk3 for $220 in 2019 running good and still video quality lot better than many you will find in the market.

  • Xwahash on 26/12/2024 - 18:26

    Curious as to if these dashcams have a capacitor to cater for Australian heat

    • internet-stranger on 26/12/2024 - 18:32

      I’ve never had an issue with mine, 229 has been running for 5 years since bought the car, always parked out in sun.
      Mine is hardwired so never thought about the capacitor part.

    • Kaise on 26/12/2024 - 21:37

      A129 to my knowledge has a capacitor

  • Nyooom on 26/12/2024 - 20:56
    +1

    Would recommend comparing prices to their official AliExpress store. The dash cam I bought ended up being about $50 cheaper and it came within a week

    • Cheryhello on 26/12/2024 - 21:42

      Would also recommend when you considering the local warranty when comparing the hassle when dealing with AliExpress. Secondly , I prefer local business with gst invoice for tax purposes.

      • bobjane on 27/12/2024 - 01:02

        Viofo AU doesn't provide invoices and GST is not shown anywhere, at least that's my experience across multiple purchases.

        • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 06:07

          Did required one and they have provided.

      • Nyooom on 27/12/2024 - 11:39

        Fair enough, just providing the information if others are interested in saving a bit more

  • Wilburre on 26/12/2024 - 21:42
    +1

    Answer to the common question people have about hardwiring - any hardware kit will work. Essentially it's just a constant power source with a voltage cutoff.

    All hardware kits have 3 connections - ground, constant power and switched power. These are how the dashcam knows when to turn on and off.

    Cam will turn on and off with the key. A constant power source will remain with the key off to allow the cam to switch on for parking mode in whatever way the cam itself wants - timer, shock sensor etc.

    Depending on the model of your vehicle and how you want to implement you can either run cable through the firewall to the battery, buy a hardware kit that taps the OBD2 port, or tap the internal fusebox.

    When tapping the internal fuse box it is best to tap circuits that are fairly benign - don't tap into anything important such as ABS, SRS, ECU, indicators or lights.

    My personal candidates for circuits to tap when doing this work are cigarette/12 socket for switched power and the headliner light or stereo power for constant power - both of these are usually constant power in most cars as the overhead lights usually come on with door opening without the key, and oem stereos usually have constant power for the clock and alarm (aftermarket YMMV).

    Don't run a dashcam off of a conventional power bank unless you want to burn your car to the ground. A specialist product like cellmate is likely fine, but not your phone charging power bank.

    My personal setup is using the provided 12v connector of a dashcam and plugging that into a Blackmagic pro that I've hardwired. It gives me a switch box with a hard on/off switch and dip switches to select one of several cutoff voltages that I've mounted in the glove box.

    Most hardwire kits only have a single cutoff voltage but some are more complex than others. The blackmagic just gives a little more flexibility and the ability to cut power completely such as when parking at home for days at a time, without having to unplug anything.

    • JIMB0 on 27/12/2024 - 03:24

      Viofo cameras don't turn off when you shut the car off, they use the loss of accessory power as a signal to start parking mode. You can't just use any hardwire kit as it won't function properly.

      • Wilburre on 27/12/2024 - 07:31

        That's how nearly every dashcam works. Switched power is accessory power - hence all hardwire kits having a switched power and a constant power connection.

        • JIMB0 on 27/12/2024 - 08:13

          Viofo hardwire kits are different. They have a USB-C connection on the camera which always has power and one of the spare pins is connected to ACC. When ACC is lost the camera starts parking mode.

  • nightelves on 27/12/2024 - 08:47

    Is there any difference between the Duo Plus and the Pro? I opted for the Plus version given the Pro was $400+ at the time.

    • aragornelessar on 27/12/2024 - 10:45
      +1

      Think the main difference is the 4K vs 2K front cameras

      • nightelves on 27/12/2024 - 11:11
        +1

        Thanks I suppose that’s not big of a deal for me.

      • Spending2Much on 27/12/2024 - 17:26
        +1

        And the included CPL in the pro version

  • danzeit on 27/12/2024 - 12:31

    Anyone know what's the length of the cable that powers the A229 Pro main unit?
    Reason being, my car only has the 12v socket in the boot.

    Thanks.

    • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 12:49
      +1

      It should be 4 meters if I am not wrong.

  • OzzyBoy1 on 27/12/2024 - 12:42

    I am looking to get something pretty basic that captures both front and rear view for my Toyota Corolla. Do i need to go for A129 or 229? I am struggling to find installers as I don't want cables dangling everyhwere. Thinking of getting hw kit too for continuous power supply when car is parked.

    • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 12:49

      A129 plus duo should be sufficient enough, u can easily get it installed if using cigs lighter, if u want to get hw kit installed , might need to get help from auto electricians or someone who have the knowledge that can help.

      • OzzyBoy1 on 27/12/2024 - 12:52

        Thanks for quick reply. With cigs lighter i can't use dashcam when car is parked on the street right? I need hw kit for power when parked?

        • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 12:59

          That’s correct 👍

        • JIMB0 on 27/12/2024 - 19:49

          It can be done with a battery pack.

  • Spending2Much on 27/12/2024 - 17:38

    Can't decide between the A229 Plus or the A229 Pro for $105 more….

    ($80.51 difference if you price the included CPL in the Pro kit at $24.49)

    • Phlume on 27/12/2024 - 20:40
      +2

      After watching multiple reviews, it appears the A229 Pro has some capture issues not found on the Plus. Went with the Plus instead.

  • Brick50 on 27/12/2024 - 19:30

    Anyone know what a double beep means for viofo?

    I have a Mini 2, first one just went dead and wouldn't turn on but had red leds on

    Second one occasionally I get back in car after parking mode and its just double beep, pause, double beep
    And it didn't record the single event that has occurred since I got camera 1.5yr ago

    My Blackvue DR590 would be 4?+ years old and never missed a beat

    • Cheryhello on 27/12/2024 - 20:37
      +1

      Sounds like a memory card error to me

    • Maxdax on 27/12/2024 - 22:41

      Mine dos when the camera stops recording (freezes) normally unplugging the rear camera & plugging back in works

  • ozasis on 31/12/2024 - 14:22

    Didn't notice when ordering the A129 plus duo that it said in a lighter font 'on backorder' and that my order receipt said on backorder as well.

    Anyone know how long they take, as I was hoping to install in a week or so?

    • Cheryhello on 31/12/2024 - 14:56
      +1

      My order was fulfilled but friends’ got delayed as on back order, he emailed them for a priority process as needed for a road trip and got quick processed next day. U may try to email them to try ur luck too

      • ozasis on 31/12/2024 - 17:46

        Thanks, will try!

  • Bargainizer on 31/12/2024 - 18:53

    Interested is grabbing the a229 pro, however, some reviews suggest a229 pro has heating issues? Has this been fixed via a firmware update or still an issue for some?

    • JIMB0 on 01/01/2025 - 09:41
      +1

      If you run it at a lower resolution it should be fine, but then you've wasted your money over getting the plus.

      • Bargainizer on 01/01/2025 - 15:56

        Thanks, may as well save the 100 odd $s then :)

  • terriblebargainer on 01/01/2025 - 19:09

    Anyone used the RWC200 rear camera for the A229 external cam for dual cabs. Just wondering if it's any good as having a rear cam in the back window of the dual cab ute seems a bit pointless in terms of capturing details for parked incidents, unless you capture them from a distance there is a good chance you miss the plate.

  • Avi0001 on 03/01/2025 - 13:06

    I was keen to buy that A229 pro 2Ch but when I searched the dashcam talk thread that people are complaining about sudden shutting down issue, I just cancelled my plan to buy.

    I heard A329 2Ch has good heat resistance as compare the A229 pro 2Ch.

    I will wait for A329 Pro 2ch to get on discounted price.

    • internet-stranger on 03/01/2025 - 19:56

      I can honestly say I’ve had mine for 3 years and it’s never shut down. Car is parked in direct sunlight.
      Only thing is I use the hardwire kit so if it’s a battery issue with heat that may work around the issue.

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