BlackVue DR750X-2CH PLUS

Look, I’m the first to admit I’m a dash camera skeptic.

I’m not a fan of having them in my car, and I haven’t had enough instances where I felt I required one in my car. Until now.

We were approached by BlackVue and offered the chance to review their range of dash cameras. I opened up a few and their accessories, and settled on the DR750X-2CH as the middle of the range camera to test.

Personally, the 4K DR900X-2CH is overkill (unless you need to read a long distance license plate), and anything less than 1080p isn’t really worth it.

Another team member here at ieatwords tested the DR590-1CH, which is just a Full-HD front-only camera. It features the Sony Starvis sensor found in the DR750X-2CH for better night vision and quick adaptability to changes in light.

The DR590-1CH is the best bang for buck option in the BlackVue line-up. It’s the most affordable option, however it misses out on the app-connectivity feature. So, you’ll need to remove the SD card and upload clips to your computer.

If you’re okay not having a rear-facing camera, then the DR590-1CH will be the best option for you out of the BlackVue line-up. Our tester mentioned it makes for a great parking camera, as you’re usually going to be reversed into by someone in a touch-parking incident.

So, I set out to kit up our test car to long term test the DR750X-2CH.

I was kinda hoping to catch some magnificent crash all in the name of content, but sadly there wasn’t any footage that would make it onto an Aussie Dash Camera YouTube channel.

Installation was a breeze for the front camera, for someone who has limited experience installing something like this. I love the included tools that BlackVue provided, helping avoid lifted fingernails and lots of swear words to be said.

The barrel design of the camera is great to hide out of the line of sight, for people like me who hate the look of anything stuck onto the windshield.

Once installed, I immediately went to disable the audio cue that lets you know the camera is recording.

Additionally, if I was to keep the long term camera in here, I would look to pay for someone to properly install it, as this cable leading to the 12V socket is really annoying.

We didn’t have the ability to get the second camera installed, which is intended to face backwards. That’s actually the camera I would prioritise putting into my car, as most accidents are caused by being rear ended while you’re stationary.

So in terms of personal installation, the rear camera will be a little too hard for some to install seamlessly.

The barrel design allows you to easily slip the camera out from its case to remove the SD card, or just connect to the camera via the BlackVue app.

The app was really easy to use, and I loved how you could quickly access clips and download them to your phone. It's useful and simple, rather than having to hunt for an SD card reader.

Prices vary depending on where you buy from, but for around $600 this BlackVue is a little bit of an investment. It’s certainly a worthwhile one if you plan on opting for the BlackVue. Especially in its ability to perform under direct and harsh sunlight.

I personally have found the experience overwhelmingly positive enough to convince me to install one, if I had my own car to put it in. It’s just that added piece of mind just in case you’re not at fault, and someone tries to shift the blame on to you.

If only there was a motorcycle BlackVue camera, I totally would look to put it on my personal bike. As I had to rely on an eye witness when I was last involved with an accident on two wheels.

I would certainly recommend using a BlackVue dash cam, as it’s a reputable brand, with a solid construction and reliable image quality (both day and night). In a market full of unfamiliar brands, the BlackVue stands out as possibly the best option to outfit your car with a dash camera.