MIOFIVE S1 Ultra Review
MIOFIVE S1 Ultra Review
· MIOFIVE Dual 4K dashcam tested
· How good is the video quality?
· Is the S1 Ultra easy to use?
MIOFIVE S1 Ultra: The Good
A reliable dashcam, like the MIOFIVE S1 Ultra, can be very useful as it acts as another pair of eyes on the road, and during a road traffic collision it can become a witness and even help to settle insurance claims. Some insurers will even ask if you have a dashcam fitted to your car to lower your premium, so it pays to have one.
When we talk about reliability, we’re interested in video quality – any dashcam that records footage at over 1080p should be reliable enough to capture most details on the road, but if you want to get the best quality footage then you have to find a camera that records in 4K, like the MIOFIVE S1 Ultra. In fact, the MIOFIVE goes one step further than other front and rear cameras by offering 4K footage out of the rear camera too, where others often settle for 1080p.
Wide Viewing Angle & Easy Installation
Well, we’ve already discussed the 4K resolution on both the front and rear camera, which we found to be very clear. The 140 degrees viewing angle out of the front camera and 112 degrees out of the back does a great job of providing you with a good viewing perspective and doesn’t distort the video.
Installing the MIOFIVE was easy, as I simply had to set the 3M adhesive pads onto my desired locations of the windscreens and then attach the cameras to them. The great thing about the front camera is that you can adjust the angle in which the camera faces in almost any direction, whereas the rear camera can only be tilted up or down. Running the wires through the interior trim of the car was easy too, as the MIOFIVE comes with a handy tool that can help get under the car’s interior.
Built-in GPS & Exceptional Night Vision
When you’re on the move the S1 Ultra can use the built-in GPS to record your speed and display it on the 3-inch display, which can later be used in the event of an accident, but the clever thing about the dashcam is that it will also recognise the time and date automatically.
We do have to mention the low light performance, as the S1 Ultra did great in the darker hours of the day, and the rear camera continued to record quality footage when the headlights of other cars were shining brightly onto its lens.
Includes 64GB Memory Card – Easy, Powerful App Connectivity
The MIOFIVE can support SD memory cards up to 512GB, but you don’t have to worry about that because it comes with a 64GB card already installed, taking the hassle out of the entire set-up process.
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The incorrect time can be changed manually, or if you prefer to sync the time automatically you can do so using the phone app. The camera will automatically pull the time from your phone.
Like many modern dashcams, the MIOFIVE can be connected to the mobile app. It is simply set-up by downloading the app to your phone and then scanning the QR code which shows on the 3-inch camera screen. The app itself is rather intuitive: all the settings and buttons are self-explanatory so it’s simple to use. You can view footage through the app on your phone, and you can even use the parking locator function to find where you’ve parked your vehicle. It’s a handy feature, but aside form this the app does what you would expect.
MIOFIVE S1 Ultra: The Bad
As with most dashcams the MIOFIVE will drain your car’s battery if you leave it plugged in for long periods of time, which you may be tempted to do to utilise the 24-hour parking mode. Please also note: the 24-hour parking mode can only be used with a hardwiring kit that is sold separately (as is the case with most dashcams), so bear that in mind when purchasing this dashcam.
The only other downside we could immediately spot was that the rear camera only tilts up or down, so be certain of positioning the rear camera when installing it. The 3M adhesive pads are strong, so be aware when trying to take them off – that could be a positive.
MIOFIVE S1 Ultra: Verdict
The MIOFIVE S1 Ultra is a competent dashcam that has a range of features with the built-in GPS and mobile app. It comes with 4K recording capabilities on both the front and rear camera which is refreshing. The low light performance means that you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll have the footage that you need when you need it. While the voice alerts can become a little tedious it’s nice to know the camera is doing its job, and there’s plenty of adjustability in the volume and alert settings to set-up the camera how you want. The built quality is great, so rest assured you’re buying a dependable camera.