DashCam Recorder PiP vs Run That Back
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DashCam Recorder PiP
Record video from both your phone's front and back cameras simultaneously, merging them into a single file. This app embeds essential data like date, time, GPS, speed, and accelerometer readings directly into your recordings for later review.
- Simultaneous front and back camera recording
- Merged video playback
- Embedded GPS, speed, and sensor data
- Free macOS companion app for playback
- Privacy option with black screen recording
- Infinite loop recording
- iCloud sync for videos
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Keep your eyes on the road while DashCam Recorder PiP turns your iPhone into a private, high-quality dashcam. Continuously record video with GPS, speed, altitude, accelerometer and date/time metadata. Replay your drives on a map with the free iOS & macOS DashCam-Player apps. Truly free – no ads, no subscriptions, no signups, no "pro" version. What's different to its parent App "DashCam Recorder"? • The PiP version records video from both camera's, front and back, simultaneously • Both videos are merged into one video for easy playback, with optional watermarking • The video quality is automatically selected based on the hardware capabilities of the iPhone Why DashCam PiP is different: • High-quality video – stabilised recording at up to your device’s maximum resolution and frame rate • Complete metadata – GPS location, speed, altitude, date and time and accelerometer. Embed in an invisible track or as a watermark • Replay and explore – view your drives on a map with the free macOS & iOS DashCam Player app Key Benefits: • Easy and reliable – start recording with one tap, auto-start, loop recording, and Driver Focus mode (screen off) • Seamless integration – sync videos with iCloud and save directly to Photos. Works with Siri, Navigation, and Music in the background • Adjustable recording – set video length (1 to 15 minutes) and buffer size (for infinite loop recording) Why choose DashCam PiP over a physical DashCam? • High-quality video recording – with advanced stabilisation • Enhanced privacy and security – recordings are protected with Face ID or Touch ID • Easy access to your videos – via iCloud or AirDrop • Use navigation and music apps in the background while recording • Free to use – perfect for giving older iPhones a second life Technical Highlights: • Automatic and superb video stabilisation • HEVC video compression, same quality but 40% smaller file size • Embed GPS, speed, altitude, time, date and accelerometer as metadata • Add a Watermark to the video (overlay) • Select Front Camera as main camera • Save videos to daily trip albums • Save a video instantaneously to Photos with Siri (iOS16+): "Save Video", start the App with "Start DashCam Recording" • Display a Map with your current position (use a Navigation App in the background for verbal instructions) • Infinite loop recording with automatic saving of crash events • Parking sensor – pause and resume recording automatically • Thermal and battery monitoring to protect your device • Autostart - Start/Stop recording with your car (when plugged in) • Stable App, top rated crash free score Tips and Notes: • Use flight mode for uninterrupted recording • Check local DashCam laws before use • DashCam Player for iOS & macOS displays route, speed, and other metadata If you do not need Picture in Picture, or your iPhone can't record with two camera's simultaneously, please check out "DashCam Recorder" instead. Website and Support: • https://dashcam.cam – manual, FAQs, and macOS app downloads Do you like this app? Please rate it in the App Store ! And please check out our macOS app, ADS-B Radar, for professional-grade flight tracking with your own ADS-B receiver: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1538149835 Disclaimer: This App is provided for personal use only. Always operate your vehicle safely and in compliance with local laws. Do not interact with the App while driving. The developer is not responsible for any accidents, damages, or legal issues arising from use of the App.
Run That Back
This app automatically records video, capturing only the most important moments and intelligently managing storage. It offers flexible recording durations, dual camera support, and easy export options for seamless sharing and backup.
- Automatic dashcam mode
- Flexible recording durations
- Dual camera support
- Intelligent storage management
- Highlights system
- Export to Photos
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KEY FEATURES: • AUTOMATIC DASHCAM MODE Set it and forget it! Continuous recording that automatically deletes unneeded clips so you only capture the highlights. Perfect for capturing unexpected moments or having footage to review the play! • FLEXIBLE RECORDING DURATIONS Choose from 1, 3, 5, 10, or 15-minute clip durations to match your specific needs. • DUAL CAMERA SUPPORT Switch between front and back cameras seamlessly. Ultra-wide back camera for maximum field of view, with fallback to wide camera. • FLASH CONTROL Built-in flash toggle for back camera to ensure optimal lighting in any conditions. • INTELLIGENT STORAGE MANAGEMENT Automatic cleanup keeps your device storage optimized by managing video retention. • HIGHLIGHTS SYSTEM Mark important clips as "Highlights" to preserve them permanently. Never lose a crucial moment again. • VIDEO THUMBNAILS Quick visual preview of all your recordings for easy identification and management. • MULTI-SELECT & BULK ACTIONS Efficiently manage multiple videos with selection mode for bulk operations. • EXPORT TO PHOTOS One-tap export to your Photos library for easy sharing and backup. • CUSTOM NAMING Rename your videos for better organization and quick identification. • LANDSCAPE & PORTRAIT SUPPORT Record in any orientation with proper video orientation handling. • SLEEP PREVENTION Keeps your device awake during recording to ensure uninterrupted capture. • APPLE SIGN IN Secure authentication with Apple's privacy-focused sign-in system. PERFECT FOR: • Athletes and coaches capturing training sessions • Drivers documenting road trips and commutes • Content creators recording spontaneous moments • Anyone who needs reliable, hands-free video recording WHY CHOOSE RUN THAT BACK? AUTOMATIC: Set up once and let it work automatically INTELLIGENT: Smart storage management and clip organization RELIABLE: Consistent performance with background recording support PRIVATE: Your data stays on your device with Apple Sign In security FLEXIBLE: Multiple recording modes and customization options Download Run That Back today and never miss another important moment. Your personal performance capture companion awaits. --- Privacy & Permissions: • Camera access for video recording • Microphone access for audio recording • Photos access for video export • All data stored locally on your de
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Run That Back at 5.0 against DashCam Recorder PiP's 4.0. DashCam Recorder PiP's advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Run That Back holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DashCam Recorder PiP has 15 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DashCam Recorder PiP | Run That Back |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (15 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jan Nutbroek | Spencer William Coffin |
Customer experience
DashCam Recorder PiP
Run That Back
In-app purchases
DashCam Recorder PiP
No in-app purchases
Run That Back
No in-app purchases
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