Comparison

Dashcam vs DashLoop

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dashcam

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional driving recorder. It offers features like loop recording, automatic start, and high-quality video capture. Easily manage your recordings and drive with enhanced peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Loop recording
  • Smart screen dimming
  • Automatic start
  • High-quality video
  • Dual photo capture
  • History management
Features
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Dashcam turns your iPhone into a focused, dependable driving recorder. Record the road, take photos along the way, and review your trips in one place. No account is required. RECORDING THAT FITS YOUR DRIVE • Record video with your iPhone camera and capture photos while recording. • Choose from available video quality settings, including the highest supported quality on compatible devices. • Save recordings in manageable segments. • Optionally start recording when motion is detected or when your device is connected to power. KEEP IMPORTANT CLIPS • Browse videos and photos in chronological order. • Lock a clip to keep it from automatic loop cleanup. • Set a storage limit and let Dashcam remove the oldest unlocked clips when needed. • Export a video to your Photos library when you choose. OPTIONAL DRIVING DATA Enable location recording to save location, speed, and heading with a drive. Dashcam stores these files on your device for playback and export. Location recording is off by default. DASHCAM ENHANCED An optional one-time purchase unlocks route maps, telemetry exports, video overlays, and automatic clip locking after a significant impact. It is not a subscription. Your videos, photos, and driving data stay in the app on your device unless you choose to export or share them. Dashcam is a recording aid, not a driver-assistance or accident-prevention system. Mount and configure your phone before driving, follow local laws, and never operate your phone while driving.

About

DashLoop

Features
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DashLoop turns your iPhone into a powerful 4K dash cam — with smart loop recording that automatically overwrites old clips, so you never run out of storage, ever. Leave it running on every drive and stop worrying about space. DashLoop continuously records the road ahead, keeps only what matters, and lets you lock important footage before it's gone. A sudden stop, a near miss, or a memorable road trip — the evidence is always in your pocket. WHY DASHLOOP • Never run out of storage — smart loop recording reuses space automatically • Record in up to 4K for sharp, readable license plates and road signs • Crash detection flags the exact moment of hard impacts automatically • One tap locks the last 5 minutes so it can never be overwritten • Everything stays private on your iPhone — no account, no cloud, no tracking KEY FEATURES ▸ Smart Loop Recording Records continuously in short clips and automatically overwrites the oldest unlocked footage. Set your loop window and just drive — no manual deleting, no "storage full" interruptions. ▸ Up to 4K Resolution 720p, 1080p, 2K and 4K are all available free, defaulting to your iPhone's highest quality so footage stays crisp. ▸ Crash Detection Motion sensors detect sudden impacts and automatically mark the clip as a Crash Event. Choose Low, Medium or High sensitivity. ▸ Lock Important Footage One tap locks the last 5 minutes. Locked videos are never overwritten — perfect for accidents, disputes or memorable drives. ▸ On-Screen Timestamp Date and time are burned directly into the video for reliable, timestamped evidence. ▸ Smart Screen Dimming Automatically dims after a few minutes to save battery and cut night glare; tap to wake it, or force an ultra-dark mode instantly. ▸ Optional Audio Toggle in-cabin audio on or off — full control of your privacy. ▸ Private & Offline No sign-up, no cloud upload, no tracking. Videos never leave your iPhone unless you export or share them. FREE VERSION • All resolutions up to 4K • 10-minute loop recording • Crash detection & timestamp • "DashLoop" watermark New users also get a 120-minute Pro recording trial. UPGRADE TO PRO • Choose loop length: 20 / 30 / 60 / 120 minutes • Remove the watermark or use your own custom text • Lock the last 5 minutes of footage PRICING • DashLoop Pro Yearly — $9.99/year, auto-renewing • DashLoop Pro Lifetime — $29.99 one-time purchase, yours forever SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS (YEARLY) Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends, at the same price. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Privacy Policy: https://yj89111.github.io/dashloop/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dashcam4 screens
DashLoop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Dashcam at 17.6 against DashLoop's 26.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dashcam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DashLoop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Dashcam versus DashLoop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashcamDashLoop
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerlecoo朝鸿 刘

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Dashcam

One-time1
  • Dashcam Enhanced Lifetime$0.99
2 purchases

DashLoop

Subscriptions1
  • DashLoop Pro Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • DashLoop Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Dashcam free?
Dashcam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DashLoop free?
DashLoop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dashcam or DashLoop have ads?
Neither Dashcam nor DashLoop shows ads.

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