Garmin · Updated June 2026

Garmin Dash Cam Tandem: price, specs & release date

Garmin Dash Cam Tandem, released 2019. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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SilverDeskmark40/100#11 of 24 in class

The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem is listed at $199.99 on manua.ls as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 16 dash cams (median $255); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 40/100 pay-blind standing, #11 of 24 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem a good buy?

At $200, the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem is #7 cheapest of the 16 dash cams we track, where the median is $280. On the spec sheet, its FOV of 180 ° is the highest of the 24, its release of 2019 is the lowest of the 14, and its channels of 2 is above the median of the 24.

Evidence of Record

Our data

No independent lab has measured this product yet. 2 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem

Two whitelisted hands-on reviewers (PCWorld, TechRadar) rate the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem a strong dual-view pick for taxi and rideshare drivers: compact body, easy magnetic windscreen mount, and sharp 1440p front footage (TechRadar adds HDR) that keeps plates and signs legible. Both flag the roughly $300 price and the lack of a built-in display, and both note parking mode requires a separately purchased hardwiring kit. Neither published lab-measured numbers.

Based on 2 reviews · 2020-03-10–2022-06-27

Tested by PCWorld, TechRadar

Consistently praised

  • Compact, low-profile body with an excellent magnetic windscreen mount · 2 sources
  • Sharp 1440p forward footage; license plates and signs legible day and night · 2 sources
  • Easy to install and use, with a capable Garmin Drive companion app · 2 sources

Commonly flagged

  • Expensive (~$300), pricier than single-lens rivals · 2 sources
  • No built-in display; setup and live view require the phone app · 2 sources
  • Parking mode needs a separately purchased hardwiring kit · 2 sources

Where reviewers disagree The two split on video quality: TechRadar calls the front footage 'crisp, clear' and as good as the Dash Cam 67W, while PCWorld lists 'Average captures' as a con and says detail is 'good... though not great' next to 4K rivals.

The sources (2)

PCWorld hands-on ·

the Tandem's captures are excellent from a practical and legal perspective
Detail is good in the day capture shown above, though not great.
the Garmin Tandem is now my favorite everyday dash cam

TechRadar hands-on ·

The Tandem's forward-facing footage is just as good as we've previously seen from the company's Dash Cam 67W.
We found the usual desire to hide a dash cam up behind the mirror meant its view into the cabin was significantly obscured.
The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem serves a specific use case and won't appeal to everyone.

Specifications

Price (US)$199.99 US MSRP $199.99 at launch; product is discontinued. Last known US retail price approximately $199.99.
BrandGarmin
Released2019
Resolution1080p (1920x1080) dual
Channels2
FOV (°)180
GpsYes
Parking modeNo
Storage max (GB)64
Wi-FiNo
Display

Source: manua.ls (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by manua.ls. Resolution Full HD both cameras (front-facing + interior-facing), FOV 180° both cameras, GPS built-in yes, WiFi no, no display (app-controlled via Garmin Drive), max 64GB microSD (16GB card included), 2-channel (front + interior), 30fps max, G-shock sensor yes, night vision yes — all confirmed from official Garmin Dash Cam Tandem manual accessed via manua.ls on 2026-06-15. Parking mode not mentioned in manual. Product discontinued. Release 2019.

Is the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem worth it vs cheaper dash cams?

Garmin Dash Cam Tandem against its closest cheaper and pricier dash cams on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked

ProductPriceResolutionChannelsFOV (°)GpsParking mode
Garmin Dash Cam Tandem this$199.991080p (1920x1080) dual2180YesNo
VIOFO A119 Mini 2$159.992K (2560x1440)1140YesYes
Thinkware Q1000$249.992K QHD (2560x1440)1156YesYes

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem?

Two whitelisted hands-on reviewers (PCWorld, TechRadar) rate the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem a strong dual-view pick for taxi and rideshare drivers: compact body, easy magnetic windscreen mount, and sharp 1440p front footage (TechRadar adds HDR) that keeps plates and signs legible. Both flag the roughly $300 price and the lack of a built-in display, and both note parking mode requires a separately purchased hardwiring kit. Neither published lab-measured numbers. Praised: Compact, low-profile body with an excellent magnetic windscreen mount; Sharp 1440p forward footage; license plates and signs legible day and night; Easy to install and use, with a capable Garmin Drive companion app. Flagged: Expensive (~$300), pricier than single-lens rivals; No built-in display; setup and live view require the phone app; Parking mode needs a separately purchased hardwiring kit. (From 2 tester reviews.)

How much does the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem cost?

The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem has a US price of $199.99 (US MSRP $199.99 at launch; product is discontinued. Last known US retail price approximately $199.99.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem compare on price?

At $200, the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem is #7 cheapest of the 16 dash cams we track, where the median is $280.

When was the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem released?

The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem was released 2019.

What are the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem's key specs?

Garmin Dash Cam Tandem (Garmin): resolution 1080p (1920x1080) dual, channels 2, fov deg 180, gps Yes, parking mode No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $199.99 at manua.ls, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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