iZEEKER GD100 dash cam review

Overview

The iZEEKER GD100 is a budget, front-only dash cam built around straightforward standalone use: connect it to vehicle power and it starts recording, with no phone app or Wi-Fi setup. It ranks #4 in our list of the top 10 best-selling dash cams on Amazon UK, scores 8.5/10 and earns our Best budget pick award. Its appeal is a useful combination of 2.5K recording, a built-in screen and an included memory card, rather than connected features or coverage around the whole car. The GKU D600 sits above it as our Best overall pick, while the Cievie D100 is positioned for more flexible camera positioning. Choose the GD100 if keeping things simple and affordable matters more than those alternatives’ distinct advantages.

Features and specification

The camera records at 2560×1440 resolution at 30 frames per second through a 170-degree lens. A 3-inch IPS screen lets you check status, adjust settings and review clips when safely parked. The listing also specifies an F1.8 aperture and WDR, intended to help balance bright and dark areas; these features do not guarantee readable details in every night-time or difficult-weather scene.

A 32GB microSD card is included, so there is storage to get started. Loop recording replaces older unlocked footage as the card fills, while the G-sensor can protect a clip after a detected impact; important files should still be backed up. The camera uses a windscreen suction mount and USB-C power connection, with a car charger and cable listed among the included components. The claimed two-year warranty is according to the listing.

There is no Wi-Fi video access or smartphone app. Parking monitoring is supported only when connected using a compatible hardwire kit, which is not included in the standard package. This is therefore a plug-in front camera, not a ready-to-use parked-car surveillance system or a front-and-rear kit.

What owners say

Owner feedback commonly praises the uncomplicated installation and automatic recording, with several describing a fit-and-forget experience. Buyers also value being able to check footage on the camera’s screen without pairing a phone, and report that daytime clips are clear for the money. The supplied card and broad field of view are other recurring positives.

There are some caveats. A few owners question whether the included card is well suited to sustained 2.5K recording, while others mention that video files may need a compatible player on a computer. One owner also found discrepancies in the manual. These reports are not a reason to assume every unit will have the same issue, but checking recordings and backing up important clips is sensible.

Who should buy it

The GD100 is a good fit for drivers who want an affordable dash cam UK buyers can set up without an app, and who mainly need evidence of the road ahead. Its screen, included 32GB card and automatic recording make it a convenient basic package. For stronger coverage, choose a dual-camera model; for app access or parking protection without additional wiring, look elsewhere. If you buy this one, confirm clips are recording correctly and consider a suitable replacement card if you encounter storage errors.