Depending on where you buy a dashcam in Singapore, you can pay anywhere between S$20 and S$650. But this all depends on the context of your purchase, payment options, and whether you’re buying from a reputable dealer. Pricing may or may not include installation (since many allow for DIY installations).
Managing the footage recorded on the dashcam is another feature that isn’t usually included in once-off purchases, which is why many opt for subscription-based dashcams. We’ll cover all dash cam pricing factors and which is the best “middle-ground” purchase for your private vehicle or your company’s vehicles.
The average price of a car dashcam in Singapore is around S$330 if you’re buying it as a once-off purchase. A much better option is to have your dash cam fitted by a reputable dealer and pay a small monthly subscription—in which case your installation will be free and you’ll pay a minimal device fee for a quality camera.
Here’s what you’ll pay at Cartrack for dashcam packages:
The price of a dash cam in Singapore heavily depends on context:
To help you decide on the best option and to get the best dashcam price for your needs, here’s a buying guide to direct your steps.
Where you buy your dashcam is one of the biggest price influencers. And remember, many devices out there will be cheap, but won’t provide you with the quality or longevity you want. First ask yourself WHY you want a dashcam, whether it’s for safety, scenic recording, or insurance backup.
Now let’s try to find the perfect balance between quality and price.
You can buy a dash cam online, from electronic stores, or directly from a dash cam provider. The latter is the best option because these cams come with excellent quality guarantees, footage management, and installation. Cartrack is a top supplier of dash cams in Singapore, and we offer everything you need to capture high quality footage for all purposes.
Because a dash camera is a device, most motorists assume it’s best to buy it once off, install it themselves, and learn how to manage the SD card footage. But this comes with a lot of risks and time consumption as we’ll see further down.
S$20 can get you a budget dash cam from an electronic store or even at a flea market on the streets of Singapore. But is this the kind of device worth getting?
On the other hand, expensive dashcams come with all the bells & whistles that many ordinary motorists don’t even need. These can cost hundreds of dollars and leave you feeling less tech-savvy than you’d like.
You’ll likely have to install it yourself, which could potentially compromise the warranty of the device—as well as that of your car!
To find the perfect middle-ground during your dash camera shopping, opt for the subscription-based options like the one offered by Cartrack. We offer you all the features you need at a regular price without leaving you to figure those features out for yourself.
Our dash cameras function through a convenient app on your phone, allowing you to save and archive footage.
Deciding on which of the above 3 dash cam categories you want to opt for will depend on what you want it for. If it’s simply for a nice-to-have, and you’re a camera technology enthusiast, the expensive, complicated versions might be right for you.
But if you want to focus on your safety and need something that has more automation as part of its features, Cartrack is a good place to end your search.
Fleets will pay for dashcam setups that come with combined software, helping them manage their drivers, their cargo and their insurance claims. The price will depend on multiple factors like how many vehicles you manage, what fleet management features you want, and the types of camera installations necessary.
Our fleet dash cam prices are:
To give you an idea of how extensive dash cam technology has become for fleets, consider the following.
Some of the best dash cams designed for fleets come with AI capabilities that streamline various fleet processes. AI technology has become adept at detecting certain driver behaviour that could prove detrimental to the safety of that driver, like:
With this detection capability, your fleet cameras can be more than just footage recorders; they can be used as real-time coaching tools for better driver safety!
Upper Serangoon Rd leads to major residential areas and can often get heavily congested during peak hour traffic times. Accidents happen on this road on a regular basis, and this has cost fleets millions over the years.
Safety for a fleet is about preventing accidents, but it’s also about saving as much money if an accident does occur. With footage that never lies, you can mitigate false claims and “he-said she-said” situations, and prove the innocence of your drivers.
Cameras can now save footage based on events. In other words, if an accident or harsh driving event does take place, the camera automatically saves a recording of the event to provide you and your insurance company with usable context.
Fleets have the option to choose regular road-facing dash cameras, or technology similar to Cartrack’s Dual Vision, which records the back and the front of the vehicle. If one of your drivers has an accident from behind, this technology can save you thousands in insurance payments—not to mention keep your risk profile low.
Dash cams have actually transformed the way traffic law enforcement is implemented in Singapore. But with this upside to road safety comes certain strict regulations for commercial fleets.
The Land Transport Authority expects certain criteria to be met during the installation process of commercial fleet dash cams, and they’re set on enforcing these regulations by imposing fines or even jail time if not adhered to.
So if you run a fleet of multiple vehicles, make sure you get your dashcams from a reputable provider that knows what an LTA-compliant installation looks like.
Don’t always assume that every dash cam you see online or on the shelf has the features you need. Sometimes a dashcam will cost more simply because it has features you never thought of—and these features can make your life a lot easier in the long run.
A good dash cam should work as well at night as it does during the day. Adequate safety requires camera footage to be clear and definable, displaying important features like faces, car number plates and vehicle & road details.
Newer dash cam technology has solved the problem of bright lights shining at camera lenses at night, making provision for clear video footage even when lighting isn’t ideal.
Being able to record after parking your vehicle is a nifty feature that keeps your car safe when you’re not close by. This technology usually works with movement sensors to detect activity around your car, activating the recording even after you’ve parked and switched off your car.
If parking has led to your vehicle getting damaged or even vandalised, then parking recording is a good feature to look out for when shopping for a dash cam.
Dash cams are usually installed on the inside of your car or truck, so they’re subjected to knocks and can sometimes be fiddled with by curious children or tech-happy passengers. A good camera should be tamper resistant to maintain footage integrity and never shift out of place.
Also remember that for commercial fleets, the LTA requires your SD card to be locked and tamperproof to prevent video footage access. When buying a new device, always check with your supplier that this is a feature.
You might pay more for your dashcam if it has the very useful addition of AI voice alerts. These dash cams offer fleets and motorists invaluable help while they’re driving by correcting dangerous habits in real time with an AI voice correction.
While most dash cams use SD cards to store footage, many of the modern versions allow for cloud storage integration. Some fleet camera software providers will even keep events-based video footage for a period of time in case you need it later for legal or insurance purposes.
Not every dash cam is designed to withstand bumpy roads or harsh weather conditions. Most dash cams that are more expensive are robust enough to last longer, giving you more for your investment.
Actions like voice corrections or alerts to the fleet manager are tied into the ability to detect certain behaviours. Dashcams that cost more might have AI built into them to detect the lack of a seatbelt or fatigue signs in the driver’s face.
The price of a dash camera in Singapore might look enticing until you realise all the hidden costs that come with it. But assuming you’ve been convinced to buy your dashcam from a reputable provider, here are some of the costs to budget for.
Many subscription-based dashcam providers will charge you an installation fee, especially when they drive out to where you are. It’s worth noting that Cartrack’s dashcam installation is completely free, and we’ll come out to you to perform the installation & testing.
Remember that if you opt for an installation date that differs from your debit order data, you’ll pay a pro-rata amount based on the amount of days from the installation to the first debit. This amount will be added to your first debit, so don’t be surprised when the amount is higher than you agreed to.
Vehicle dash cams that work through mobile apps can include extra features like data costs for downloading & saving video footage. Although most include this data into their regular package, any extra footage you want to keep may cost more in terms of the data you need for downloading.
Some dash cam providers require you to sign up for a specific period of time. This means you’ll be obligated to sign a contract that lasts for years and can’t be cancelled without a cancellation fee.
You might also be asked to add a small device fee to your first debit. This isn’t an installation fee, it’s simply a lease fee for the device itself. The management that comes with your dash cam is the provider’s responsibility, so the camera itself may require a fee that covers its use within your vehicle.
There’s no point in buying a dash cam unless it’s going to improve your life in some way. And for many, car dash cameras have become indispensable devices that end up paying for themselves in various ways. The value of a dash cam depends on its purpose & its functions, as well as how well it delivers on both.
The value of a dash cam for any motorist in Singapore comes down to the extra layer of protection they offer. When you get yours installed & managed by a reputable company like Cartrack, this layer of protection is solid! Enjoy the benefits of:
Dash cams are already making the streets of Singapore safer. If the majority of motorists can get on board with this safety technology, traffic fraud will decrease and so will the risk of accidents.
Yes, a dash cam is well worth buying for your business fleet no matter how many cars or trucks you manage. All companies in Singapore should want to improve the safety of their drivers or themselves, and gain the necessary insights that protect their assets and brand reputation.
While we touched on some of the features of fleet cams, let’s discover the reasons fleet managers are flocking to install dash cams right now in Singapore.
Companies that employ drivers who spend most of their shifts on the road are happy to use dash cams for the obvious insurance benefits. But many are also using these AI vehicle cameras for driver monitoring and coaching. With the cameras already in place, all it takes is an addition of coaching software to revolutionise driver safety for their businesses.
Cargo cameras are being used to monitor cargo, and even combined with sensors to monitor door activity for high value or temperature-sensitive goods. Since a lot of cargo is deemed high priority, it only makes sense to protect it as much as the vehicle itself—to prevent profit loss.
To help drivers with blind spots and give them extra protection on the road, fleet dash cams are often combined with external vehicle cameras that provide clear video footage of everything in-and-around a vehicle that’s quite large.
Commercial fleets must comply with LTA when it comes to dash cam installation and footage management. By getting their dashcams from reputable companies like Cartrack, they know that LTA compliance comes with the purchase automatically.
Whether you drive on the busy roads of Singapore, or manage a team who does, finding a good dash cam deal is one of the smartest moves you can make. Cartrack’s team of consultants are standing by to take your call, so let us know what setup you need and we’ll work out a dash cam package that’s perfect for you.
Most dash cams can fit around 20 hours of road footage on them. Once this threshold has been reached, old footage will be recorded over. If there’s footage you want to keep, you’ll have to remove the SD card and copy it onto another device. Or you can download it from your app if it’s managed by Cartrack.
Yes, you can share footage on YouTube as long as you have permission to show the faces or private details (like licence number plates) of people. If you do release footage without permission, you can simply blur the personal faces or details of people to stay within PDPA laws.
A midrange dashcam should last for at least three years. Most will exceed 5 years if they’re well cared for. Small replacements like mounting or SD cards may need replacement sooner, but these aren’t as expensive as the camera itself.
The average cost of a car dashcam in Singapore (S$20–S$650). Compare budget, premium, and subscription dashcam options for personal and fleet use.
