What the S1 Pro Max records and who it suits
The Vantrue S1 Pro Max is a dual-channel dash cam with a 4K front camera and a 4K rear camera, both recording at 30 fps. We'd consider it for drivers who want matching front and rear resolution rather than a sharp front view paired with a lesser rear view.
Both cameras use STARVIS 2 sensors and dual HDR, so the rear camera gets the same low-light treatment as the front. For nighttime driving, that matters because headlights and streetlights can blow out a scene that a lesser rear sensor would struggle to expose.
| Product detail | Value to match to your vehicle |
|---|---|
| Product | Vantrue S1 Pro Max Dual 4K Dash Cam |
| Model | S1 PRO MAX 4K+4K RC17 |
| Color | Black |
What it will not do for you
We'd skip this camera if you expect parking surveillance out of the box. The four parking modes are supported, including motion and collision detection plus low bitrate and low frame rate options, but 24/7 monitoring requires a hardwire kit sold separately.
The S1 Pro Max records and organizes footage. It does not repair a damaged vehicle, and a discount on the camera does not diagnose a mechanical fault or guarantee a safe vehicle.
Check the maximum supported microSD card capacity before buying, since it is not stated here.
For 24/7 parking monitoring, a hardwire kit is sold separately, so budget for it in advance.
The adhesive mount is permanent once applied, so decide the ideal spot on the glass before you commit.
The price and what the comparison means
- Amazon price
- $269.99
- Customer rating
- 4.6
- Customer reviews
- 33
- Typical price over 90 days
- $342.83
- Difference
- $72.84 (21 percent)
The camera is $269.99. That is $72.84 less than the typical price over the last 90 days, a 21 percent difference, and it matches the lowest price recorded in the all-time window.
At that number, the value case rests on getting two 4K channels rather than one. If you only need front coverage, a single-channel camera usually costs less and leaves more budget for a memory card and a hardwire kit.
What to confirm before mounting
Both cameras mount with adhesive, so confirm you are happy with a permanent windshield placement on the front and rear glass before sticking anything down. The rear camera needs a clear view through the rear window, which can be tight on a heavily tinted or obstructed back window.
You still need a compatible microSD card because the camera does not include one, and loop recording overwrites old unlocked clips once the card fills. If you want parking monitoring around the clock, budget for the hardwire kit and confirm your fuse box can support it.
The 5G WiFi connection handles video transfers to the Vantrue app, and GPS logs route, speed and location. Check that your phone works with the app before relying on it for playback.
Who should choose this camera
We recommend the S1 Pro Max for a driver who wants front and rear 4K, night footage from both ends of the car, and hands-free voice control for locking clips or taking a photo. The 155-degree front and 160-degree rear lenses also help reduce blind spots.
Skip it if you only need front footage, if you cannot mount a rear camera, or if you want parking coverage without buying the hardwire kit. If none of those apply, confirm your card and fuse access first, then decide.
Specifications
| Model | S1 PRO MAX 4K+4K RC17 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
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