Nextbase 622GW vs Kenwood DRV-A601W — Which Should You Buy?

Side-by-side comparison of Nextbase 622GW and Kenwood DRV-A601W. We compare specs, performance, and value to help you decide.

Updated 2026-03-09 Independently reviewed
Nextbase 622GW

Nextbase 622GW

9.2/10
$329 /one-time
VS
Kenwood DRV-A601W

Kenwood DRV-A601W

8.4/10
$279 /one-time

Feature Comparison

Feature Nextbase 622GW Kenwood DRV-A601W
Resolution (Front) 4K (3840×2160) 1440p (2560×1440)
Resolution (Rear) 1080p (modular) 1080p
Field of View 140° 150° front / 130° rear
GPS Built-in Optional
Night Vision Enhanced Yes
Parking Mode Yes Yes
Wi-Fi/App Yes (cloud) Yes
Storage MicroSD up to 128GB MicroSD up to 256GB
Display 2.5" touchscreen 2.7" LCD
Operating Temp -10°C to 60°C -20°C to 60°C

Nextbase 622GW

Pros

  • Excellent 4K image quality
  • Alexa voice control
  • Emergency SOS with crash detection
  • Modular rear camera option
  • What3Words location sharing
  • Polished app and cloud backup

Cons

  • Higher price than competitors
  • Rear camera sold separately
  • Some features region-limited

Kenwood DRV-A601W

Pros

  • 1440p front + 1080p rear
  • 150° wide angle
  • Reliable Kenwood build
  • Parking mode
  • Good app and Wi-Fi

Cons

  • Not 4K at this price
  • Larger than some competitors
  • GPS optional (add-on)

Our Verdict

Nextbase 622GW

Best premium dash cam with Alexa, Emergency SOS, and modular design. Ideal for drivers who want top features and don't mind the premium price.

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Kenwood DRV-A601W

Best from an established brand. Kenwood reliability with 1440p dual-channel and wide coverage for drivers who prefer known names.

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Our Methodology

We test each dash cam over 2+ weeks of daily driving in varied conditions — daylight, rain, night, and highway. We evaluate video clarity at day and night, GPS accuracy, parking mode reliability, heat tolerance, and app quality. No manufacturer has editorial influence.

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