Vantrue N4 Pro vs Kenwood DRV-A601W — Which Should You Buy?

Side-by-side comparison of Vantrue N4 Pro and Kenwood DRV-A601W. We compare specs, performance, and value to help you decide.

Updated 2026-03-09 Independently reviewed
Vantrue N4 Pro

Vantrue N4 Pro

8.8/10
$299 /one-time
VS
Kenwood DRV-A601W

Kenwood DRV-A601W

8.4/10
$279 /one-time

Feature Comparison

Feature Vantrue N4 Pro Kenwood DRV-A601W
Resolution (Front) 4K (3840×2160) 1440p (2560×1440)
Resolution (Rear) 1080p 1080p
Field of View 155° front / 160° rear / 165° cabin 150° front / 130° rear
GPS Built-in Optional
Night Vision Sony STARVIS + IR cabin Yes
Parking Mode Yes Yes
Wi-Fi/App Yes Yes
Storage MicroSD up to 256GB MicroSD up to 256GB
Display 2.45" touchscreen 2.7" LCD
Operating Temp -20°C to 70°C -20°C to 60°C

Vantrue N4 Pro

Pros

  • 4K front + 1080p rear + 1080p cabin
  • IR cabin camera for night
  • Excellent for rideshare/Uber
  • Built-in GPS
  • Reliable parking mode
  • Good app

Cons

  • Bulky with three cameras
  • Higher price
  • Cabin IR can wash out in bright sun

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

Vantrue N4 Pro

Best for rideshare drivers. Triple-channel with cabin IR makes it the go-to for Uber, Lyft, or taxi use.

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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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