Best products from r/uberdrivers

We found 94 comments on r/uberdrivers discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 218 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.

1. Vantrue N2 Pro Uber Dual Dash Cam Infrared Night Vision, Dual Channel 1080P Front and Inside Dash Cam, 2.5K Single Front Car Accident Dash Camera, 24hr Motion Sensor Parking Mode, Support 256GB max

    Features:
  • 【Dual Lens 1080P Car Camera】Best dual dash cam for uber, rideshare, lyft drivers, picked by Wirecutter, CNET, Businessinsider, BGR etc. The front and inside camera simultaneously capture the road front (170°) and inside passenger cabin (140°) in crystal details at dual 1920x1080P 30fps, which is a great option for rideshare drivers that will need photographic evidence in the event some rowdy passengers do damage to their car.
  • 【Single Front 2.5K 1440P Dash Cam】When recording in front-only mode, footage is captured at at 2.5K 2560x1440P@30fps, which enables clear license plates, road signs. Or you can switch to 1920x1080P@60fps mode with smoother videos for high speed traffic.
  • 【Infrared Night Vision w/Sony Sensor】The interior facing camera utilizes a Sony sensor, 4 IR LED lights and f/2.0 aperture, which can handle low light conditions and ensures flawless video footage even when the passenger cabin is dark. F/1.8 6-glass lens front facing cam and unique HDR video system automatically balance the light and dark areas of the video.
  • 【24 Hours Parking Mode & Auto LCD OFF】24 Hours Motion activated parking mode makes the dual car camera to automatically record when it detects motion. Auto start and record when the ignition sparks up. Auto LCD OFF timer ensure you won't be disturbed by another glowing rectangle on your windshield. Ideal for most climates: -4° to 158°F (-20° to 70°C). Excellent audio recording with built in microphone. Time lapse function automatically takes photos at specified intervals.
  • 【Looping Recording & G-Sensor & Optional GPS】Seamless Loop Recording overwrites the oldest footage with the newest upon filling a card to capacity. Variable sensitivity G-sensor auto detects sudden shake/collision and emergency locks the footage to "Event File" to prevent that video from an overwrite. Supports up to 256GB microSD cards, recommend Vantrue microSD card. Optional GPS to track the driving route, location and speed(To use GPS function, please buy an extra gps mount Asin: B07CYW6JXW).
  • 【Total Peace of Mind w/18m Warranty】Full 18m Warranty, email replies within 24H, and 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Pay less auto insurance, your witness for accidents and insurance claims. Perfect dual lens dash cam for uber, taxis, rideshare, lyft drivers, commuters, and families. Works with 12V and 24V vehicles.
Vantrue N2 Pro Uber Dual Dash Cam Infrared Night Vision, Dual Channel 1080P Front and Inside Dash Cam, 2.5K Single Front Car Accident Dash Camera, 24hr Motion Sensor Parking Mode, Support 256GB max
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u/XJadynX · 4 pointsr/uberdrivers

You get what you pay for. IF you get a cheap knock off then you'll get a cheap knock off and you roll the dice if it'll work well or not. When I got a dash cam I looked at it as an investment. Seeing as not only will this protect me while on the clock BUT it'll also protect me day to day driving.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0742J69SQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Records in 1080P at 30 FPS inside AND out. Records up to 5 hours before it will start to loop ( IMHO it's only weakness as if it could support a 128 card it would be so much better at 11 hours or close to a full allowed time of driving ) Other then that it's a GREAT cam with great quality and in truth not many people even notice it. Mine is half hidden behind my Rear view mirror. Best part? It has motion detection. Meaning if anyone comes around your car while you are parked it turns on and records. Trust me it's worth it.

u/scsibusfault · 5 pointsr/uberdrivers

Having done this, I'll give my 2cents:

  • The LG G-Tab is a capable, cheap device, that has (if you get the right model) both 4G and GPS. You'll NEED both in order to Uber. (or only GPS if you're going to tether it via wifi hotspot to your other phone/dataplan)

  • You'll NEED to keep your phone, because you'll have to text and call people. The tablet won't have a phone plan, so it won't be able to do that. You MIGHT be able to get by using google voice, but most people report they have issues with it (for example, I can't use gVoice for Lyft, because the 2-factor-auth texts don't ever show up.)

  • Providers is going to be up to you. I've found the cheapest way to go here is T-mobile, prepaid, data-only. Costs me like $29/month and I get 6GB of data. Technically it's unlimited, but they throttle it down to 3G speeds after you hit the 6GB cap. I never go over 2GB a month.

  • Mount: NiteIze Steelie. If your tablet is exceptionally heavy, it might be best to get 2 of those and have it use 2 mount points.

    I used to have this setup; one phone and one tablet. I ended up switching to 2 phones only because the tablet started to get a little wonky and I didn't want to deal with it anymore. It's nice, and having a "huge gps" is pretty awesome.
u/Malyki · 3 pointsr/uberdrivers

You will qualify everything for up to your size. Uber XL and UberX -- You will know the type of ride it is and you can choose to accept it or not.

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" Otherwise I plan to be pretty laid back and take song/music suggestions, offer complimentary bottled water, wifi, charging cables, bring/get their morning coffee, ie. I want my riders to have the best experience possible! "

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That wont last long at all. We've all been there and will be gone within a week. Everyone will suggest to keep it simple. A charging cable and Aux is more than enough.

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You can do as you please as you wait for a ride. You can hang out in McDonald's, sit on your couch at the beginning of shift waiting for the first ride. You are the boss. Do what you want when you want.

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DashCam? Yes Yes Yes! Here is the most recommended dashcam here on this sub.

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https://www.amazon.com/N2-Pro-1920x1080P-2560x1440P-Infrared/dp/B0742J69SQ

u/furlonium1 · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

ah man that sucks.

I've posted on here many times about how great enzymatic cleaners are. That's what you need to use or you risk the vomit smell coming back.

I've used Enzym D and it's amazing stuff. Vomit is an organic substance so you need something to break it down to completely rid the smell, especially in something like seats.

I used it in a basement where there were 5 cats, a couple of which were peeing and pooping wherever they pleased on the concrete slab. It was disgusting. I used the Enzym D full strength and brought in an outside nose and they didn't smell a damn thing.

I also used it the one and only time I had a vomiter while driving.

Use the enzymatic cleaner on the floor mat, and a shop vac or something similar to suck out the cleaner. I have this bad boy I bought for my couches, but works equally as well on car seats and carpets.

As for the speaker grilles - like /u/zombiezambonidriver said see if you can find a video on how to remove the paneling for your speaker. Shouldn't be too hard. --edit: apparently it might be lol

Good luck Drew!

u/RutD0g · 4 pointsr/uberdrivers

To the op, that sucks. I'm sorry. It's wrong.

But now I hope you and everyone reading this will protect yourself by recording a video of everything that happens in your car!

GET A FUCKING DASHCAM


You don't even have to decide which one.
> The model I believe this driver used (and that I and a bunch of other old-timers in this sub use) has been sold as the Falcon Zero F360, Wicked HD WCD-5801, Black Box M1000, and now the Pyle PLCMDVR52.

> A year ago they were $150, now I see them going for as low as $75 (Pyle). EDIT: that was summer 2016. Prices have gone up again, perhaps because more people a buying them. But there are still some available for $100 as of July 2017.

> Falcon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00E56WY18/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

> Wicked: https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00TZ7H8TU/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

> Black Box: https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00WYH37CA/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

> Pyle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01GNL6R7Y/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

> Some include an SD card and some do not, so take that into consideration for price comparison. Specs says it only takes up to 32gb cards, but I put in a 64gb card and formatted it in the camera (apparently that's important) and it worked fine. YMMV.

> This cam is one of those items designed in China and offered for sale under a variety of brands in the US, all of which nobody has heard of. ;)

> Here's a review emphasizing it's technical limitations, but showing it's unique form factor and value for taxi drivers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGt9yiHMJqU

> That YouTuber has a great intro guide to dashcams which I found very helpful:
http://www.techmoan.com/guide-to-dashcams/

> He's very tech and quality oriented, and as such recommends a $200 premium inside/outside camera, but it doesn't have the rear view mirror form factor, which is a real space saver.
http://www.techmoan.com/blog/2016/1/12/recording-inside-and-outside-the-car-with-the-transcend-driv.html


Searching around a bit, here's $85 free shipping, with 16GB SD Card.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Black-Box-M1000-Rearview-Mirror-Dash-Cam-Dual-Camera-Rotating-Lenses-Full-HD-Car-DVR-Video-Recorders-Wide-Angle-G-Sensor-60FPS-WDR-Night-Video-Motion/121437418

u/abowlofcereal · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Seems like this gets asked fairly frequently but here's a quick digest.

If you're on a budget and want interior/exterior coverage. Check this one out.. It is an all-in-one unit.

For about the same price (possibly less) you can buy two of these. Another redditor says they work great.

The Wirecutter did a pretty decent review of dashcams as well and found that beyond a certain point, features are overkill (i.e. "night vision" almost never works as advertised) so spending under $100 is generally advisable.

u/sjsharks323 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

since CA is a 2 party state, its the audio piece that requires the signs. if the cam records audio, legally you are supposed to post a sign saying that. video you dont need the sign bc i believe its considered the same way as if youre being recorded on store security cameras. just like CCTV. if your dashcam has a function to turn audio off, that would be better cause then you wouldn't have to decline rides. even if it doesnt, you could just turn the cam off for that ride if you really wanted it.

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note - im not a lawyer, but reading online on multiple legal sites and such, thats the conclusion i came to. might as well get the sign, better safe than sorry and youd be able to use it in court if you needed. make sure the sign has both video and audio mentioned. heres the ones i have

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https://www.amazon.com/3-5x2-5-Audio-Recording-Consent-Stickers/dp/B07D54N5KJ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541634691&sr=8-3&keywords=audio+and+video+recording+consent+stickers

u/scorchnoma · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

A lot of shit has been given over you trying to ask a serious question. Welcome to the internet. A ridesharing driver starter kit should have the following items:

  1. A decent dashcam with front and back cameras. I run one of these that I've modified for a better, infrared interior camera.
    https://www.amazon.com/Pruveeo-F5-Dual-Camera-Driving-Recorder/dp/B01MRH8QCX/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1523381935&sr=8-3&keywords=pruveeo+dual+dash+cam

  2. A damn good phone mount, such as this
    https://www.amazon.com/iOttie-Dashboard-Windshield-Samsung-Smartphone/dp/B076B27WP6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523381791&sr=8-1&keywords=iottie+one+touch
     

  3. 6 port high-amp USB car charger
    https://www.amazon.com/Jelly-Comb-Lightning-Identification-Technology/dp/B0141Y4IRG
     

  4. 6 foot lightning and 6 foot micro-usb charger cables
     

  5. Hand sanitizer pump bottle
     

  6. That ozinium stuff everybody's endorsing around here.
     

  7. Vomit bags
     

    Optional Upgrade: Upholstery cleaner
    https://www.amazon.com/Rug-Doctor-Portable-Neutralizes-Upholstery/dp/B00T31O22Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1523381579&sr=8-1&keywords=rug+doctor+spot+cleaner
     

    Your real challenge would be to make these hundreds of dollars worth of items worth the markup you'll need to charge to save new drivers from spending 20 minutes on Amazon and getting it cheaper.
u/ctaps148 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

I'm hoping to pick up a Blackvue DR650S-2CH soon because it seems to be one of the best that I've found for this. The interior recording quality is really good at night. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't seem like you can turn off the IR lights, so the daytime footage has a distinct pink tint to it. But despite how small the IR LEDs are, all the footage I've seen shows the cabin lit up well, so I think it would be a good buy.

u/Semyonov · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

I use this.

Great nightvision, fantastic clarity at 1080p, continuously records, audio, the whole package.

u/disgruntled_upvoter · 3 pointsr/uberdrivers

I use the Transcend DP520 and it works great! Also has good night vision. It's a bit pricey, but WELL worth it.

u/DM_Zavulon · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

I have the Roav Dashcam S1 for the road. Great quality video and recording of sound. Easy to setup and use. I would assume the Roav Dashcam a1 would be just as good and it can face everyone in the car. https://www.amazon.com/Dashboard-Recorder-Nighthawk-Wide-Angle-Recording/dp/B076GYGVY5/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1549496163&sr=8-3&keywords=roav

u/Fire2Ice · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

Driving a 2009 Civic, I picked up a Kenu Airframe to mount to the far left vent. It helped keep my phone from overheating in summer to keep it in front of the ac vent.
My gf has an iOttie dash mount which also works much better than the older dash mounts i'd tried in years past, although i prefer the kenu airframe because it keeps the phone closer to key in things.

Best of luck.

http://www.amazon.com/Kenu-Airframe-Portable-Smartphone-Mount/dp/B00D901B4W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1418700834&sr=8-2&keywords=car+mount+vent

u/FuRiouSOne · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

You wont see your rating climb much til you hit that 500 ratings mark which can take 1,000 to 1,500 rides. You need loads of 5 stars to drown out the 4-3-2-1s and yes the 1s hurt A LOT specially when you only have 100-200 total ratings.

Like others said just greet and say your farewells, only engage in convo if the PAX leads. BIG NO to water and snacks, I do have water on hand for pukers to wash their mouths out after (I catch most pukers with my vomit bags and get them outside to finish after stopping the car).

Pick up some chargers, these help a lot . https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0719JWVHT Its long enough to tie around your passenger headrest and dangle to cord at their knee level or lay inside the pocket behind passenger seat if you have that, they will find it and plug in always. i say pick up "some" as they tend to break or wear out for me every 3-4 months.

You will most always know a 1 star is coming so hit them with one as well even if they dont. They touch your radio or AC without asking = instant smack and 1 star (I've only had to do this twice out of 3k rides).

Just be yourself and friendly.

4.95, 1 year, 3000 rides. Just lost my last 1 star a few days ago yay, one more 2 star to go to get that at zero.

u/IAmAfter · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

I bought the Transcend DP520 and tried it for the first time last night. Worked way better than expected. I normally tend to drive at night and the video inside and out looked pretty good.

Transcend 32GB Drive Pro 520 Car Video Recorder with Suction Mount (TS32GDP520M) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0147R9PDO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CZVNzbVT75BP1

u/GaloCegodaMadrugada · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

I've tried many, the best is Vantrue N2 Pro Uber Dual Dash Cam Dual 1920x1080P Infrared Night Vision Front and Inside Dash Camera, 2.5K 2560x1440P Single Front, 310° Car Camera, 24hr Parking Mode, Motion Sensor, Support 256GB max

https://www.amazon.com/N2-Pro-Infrared-1920x1080P-2560x1440P/dp/B0742J69SQ

u/hugow · 14 pointsr/uberdrivers

Yeah, they should be required for our protection. I've been using the transcend 520, works great inside and out. Has infrared lights for night vision inside - Transcend 520 drive pro

u/cocisroc · 3 pointsr/uberdrivers

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Box-M1000-Rearview-Mirror/dp/B00WYH37CA?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

this is the one 90% of drivers on here have

"scsibusfault" has a nice write up review on it. i have it as well, works good.

u/Crownan · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Lol I think I posted this in wrong thread somewhere (too many tabs open) but anyway:

http://www.amazon.com/Koomus-Air-Vent-Smartphones-Black/dp/B00JNJPS4W
http://www.amazon.com/Koomus-CD-Universal-Smartphone-Motorola/dp/B00HRKI5V2

Koomus makes some good stuff.

The mount you get with the Uber phone (suction cup mount, only fitted for 4 and 4s) is pretty crap imo.

u/edmash · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

This is the one that I got and it’s worth every penny! I love it.

u/fatmanjogging · 5 pointsr/uberdrivers

Do it. I use a Falcon Zero F360. It has two cameras - one facing out, one in, and it fits over your existing rear-view mirror.

I have mine set to record over a loop. If something goes down, I swap out the memory card.

I live and do most of my work in a single-party consent state. However, for when I cross over to another state, I do have stickers in the back seat that say "smile - you're on camera!"

I've never had a pax refuse to be recorded. However, I have had some ask what I do with the footage. I simply tell them, "if something crazy happens, I'll pop the memory card out and hang onto that footage. Otherwise, it all gets deleted." After I explain why I have the camera, passengers are totally down with it. Even the drunkest people understand that it's there for my safety.

u/JSnow789 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

I have this one, Two swivel cams, one can see in the cab, the other the front of the vehicle. Super easy to install. Highly recommend. Be warned though that the instructions are very difficult to understand (unless you read Chinese or Russian).

http://www.amazon.com/Incredisonic-F-360-Accident-Recorder-Dual-Camera/dp/B00E56WY18/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1418605891&sr=1-4&keywords=dash+cam

u/heebee8246 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Medline Emesis Bags, Blue, 24 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00839SNUE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9v.dzbEFPQMYB


Absolutely worth the investment. Have on hand and then let them keep it as a momento of the night.

u/ociffer_friendly · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Pyle Rearview Mirror Dual Car Dash Camera Recorder For Security Night Vision HD 1080P (PLCMDVR52) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GNL6R7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_18zZxbN8TZV4B

Picked this one up about 2 weeks ago. It's been working great. But like others have said, night vision on the interior is a lost cause, but at least the audio is covered down. If you're on the fence about what to get, I'd lean this way. About $50 cheaper than the falcon.

u/KevinReems · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Simply the best Dashcam on the market right now is the
Blackvue DR650S-2CH-IR

u/SilverlightPony · 4 pointsr/uberdrivers

The one I found the most recommendations for is the Vantrue N2 Pro. I got one and it's very good. Front-only at up to 1440p or front + interior at up to 1080p each. Loop recording in 1, 2, or 3-minute increments. Infrared LED for night-vision on the interior camera. Configurable sensitivity for the G-force sensor.

Example clip from the front cam on mine: https://youtu.be/HocXPP4-B-w

u/sujankarki · 4 pointsr/uberdrivers

iOttie Easy One Touch 4 Dashboard & Windshield Car Phone Mount Holder for iPhone X 8 Plus 7 6s SE Samsung Galaxy S9 S8 Edge S7 S6 Note 8 & other Smartphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076B27WP6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pDX8AbJ9MEQXF

u/everfordphoto · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Medline Emesis Bags, Blue, 24 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00839SNUE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_715CybG29VARD
Good deal considering the alternative.

u/DaveYanakov · 4 pointsr/uberdrivers

Do not skimp on bags. You will need them someday and $10 gets you enough bags to cover a hundred hours of missed surge times. A $150 cleaning fee is nothing when it keeps you from driving during the weekend traffic or pre-game rushes. I have only gone through 5 of these in 18 months but the one passenger whose aim was off proved their value
https://smile.amazon.com/Medline-Emesis-Bags-Blue-Count/dp/B00839SNUE/

u/Damean1 · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

Vantrue N2 Pro. Slightly pricy, but worth every penny.

u/furlonium · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Oh I wanted to seriously say that if you think the funk is in your seats, try an enzymatic cleaner. I've used Big D Enzym D with fantastic results cleaning cat urine from concrete (which is an extremely porous material).


http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004EHZ618/


Spray your seats with it, let it sit for a bit, and turn on your car's heater to dehumidify and dry the seats.


I wanted to post this a couple hours ago but Reddit decided I was posting too much (wtf?).

u/Nigle · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

I have every passenger a barf bag that looks somewhat off. Those cleaning fees aren't worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/Medline-Emesis-Bags-Blue-Count/dp/B00839SNUE/

My 3 year old likes to put them on his arms and pretend he is a robot.

u/Bamafan6566 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

StickerTalk Audio and Video Recording Consent Vinyl Stickers, 1 Sheet of 2 Stickers, 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches Each https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D54N5KJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kJZrDbGDT55KX

u/arrrghhh3 · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Transcend 520.

There are cheaper cams for sure, but most don't have the in-car video. I actually bought a more expensive one than this Transcend, but it doesn't do in car video so looking to replace it with this one...

u/sykilik101 · 2 pointsr/uberdrivers

I take it this is the one you bought?

u/schmuber · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Soft bags require fine motor skills to operate. Try using your barf bag while wearing oven mitts – that's exactly how low motor skills of an average drunk are.

Get the ones /u/UberDuperDrew suggested, or the ones I use. Hard entry ring is the key here. I keep mine unfolded and ready to go within my reach, so I can hand it to the pax in less than one second. So far (knock on wood) haven't missed a single drop. All my cleanups are food, drinks and dirt, not the vomit.

u/thatundra · 1 pointr/uberdrivers

Does anyone have any experience with the Vantrue N2?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073WQ7K6C?psc=1

I'm looking at getting rid of my current dash cam the Falcon Zero 360 because it is a giant piece of shit. Whatever you do, stay away from this model or the other copycat crappy Chinese models, from what i found this is sold under a bunch of different names with the same hardware.https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E56WY18/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1