Why should I buy a dash cam battery pack when I can just get a power bank for $30?Updated 8 days ago
Battery Technology
A lot of power banks nowadays use lithium-ion (Li-Ion) technology, whereas dash cam battery packs use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4).
When lithium-ion batteries are subjected to extreme heat, they tend to expand and possibly even explode. Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, on the other hand, do not have this issue and will only pose a risk of explosion if punctured (which is nearly impossible with our battery packs, thanks to their durable casings).
This is why, if you're located where it can get extremely hot during the summer months, e.g. Australia, British Columbia, the Middle East, and the Southern U.S., we absolutely do not recommend keeping power banks or any other lithium-ion batteries in your car.
One additional point to note is that we specialize in dash cams that use supercapacitors for power retention. Supercapacitors are better at withstanding the extreme temperatures in your vehicle, and that's the same with a battery pack. A dash cam battery pack can withstand extreme hot and cold temperatures for your protection.
General Usage
You'll get a lot more recharge cycles & long-term usage out of a dash cam battery pack. Keeping your dash cam, SD card and battery pack in your vehicle 24/7 means that they are working non-stop and continuously, whether you're driving or parked. You want something that won't fail on you over time, so making sure you have the right equipment is important.
More importantly, a battery pack can also act as a power pass-through to the dash cam once fully charged (i.e. stop charging while still receiving a power input from the vehicle), which a power bank may not be able to.
Ariel at Vortex Radar dives into this even further, explaining the watt/voltage differences. Please watch the following video for his explanation - you won't regret it:
Warranty Coverage
Last but not least, using an unapproved power source may void your dash cam warranty, so this is something to be very careful about if you run into issues. The main thing to note is that there is data saved on the dash cam itself that can trace how it receives power, but it's a bit technical, so as long as you follow our warranty policy, we will have you covered.
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