REDTIGER F7NP 4K Front and Rear Dash Cam with Hardwire Kit: features explained

The REDTIGER F7NP is a two-camera dash cam: one lens faces the road and one faces the rear, with a hardwire kit that connects to the car's OBD port. It records the road ahead in up to 4K and the rear in 1080p, adds GPS and WiFi, and supports a parking mode. Here is what each feature means and what to confirm before fitting one.

Dual recording

REDTIGER says the F7NP records up to Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) from the front and Full HD 1080p from the rear at the same time. Higher resolution generally helps with reading road signs and number plates, although results depend on distance, light and speed. The front lens has a 170-degree field of view and the rear lens 140 degrees, which widens coverage and reduces blind spots at the sides. Very wide lenses can also make distant objects look smaller.

Night vision

REDTIGER says the lens has an F1.5 aperture and six glass layers, with HDR/WDR technology. A larger aperture lets in more light, and HDR/WDR balances bright and dark areas, such as headlights against a dark road. Low-light footage varies a lot with conditions, so treat this as the brand's description rather than a promise.

WiFi and the app

You connect the dash cam to a smartphone over WiFi and use the "Redtiger" app on iOS or Android to view, play back and manage recordings. REDTIGER says you can also download and edit videos in the app and share them in one tap. Using WiFi means you do not have to remove the memory card to look at a clip.

Built-in GPS

The built-in GPS records the driving route, real-time speed and location. REDTIGER says you can follow the route on Google Maps through the app, or use its GPSPlayer software for Windows and Mac. Location and speed data are stored with the footage, which may be useful if you need to document a trip or an incident. Rules about presenting dash cam footage vary by place.

Loop recording, G-sensor and parking mode

When the memory card is full, loop recording overwrites the oldest footage so the camera keeps recording. If the G-sensor detects a sudden impact, it locks and saves that clip so it is not overwritten. REDTIGER also lists a 24-hour parking monitor with time-lapse recording. The listing notes that a hardware kit is required for parking mode, which is why this bundle includes the OBD hardwire kit. The kit supplies power from the car while it is parked; check the manual for how it protects your car battery.

Who it suits

The F7NP suits drivers who want both front and rear coverage, commuters and people who park on the street and want parking monitoring. Anyone preferring a simple plug-in set-up should check how the hardwire kit connects.

What to check before you buy

• Memory card: the listing does not say whether a card is included; check the manual for supported card types and sizes.
• Installation: the rear camera needs a cable run through the car; plan for the time or professional fitting.
• Vehicle fit: confirm your car has the OBD port location and voltage the kit expects.
• Windscreen rules: local laws may limit where a dash cam can be placed.
• Privacy: recording laws, especially for audio and parking mode, differ by region.
• Battery: follow the manual on parking-mode settings and low-voltage cut-off.

The short version

• Dual dash cam: 4K front (170 degrees) and 1080p rear (140 degrees).
• F1.5 aperture lens with HDR/WDR for low light.
• WiFi and the "Redtiger" app, plus built-in GPS.
• Loop recording, G-sensor lock and a 24-hour parking monitor.
• Parking mode needs the hardwire kit, which is part of this bundle.

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