Vantrue N5 vs Redtiger F7NA
Vantrue N5 (#4) vs Redtiger F7NA (#5, best budget): in our Dash Cams for Semi Trucks scoring the Vantrue N5 totals 8.4/10 and the Redtiger F7NA 7.8/10, the Vantrue N5 leading on Coverage & Channels and Durability & Reliability and the Redtiger F7NA on Value and Video Quality.
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Side by side
| Vantrue N5 | Redtiger F7NA | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $379.98 | $139.99 |
| Channels | 4 (front + front-cabin + rear-cabin + rear) | 2 (front + rear) |
| Front Resolution | 2.7K (1944p) | 4K (2160p) |
| Interior Camera | Yes — dual infrared cabin lenses (1080p) | No |
| Rear Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Image Sensor | Sony STARVIS 2 (front) | Sony STARVIS 2 (IMX678) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4/5GHz) + GPS | Wi-Fi (5GHz) + GPS |
| Max Storage | microSD up to 512GB | microSD up to 512GB |
| Parking Mode | 24-hour (buffered) | 24-hour |
How they differ in real use
Built from our dash cams for semi trucks scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the Vantrue N5 and the Redtiger F7NA made our Top 5 Dash Cams for Semi Trucks, at #4 and #5 (best budget). The only four-channel option here, adding a second interior lens so it records the front, the cab, the sleeper/rear cabin, and the road behind at once — genuine 360-degree coverage no three-channel rival matches. It drops below the A229 Pro because its front camera tops out at 2.7K rather than 4K and its other three channels are 1080p, so per-channel sharpness is lower even though total coverage is higher. Choose it when seeing everything matters more than maximum front resolution. A genuine bargain: true 4K front video on a Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor, 5GHz Wi-Fi, and GPS for around $140. It ranks last only because it is the sole two-channel unit here — there is no interior camera, a real gap for a trucker who needs cab evidence for insurance or company claims. As a front-and-rear recorder for a company driver or a first camera on a used rig, though, nothing else here comes close on price.
We score dash cams for semi trucks on Video Quality (30%), Coverage & Channels (25%), Durability & Reliability (15%), Parking & Storage Features (15%) and Value (15%). On that basis the Vantrue N5 totals 8.4 out of 10 and the Redtiger F7NA 7.8. The widest gap is Coverage & Channels, where the Vantrue N5 scores 9.5 against 6.5 for the Redtiger F7NA — front, interior, and rear coverage and field of view. Value also separates them: 9.4 for the Redtiger F7NA versus 7.3 for the Vantrue N5. The Redtiger F7NA claws back ground on Video Quality.
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Channels — 4 (front + front-cabin + rear-cabin + rear) on the Vantrue N5 versus 2 (front + rear) on the Redtiger F7NA; Front Resolution — 2.7K (1944p) on the Vantrue N5 versus 4K (2160p) on the Redtiger F7NA; Interior Camera — Yes — dual infrared cabin lenses (1080p) on the Vantrue N5 versus No on the Redtiger F7NA; Image Sensor — Sony STARVIS 2 (front) on the Vantrue N5 versus Sony STARVIS 2 (IMX678) on the Redtiger F7NA; Connectivity — Wi-Fi (2.4/5GHz) + GPS on the Vantrue N5 versus Wi-Fi (5GHz) + GPS on the Redtiger F7NA; Parking Mode — 24-hour (buffered) on the Vantrue N5 versus 24-hour on the Redtiger F7NA. They match on Rear Resolution and Max Storage.
Pricing as of July 27, 2026: $379.98 for the Vantrue N5 and $139.99 for the Redtiger F7NA, a $239.99 difference in the Redtiger F7NA's favor. Owners praise the Vantrue N5 for four channels — front, front-cabin, rear-cabin, and rear — for genuine 360-degree coverage and two infrared interior lenses record the cab and sleeper in the dark; the most common complaint is front camera tops out at 2.7K (1944p), below the 4K front cameras here. Owners praise the Redtiger F7NA for true 4K front recording on a Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor for around $140 and 5GHz Wi-Fi with fast clip transfer and built-in GPS; the most common complaint is two channels only — no interior camera, a real gap for trucking incident claims.
Vantrue N5
- Four channels — front, front-cabin, rear-cabin, and rear — for genuine 360-degree coverage
- Two infrared interior lenses record the cab and sleeper in the dark
- Sony STARVIS 2 front sensor and 24-hour buffered parking mode
- Built-in GPS and voice control, with no subscription required
- Front camera tops out at 2.7K (1944p), below the 4K front cameras here
- The other three channels are 1080p
- Costs about the same as sharper 4K three-channel rivals
Redtiger F7NA
- True 4K front recording on a Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensor for around $140
- 5GHz Wi-Fi with fast clip transfer and built-in GPS
- WDR/HDR night processing and 24-hour parking mode
- Simple two-camera install
- Two channels only — no interior camera, a real gap for trucking incident claims
- Rear camera is 1080p
- Parking mode needs the separate hardwire kit
Which should you buy?
The Vantrue N5 is the better fit for drivers who want full 360-degree cab and exterior coverage and sleeper-cab monitoring — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Coverage & Channels and Durability & Reliability. The Redtiger F7NA is the better fit for budget-conscious drivers wanting real 4K front video and company drivers who only need front and rear, and the stronger choice if Value and Video Quality matter more to you than the overall score. If the $239.99 saving matters more than Coverage & Channels, the Redtiger F7NA is the better value. The Vantrue N5 is a poor fit for buyers who want 4K front footage; the Redtiger F7NA is a poor fit for anyone needing an interior/cabin camera.
Choose the Vantrue N5 if
- Drivers who want full 360-degree cab and exterior coverage
- Sleeper-cab monitoring
- Owner-operators prioritizing coverage over front resolution
Skip it if
- Buyers who want 4K front footage
- Those on a tight budget
Choose the Redtiger F7NA if
- Budget-conscious drivers wanting real 4K front video
- Company drivers who only need front and rear
- A first dash cam on a used truck
Skip it if
- Anyone needing an interior/cabin camera
- Fleets requiring cabin evidence
Common questions
Is the Vantrue N5 better than the Redtiger F7NA?
In our Dash Cams for Semi Trucks ranking the Vantrue N5 scores higher overall, 8.4 to 7.8, with the biggest advantage in Coverage & Channels. The Redtiger F7NA is stronger on Value and Video Quality, so it is the better pick if those matter most to you.
How much more does the Vantrue N5 cost than the Redtiger F7NA?
$239.99 more as of July 27, 2026: $379.98 for the Vantrue N5 against $139.99 for the Redtiger F7NA. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure. What the extra buys is mostly Coverage & Channels — 9.5 versus 6.5 in our scoring.
What is the main difference between the Vantrue N5 and the Redtiger F7NA?
The headline spec difference is Channels: 4 (front + front-cabin + rear-cabin + rear) on the Vantrue N5 versus 2 (front + rear) on the Redtiger F7NA. In use, the gap that matters most is Coverage & Channels (9.5 vs 6.5 in our scoring): front, interior, and rear coverage and field of view.