Nextbase iQ Dash Cam Tech Specs and Installation Guide
Tom Vondrasek | 2nd August 2025 | 5 minutes to read
The iQ dash cam is one of the new intelligent range of dash cams released by Nextbase. There are 2 models, the iQ 1K and the iQ 4K and are high end cams for this next generation. To help make choosing Nextbase as your dash cam of choice, we have added additional details that are not on the product page.
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Nextbase iQ 1K & iQ 4K Specification Table
When choosing an iQ dash cam there is only one choice you need to make when choosing between the 1K and 4K models. This is the resolution of the dash cams recording ability. Resolution is how many little pixels are in the image being recorded. The higher the number, the more pixels there are, making the image sharper so you can easily see more details. The 4K model produces a better quality recording, the trade off is the purchase cost is higher. Also take into account the higher the cams recording resolution, the more storage space the video produced takes up.
The specification table below helps summarise all the features and benefits of both cams:
| Features | iQ 1K | iQ 4K |
|---|---|---|
| Front Camera maximum resolution | 1K@1080p | 4K@2160p |
| Front Lens viewing angle | 140° | 140° |
| Cabin Camera maximum resolution | 1080p | 1440p |
| Cabin Lens viewing angle | 180° | 180° |
| Optional Rear Camera resolution | 2K@1440p | 2K@1440p |
| Optional Rear Camera viewing angle | 140° | 140° |
| 7-layer Lens for superior image quality | Yes | Yes |
| Image stabilisation for complete clarity | Yes | Yes |
| Night vision | Yes - Enhanced infrared | Yes - Enhanced infrared |
| wifi/4G Connection | Always 'ON' 4G Connection | Always 'ON' 4G Connection |
| Instant footage access | Yes | Yes |
| Live View | Yes | Yes |
| Effortless, hands free voice control | Yes | Yes |
| Connection type | Plugs directly into the OBD port | Plugs directly into the OBD port |
| Chipset | Advanced A.I. - CV chipset | Advanced A.I. - CV chipset |
| Vehicle GPS location | Yes | Yes |
| Proximity sensing | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Response | Yes | Yes |
| What3Words | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum App requirements | Android 8 & iOS 15 | Android 8 & iOS 15 |
| Built in Screen | No | No |
Nextbase iQ 1K & iQ 4K Installation Guide
Nextbase iQ - Installation Guide Video
It covers:
- Whats in the box
- Accessing & installing the NextBase iQ App on your phone
- Connecting the supplied power cable to the OBD port and the camera
- Positioning and installing the iQ onto the inside of your windscreen
- Using the supplied cabling tool to hide the power cabling
- Installing the Optional Rear View Camera
- Installing/removing the SD card
Nextbase iQ 1K & iQ 4K Monthly Plan Guide
To get the most value from your iQ dash cam you need to signup to a monthly plan. There are 3 to choose from, so you can choose which best suits your needs and budget. First time iQ buyers are given a 1 month free subscription to the plan of their choice. Signup is done using the Nextbase App, which you need to install on your phone to operate the camera and view recorded footage. To help making choosing a plan easy, the details are shown in the comparison table below.
The plans details are:
| Solo Free |
Protect $14.99 |
Protect Plus + $24.99 |
|---|---|---|
| iQ App | iQ App | iQ App |
| Voice Control | Voice Control | Voice Control |
| Real-time text notifications | Real-time event notifications | Real-time event notifications |
| 4G Data included | 4G Data included | |
| Live View | Live View | |
| Smart Sense Parking | Smart Sense Parking | |
| Witness Mode | Witness Mode | |
| Guardian Mode Speed Alerts | Guardian Mode Speed Alerts | |
| Guardian Mode Location Alerts | Guardian Mode Location Alerts | |
| Remote Warning | Remote Warning | |
| Remote Downloads | Remote Downloads | |
| Cloud Storage 30 Days | Cloud Storage 180 Days | |
| Live View Look Back | ||
| Multiple User Accounts | ||
| Emergency SOS | ||
| Automated Incident Back-up |
The Nextbase iQ range of dash cams is a feature rich product if you want an intelligent, modern, easy to use recording device to help you out in times of trouble. Whether driving or parked it gives you piece of mind that whatever may happen, you will have it recorded to back up your side of the story.
