Dylect Sense Classic Dashcam Review - Basic Needs

Gone are the days when a dashcam was an optional accessory. With the sheer number of bad drivers, distracted riders, and the general chaos on our roads, having your drives documented has become more of a necessity than a luxury. However, since India remains a fiercely price-sensitive market, most buyers are likely to spend just enough to get the most basic equipment. Keeping that in mind, we tested one of the most affordable dashcams on the market – the Dylect Sense Classic. Priced at Rs 2,299, it packs all the essentials you’d expect from an entry-level dashcam. But does it do its job well, and can you rely on it?

Dylect Sense Classic Dashcam: Box Contents & Installation

You get a single-channel (front) dashcam, a car charger, a USB Type-C cable, adhesive stickers, wire clips, and a pry tool. The SD card must be purchased separately, and if you want 24×7 surveillance, you’ll also need a hardwire kit (about Rs 1,700 extra). The dashcam itself is small and cylindrical, and at just 63 grams, it weighs less than a packet of kitchen masala. Installation is simple, but I’d have preferred a suction mount instead of a sticky pad, which would have made removal and repositioning far more convenient.

Dylect Sense Classic Dashcam Video Quality, Features & Performance

Dylect claims the Sense Classic records at 1080p with a 140-degree field of view. During the review, the FOV proved more than adequate, but the video quality itself leaves you wanting more.

Don’t expect crisp, clean 1080p captures like those from a smartphone. This produces grainy footage even in good lighting, and at night or in low light, it becomes noticeably pixelated. That said, you have to understand that this camera isn’t meant for content creation – it’s meant to document incidents. And for that purpose, the footage is acceptable, especially at this price point. It features loop recording, which overwrites older footage once the card is full. It also packs a G-sensor that detects sudden impacts and saves a one-minute clip that won’t be overwritten.

Dylect Sense Classic Dashcam Verdict: Should You Buy It?

The Sense Classic is a solid pick for anyone on a tight budget who wants a basic, dependable dashcam. However, a dual-channel setup with similar specs would’ve made this a far more complete package. Currently, Dylect’s dual-camera options start at around Rs 10,000, marking a steep jump. Not offering a rear-camera variant in the ‘Classic’ lineup feels like a missed opportunity.