An Honest Review of Backup Camera Options from RVers

When it comes to traveling in your RV, ensuring you can safely navigate and park is crucial. Backup cameras have become a popular tool for RVers, but opinions on the best option vary widely. From high-tech camera systems to tried-and-true mirrors, we've gathered reviews from our community to help you decide which backup solution is best for your travels.

Haloview

"Haloview BT 7 system. Backup and side cameras." - Happyplacediaries

"Haloview BT7." - Mark L.

Furrion

"Furrion - expensive, $700, works okay. But I found a knockoff on Amazon with an adapter cable for my daughter and son-in-law for $87. The monitor is 5” instead of 7”, but I actually think the display and picture are better." - Cook D.

"Furrion cameras are a waste of money. They are terrible. We are looking for a new one. The Haloview is supposed to be good." - Sherry L.

"It's more a rearview camera so I can see what clown is tail-gating me." - Eric M.

Voyager

"Voyager. Works great!" - Jeff G.

"Factory installed at the top rear of the rig. I adjusted it so that it’s kind of dual-purpose (backup and some of the road behind for rear-view)." - Phil H.

Mirror and Manual Methods

"Nope. No camera. Get out and scope the backing space and distances." - Ricky R.

"Camera? I'm old school... move slowly, listen for bad sound and good hand signals with the Mrs." - C. McCannady

"None. I walk around and see where I’m backing up. Then my camera is my wife. Hand signals always. She’s in charge." - Jon A.

"My wife and walkie-talkies." - David B.

"Rearview mirrors." - Scott C.

"Absolutely nothing better than G.O.A.L. (Get Out And Look). Yeah, I said it." - David S.

Amazon Finds

"Magnetic/WiFi camera from Amazon." - Boosta M.

"Lingdu 12” Mirror from Amazon. So helpful!!!" - Jesal and Sonia

"I bought a cheap Chinese wireless dual camera set with a 7" LCD display. Mounted one under the truck license plate as a backup and one on the back of my 26' travel trailer as a rearview. The backup works well. The rearview signal is weak due to distance. The image freezes frequently." - Russell T.

"DoHonest from Amazon mounted on Furrion adapter on travel trailer." - Hiram and Sheila C.

Unique Approaches

"My wife." - Ryan C.

"Hubby and I have walkie-talkies, I'm the camera in the back LOL." - Audrey F.

"My mirrors." - Brent N.

"Don't need a camera." - Jeff E.

"I tried using the backup camera on my Ram to back my utility trailer using the camera only. I'll stick with my mirrors. I turned the wrong way using the camera." - Randy D.

As you can see, RVers have a wide range of preferences when it comes to backup cameras and other methods for safe maneuvering. While some swear by advanced systems like Haloview or Furrion, others are more comfortable relying on manual methods, mirrors, or even their traveling companions. Ultimately, the best option depends on your personal comfort level, your RV setup, and the type of travel you enjoy. Whether you opt for the latest technology or stick with tried-and-true techniques, the key is to find what works best for you, ensuring your RV adventures are safe and enjoyable.