Ditch the Suction Cup?
Tired of your dash cam suction cup mount falling off the windshield in extreme heat or cold? Frustrated by the mount obstructing your view? The Sportway S60 offers an affordable alternative by clamping directly onto your rearview mirror’s stem, promising a cleaner look and a more secure hold in varying temperatures. But is this simple accessory the right solution for your dash cam setup in 2025?
The Mirror Mount Advantage: Why Consider It?
- No More Falling Suction Cups: By clamping onto the mirror stem, the S60 avoids the common problem of suction cups losing grip due to temperature changes or aging suction material.
- Cleaner Look & Unobstructed View: Mounting the dash cam behind the rearview mirror keeps it largely out of your direct line of sight, providing a less cluttered windshield and a more integrated, “factory” appearance.
- Easy Installation (If Compatible): Attaching the mount typically involves simply clamping it around the mirror stem and tightening a screw or knob – usually takes just a few seconds.
- Adjustable Positioning: Features 360-degree rotation (and often tilt adjustments) allowing you to easily angle your dash cam for the perfect road view.
- Affordable Solution: Mirror mounts like the S60 are generally very inexpensive, offering a budget-friendly alternative to other mounting methods.
Build and Design:
- Sturdy Enough for Dash Cams: Made from durable materials like POM plastics and rubber, it’s designed to securely hold the weight of standard dash cams (typically under 300g or about 0.6 lbs). (Ignore any mentions of extremely high weight capacities like 10kg – that’s unrealistic for this type of mount).
- Compact & Lightweight: The mount itself is small and light, adding minimal bulk behind your mirror.
CRITICAL Check: Will It Fit YOUR Mirror Stem?
This is the most important consideration before buying:
- Compatibility is LIMITED: This type of mount ONLY works with rearview mirrors that have a suitable stem or post extending from the back of the mirror to the windshield mount point. It needs something to clamp around.
- Check Your Mirror: Look behind your rearview mirror. If it’s mounted flush against the windshield, or if the stem is extremely thick, oddly shaped, or integrated with rain sensors/other large housings, this mount likely WILL NOT FIT. It’s generally designed for stems that are somewhat cylindrical or have defined edges to grip onto.
- Dash Cam Compatibility is Broad: While mirror stem compatibility is tricky, the mount itself usually connects to the dash cam using a standard 1/4″ tripod screw or a common slide-in T-slot connector, making it compatible with most dash cam models.
Verify the connection type matches your dash cam.
Other Considerations Before Buying (2025):
- Potential for Vibration: Because it’s attached to the mirror stem, some vibration from the road or engine cantransfer to the dash cam, potentially making footage slightly less stable than a direct windshield mount, especially on rough surfaces. This varies by vehicle and dash cam weight.
- Adjustment Access: Depending on your mirror and dash cam size, accessing the mount’s adjustment knobs or the dash cam’s buttons might be slightly trickier once installed compared to a windshield mount.
- You Still Need to Run the Power Cable: Remember, this is only a mount. You still need to route your dash cam’s power cable neatly (usually tucking it into the headliner and down the A-pillar) to your car’s 12V outlet or fuse box.
S60 vs. Other Mount Types (2025):
- vs. Suction Cup Mounts: The S60 offers better reliability in extreme temperatures and a cleaner view, but has strict mirror compatibility limits and potentially more vibration. Suction cups are more universally compatible with windshields but can fail and obstruct vision.
- vs. Adhesive Mounts (3M Tape): Adhesive mounts are very secure, low-profile, and often have less vibration, but offer minimal adjustability once placed and are difficult to remove or transfer between vehicles. The S60 is easily adjustable and removable if it fits your mirror.
The Verdict for a Cleaner Install (2025):
The Sportway S60 Dash Cam Mirror Mount is an excellent, affordable choice in 2025 IF:
- Your vehicle’s rearview mirror stem is compatible with its clamping mechanism (THIS IS ESSENTIAL – CHECK FIRST!).
- You strongly dislike suction cup mounts due to falling off or obstructing your view.
- You prioritize a cleaner, more integrated look for your dash cam.
- You understand it’s only the mount and requires separate power routing for the dash cam.
- You accept the possibility of minor vibration on rough roads.
You should stick with suction or adhesive mounts if:
- Your rearview mirror stem is not compatible.
- You need the most stable possible video footage (adhesive might be better).
- You frequently move your dash cam between vehicles (suction might be easier if compatibility allows).
If your car’s mirror is a match, the Sportway S60 offers a simple, cheap, and effective way to ditch the suction cup and achieve a tidier dash cam installation. Just verify that compatibility before you buy!
