Best Uber Dashcam App with Cabin Camera
Hawk by MRVL is a phone-based dashcam app that turns your iPhone or Android into evidence-grade recording for Uber and Lyft drivers, with cabin camera support through the Rideshare Pro tier. No dedicated hardware needed; just mount your phone on the dashboard and start recording.
What Hawk does for rideshare drivers
Hawk is a dashcam app that records continuous footage with SHA-256 integrity hashes written to every clip, making each recording court-admissible. For Uber and Lyft drivers, the Rideshare Pro tier unlocks cabin camera recording, so you capture both the road ahead and inside your vehicle. The app works on your existing phone mounted to your dashboard. As of June 2026, Rideshare Pro also includes shift mode, letting you log multi-trip sessions in one continuous session without manually starting and stopping recording between passengers. Passenger recording notices are built in to comply with local consent laws.
Evidence locker and dispute export
Every recording is locked in an Evidence Locker protected by biometric authentication (face or fingerprint). When you need to file a dispute with Uber, report an incident to police, or submit a claim to your insurance, Hawk exports a one-tap ZIP file containing all relevant clips plus a SHA-256 integrity manifest proving no footage has been altered. GPS overlay stamps speed and timestamp on video. Trip map replay shows the exact route and location of any incident. This evidence chain is what makes Hawk different from a generic screen recorder or video app.
No subscription required to start
The free tier records up to 10 clips per month with 7-day retention, so you can test the app on your phone before committing. Local Pro costs £3.99 per month, £39.99 per year, or £49.99 lifetime and adds unlimited clips, 90-day retention, evidence export, and GPS overlay. Rideshare Pro is £8.99 per month or £69.99 per year and includes cabin camera, shift mode for multi-trip logging, iCloud sync for locked clips, and voice-save commands via Siri Shortcuts. Most Uber and Lyft drivers choose Rideshare Pro for the cabin camera alone.
How it differs from a hardware dashcam
Hawk isn't a separate device you buy and mount. It runs on the phone you already own, using your phone's camera, gyroscope, and GPS. You mount your phone on your dashboard with a standard phone holder. There's no Wi-Fi pairing, no cloud lock-in, and no subscription to access basic recording. Pro and Rideshare Pro clips sync to your own iCloud account, not MRVL servers. On iOS, Hawk also integrates with NDSP police-report submission, letting officers pull your footage directly into case files without you having to export files manually.
Who uses Hawk
Rideshare drivers (Uber, Lyft, Bolt) are the primary audience, especially in regions with high dispute rates or where driver assaults are a concern. Daily commuters, new drivers, and anyone who wants dashcam evidence without buying a dedicated hardware unit also benefit from the always-on recording and evidence-grade export. The cabin camera feature was built specifically for rideshare work, where protecting yourself against passenger disputes or false allegations is critical.
Getting started with Hawk
Download Hawk from the App Store or Google Play. Mount your phone on your dashboard using any standard phone holder. Open the app and press record. The free tier gives you 10 clips per month to trial the recording quality and interface. If you're an Uber or Lyft driver, upgrade to Rideshare Pro (£8.99/mo or £69.99/yr) to unlock cabin camera and shift mode for multi-trip sessions. Every clip is hashed the moment it's saved, so your evidence is cryptographically protected from the start.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hawk work as a replacement for a hardware dashcam?
Yes, for most rideshare and daily-driving scenarios. Hawk records continuously with evidence-grade integrity hashing and exports court-ready files. The main difference is it runs on your existing phone rather than a separate device, so setup is simpler and there's no extra hardware to buy.
Can I record both the road and inside my car at the same time?
Yes, but only with Rideshare Pro. The cabin camera feature lets you use a second phone mounted inside the cabin while Hawk records the road view on your main phone, or record cabin footage on your primary phone if mounted facing inward. Rideshare Pro tier is required.
Is Hawk free or do I need a subscription?
Hawk is free to download and includes 10 clips per month with 7-day retention. Rideshare Pro (£8.99/mo or £69.99/yr) adds cabin camera, shift mode, and unlimited recording. Most Uber and Lyft drivers choose Rideshare Pro for the cabin camera alone.
Can I use Hawk footage in insurance claims or court?
Yes. Every clip is stamped with a SHA-256 integrity hash, GPS location, and timestamp. Hawk exports a one-tap ZIP file with all clips plus a manifest proving no footage has been altered. This chain-of-custody format is accepted by insurance, police, and small-claims courts.
Do I need to buy a phone mount or special equipment?
No. Any standard dashboard phone holder works with Hawk. You don't need Wi-Fi pairing, special cables, or additional hardware. Just mount your phone, open the app, and press record.
What happens to my recordings after I record them?
By default, clips stay on your phone. With Local Pro or Rideshare Pro, locked clips also sync to your own iCloud account for backup. MRVL doesn't store or access your footage; recordings are yours to keep and export.