Backup Displays & Monitors

Choose based on screen size and where you want the display. A rear-view mirror monitor keeps an extra screen off the dash and can provide a cleaner-looking installation, but the display area is usually smaller. A dash-mounted monitor gives you a larger dedicated screen that's easier to see at a glance. Also confirm that the mirror mount or dash location works in your vehicle before buying.

Don't assume backup cameras and monitors are universal. Check the camera connector, video signal format, monitor inputs, operating voltage, and any required adapter or interface. For example, some ECCO monitors use threaded 4-pin camera connections and support PAL/NTSC video. Match the exact camera and display specifications before ordering instead of choosing by screen size alone.

Choose the largest screen you can comfortably see without creating an awkward mounting location or blocking too much of your view. Smaller 4- to 4.5-inch mirror displays keep the installation compact, while a 7-inch dash monitor provides a noticeably larger image for work trucks, towing, or frequent camera use. Screen size doesn't determine compatibility, so check the connections and camera support too.

Some monitors support multiple camera inputs, but check both the number of cameras and how the monitor displays them. Current examples in this category can support up to two camera feeds, but that doesn't automatically mean you can see both at the same time. For example, ECCO's M7000B supports two cameras but switches between them rather than providing split-screen viewing.

Not always. Some listings are monitor-only, while others are complete camera-and-display packages. For example, an ECCO mirror system in this category includes the mirror monitor, camera, and extension cable, while standalone monitors require a compatible camera and may require additional cables or mounting hardware. Check the included-components list before buying so you don't end up with only part of the system.