Some of the riskiest moments on the road are when there’s another vehicle in your blind spot—in the next lane over, but just far enough behind you that you can’t see it out your window or mirror. Yes, you can (and should) adjust your interior and exterior mirrors in such a way as to eliminate any blind spots, but not all vehicles are created equal. Some cars, because of their exterior styling, have poor outward visibility. Some exterior mirrors, again because of styling, are smaller or unusually shaped.
And then there are physical problems. Some of us aren’t as limber in the neck as we used to be. There’s no shame in needing a little extra help, and that’s where blind spot mirrors come in. These are mostly smaller mirrors that attach to your side-view mirrors, giving you a secondary, wider view of the road behind you. We say “mostly” because one of our picks actually goes inside your car, clipping on over the inside rear-view mirror. All cost only a few dollars and each has its pros and cons when it comes to seeing what’s in your blind spots.
- Ampper Round Blind Spot Mirror : Best Budget Blind Spot Mirror
- Libberway Blind Spot Mirror : Best Value Blind Spot Mirror
- Utopicar Blind Spot Mirror : Best Basic Semi-Oval Blind Spot Mirror
- Maxiview HD Blind Spot Mirror : Best Adjustable Blind Spot Mirror
- Kitbest Blind Spot Mirror : Best Interior Blind Spot Mirror
Featured Products
- Convex ultra thin HD glass
- IP65 waterproof, rust resistant
- 360 degree rotate and sway adjustable
- Adjustable swivel mounting bracket
- Frameless and slim design
- Rectangular design
- Outdoor and water rated adhesive
- "Dimensions - 3"" X 1.8"" "
- Frameless design
- Power-operated
- Dimensions - 3.5" x 2.5"
- High reflective silver film
- Partnered with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
- Ideal convex curvature
- Plastic adhesive base and 3M Brand glue
Editorial Picks
The Ampper Round Blind Spot Mirror is pretty much the classic solution. It’s a small two-inch round mirror that sticks to your factory exterior mirrors. Its simplicity means a very low price and buyers praise the side-to-side adjustability and secure attachment.
- Low price
- Side-to-side adjustability
- Attaches securely
- Limited movement
- Users say the mount can be fragile when adjusting
- Small surface area
Blind spot mirrors are generally so inexpensive that an extra dollar or so buys some significant improvements. The Libberway Blind Spot Mirror can be adjusted both horizontally and vertically. It’s waterproof and rust-resistant and its shape allows for versatility in installation. Some users attach it horizontally, but some have found positioning it vertically works best with their vehicle’s stock mirrors.
- Shape allows for horizontal or vertical mounting
- Adjustability side-to-side and up-and-down
- Waterproof and rust-resistant
- Owners say it’s easy to knock out of adjustment
- Some users say vertical vision is limited when mounted horizontally
- Reports of distortion
A semi-oval design allows for a wider field of vision than a round mirror and a taller field compared to rectangular mirrors. The Utopicar Semi-Oval is frameless, which allows for a cleaner look since no part of the mirror surface is covered by a non-reflective frame. Owners say it’s easy to install.
- Larger surface area than round mirrors
- Easy installation
- Frameless design
- Not adjustable
- Adhesive not waterproof
- Prone to breakage
There’s a substantial leap in price to the Maxiview HD Blind Spot Mirror, but owners say it justifies the expense with sturdy construction, a large surface area, an anti-glare lens and adjustable swivel mount.
- Adjustable swivel mount
- Anti-glare lens
- Large surface area
- Pricey
- Mirror tinting can be compounded if you have a window tint
- Reports of distortion
The Kitbest is the outlier in our group—the only blind spot mirror that goes inside the vehicle. It’s a clip-on that goes over the rearview mirror mounted in the center of the windshield. The upsides are that it is much less likely to be stolen, damaged or worn by the elements than an outside-mounted mirror. It’s made with composites that give it protection against glare and the manufacturer claims a universal fit.
- Protects against theft, damage and wear
- Anti-glare
- Universal fit
- Panoramic lens means objects outside are much closer than they appear
- Many users say the extra view of the interior is distracting
- Some owners report the mirror is prone to vibration
Featured Products
- Convex ultra thin HD glass
- IP65 waterproof, rust resistant
- 360 degree rotate and sway adjustable
- Adjustable swivel mounting bracket
- Frameless and slim design
- Rectangular design
- Outdoor and water rated adhesive
- "Dimensions - 3"" X 1.8"" "
- Frameless design
- Power-operated
- Dimensions - 3.5" x 2.5"
- High reflective silver film
- Partnered with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
- Ideal convex curvature
- Plastic adhesive base and 3M Brand glue
METHODOLOGY
In order to determine the best blind spot mirrors we considered the products most accessible to the widest swath of consumers in the U.S., which also includes performance, price and value. We also considered a broad range of end-user ratings and evaluations by multiple testers.