The X450 also has the best non-GoPro stabilization in this guide too. Noise handling in low light is slightly better too, as you’d hope given its higher price tag. Detail is similar to the Apeman A100, but the Kaiser Baas has superior color processing, generally rendering warmer, more charming clips. Of course, this isn’t an entirely fair comparison as GoPro Black cameras have much wider-angle lenses than the Kaiser Baas X450, but we remain impressed. It shoots lovely 4K footage, with its 14MP sensor even capturing slightly more detail than a GoPro Hero 9 Black at its 'wide' setting, in certain lighting conditions (based on a frame analysis at sunset). If ready-to-roll 4K footage is the main thing you're after, then the Kaiser Baas X450 is a great option. Some are so affordable that you could attach one to your handlebars, helmet or harness and not worry too much about losing it. While the price cap means many aren’t perfect, every camera below has been included because we believe it offers genuine value. We’ve picked out the most popular budget action cams around and tested them side-by-side to bring you this definitive guide, featuring the biggest bargains around right now. However limited your budget is, you’ll find the right action camera in the list below. Alternatively, you could be looking for a GoPro camera from a few years ago, in which case it’s worth hunting out the best deals you can find on models such as the Hero 7 Silver. It’s an imperfect but surprisingly capable option for those on a tight budget. You might want a model that’s even cheaper, in which case something like the Akaso EK7000 might be a better fit. That said, it might not be the best option for you. Plus it has the best stabilization of any non-GoPro camera in this guide. Its build is basic and its audio performance isn't anything to write home about, but it’s also lightweight at 73g and can capture lovely, detailed 4K footage at 30fps. What’s the best cheap action camera right now? We think the Kaiser Baas X450 is the top affordable action cam for most people.