BlackVue CM100GLTE Australia – Complete LTE Module Guide 2026

May 31, 2026

If you own a BlackVue dash cam — or you are about to buy one — you have probably seen the BlackVue CM100GLTE mentioned. It comes up as an optional add-on at checkout, in the spec sheets, and in conversations about BlackVue Cloud.

But what actually is it? Do you need one? And how does it change what your BlackVue can do?

What Is the BlackVue CM100GLTE?

The CM100GLTE is a small 4G LTE modem accessory designed to plug directly into a compatible BlackVue dash cam. Once connected and activated with an Australian SIM card, it provides the dash cam with permanent mobile data connectivity — meaning the camera is always online, anywhere there is 4G coverage.

Key features:

  •         Plug-and-play installation — no wiring required
  •         BYO Australian nano SIM card
  •         4G LTE mobile data connectivity
  •         Acts as an in-car Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 5 devices
  •         Compatible with BlackVue Elite 8, Elite 9, Elite 10, DR970X-2CH Plus II, DR770X-2CH II, and more
  •         Price: $219 from Dash Cams Australia

 

👉 Shop BlackVue CM100GLTE Modem

$219 — BYO SIM — Free shipping over $80

 

What Does the CM100GLTE Actually Let You Do?

1. Live Remote View From Anywhere

Open the BlackVue app on your phone and watch a live feed from your dash cam’s front (and rear) camera in real time. The camera is online via 4G, so this works regardless of where you or your car are located in Australia.

2. Real-Time GPS Tracking

The dash cam continuously reports its GPS location to BlackVue Cloud. You can pull up its position on a map at any time from anywhere in the world.

3. Instant Push Notifications

When a parking event triggers (impact or motion detection), your phone receives an instant push notification with the event details.

4. Automatic Cloud Footage Backup

When an event is recorded, the dash cam automatically uploads the footage to BlackVue Cloud. Even if the SD card is removed or damaged, your evidence is safely stored online.

5. In-Car Wi-Fi Hotspot

The CM100GLTE can act as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 5 devices.

Which BlackVue Models Need the CM100GLTE?

BlackVue Model CM100GLTE Needed? Built-in LTE?
BlackVue Elite 10 2CH ✅ Required for LTE cloud ❌
BlackVue Elite 9 2CH ✅ Required for LTE cloud ❌
BlackVue Elite 8 2CH ✅ Required for LTE cloud ❌
BlackVue DR970X-2CH Plus II ✅ Required for LTE cloud ❌
BlackVue DR970X-2CH LTE Plus II ❌ Not needed ✅ Yes
BlackVue DR770X-2CH II ✅ Required for LTE cloud ❌

 

The DR970X-2CH LTE Plus II is the only current BlackVue with the 4G modem built directly into the camera. Every other current model can achieve the same cloud connectivity using the external CM100GLTE accessory.

 

CM100GLTE vs Wi-Fi Cloud — Which Do You Need?

Wi-Fi cloud is enough if:

  •         Your car is parked at home most of the time
  •         You are happy reviewing parked-vehicle events the next morning rather than in real time
  •         You mainly want footage backup, not real-time monitoring

LTE cloud (CM100GLTE) is worth it if:

  •         Your car is regularly parked away from Wi-Fi — at work, in CBD car parks, at the airport
  •         You want real-time alerts when anything happens to your parked vehicle
  •         You travel frequently and want to check on your car remotely
  •         You operate a fleet, rideshare, or any business vehicle
  •         You want the in-car Wi-Fi hotspot feature for passenger devices

How to Set Up the CM100GLTE

  •         Purchase the CM100GLTE module (sold separately or as a bundle add-on)
  •         Obtain a 4G-compatible Australian nano SIM card (BYO — any major Australian carrier)
  •         Insert the SIM card into the CM100GLTE module
  •         Connect the CM100GLTE to the dash cam via the supplied cable
  •         Power on — the dash cam will automatically detect the LTE module
  •         Configure BlackVue Cloud through the BlackVue app

Cost of Running CM100GLTE Cloud

The CM100GLTE module itself is a one-time purchase ($219). The ongoing cost is just the SIM card data plan you choose.

For typical dash cam cloud usage, most BlackVue Cloud users get by comfortably on a basic mobile data plan — typically a low-cost mobile data SIM with 5–20GB monthly is more than adequate.

Bring-your-own SIM means you have full control over your mobile plan and provider — no locked-in monthly subscription from BlackVue.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the BlackVue CM100GLTE worth it?

A: For drivers who park away from home regularly, who want real-time alerts and live remote view, who operate commercial or fleet vehicles, or who travel often — yes, it is genuinely transformative.

Q: Does the CM100GLTE work with all BlackVue dash cams?

A: It works with all current cloud-compatible BlackVue models including Elite 8, Elite 9, Elite 10, DR970X, and DR770X ranges. The exception is the DR970X-2CH LTE Plus II, which already has LTE built directly into the camera.

Q: Does the CM100GLTE have a monthly subscription?

A: No — the CM100GLTE itself is a one-time hardware purchase. Your only ongoing cost is the data plan on the SIM card you use.

Q: How does the CM100GLTE compare to the built-in LTE on the DR970X LTE Plus II?

A: Functionally similar — both provide always-on cloud connectivity via 4G. The built-in LTE is more integrated and slightly cleaner aesthetically. The CM100GLTE is more flexible (can be moved between compatible BlackVue cameras).

 

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