Rear backup cameras improve visibility while reversing, but snow, salt, mud, and road grime can quickly block the lens. Lens Lizard is a universal aftermarket backup camera cleaner that solves this problem. It offers a simple way to clear your camera without installing a full washer system.
You can install Lens Lizard on almost any vehicle with a reverse backup camera mounted above the license plate, including pickup trucks.
Inspired by Luxury Car Features
Some luxury vehicles from brands such as Volkswagen, Audi, Tesla, and Volvo include built-in backup camera washers. Lens Lizard brings a similar concept as an aftermarket solution that works with existing vehicles.
How It Works
The device mounts behind the license plate and uses a high-pressure fluid jet aimed directly at the backup camera. When the camera becomes blocked, the driver presses a wireless remote button from inside the vehicle.
The system sprays cleaning fluid onto the camera lens, clearing away snow, salt, mud, and grime in seconds.
Simple Five-Minute Installation
Lens Lizard is designed for quick installation using only a screwdriver. To install, you must remove your existing license plate, place the Lens Lizard unit on the existing screw holes, and then reinstall the license plate on top of the device.
After mounting, you need to adjust the nozzle to ensure it points directly at the backup camera. No complex wiring or permanent modifications are required.
Battery and Fluid System
The unit includes a removable battery and a fluid reservoir. Both components last for more than four months under normal use. You can recharge the battery and refill the fluid without removing the device from the vehicle.
The Story Behind the Invention
Lens Lizard was invented by Michael Klein after trying to solve his own issue with a dirty backup camera. His early prototype involved strapping a small windshield-washer system to his license plate, powered by a remote control and battery pack. That experiment eventually led to the development of the Lens Lizard product.
The planned retail price for Lens Lizard is $149. During its Kickstarter campaign, early bird pricing starts at $99.
Source: Lens Lizard, Kickstarter
