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The editors liked
Smart and elegant design
OK Google and Alexa compatibility
Ease of installation and setup
Integration with Arlo cameras and doorbells
Multifunction sensors
No contract monthly plans necessary
Easy to install
Portable (great for renters)
Reliability
Weatherproof
Approachable
Simple setup
Was up and running for us in under 5 minutes
Much better quality picture than its predecessor
Night Vision and Motion Detection is all in the base model cameras
Night vision
The ability to add on cameras in case you need more
Stylish HD cameras with magnetic mounting
Easy remote access of video and cameras
Promises to integrate with AllSeen-compatible smart-home products
Compact
Wireless design
Waterproof
Innovative magnetic wall mount
Intuitive mobile app
Arlo's 720p video works well whether it's resting on a table near your router or hidden in a tree hundreds of feet away
Completely wireless
Small form factor cameras. Easy to install. Good color and night vision video quality. Free cloud storage. Weatherproof.
Easy to install and manage
Integrates with all Arlo doorbells and cameras
Uses multifunction sensors
Works with IFTTT
Supports voice controls
No-contract professional monitoring
Wireless
Palm-sized cameras
Good image quality
Easy installation
Cloud support out of the box
Along with free cloud storage
Dedicated base station that doesn't mess with your existing WiFi network configuration
Easy to upgrade
You ca
The editors didn't like
The price is not lower than the competition's if you include the Cellular and Battery Backup accessory
Some features require a monthly subscription
Limited to base station's wireless range
Base station can't connect to home network wirelessly
No Internet
No Arlo
No API
No HA integration
Higher price than comparable higher quality cameras (though lower overall system cost)
The Camera to app lag is significant at 2.7 seconds lag
And the battery while outdoors issue could be problematic over the course of time
Currently only stores video on the Web
Cameras can't be used with other systems
No audio
Lengthy setup process
Limited ability to customize security modes
It doesn't have any audio capabilities and the battery life will vary a lot depending on usage
No audio recording. Lacks dynamic pan
Tilt
And zoom functions
Cellular and battery backup capabilities cost extra
No Z-Wave connectivity
Not compatible (for the moment) with popular NAS models
Application should be easier to use
The provided power brick for the base isn't a universal voltage one
Netgear should use rechargeable batteries instead (and
Why not
Provide a charger
Expensive
Relatively poor video quality and real time viewing
Published: 2023-10-18, Author: Charles , review by: geardiary.com
Smart and elegant design, OK Google and Alexa compatibility, Ease of installation and setup, Integration with Arlo cameras and doorbells, Multifunction sensors, No contract monthly plans necessary
The price is not lower than the competition's if you include the Cellular and Battery Backup accessory, Some features require a monthly subscription
Easy to install and manage, Integrates with all Arlo doorbells and cameras, Uses multifunction sensors, Works with IFTTT, Supports voice controls, No-contract professional monitoring
Cellular and battery backup capabilities cost extra, No Z-Wave connectivity
Abstract: Netgear today added a new device to its Arlo line of products -- the Netgear Arlo Outdoor Smart Home Security Light.Available in the US only starting in early 2018, Netgear is holding off on sharing pricing information until next year.Install the Arlo Out...
Expensive, relatively poor video quality and real time viewing, requires buying/replacing batteries
The Arlo is a relatively expensive outdoor camera that did not wow us in any of our tests. If you like the idea of a wireless outdoor camera, we would suggest looking at the Canary Flex...
Ultimately, Arlo Cameras are well built, easy to manage, and allow both insurance companies and property owners to save money. Though both parties benefit from the installation of security cameras, it should be noted that not all insurance policies will o...
The Netgear Arlo two camera security system retails for $300 (Amazon) at the time of this review. The base system with a single camera can be had for about $170 and each camera adds about $130 to the system. A single base station can support up to five ca...
Published: 2015-09-02, Author: Paul , review by: technabob.com
Abstract: NETGEAR's recent entry into the home security space is designed to make it easy to monitor and record your home or office remotely. Unlike other systems on the market, the Arlo is truly wireless. Other than connecting the base station to an outlet and you...
Abstract: Next I go to the app's library, where Arlo stores short clips of captured video. The most recent one has an 11am timestamp. I watch as my husband's feet walk into the bathroom and stand there for a minute. He pivots and places a bowl of dog food on the fl...
Published: 2015-05-29, Author: Jonathan , review by: trustednerd.com
Oh my gosh! Arlo is just fantastic! I just can't wait to see what improvements they make because the system is already fantastic. Totally recommend it!...
