-=First Impressions=-
Nice and secure packaging to protect hardware from damage. It white… very white! Not liking that since cameras are NOT supposed to be seen or attention drawn to them. I am sure this can be fixed with some sort of skin… yep, already ordered some. Looking through the box you get two magnetic mounts and NO OUTDOOR MOUNTS. Disappointing… have to shell out more cash.
-=Build=- (7/10)
Everything is made of plastic. Bright white plastic. This is how these can be made affordably.
The cameras have a high gloss finish so they stand out anywhere you put them. The cameras feel light and cheap until you actually put the batteries in them… then they feel like solid cameras. The battery is built extremely well. There isn't any flex in the casing like you find in other cheap rechargeable battery packs. The mounts are plastic with a metal half sphere. I like these mounts for indoor use as they offer multiple angles and flexibility for aiming your cameras. However, these are NOT good for outdoor use since someone can just walk up and snatch your camera. To rectify this, Arlo has included a threaded mounting option for which they do NOT provide. You will need to shell out more money if you want to use these outdoors. Overall, I do not question if these will last. Above average build quality.
-=Setup=- (9/10)
These cameras were up and running in 10 minutes. If you can install an app on your phone or press a button you have all skills needed to make this work. Mounting where you want them takes the skill of creativity and planning to make sure you are getting the area you want most. All you do is give power to the base, plug the base into your router, and sync the cameras… that easy. The longest part was creating a login for Arlo which took all of 3 minutes. Out of the 10 minutes to get the cameras online, 3 of them you will be making an account unless you already have a Netgear account. If you want to use the Alexa skill, add another minute to setup because you have to link the skill to your Netgear account.
-=Things I Love=-
+Ease of Use/Setup - this is the fastest camera system I have ever setup. I have use ALL of the other competitors out there.
+Arlo App - this app is the best! I can monitor ALL my cameras live if I want to as if I am in front of a security room with screens for each camera. You can have 2way conversations through the app, make camera adjustments, and zoom all in app.
+Third Party Integration - the camera seamlessly integrates with Alexa. I love the ability to say Alexa, show me the backyard and I get a full screen (ON TV!) through my FireTV. It works with the Echo Show and Echo Spot well also. It also supports SmartThings, IFTTT, and Strinfigy too.
+Free 7 Day Cloud Storage - I don't know of any other company offering a free option for cloud recording. All the others I've tried you have to play at least $3/device. Arlo gives you up to 5 devices on a 7 day plan for free. WINNER!
+Battery Life - this battery is rated up to six months. This will all be contingent upon how much recording it does. I like the wired option for high traffic areas
+Zones - this allows you to only turn on motion for a certain part of the video feed. If you have a pesky tree near it this will trigger lots of motion
+Audio/Motion Triggers - this camera will turn on for sound or motion. Most cameras only will record if you have motion trigger them.
+Doubles as Unmonitored Security System - the Arlo system includes a siren that can be triggered automatically if you set the rules to do so. It offers geofencing so if you are away and it detects you are not in your home, you can set rules to sound a siren much like ADT systems with ear piercing decibels. This could make an intruder think you have an alarm and force them to leave.
+Secure Offsite Storage and Easy Downloads of Videos - if someone steals or disables your cameras, the recordings don't go with them. You have them stored online and easily accessible to upload or email to someone in the cloud.
+Ability to record to USB - you can have a thumb drive plugged into the hub and it can record there for you also. Options if you don't like the cloud for your privacy.
-=Things to be Improved=-
-Lack of Outdoor Mount - for the price of this system, you should include at least one outdoor mount instead of charging over $20 for one.
-Video Quality - you get 1080p but it is still very graining in low light situations. I don't get clear pictures at night but it isn't a wired system so I guess that is to be expected.
-Alexa Skill - it would be nice to be able to do other functions besides just showing the feed. Features like 2-way communication and maybe zooming in from the remote or voice commands would be great. Maybe asking battery levels/connection strength of the cameras as well would be useful too.
-High Gloss White Exterior - I would like to see other options rather than having a bright white camera as the only one. White is not a great color to conceal a camera and will attract attention of someone who wanted to steal the camera.
-=The Verdict=-
If you are looking at this, you probably are or have already researched the other names in the game. In my opinion, this is THE BEST system out there. If provides the most options and you can scale it to grow with you. I can foresee this becoming a security system much like Nest is trying to do. I like where this is going, and Netgear is definitely on the right track with providing value not found with its competitors. MUST BUY if you are in the market for wireless cloud recording security systems.
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Free and Secure Cloud Storage
The free Arlo Basic subscription plan lets you add up to 5 Arlo cameras and gives you access to recordings from the past 7 days*.
For more information on 7 days Free Cloud Recordings, please visit the official website.
Arlo Pro 2 | Add-on Security Camera
Add-on camera, Requires Arlo System with Base Station
- 100% Wire-Free
- 1080p HD
- Rechargeable
- Wire-Free or Plugged In
- Weather-Resistant
- 2-Way Audio
- Night Vision
- Free Cloud Recordings
- Local Backup Storage
- Works with Amazon Alexa
Unique Features of Arlo Pro 2
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1080p HD Resolution and Advanced Motion DetectionWatch and record crisp HD video in more detail than ever before. Wide-angle PIR motion sensors make sure no movement goes unnoticed. |
3-Second LookbackCapture activity 3 seconds before a triggered event so you’ll always know what happened, from start to finish. Available when plugged in and used indoors. |
Activity ZonesHighlight areas in your camera’s view where you want to receive motion and sound alerts. Available when plugged in and used indoors. |
Optional 24/7 CVRUpgrade to keep nonstop recordings in the cloud when the camera is plugged in and used indoors. |
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Wire-Free or Plugged In. Weather-ResistantKeep your camera charged by using the rechargeable battery, plugging it into a power outlet when indoors, or connecting it to the Arlo Solar Panel (sold separately). The choice is yours. Rain or shine, hot or cold, the IP65-certified Arlo Pro camera will brave it all. |
Smart SirenStop crime before it happens with over 100 decibel siren that can be controlled remotely, or when motion or sound is detected. |
2-Way AudioListen in and talk back through the built-in speaker and mic straight from your smartphone. |
Local Storage and Free Cloud RecordingsDon't pay for cloud storage that you don't need. Keep the past 7 days of motion and audio triggered recordings for free. Secure your recordings with an USB drive local backup storage option. |
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it is a good system, especially for those who don’t want wires ...
I bought this as a 5th camera. I’ve had the system for two weeks, including one week when we were on vacation. Overall, it is a good system, especially for those who don’t want wires or the added cost of installation. You can position and reposition cameras without worrying about re-wiring. I have all of my cameras pointed at potential entryways, and one mounted on a the A frame of a playground set. FYI, installation with PoE cameras for the same amount of cameras would have been about $400 more.The things I like about this system are: the responsive and easy to use app; the excellent image quality; and the so far good battery life. The app communicates well with the system regardless of my location and notifies me within a few seconds of being triggered. The quality is great in the day and at night with adequate lighting. I can easily recognize faces from about 10-15 feet away using the 2.0x digital zoom. It is much clearer than my 720p ring doorbell camera. The battery life seems pretty good- I have about on average 90% after two weeks with frequent checking of footage, about 10 times per day of a few seconds each time when I was on vacation.The things that need improvement are the night vision and the very sensitive motion detection. The night vision is bright—I don’t think I’m getting the same issue as reported by other Arlo pro 2 users—but the faces do seem blurry. However, when there is some light, like from a yard lamp, I can see faces very clearly from about 10 feet away. The second is the overly sensitive motion detection even after setting sensitivity to 5%. It is happening with one camera only, so it may just be defective. I’ll try swapping and seeing if it is specific to the one camera and post an update.Overall, if you’re looking for a high quality DIY camera—especially if you already have a decently lit yard—you should get it.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2017
The things I like about this system are: the responsive and easy to use app; the excellent image quality; and the so far good battery life. The app communicates well with the system regardless of my location and notifies me within a few seconds of being triggered. The quality is great in the day and at night with adequate lighting. I can easily recognize faces from about 10-15 feet away using the 2.0x digital zoom. It is much clearer than my 720p ring doorbell camera. The battery life seems pretty good- I have about on average 90% after two weeks with frequent checking of footage, about 10 times per day of a few seconds each time when I was on vacation.
The things that need improvement are the night vision and the very sensitive motion detection. The night vision is bright—I don’t think I’m getting the same issue as reported by other Arlo pro 2 users—but the faces do seem blurry. However, when there is some light, like from a yard lamp, I can see faces very clearly from about 10 feet away. The second is the overly sensitive motion detection even after setting sensitivity to 5%. It is happening with one camera only, so it may just be defective. I’ll try swapping and seeing if it is specific to the one camera and post an update.
Overall, if you’re looking for a high quality DIY camera—especially if you already have a decently lit yard—you should get it.
it is a good system, especially for those who don’t want wires ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2017
I bought this as a 5th camera. I’ve had the system for two weeks, including one week when we were on vacation. Overall, it is a good system, especially for those who don’t want wires or the added cost of installation. You can position and reposition cameras without worrying about re-wiring. I have all of my cameras pointed at potential entryways, and one mounted on a the A frame of a playground set. FYI, installation with PoE cameras for the same amount of cameras would have been about $400 more.Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2017
The things I like about this system are: the responsive and easy to use app; the excellent image quality; and the so far good battery life. The app communicates well with the system regardless of my location and notifies me within a few seconds of being triggered. The quality is great in the day and at night with adequate lighting. I can easily recognize faces from about 10-15 feet away using the 2.0x digital zoom. It is much clearer than my 720p ring doorbell camera. The battery life seems pretty good- I have about on average 90% after two weeks with frequent checking of footage, about 10 times per day of a few seconds each time when I was on vacation.
The things that need improvement are the night vision and the very sensitive motion detection. The night vision is bright—I don’t think I’m getting the same issue as reported by other Arlo pro 2 users—but the faces do seem blurry. However, when there is some light, like from a yard lamp, I can see faces very clearly from about 10 feet away. The second is the overly sensitive motion detection even after setting sensitivity to 5%. It is happening with one camera only, so it may just be defective. I’ll try swapping and seeing if it is specific to the one camera and post an update.
Overall, if you’re looking for a high quality DIY camera—especially if you already have a decently lit yard—you should get it.
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JAVIER SANTIAGO MARTINEZ
El producto es muy bueno, pero el que recibí llego dañado (lente rota)
Reviewed in Mexico on October 14, 2022
