topic Re: Camera Choice in Arlo Essential Wire-Free Cameras

Camera Choice

RizXperia — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 17:05:26 GMT

Hi there ,

I am looking at moving away from Outdoor Nest Cam as it’s such a poor quality camera.

I’m not familiar with Arlo so all help much appreciated.

There are so many models to the outdoor Arlo & I’ve been told it does not need plugged in either , all wireless with a battery ?

Re: Camera Choice

jguerdat — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 22:20:50 GMT

Most Arlo cameras are battery-operated. Those that require AC power are for indoor use only.

You can use arlo.com to select and compare cameras to see what you want/need as well as to compare price. The lowest cost ones are the Essentials followed by the Pro 3 and 4 and then the Ultras. SOme cameras can connect directly to your WiFi (Pro 4 and Essentials) but I tend to suggest a system that includes a SmartHub since connection problems seem much less than those connected directly to WiFi. All of these will require a subscription for cloud recordings once the 3 month trial subscription for each camera runs out.

Re: Camera Choice

ShayneS — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:39:34 GMT

Hey @RizXperia

Hopefully we can bring you over to the Arlo family : )

Let us know if you have any further questions and We will be happy to assist.