topic Arlo Essentials batteries in Arlo Essential Security Camera 3rd Gen

Arlo Essentials batteries

Seba_Aldunate — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:15:40 GMT

Hi everyone!
Some time ago I bought 6 Arlo cameras that use external CR123A batteries. The problem is that I never imagined how expensive those batteries are, so I bought rechargeable ones from AliExpress, but they don’t last at all.

What do you recommend? Is there any good-quality rechargeable battery from a reputable brand? I’ve had the cameras sitting unused for about two years now because continuing to buy AliExpress batteries is just not viable.

Thanks in advance!

Re: Arlo Essentials batteries

StephenB — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:01:27 GMT

@Seba_Aldunate wrote:

Hi everyone!
Some time ago I bought 6 Arlo cameras that use external CR123A batteries. The problem is that I never imagined how expensive those batteries are, so I bought rechargeable ones from AliExpress, but they don’t last at all.

What do you recommend? Is there any good-quality rechargeable battery from a reputable brand? I’ve had the cameras sitting unused for about two years now because continuing to buy AliExpress batteries is just not viable.

Tenergy rechargable batteries were certified by Arlo for your cameras some years back.

https://power.tenergy.com/premium-rechargeable-batteries-for-arlo

Re: Arlo Essentials batteries

Seba_Aldunate — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:23:56 GMT

Thanks a lot Stephen!