Looking for a battery powered WiFi Arlo alternative.

domnik968 — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 08:10:32 GMT

I have 4 Arlo Pro 2 cameras. I have been extremely happy with my current setup but Arlo is now requiring a subscription for almost all of their features. It appears video recording and cloud storage is going away. I do have a USB plugged into my Base Station but I won't be able to view those recordings without pulling out the USB and plugging it into my computer. I loved being able to use the app and see when someone was on my property or if a package was delivered etc. Money is super tight for me and I don't want to pay for a subscription. I was happy with what I had.

What alternatives are out there? I'd like to try and keep a wireless setup. My current cameras all run off a battery and transmit the data over WiFi. I charge them every 2-3 months and that has worked well for me. I'd like to try and keep a similar setup. Where my cameras are located, there's a couple where it's very hard to run cables in the attic. That's why I went wireless when I got my current system. I know running a powered setup is the most optimal but I just don't think that's in the cards.

Some might say just pay the subscription, but I honestly don't want to give Arlo any more money. I totally understand if they made all new systems require a subscription (especially with higher resolution cameras), but taking away features from equipment after people have paid for it is a bait and switch.

Re: Looking for a battery powered WiFi Arlo alternative.

StephenB — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:15:14 GMT

@domnik968 wrote:

It appears video recording and cloud storage is going away.

It's not, though Arlo is becoming much less responsive any issues that surface with legacy cameras.

Are you having any issues now? Or is this more a concern about the future?

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