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VMB4000 Compatibility Question

Maxnel — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 17:21:22 GMT

I have a VMB4000 - I found the compatibility list, and of all the cameras, the Arlo Essential ($49) and Pro 5Sk ($119 on sale) are the ones I can afford. I would prefer the Arlo Pro5SK. However, the VMB400 only lists the Arlo Pro 5S, not the Arlo Pro5SK. Will the Arlo Pro5SK be compatible?

Re: VMB4000 Compatibility Question

StephenB — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 17:52:14 GMT

@Maxnel wrote:

I have a VMB4000 - I found the compatibility list, and of all the cameras, the Arlo Essential ($49) and Pro 5Sk ($119 on sale) are the ones I can afford. I would prefer the Arlo Pro5SK. However, the VMB400 only lists the Arlo Pro 5S, not the Arlo Pro5SK. Will the Arlo Pro5SK be compatible?

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There is no "Pro 5Sk" - are you sure you don't mean "Pro 5S 2K"? The 2K just refers to the resolution, it is not part of the camera name. But to remove any doubt, it is compatible with the VMB4000 base.

If you change your mind, be careful on the Essential model. The Gen 2 Essential cameras are not compatible with any base station yet. The original Essentials are compatible, but getting hard to find.

BTW

Both cameras can be connected to your home wifi network w/o a base.
You will need a subscription to get cloud recordings with any currently sold Arlo camera. Arlo stopped offering the free 7-day storage you likely have now back in 2018.

Re: VMB4000 Compatibility Question

Maxnel — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 18:31:35 GMT

Hello StephenB! Happy Fourth! Thank you for your help-I appreciate it. I got the Pro 5S from the Base compatibility list, and accidentally added the "k". Typo on my part. I will look at the Pro 5S 2K and make a purchase. Thanks again.