Can I connect the Arlo essential camera to a base station and get the 7 day free video recording?

[Thejerm]

Can I connect the Arlo essential camera to a base station and get the 7 day free video recording?

[StephenB · Accepted solution]

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@Thejerm wrote:
Can I connect the Arlo essential camera to a base station 

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Yes, if it is a VMB4000 or later. https://kb.arlo.com/000062284/Arlo-SmartHub-and-Base-Station-Compatibility

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@Thejerm wrote:
... and get the 7 day free video recording?

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No.  The 7-day recording is only available on older cameras.  All the newer ones (starting with the Ultra in 2018) require a subscription for cloud storage.  It doesn't matter if they are connected to a base or to your home wifi.