Is Activity Zones for Arlo Pro 2 free or not?

[Terry_S]

Howdy, I have read conflicting reports about activity zones and cost. Some state activity zones are free with the Pro 2 and basic plan. Some state you need to purchase a monthly plan, and you can setup 3 activity zones per camera. Blink XT has free activity zones, but no local storage. I would really like to know are activity zones free or not before I buy. Thanks for your time -terry

[jguerdat]

Zones are available for free on the Pro 2 as long as it's AC-powered. Battery-powered cameras require the Smart paid subscription.

[Terry_S]

Does using Arlo solar panels count as "AC powered"?

[jguerdat]

No. The solar panels are only trickle chargers to keep the battery topped off. Cloudy days and night would be a problem anyways.

[Terry_S]

The feature exists at a technical level when on battery.  However it is only enabled when paying a monthly fee, correct?

[jguerdat]

Correct.