What is the difference between the different Arlo cameras
The two main differences between the three Arlo Essential wire-free cameras are the battery life and built-in light. Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera has one year of battery life, while both the Essential Spotlight and Essential Camera have six months.
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What are the different versions of Arlo Pro cameras
The older Arlo Ultra, Pro 3, Pro 2, Pro and original Arlo cameras all need an Arlo hub to connect to, but in more recent models the Ultra 2, Pro 4, Pro 5/5S, Arlo Essential and Arlo Essential Indoor they connect directly to Wi-Fi giving you more flexibility.
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What is the difference between the Arlo and Arlo Pro camera
Arlo Pro offers the same features as the Arlo basic camera with the biggest difference being the 1080p resolution. The Pro also allows for both CVR and the use of Activity Zones. Activity Zones allow you to target certain high traffic areas within one location.
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How many Arlo cameras are there
You can stream up to a theoretical maximum of 15 Arlo cameras at the same time, but this is dependent on your system set up and your Arlo Smart plan.
What are the drawbacks of Arlo cameras
On the downside, Arlo's cameras are among the most expensive in our rating. You also need to pay for the subscription service if you want any of the smart detection features, and 24/7 continuous video recording costs even more. (Continuous recording requires cameras to be connected to an AC power supply.)
Which is better Arlo Pro 3 or 4
Arlo Pro 4 offers all the same features and more installation flexibility than Arlo Pro 3. You can connect your Arlo Pro 4 camera directly to a Wi-Fi router, an Arlo SmartHub, or an Arlo Base Station, whereas the Arlo Pro 3 camera can only be connected to an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station.
What is difference between Arlo Pro and Pro 2 camera
While Arlo Pro will only begin recording once it senses motion, Arlo Pro 2 with CVR is constantly recording, ensuring that you don't miss any moment. CVR is an optional feature that costs $10 per month per camera, and it requires your camera to be plugged into AC power.
Is Arlo Pro 3 or 4 better
Arlo Pro 4 offers all the same features and more installation flexibility than Arlo Pro 3. You can connect your Arlo Pro 4 camera directly to a WiFi router, an Arlo SmartHub, or an Arlo base station, whereas the Arlo Pro 3 camera can only be connected to an Arlo SmartHub or base station.
Which Arlo camera has the longest range
How far away can my Arlo camera detect motionArlo Q and Arlo Q Plus cameras can detect motion from up to 50 feet away.Arlo Wire-Free cameras can detect motion from up to 15 feet away.Arlo Pro Wire-Free and Arlo Go cameras can detect motion from up to 23 feet away.
Which Arlo cameras don t require a subscription
No subscription
Arlo Ultra, Pro 3, and Video Doorbell come with a free Arlo Smart trial.
Is there a monthly fee with Arlo
Arlo Secure (Single Camera) costs $2.99 a month. Arlo Secure (Unlimited Cameras) costs $9.99 a month.
Do Arlo cameras work if the WiFi is off
The Arlo Go Mobile Security Camera is ideal for security monitoring when traveling or in areas with limited or no WiFi access. Arlo Go works wherever there is 3G/4G LTE wireless connections.
Do Arlo Pro 4 cameras require a subscription
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No, the Arlo Pro 4 doesn't require a subscription. However, if you want to enjoy advanced features, you'll have to avail yourself of one of the Arlo Secure plans.
Does Arlo Pro 4 need WiFi
You can connect Arlo Pro 4 directly to your WiFi router. What are the benefits of connecting my Arlo Pro 4 to a SmartHub or base station The Arlo SmartHub or base station helps to protect your footage by adding a secure, personal network to your router.
Is Arlo Pro 4 better than Pro 3
Arlo Pro 4 offers all the same features and more installation flexibility than Arlo Pro 3. You can connect your Arlo Pro 4 camera directly to a Wi-Fi router, an Arlo SmartHub, or an Arlo Base Station, whereas the Arlo Pro 3 camera can only be connected to an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station.
Does Arlo Pro 2 have a monthly fee
Yes, there is a monthly subscription fee for Arlo. It starts at $4.99 for the basic Secure Plan for a single camera and up to $24.99 for the Safe & Secure Pro that supports unlimited cameras.
Can I use Arlo 4 without subscription
Yes, live streaming, audio notifications, and motion notifications all work without an Arlo Secure Plan subscription. The subscription's paid features include video storage, activity zones, emergency response, and smart notifications (person, animal, vehicle, package, and smoke alarm detection).
How far can Arlo cameras be from Wi-Fi
You can place your Arlo camera a maximum of 300 feet (90 meters) from the SmartHub or base station. The maximum line-of-sight range of 300 feet is reduced by each wall, ceiling, or other major obstruction between the camera and base station.
What happens if I don’t subscribe to Arlo
Note: Without an Arlo Secure plan or trial you will not have access to features such as Activity Zones, Cloud Recording, Smart Notifications, Alarm Detection, etc. For more information, visit: What are the available Arlo subscription plans and how much cloud recording is available
Can Arlo record continuously without subscription
Yes, Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording. However, some advanced features, including cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection features, are only available with a subscription plan.
Did Arlo get rid of their free plan
The end-of-life policy was due to go into effect January 1st, 2023, and removed a big selling point — seven-day free cloud storage — for many Arlo cams.
Does Arlo work without Internet
The Arlo Go Mobile Security Camera is ideal for security monitoring when traveling or in areas with limited or no WiFi access. Arlo Go works wherever there is 3G/4G LTE wireless connections.
What happens to Arlo cameras if the power goes out
Whether you go with the standard Arlo, Arlo Pro, or Arlo Pro 2, you can't go wrong. These cameras are battery powered and you don't have to worry about them going out when the power goes down. You can even pick up extra batteries for your Arlo cameras should you experience extended power outages.
Do Arlo cameras work without base station
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera directly to your home router. This requires a high-speed 2.4GHz WiFi network.
Can I still use Arlo without subscription
You can also choose not to have a service plan. Without a service plan, your Arlo device will continue to have the following features: Live Streaming. Push Notifications.
