Summary
Arlo is a smart home security system that allows users to monitor their property through cameras. Here are the key points about Arlo:
- Arlo Smart plan only supports up to five cameras.
- If you want to add more than five cameras, you need to purchase a single-camera plan for each additional camera.
- If you don’t have an Arlo Smart subscription, Arlo supports up to five cameras.
- You can run multiple Arlo bases on the same account, but the free plan has a limitation of five cameras per account.
- Arlo Pro 3 can stream up to five cameras simultaneously, but the base station can support up to 15 cameras.
- Arlo cameras can still work without a subscription and perform basic functions such as live streaming, motion detection, and recording.
- Advanced features like cloud storage, emergency call services, and AI-enabled detection require a subscription plan.
- Place Arlo cameras at least 10 feet away from the SmartHub or base station, and allow at least 6.5 feet between cameras to prevent Wi-Fi interference.
- Without an Arlo Secure plan or trial, you won’t have access to features like Activity Zones, Cloud Recording, Smart Notifications, and Alarm Detection.
- Arlo cameras can still record without a subscription, but certain advanced features will be unavailable.
Questions and Answers
- Can I add more than 5 cameras to Arlo?
- How many cameras can Arlo support without an Arlo Smart subscription?
- Can I run 2 Arlo base stations?
- How many cameras can I hook up to Arlo Pro 3?
- Can I still use Arlo without a subscription?
- How far apart should Arlo cameras be?
- What happens if I don’t subscribe to Arlo?
- Does Arlo still record without a subscription?
No, you can only have one multi-camera plan. If you would like to add more than five cameras to your plan, you must purchase a single-camera plan for each additional camera.
If you don’t have an Arlo Smart subscription, Arlo supports up to five cameras.
Yes, you can run multiple bases on the same account with no problem. The limitation for the free plan is a total of five cameras per account. If you go over 5 cameras with the new system, you can use a second account with a second email address to set up the new system.
You can stream simultaneously up to five cameras. However, the maximum amount the Arlo base station can support is up to 15 cameras.
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.
Place your Arlo cameras at least 10 feet away from the SmartHub or base station, and allow at least 6.5 feet between cameras. Follow these guidelines to prevent Wi-Fi signals between the devices from interfering with each other.
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.
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.
Can you add more than 5 cameras to Arlo
Can I purchase more than one multi-camera Arlo Smart plan No, you can only have one multi-camera plan. If you would like to add more than five cameras to your plan, you must purchase a single-camera plan for each additional camera.
How many cameras can you have on Arlo without subscription
How many cameras does Arlo support if I don't have an Arlo Smart subscription If you don't have an Arlo Smart subscription, Arlo supports five cameras.
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Can I run 2 Arlo base stations
Yes, you can run multiple bases on the same account with no problem. The limitation for the free plan is a total of 5 cameras per account. If you'll go over 5 cameras with the new system, you can use a second account with a second email address to set up the new system.
How many cameras can you hook up to Arlo Pro 3
A: You can stream simultaneously up to five cameras. However, the maximum amount the Arlo base station can support is up to 15 cameras.
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Can I still use Arlo 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.
How far apart should Arlo cameras be
Place your Arlo cameras at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the SmartHub or base station, and allow at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) between cameras. Follow these guidelines to prevent WiFi signals between the devices from interfering with each other.
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
Does Arlo still record 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.
How do I add another Arlo camera to my base station
Can I add an additional Arlo device to my existing Arlo camera orLaunch the Arlo app or log in to your Arlo account at my.arlo.com.Tap or click Add New Device.Select the new device that you are adding from the list of devices.Follow the on-screen instructions to add your new Arlo device to your system.
How far can Arlo be from base station
300 feet
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.
Can Arlo Pro 3 and 4 work together
Generally, yes. But there are a couple of differences if you connect the Pro 4 to your home wifi: Local storage is not available in any form. the Pro 4 has it's own mode, so it cannot be crosstriggered (used to trigger a recording on another camera, or be triggered by motion on another camera).
What is the point of the Arlo SmartHub
The Arlo SmartHub or base station helps to protect your footage by adding a secure, personal network to your router. The SmartHub or base station also helps to regulate WiFi traffic, can improve battery life, and comes with local storage (USB devices are sold separately).
Does Arlo require a monthly fee
Arlo Secure (Single Camera) costs $2.99 a month. Arlo Secure (Unlimited Cameras) costs $9.99 a month.
What do I lose without Arlo subscription
*Auto Zoom & Tracking and Local Storage Recording are not available for all Arlo devices. 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.
How far should the Arlo base be from the router
Minimum. Place your Arlo cameras at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the SmartHub or Base Station, and allow at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) between cameras. Follow these guidelines to prevent Wi-Fi signals between the devices from interfering with each other.
How do I increase my Arlo range
Once you've installed your chosen range extension device connect your Arlo base station with an Ethernet. Cable. If you're moving a pre-configured base station no additional setup will be needed.
Is an Arlo subscription worth it
Should you sign up for Arlo Secure Most homeowners will find a standard Arlo Secure plan to be a worthwhile investment. Without a plan, you won't be able to store your video history in the cloud and will only receive the most basic of notifications.
Is there a monthly fee for Arlo
No, you're not required to sign up for a monthly subscription plan with Arlo. But if you want to expand your coverage, the Arlo Smart plan is $2.99 per month (a three-month free trial is included with purchase), the Premier plan is $9.99 per month, and the Elite plan costs $14.99 per month.
Can you add Arlo Pro 4 camera to Arlo base station
Arlo Wire-Free and Arlo Pro cameras and base stations are completely compatible with one another. In most cases, you can install your new Arlo Pro system without making any changes to your existing Arlo Wire-Free system.
Can I upgrade my Arlo base station
Select your SmartHub or Base Station. Tap or click Device Info > Firmware > Update. WARNING: Do not turn off your SmartHub or Base Station while the firmware update is in progress. Wait for the Arlo SmartHub or Base Station firmware update to complete.
Is it better to connect Arlo to WiFi or hub
Arlo recommends using the hub if you have one (for one thing, you need it to access local storage), but it's not required.
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.
How many Arlo Pro 4 cameras can I have
On the Arlo web client, you can stream simultaneously from a maximum of five Arlo cameras that are connected to a single SmartHub or base station. To start streaming a sixth camera, you must pause one of the active streams.
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.
Is it better to connect Arlo to Wi-Fi or hub
Arlo recommends using the hub if you have one (for one thing, you need it to access local storage), but it's not required.
