Summary:
Arlo Cameras and Connection Options
Arlo cameras offer different connection options, including connecting directly to your Wi-Fi router or using an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station. The Arlo Essential camera does not require a hub and can be connected directly to Wi-Fi. However, the Arlo Ultra 2 can only connect to its base station and not directly to your home Wi-Fi. The need for a hub or base station is optional for some Arlo cameras, such as the Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera and Arlo Essential Indoor Camera. All Arlo cameras require a high-speed Internet connection.
The benefits of using a hub are that it creates a closed Wi-Fi system for your Arlo cameras and offers additional features like 5 GHz connectivity.
Key Points:
- Arlo cameras can connect directly to Wi-Fi or use a hub/base station.
- The Arlo Essential camera does not require a hub and can connect directly to Wi-Fi.
- The Arlo Ultra 2 requires a base station and does not connect directly to Wi-Fi.
- The Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera can connect directly to your home router without a hub.
- The Arlo Essential Indoor Camera can connect directly to your home router without a hub.
- All Arlo cameras require a high-speed Internet connection, but the bandwidth usage varies between models.
- The Arlo Pro 4 can connect directly to your Wi-Fi router without a hub.
- Arlo cameras are known for their high cost and the need for a subscription for certain features.
- Continuous video recording requires cameras to be connected to an AC power supply.
- The Arlo Ultra 2 does require a hub, specifically the Arlo SmartHub.
Questions:
1. Does Arlo connect directly to WiFi?
When first setting up an Arlo camera, you have the option to connect it directly to your Wi-Fi router.
2. Which Arlo cameras do not need a hub?
The Arlo Essential camera does not require a hub and can connect directly to Wi-Fi.
3. Can you connect Arlo Ultra 2 directly to WiFi?
No, the Arlo Ultra 2 requires a base station and cannot connect directly to your home Wi-Fi.
4. Can I use an Arlo camera without a base station?
Yes, some Arlo cameras like the Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera and Arlo Essential Indoor Camera can connect directly to your home router without a base station.
5. Can Arlo Pro 2 work without a base station?
Yes, the Arlo Pro 2 can connect directly to your home router without a base station.
6. Do all Arlo cameras need WiFi?
Yes, all Arlo cameras require a high-speed internet connection, but the bandwidth usage differs.
7. Can you use Arlo without a SmartHub?
Yes, certain Arlo cameras like the Arlo Pro 4 can connect directly to your WiFi router without a SmartHub.
8. What are the drawbacks of Arlo cameras?
Arlo cameras are expensive, require a subscription for certain features, and continuous video recording needs cameras to be connected to an AC power supply.
9. Can I use Arlo Ultra 2 without a hub?
No, the Arlo Ultra 2 requires an Arlo SmartHub.
10. Can I use other cameras with Arlo’s SmartHub?
No, Arlo’s SmartHub is specifically designed for Arlo cameras and cannot be used with other cameras.
Does Arlo connect directly to WiFi
When you first set up your Arlo camera, you have the option to connect the camera directly to your Wi-Fi router or to an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station. You can use the Arlo Secure App to connect directly to your Wi-Fi router.
Which Arlo cameras do not need a hub
The Arlo Essential is the entry-level device from Arlo, offering 1080p video capture, 2-way audio, IR for night vision as well as an LED floodlight. There's an integrated siren. It can be a standalone camera, as it will connect directly to your Wi-Fi with no hub required.
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Can you connect Arlo Ultra 2 directly to WiFi
The Ultra 2 can only connect to a base station (using a closed wifi system) – it never connects to your home wifi. The camera itself can connect to the base using 5 Ghz – but the only base that supports 5 Ghz is the VMB5000 smarthub.
Can I use Arlo camera 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 Arlo Pro 2 work without base station
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect your Arlo Essential Indoor Camera directly to your home router.
Do all Arlo cameras need WiFi
All Arlo cameras require a high-speed Internet connection, but each Arlo camera uses a different amount of bandwidth. Bandwidth use is measured on a per-camera basis.
Can you use Arlo without SmartHub
An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect Arlo Pro 4 directly to your WiFi router.
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.)
Can I use Arlo Ultra 2 without hub
Does the Arlo Ultra 2 require a hub Yes, the Arlo Ultra 2 requires an Arlo SmartHub to work. The SmartHub connects to your internet network and then the Ultra 2 cameras sync with the SmartHub. The Arlo SmartHub also enables local storage.
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.
How do I connect my Arlo camera to WiFi instead of base station
From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a SmartHub or base station, tap or click Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera or doorbell directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
Can Arlo Pro 3 connect directly to WiFi
Note: The Arlo Video Doorbell, Pro 3 Floodlight Camera, Q, Q Plus, and Baby can connect directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
How do I Connect my Arlo camera to WiFi without base station
From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a SmartHub or base station, tap or click Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera or doorbell directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
How many Arlo cameras can I Connect without a base station
On the Arlo app
If your cameras are not connected to a SmartHub or base station, or if you have multiple SmartHubs or base stations, you can stream up to 15 cameras with an Arlo Smart Elite plan.
Can you connect Arlo without Ethernet
You can use the Arlo Secure App to connect directly to your Wi-Fi router.
Can you use Arlo Pro 2 without Internet
All Arlo cameras require a high-speed Internet connection, but each Arlo camera uses a different amount of bandwidth. Bandwidth use is measured on a per-camera basis.
How do I connect my Arlo camera to WiFi without base station
From the Devices screen, tap or click Add New Device, and select your camera. If Arlo detects a SmartHub or base station, tap or click Connect without SmartHub or Connect without a Base Station. Follow the in-app instructions to connect your camera or doorbell directly to a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
Which Arlo cameras don t require a subscription
No subscription
Arlo Ultra, Pro 3, and Video Doorbell come with a free Arlo Smart trial.
What is the lifespan of an Arlo camera
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The end-of-life (EOL) policy details how Arlo hardware devices typically will stop receiving support just four years on from when the product was last manufactured at volume.
Do all Arlo cameras require a hub
You need a base station to connect Arlo Wire-Free and Arlo Pro Wire-Free cameras. You don't need a base station to connect Arlo Q and Arlo Q Plus cameras. They connect directly to your Wi-Fi router.
Can you use Arlo Pro 4 without hub
Do I need an Arlo SmartHub or base station to use Arlo Pro 4 No. An Arlo SmartHub or base station is optional. You can connect Arlo Pro 4 directly to your WiFi router.
Can I use the Arlo Ultra 2 camera without a base station
Does the Arlo Ultra 2 require a hub Yes, the Arlo Ultra 2 requires an Arlo SmartHub to work. The SmartHub connects to your internet network and then the Ultra 2 cameras sync with the SmartHub. The Arlo SmartHub also enables local storage.
How many Arlo cameras can I connect without a base station
On the Arlo app
If your cameras are not connected to a SmartHub or base station, or if you have multiple SmartHubs or base stations, you can stream up to 15 cameras with an Arlo Smart Elite plan.
Does Arlo Pro 3 require Internet
Your Arlo system requires the following:
A high-speed Internet connection to sustain the following average bandwidth use per camera: Arlo Ultra Series: 3 Mbps upload per camera. Arlo Pro Series (Pro 3 and newer) and Essential Video Doorbells: 2 Mbps upload per camera.
Why does Arlo need a base station
The primary benefit of using an optional base station with an Essential camera or doorbell is the ability to save audio and video locally. While all Arlo video recordings can be stored in the cloud, you can use a base station to store your recorded video as a second location.
