Arlo security camera

Anyone have an Arlo system? I have researched several brands and finally went and talked to our cable company today. We have a security system thru them but no cameras. The guy working there actually recommended Arlo over their own camera.

 

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You got a thief in the neighborhood too?

 

I had the arlo used it for 4 months when I first got it one camera had pink hue on it so I called CS they are all from india, but number is cali. they are worthless the CS. I did get a replacement and it was good. so I had it off for last 4th month and one camera was crapped out don't know what was wrong with it but didn't work not even hard reset etc. so I just returned it to Costco. I head the HD version of arlo is better. but I don't know I might end up going back to them but we will see. the ring is good from what I heard but u gotta pay for subscription for cloud. nest I don't like because u gotta plug it in to a socket. and more expensive. all in all I would say either ring or arlo.

 

Not that I am aware of.....

 

I had got it because I was tired of people not cleaning up their dog shit

 

Been using Arlo for almost a year now. I just have the regular 2pk camera. It basically records 10 seconds of video to the cloud whenever it detects movement. The battery is lithium and can last anywhere from 4-8 months depending on how often the camera detects movement and record. On average, the camera I have up front detects movement about 2-3 times a day vs 2-3 times a week over the camera I have in the backyard. Front camera battery last about 4 months while the rear lasted 8 months. The camera have a wide angle view and cannot zoom in. There is a zoom option but just digital and not optical. If you put the camera above 8-9 feet, then it can have issues picking up motion. Video feed is decent during daytime but night time can get a bit muddy even though it has night vision. There is no audio. The cloud saves the video for 7 days and the phone app instantly notifies you if motion is detected. Installation is a snap as it's wire free and I paid about $175 from Costco.

There is a new model out which is the Arlo Pro and it has rechargeable batteries, a siren, and 2 way audio which are nice features. It also has the option of being wire free or direct plug in. I've seen these sold at Costco and it's a 3 pk and goes as cheap as $450 when on sale.

We do have a security system in place and the Arlo is just an addition. The installer also recommended the Arlo cameras as well.

Additional cameras can be added as well to both system. I like that it records the videos to the cloud so no need for a drive and it's accessible all the time. Wire free system so easy to put up anywhere and does not depend on a direct power source.

Our house has vaulted ceilings and if there was a attic crawl space, I probably would have given a wired set up a try.

 

A security system expert friend of mine suggested Amcrest brand for me. CS is good and the system/cameras are available through Amazon.

 

Do you know if they have two way audio or an alert siren?

 

Some cameras have two way audio and there's a two wire connection for an alarm system. I run one of their DVRs and have a few cameras running off of it. There's an app to alert me on my phone if movement is observed in a predefined zone. Only thing that isn't top notch with them is the Amrest iCloud app. Don't bother as it doesn't play nice with the Amcrest app. Set up is a breeze with a smart phone. Just take a photo of the bar code and follow a few prompts. More detailed set up can be done through a computer that is on the same wifi as the camera or DVR.

 

In my experience they are a little spendy, but probably fair considering ease of use and accessibility.

I’ve had decent luck with them. Get rechargeable batteries though, for sure

 

I got the Arlo 2k with three cameras and have been pleased. Night vision is pretty good!!

 

I use a combination of a few different cameras.

The Sengled Snap:
https://us.sengled.com/products/snap

And the Kuna Maximus Smart Security Light.
https://getkuna.com/products/smart-security-light

Both have apps that support a live streaming, wire into existing fixtures, offer recording via the cloud and have many other features.

 

So how did that work out for ya? I have the same issue here....

 

meh..... since I had the arlo basic which was the model before the pro it was going off like crazy since the kids were running around. had them off for like 2 months and turned it back on and one went dead. battery was full but no picture. just returned back to Costco. I head the arlo pro is way better haven't had the funds to get them yet but eventually I will also cant beat 7 days of free cloud. the answer to your question didn't catch shiet

 

Try Blink.

Blinkforhome.com

Not perfect but better than arlo.

 

Just ordered a Reolink Argus 2 from NewEgg on sale for $99

Wire free, rechargable, solar charge option, local 64GB storage, 1080HD and night vision, weatherproof, WiFi, free remote mobile app

Simple and compact.

 

How do you like it so far? I've seen the youtube reviews comparison between Arlo and these has better image.

 

I have nothing to compare too, but it meets/exceeds my expectations. I bought it in prep for moving from a SFH to a condo, so I did not make a permenant mount yet. It would work even better if I positioned it differently.

Other units may be better suited for different goals, but as I said, this works great for me. I suspect I may use one in the garage in my condo too, assuming I can pick up my network from the condo there.

 

Majority of the wireless cloud system is a pos. Go for a NVR/DVR system. Swan is my preferred system when installing for clients.