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Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera - Wireless Security, 1080p Video, Color Night Vision, 2 Way Audio, White - VMC2030,1 Count (Pack of 1)

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Brand Arlo
Model Name Arlo Essential Spotlight
Connectivity Technology Wireless
Special Feature HD Resolution, Motion detection, Night Vision

About this item

  • Capture clear details in full high definition - Arlo's Essential security camera records video in 1080p for a clear picture and see more of your property thanks to the wide 130º viewing angle.
  • Coverage from every corner - Fast, wireless setup, the Essential Spotlight surveillance & security cameras deliver increased installation flexibility to get the perfect camera view
  • See more at night - See important features like faces or license plates in full color, at night, with color night vision to make these outdoor security cameras the perfect cameras for home security
  • Smarter alerts, quicker action - With an Arlo Secure plan, receive smarter notifications for people, vehicles, packages, and animals so you can react quickly, right from your phone’s lock screen.
  • Respond quickly - Hear and speak to visitors at your with clear, two-way audio and can be easily used as a baby monitor with camera and audio, nanny cam, and pet camera
  • 100% wireless design - Simplify your home security system by utilizing Arlo's wifi camera capability to connect directly to your Wi-Fi for fast, wire-free installation with no hub required
  • Weather-resistant outdoor camera for year-round security - The wireless camera is certified and tested to withstand the toughest conditions in heat, cold, rain, or sun

Customer ratings by feature

Easy to install
4.7 4.7
Sheerness
4.3 4.3
Motion detection
4.2 4.2
Night vision
4.1 4.1

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Price$249.99$99.99-17% $39.99
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Get it as soon as Sunday, Mar 24
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Customer Ratings
Night vision
4.1
3.9
4.1
4.6
4.3
4.1
Picture quality
4.1
3.8
3.9
4.6
4.2
4.2
Motion detection
4.2
4.0
4.5
4.4
4.1
Easy to install
4.7
3.6
4.0
4.5
Tech Support
3.7
2.7
4.0
3.7
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1080p
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Wi-Fi
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viewing angle
130 degrees
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Protection for every home and family. The perfect outdoor cameras for home security that capture the details in full 1080p HD video for a clearer picture, day or night. You can connect the Essential outdoor wireless security video camera directly to Wi-Fi without the clutter of extra gear and charge it easily by connecting the power cable to the camera. The Arlo Essential surveillance camera is wireless and weather-resistant to deliver fast, easy installation with the flexibility to get the perfect camera view, making it the ideal front door camera. With the integrated spotlight, see important features like faces and licenses plates in full color even at night with color night vision. Ward off unwanted guests by triggering the siren or integrated spotlight, automatically or manually, from the Arlo App. With a trial of Arlo's Secure plan included, receive notifications for people, vehicles, animals, and packages and take quicker action like sound the siren, call a friend, or dial emergency services.

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Wattage

5 watts

Bulb Voltage

5 volts

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Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
9,326 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, image quality, and ease of installation of the security camera. For example, they mention it's perfect for what it does, has good picture quality, it'd be easy to set up and install, and it has clear images and sound. That said, some complain about the performance and video quality. For instance, they say it stops working and stops recording videos.

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765 customers mention647 positive118 negative

Customers generally like the quality of the security camera. They say it's a great camera overall, perfect for what it does, and works well at night. Some say the motion detection is great and well worth the price. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...With its impressive features, including 1080p video quality, color night vision, and two-way audio, it offers a comprehensive and reliable solution..." Read more

"...I highly recommend the Arlo Security Camera to anyone in search of a reliable and top-notch security solution for their home or property." Read more

"...TLDR: Camera is awesome, a little tedious to setup, but their app is awful, their account management is horrendous, and essentially without any of..." Read more

"...The spotlight that comes with the camera is a very handy feature." Read more

526 customers mention452 positive74 negative

Customers find the installation process of the security camera to be relatively easy. They mention that it is relatively easy to set up and install, as well as easy to connect.

"...various smart home systems and voice assistants, making it easy to integrate them into your existing smart home setup...." Read more

"...can last for almost a month, making it incredibly convenient and hassle-free...." Read more

"...Well guess what, they are extremely easy to set up, and they work half the time. sounds like a software issue to me...." Read more

"...It was really easy to set up, good video, able to identify people and animals from other movement, and notifies me with emails and on the phone..." Read more

433 customers mention389 positive44 negative

Customers like the image quality of the security camera. They mention that it has good picture quality, excellent video quality, color night vision, motion detection, and two-way audio. Some mention that the day time images are good and the night vision is excellent. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality of this camera.

"...Its exceptional video quality, color night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and built-in spotlight make it a powerful and versatile security..." Read more

"...Whether it's daytime or nighttime, the camera delivers sharp and clear images, allowing you to easily identify any person or activity around your..." Read more

"...After finally getting it setup, the picture was great, night vision was not perfect, but good enough to see use, my garage bumps up against a minor..." Read more

"...Excellent nighttime image quality. The spotlight that comes with the camera is a very handy feature." Read more

245 customers mention165 positive80 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the security camera. Some mention that it's worth the price, while others say that it is not worth the money, the subscription is reasonable at $3 a month, and a necessity to get.

"...Bottom line, for the sale price, this camera is worth the dollars. I also bought a solar panel for it from other brand...." Read more

"...Now moving the camera to the front door. Great price on the subscription service." Read more

"...outdoor camera and I explain why this Arlo camera is so bad and not worth getting..." Read more

"...The subscription is reasonable at $3 a month and in my opinion a necessity to get any functionality out of the camera...." Read more

430 customers mention84 positive346 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the security camera. They mention that the battery goes bad after a year or so, and it cannot be replaced. Customers also mention that it needs to be charged far more frequently than prior cameras, and the claims made about the battery are misleading.

"...It contains a rechargeable battery and when a low battery is indicated you must remove the unit to plug it in...." Read more

"...the faulty activity zone motion detection contributes to the poor battery life on that camera...." Read more

"Over all a nice camera. My biggest disappointment is the battery is only lasting 2 days ." Read more

"...With its long-lasting battery life, crystal-clear vision, and live monitoring capabilities, the Arlo camera provides unparalleled peace of mind,..." Read more

254 customers mention11 positive243 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the security camera. For example, they mention that the cameras stopped working after less than a year, the software is out, and the monitor stopped working. The cameras in the back barely get activated, and customers are lucky to get 3 weeks of use. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...Blink went back pretty quickly because their audio sucks and their support wasn't great. There was a constant interference type static noise...." Read more

"...For Arlo essential spotlight, I think it consumes much more power when spotlight is on!..." Read more

"...website, are a real challenge to navigate, which makes for an inefficient system...." Read more

"...They aren't bright. Out of the 3 we got, one completely died right after the warranty. They need to be charged often...." Read more

154 customers mention9 positive145 negative

Customers have connectivity issues with the security camera. They mention that it blinks forever and won't sync to the network. It's hard to pair with their smart hub and takes so long to reconnect. Customers say that the connection to Wi-Fi is cumbersome.

"...any remaining interest in keeping this security camera was the connection error (Connecting...)...." Read more

"...The replacement lasted just over 30 days before it began having connectivity issues. When they work, they’re great...." Read more

"...-Subscription at paid plan required-Connection via PC-internet isnt stable (slow server/too many users ?)..." Read more

"...2. One of these doesn’t hold a connection to the base station despite being in a location that’s the same spot as an older camera.3...." Read more

143 customers mention15 positive128 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the video quality of the security camera. They mention that the system stops recording, the resolution is not great, and the cameras would sometimes record when the wind blew the windchimes. They also mention that there is no ability to do local recording, and that the recording time is short.

"...was the only recordings that were offered, as there is NO ability to do local recording AT ALL...." Read more

"The lack of local storage and a wired option were showstoppers to me and I returned the product but took the time to use it while I had it to help..." Read more

"...detected in back yard, view it within seconds, nothing there, no video in the cloud.. nothing that explains why I received a notification...." Read more

"...Arlo also had trouble capturing continuous video for me even if I set a recording function to the maximum 2 minutes, so you'd have weird gaps in..." Read more

Easy set up
4 Stars
Easy set up
I love how easy the set up was. Cameras work very well. BUT my husband would never know. He can’t see what’s going on. Help fix this Arlo!
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Gary
5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality. Good price.
Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality. Good price.
Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2023
I have purchased three of these cameras. Overall, I am pleased the quality of the cameras and the video they provide. The app is versatile and has lots of options. Easy to set it up so my partner can see the cameras as well. Installation is easy. The night vision is decent. I combined one of my cameras with an Arlo solar panel and it keeps it powered up constantly. Without a solar panel, the camera needs to be taken down and charged up probably about every two months. The motion detection is sensitive enough to pick up cats walking across my lawn or ripples going across my pool. The app can distinguish between people, animals, and vehicles. Anything that doesn't fit those categories registers as "motion." Of course, this is not a robust system that will provide you constant video monitoring. If your internet goes down or you lose your phone, it's no good to you. However, if you're looking for a WiFi enabled motion detection system at a reasonable price with lots of versatility, I 100% recommend this product.
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Chan
5.0 out of 5 stars great produce
Reviewed in Singapore on July 30, 2023
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carla
1.0 out of 5 stars No sirve
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Bruce
1.0 out of 5 stars Arlo newer cameras have garbage batteries in them
Reviewed in Canada on January 12, 2022
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Vincent Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy setup
Reviewed in Singapore on August 7, 2023
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