
The Essential Outdoor Camera delivers smart home security with clear 1080p HD resolution and 4x battery life.¹ You’ll get alerts and be able to watch live video right from your phone. Use the Integrated Spotlight Ward to ward off intruders or trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Even in low light you’ll be able to identify details with Color Night Vision. Or try the noise-canceling audio to hear and speak clearly with visitors. Setup is quick and easy and only takes minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. You can install it with full confidence thanks to its rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.
Q: Does the Arlo Essential XL camera have night vision?
A: Yes, it has color night vision to help you identify details even in low light.
Q: What is the resolution of the Arlo Essential XL camera?
A: This Arlo camera records and streams video in 1080p High Definition.
Q: How is the Arlo Essential XL camera powered?
A: This security camera is powered by a rechargeable battery.
Q: What is the maximum range of the motion detection on this camera?
A: The motion detection on this camera has a range of up to 300 feet.
Q: Can I use this camera outdoors?
A: Yes, this camera is weather resistant and designed for outdoor use.
Q: Does this camera work with a mobile app?
A: Yes, this camera works with the Arlo Secure App.
Q: how long is the battery life on this camera the XL before it has to be recharged
A: The battery on the Arlo Essential XL 2 Outdoor Camera can last up to 6 months on average usage.
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The Essential Outdoor Camera delivers smart home security with clear 1080p HD resolution and 4x battery life.¹ You’ll get alerts and be able to watch live video right from your phone. Use the Integrated Spotlight Ward to ward off intruders or trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Even in low light you’ll be able to identify details with Color Night Vision. Or try the noise-canceling audio to hear and speak clearly with visitors. Setup is quick and easy and only takes minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. You can install it with full confidence thanks to its rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.

Protect your home and family longer with 4x battery life. A wireless outdoor security camera in crystal-clear 2K resolution, get alerts when motion is detected, watch live video on your phone, and stay connected to the strongest band with Dual-Band WiFi. A 1-Month Arlo Secure plan trial is included. Your trial provides 60-day video history, Smart Detections for People & Vehicle Recognition, Package & Animal Detection, plus Interactive Notifications on your phone's lockscreen with Emergency Response and Call a Friend. See shirt color, car color, and facial features at night with Color Night Vision for day and night surveillance. Hear and speak clearly with visitors with noise-canceling 2-Way Audio, quickly deter threats with the Integrated Siren, and save battery life with Low Power Mode. Easily setup and mount your camera without the hassle of wiring, and conveniently remove it whenever it’s time to recharge. The XL battery gives you longer battery life to keep your camera powered which is ideal for cameras that are not as easily accessible or are in high-traffic areas. Works with your favorite smart home assistant including Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, and Google Home.

The Essential Outdoor Camera (2nd Generation) delivers sharp 2K resolution for exceptional smart home security. It lets you zoom in 12x to capture details like license plates and eye color. You’ll stay informed with instant alerts and live video streaming straight to your smart device. Deter intruders using the Integrated Spotlight or activate Integrated Siren manually or automatically through the Arlo Secure App. Color Night Vision ensures clear visibility even in low light while noise-canceling audio lets you communicate with visitors effortlessly. Setup takes just minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. The rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design provide reliable performance. A 30-day trial of the Arlo Secure plan is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 60-day video cloud storage, advanced detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.

Leave your worries at the door with cutting-edge clarity and powerful protection with the Arlo Pro 5S 2K Wireless Security Camera. Installation is easier than ever with a wire-free setup. Plus, the camera's smart Wi-Fi with dual-band connection automatically connects to either the 2.4 or 5 GHz network, whichever is stronger, for faster video loading and less buffering. See details that matter with 2K HDR video that’s twice the resolution of HD cameras, 12x zoom to make out details like faces or license plates, and a wide 160° field of view to see the bigger picture. Never miss a detail with clearer video, even at night, with color night vision and enhanced low light video with an advanced image sensor. You can also spend less time charging and more time protecting with additional rechargeable batteries and a dual battery charging station.³ Your cameras will also always stay secured with the included anti-theft mounts, and you can send a message that you’re protected with the included yard sign. The Pro 5S 2K is also built to work with the Arlo Home Security System, providing enhanced battery life, a more robust connection with Arlo SecureLink, and image verification when power or Wi-Fi is down.¹ Get smarter notifications on your phone when the Pro 5S 2K spots people, vehicles, animals, or packages, and view live or recorded video clips directly from your phone with a free 30-day trial of Arlo Secure service included.² Personalize your notifications and create custom activity zones to ensure you only get alerts for what matters most, reducing less important notifications.
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| Overall Performance, Battery Life, Video Quality, Ease of Use | Video Quality, Battery Life, Setup Ease, Connectivity, Motion Detection | Video Quality, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Setup, Night Vision | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Arlo - Essential XL 1-Camera Outdoor Wireless HD Security Camera (2nd Generation) with 4x Longer Battery Life - White | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life, Connectivity, Mount, Storage, Subscription | There were no cons for this product— |
Customers often highlight the exceptional battery life of the Essential XL 1-Camera Outdoor Wireless HD Security Camera, with many expressing satisfaction and appreciation for its long-lasting power. The camera's picture quality is also widely praised, with users commending its clarity and range.
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We bought three of these cameras to monitor our chicken coop and run. The battery life is surprising long, and even in the harsh New England winters it withstands the challenge. I don’t use the cloud/replay subscription service.
Posted by Andy
Great picture and battery life. My first one didn't have any sound but the replacement was great now I have two of them
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Very good video, love the extra long battery life. The automatic identification of motion (Person, animal, vehicle etc.) is great!
Posted by Chad