
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.
Q: Does this system require a base station like the older Arlo cameras
A: No, the Arlo 3rd Gen Essential Outdoor Camera can be connected directly to any 2.4 GHz connection.
Q: What if Wi-Fi or power goes down?
A: Then the cameras go down, you need WiFi.
Q: Are these able to be linked to a older base station?
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Q: Can 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Essential XL cameras be mixed in one system?
A: Both the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Essential Outdoor Cameras can be used together in the same system since they both connect directly to WIFI.

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 Pro Security Camera 2K (6th Gen) Bundle is a $500 value if purchased separately at regular price. Advanced protection and crystal-clear visibility with a high-performance outdoor security camera for your home and loved ones. Capture crystal-clear 2K HDR video that lets you positively identify people, vehicles, and animals and see more of your yard with a wide 160° Field of View. A 1-Month Arlo Secure plan trial is included. Your trial provides 60-day video history, Custom Detections to create personalized notifications like whether your garage door is open, sprinklers are on, or if your side gate is left open, and call immediate help with one-tap Emergency Response. Get alerts when motion is detected, watch live video on your phone. Set up easily with Bluetooth and stay connected with Dual-Band Wi-Fi, which automatically connects to the 2.4 or 5GHz network, whichever is stronger. No wiring hassles for a wireless DIY install anywhere around your home and the removable battery is easy to recharge or swap out for a fully charged one. Brilliant Color Night Vision has a sophisticated low-light filter and a more powerful Integrated Spotlight, so you can easily distinguish critical details like the color of a shirt, car, and facial features. You can also charge less often and save battery life with Low Power Mode for all day surveillance.

The Arlo Essential Security Camera 2K (3rd Gen) Bundle is a $305 value if purchased separately at regular price. Protect your home and family with 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. Works with your favorite smart home assistant including Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, and Google Home.

Protect your home and family with a wired 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. See a comprehensive view, including the corners of your property, with 360° pan and 180° tilt viewing capabilities. Plus, with Automatic Motion Tracking, you won’t miss a thing as your camera tracks and follows the subject within its field of view. 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, and quickly deter threats with the Integrated Siren. Setting up is a breeze. Mount the camera, plug it in, and enjoy worry-free performance without the need to charge batteries. Comes with a 16 ft power cable for flexible placement. Works with your favorite smart home assistant including Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, and Google Home.
| Pros for Arlo - Essential XL Outdoor Security Camera 2K (3rd Gen, 2025 Release) - Wireless, 4x Longer Battery Life, 3-Cam - White | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Video Quality | Video Quality, Setup Ease, Battery Life, Connectivity, Night Vision | Video Quality, Setup Ease, Battery Life, Motion Detection, Connectivity | Setup Ease, Motion Detection, Image Quality |
| Cons for Arlo - Essential XL Outdoor Security Camera 2K (3rd Gen, 2025 Release) - Wireless, 4x Longer Battery Life, 3-Cam - White | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Connectivity |
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These cameras are absolutely fantastic. My only complaint is that after I bought them, Best Buy raised the price 57%. So when I went to buy more, the price was ridiculous comparatively. I asked if they would price match my original purchase and was told no.
JasonC Posted
I have the Arlo 2’s and had high hopes for this camera and it has fallen way short. It doesn’t start recording a car until it’s right in front of it if at all. It missed the huge fed ex van completely!! I have angled and moved it closer and still nothing. The door camera which is further away will spot it, and I waited for the Arlo essential to go off but it doesn’t. It will catch the dog running more than people or cars. Photo is when it finally caught movement!
CatD Posted
Great security system. It has all the features you could want. It was easy to install and the quality that I expected.
twinDs Posted