Arlo is a home security system that can be set up easily and provides peace of mind. This system is easy to set up and use and affordable, and is compatible with both iOS and Android devices. I already owned one Arlo system before receiving this Arlo system, and have been using it for a few years. My first Arlo system has three cameras and also uses a phone app to alert me to any motion. This system has worked perfectly. I have those three cameras mounted outside my house and in addition to seeing wildlife, it once helped stop a potential intruder. I will be using this system inside my house. It includes two small eight-in-one sensors that can detect motion, open/close, tilt, smoke, CO2, ambient light, freeze, and water leaks. The sensors can be placed anywhere in your home, including doors, windows, and walls. The system can be customized to fit your needs. For example, you can choose to receive notifications for all sensor events or only for certain events. The sensors are connected to a keypad that can be used to arm/disarm the system, set the alarm, and view notifications. The keypad has three modes: arm home, arm away, and standby. The system also includes a free one-month trial of Arlo's Safe and Secure Pro monitoring service, which can send alerts to the authorities if the system detects an intruder or other problem. Emergency response and smoke/CO2 alarm listening require an Arlo professional monitoring plan after the trial period. If you are looking for a reliable and affordable home security system, Arlo is a great option. It is easy to set up and use, and it provides peace of mind knowing that your home is protected.

If you're already in the Arlo ecco system then this would be a good additional security system. This home security comes with a keypad and two 8 in 1 sensors. The system itself is nicely built and has a compact design. First off, the keypad acts as the main hub so make sure you find a good spot. The hub is powered by USB connection so if you have USB sockets on your outlet you can skip the included brick. Setting it up is pretty easy once you get it connected to your router. Be aware that connecting it to the router can be a little challenging. This hub only uses 2.4Ghz band even though I still had some issues connecting it. My work around was to manually typing the SSID and password because my SSID was not showing on the app. Once connected to the internet, download the Arlo Secure app and follow the instructions. After setting the hub and updating the firmware connect the two sensors and you're ready to go. I really like how this hub can be widely used for other things than just a keypad. It actually has a built-in motion sensor and can also be used as a smoke detector and CO alarm. You can turn those features on within the app settings. The keypad is responsive and the built in siren is not the loudest but annoying enough to be noticed. You can add wireless connectivity and battery backup to the keypad with a non-included cellular/battery pack add-on. The included sensors are impressive. I really love how they can be used for multiple things rather than just motion. The sensor can be used as smoke/co alarm, motion, temperature, ambient lighting, access, and even as a water leak detector. To be honest I put them to the test and they do work. I even tried the water leak detection and it was right on the spot even with the alert. The hardware of this system works. When it comes to the software it is plain simple to use but it could be better. For instance you have 5 different tabs. The dashboard, feed, emergency, devices and routines. On the dashboard you get pretty much the same information as the device's tab and you can do the same thing. If you want to see the activities (triggers) you will select on the feed tab. That’s a lot of switching between tabs to accomplish those simple functions. In my opinion the activities should be displayed within the Dashboard tab which is the main screen when the app loads up, and you can see all the information at glance. When it comes to routines and automation they are easy to use but kind of limited. It just has two types of automations: schedule and arrive/leave. For instance I try to create a rule that if I get a water leak I’ll get a text msg. That could not be accomplished, instead get the notification from the app and that notification has to be set up within the device function tab and is limited to email. This is a DYI security system you can add more Arlo peripherals than just the two included sensors. You also have the option to subscribe to professional monitoring. Those subscription packages range from $4.99 to around $24.99 a month. That's pretty much on par as with other competitors when it comes to professional monitoring. Overall this system is a plain simple to use system and if you already have Arlo cameras installed then this will go perfect with that setup. It is easy to install and with multiple functions sensors you can be very creative and use them for pretty much anything. In the box you get the Keypad, two sensors, two magnets, power brick, installation kit and manuals.

First and foremost. I have Xfinity the Gigabit plan (1200 Mbps) service hooked to Nest Wifi Pro with 3 points mesh system. I primarily want to invest in this Arlo Security System because of the ecosystem since I already have 9 Arlo cameras installed across my house. Secondly, I like the Arlo app; its UI is intuitive and easy to navigate. What I like: Easy setup and installation and the whole process took me about 5 minutes. No drilling or wiring is required. Arlo app guided me through the setup and illustrated it well enough to visually understand. The connection was trouble-free and had no issues with my tri-band mesh router. Once I added the security system, the Arlo app prompted me to upgrade the app. After that, the app was changed and its UI looks different. My system comes with two sensors. It is worth noting that each sensor performs multiple functions such as open/close detection, motion, water leak, tilt detection for doors, light changing, temperature, and smoke. This is convenient and versatile. I used one sensor for my garage door since it will alert me whenever the door is open or closed. I put the other sensor for motion detection near my main door. Also, the sensor can be installed with or without a magnet. In my case, I had the sensor for the garage door mounted without a magnet since it supports a tiltable door option which is awesome. Such setup requires further calibration that is also well-guided through the Arlo app. What I don't like: It does not have a battery and cellular backup as it is sold separately. The system is not integrated with Apple HomeKit which is inconvenient since all the cameras are integrated and can be viewed on the HomeKit app. In addition, the new app UI upgrade forced by the security system is not as friendly as it used to be with the Arlo secure app. I have experienced some issues with 2 cameras and setting the arming mode is not as friendly as with the Arlo secure app. Overall, my experience with the system is good. it functions well and sends me a notification whenever an audio/ motion is detected. The garage door sensor is a breeze, it alerts me when opens and closes. Adding a widget on the app dashboard is great to have all my cameras and sensors at my glance. Of course, professional monitoring is available for $25 a month with emergency response. The app reflects the three alarming modes as they are physically on the hub keypad. that can be customized for how notifications and actions can be triggered. I had to edit each mode to adjust the motion and audio sensitivity in the best way that is not overwhelming and annoying. It is an excellent system if you are looking you have a security system and cameras in one app. So far so good!!!

I love the versatility of the Arlo Security System. It comes with two sensors, but it can support up to five, so you can customize it to fit your needs. I opted for a motion sensor and a water detection sensor for my basement, since I recently had a flooded basement. I love having the peace of mind knowing that I'll be alerted if there's any water in my basement again. And I love that I can easily change my mind and switch the sensors to something else if I need to. The Arlo app is also easy to use. Once the device is connected to WiFi, you're pretty much good to go. I don't anticipate anyone struggling to set up their own home security system with Arlo. It's nice that you don't have to rely on some third-party company to install your system for you. If you know how to stick a sticker on a wall, you'll have no problem with this. But there was one big downside to the Arlo Security System: the WiFi setup process was NOT easy. I couldn't get it connected to WiFi out of the box. I had to contact support, and they originally thought it was my home network. But I knew that wasn't the case, since it was the only device that couldn't connect. I finally convinced them that my network wasn't the problem and they eventually had me factory reset the keypad, and that fixed the problem. Weird that a brand new out of box device needed a factory reset. I don't think this will be a common issue, but it's something to be aware of, especially if you're not tech-savvy. Overall, I'm really happy with the Arlo Security System. It's versatile, easy to use, and can give you piece of mind which I think is priceless. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a DIY home security system. Oh and the best part about this is they don't hound you to subscribe! Yes there's added benefits, but I haven't once been pestered about it which I respect!

I am very happy with this device after a few days. It has extremely easy installation, is easy to use and seems reliable. Unboxing & Setup: In the box you will find the base unit, two sensors, documentation, some stickers and the ac adaptor. Installation couldn’t be easier. First, download the Arlo app which will guide you through the process. Pairing the base station with the app is easy and will provide a few tests to make sure it works properly. The door sensors go on with adhesive and are easy to align. I used mine as door sensors but they can be used as water leak sensors or motion detectors. Hardware: I was very impressed with what features each unit includes. The base unit does everything, it has smoke alarm listening, CO2 alarm listening, motion detection (in the front) and a built in siren. The buttons are panic, first aid, police and fire. Buttons feel well built and are responsive. The unit will light up when it detects you are walking toward it. The only downside I see is it only uses 2.4Ghz Wifi which is good for range but might be bad for interference. Security options include home (disarmed), arm (all sensors active), and arm home (open/close sensors only, good for night while sleeping so no one sets off the motion detector). The door sensors are also jack of all trades. They do most of what the base unit does but also adds tilt detection (garages), open/close and temperature detection. The sensors use CR2477 batteries. Software: The Arlo app is easy to use. Compared to most home security systems, I actually prefer the Arlo interface since it allows you to arm/disarm the unit on the go with no PIN needed. I use this to disarm the alarm when I am getting out of the car so I don’t need to go to the panel. The app also has the ability to activate the siren and call emergency support. The unit came with a trial for “Professional Monitoring” which will allow Arlo to notify emergency services if the alarm goes off for any reason. There is further integration if you have other Arlo devices such as viewing cameras to ensure there is no false alarm. Daily use: The device is easy to use and as discussed, it allows me to easily set and disarm the device. You can also set automations via schedules. I trained my kid on how to use the alarm and emergency buttons so that is another tool to allow him to quickly take action in the event of an emergency. I have had zero false alarms so far with a large cat roaming the house. I intend to buy the battery / cellular backup unit as well as a few additional sensors for the house.