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Model:
VMC2040-100NAS
SKU:
6455376
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 564 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the Essential Indoor Camera - VMC2040's high-quality images, ease of use, and included privacy features. Many appreciate the straightforward setup and the camera's affordability. However, some users experienced connectivity issues, and others noted limitations regarding battery life and compatibility with certain smart home systems. Overall, the positive feedback on image quality and ease of use outweighs the negative comments regarding connectivity and other minor drawbacks.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup and use

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The camera is wonderful. It allows us to keep an eye on our puppy while we are not home. Very easy to setup and use. Will likely get another one or two soon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good Quality and sounds really good. I would recommend this security camera any day.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Features

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The device runs well when you have access to all of the features for 30days!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great video quality for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up in the Arlo app and despite being only 1080p the video clarity is excellent for indoor use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Arlo Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not happy with the recording of this Camera. The light stays on but there is no recording.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Arlo Team
      Posted .

      Hi Elaina,

      Thanks for your review. Please refer to this article if you're not seeing any recordings: https://kb.arlo.com/000062661. For further assistance, please navigate to Settings > Support in the Arlo App for service options available to you.

      We appreciate your patience and understanding.

      Best regards,
      Arlo Team arlo_us

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flawless!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Camera works flawlessly. Easy set up and picture quality exceptional. Added this camera to my network of three other Essentials and all good!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera great app much much better and smarter than the ring camera. A little more expensive but at least the camera is tied to Amazon.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Just buy it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works excellent, paired easily and does everything it should. A quality product from arlo that seamlessly integrates to my existing system.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Buy this one.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simple and easy to use. Other brands were sold out so wasn't sure if this was a good one or not. It was.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Worth the money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works really well and super easy to connect. I would buy again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good video and great sound quality

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great camera with terrific sound capability. Gives me great peace of mind to be able to check in on my pups periodically…

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It works well enough

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Some connectivity issues and monthly subscription fees...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for who needs privacy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like this camera because when I m Home Screen is closed. It’s keeping privacy. Full HD video

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Privacy shield

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Arlo indoor camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up and matches up well with our outdoor arlo system love the privacy screen

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to install

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well easy to install. Just make sure you push the sync button not hold it when installing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Home security

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Installed in the garage and it’s very convenient for when you forget to close the garage. It has good video quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Is good but need pay a membership thats no good for me

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Arlo Team
      Posted .

      Hi,

      Thanks for your review. We will share your feedback to the development team. We also want to let you know there are some features that are still available without an Arlo Subscription. You can read more about it here: https://kb.arlo.com/000062312.

      We appreciate your support and understanding.

      Best regards,
      Arlo Team arlo_us

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love that I can talk to my children or anyone in my house with this camera. The video quality is wonderful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Thanks this eorks ok will need a upgraded one in the future

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Arlo Team
      Posted .

      Hi,

      Thanks for sharing your review. We like to learn more about the concerns you have shared above. Please reach out to our support team so they can further address your concerns and provide assistance by navigating to Settings > Support within the Arlo app to explore the support options available to you.

      We appreciate your patience and understanding.

      Best regards,
      Arlo Team arlo_us

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Cool bro

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sorry, don’t like it. I didn’t return it. don’t like the view

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Arlo Team
      Posted .

      Hi JD,

      Thanks for sharing your review. We like to learn more why you did not like the view concerns you have shared above. Please reach out to our support team so they can further address your concerns and provide assistance by navigating to Settings > Support within the Arlo app to explore the support options available to you.

      We appreciate your patience and understanding.

      Best regards,
      Arlo Team arlo_us