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Model:
VMC2040-100NAS
SKU:
6455376
Your price for this item is $49.99
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 564 reviews

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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:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Arlo indoor camera

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

    Highly recommend this camera. Very clear picture with fast connection.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little camera

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

    Easy to use and setup and easy privacy even with the junk Hughes Net

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple install and simple to use.

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

    Simple install and simple to use. Performs just like the box says.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera!

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

    Camera has great picture. Camera is easy to install.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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

    Way better view then my xfinity system Picture is clear

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    easy to use, set up issues with Pixel phones on Fi

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

    The setup feature does not work well with Pixel phones using Fi. It may be because of Fi VPN. I had to log out and setup up the camera using a Samsung tablet. Once the camera was set up using the tablet, I didn't have any issues with the Pixel phone.

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

    Good cameras

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

    The cameras are good. Best part is that they aren’t google, amazon, or other big evil companies. The app is good. Takes a little time to learn it. I wish they were wireless. I might have to do something about that. It makes them only able to be used near a plug.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    Easy setup, fast and quick. I Wouñd recommend these

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

    Perfect

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

    This camera does exact what we needed it to do and more. Currently we are using it as a doggie cam while we are away however since the field of view is so large it gets the whole kitchen and living room. We have 3 other external cameras and are looking to get another. Would highly recommend Arlo.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice picture, connectivity issues

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

    Hoping it will work. Very slick looking and from experience, the picture is nice. But I'm having trouble connecting the camera to our network.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice camera, difficult setup.

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

    I like the Arlo Essential camera, and am happy with its performance. It was a bit tricky setting it up. I kept trying to get it to read the QR code on the phone, and the privacy shield kept closing. Finally got it.

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

    Best Camera!

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

    I love the wired indoor camera! I use it at my mothers assisted living to make sure of who is coming in her room and also to make sure she is always alright. And its a super + that it has the sound on it. Wired is the best, no more changing batteries

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

    Amazing camera

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

    This camera has helped me sleep so much better throughout my nights! I am a single stay at home mom & LOVE this! It is so accurate with whatever is in front of the camera and works great with my iPhone! Highly recommend this camera

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

    Quality of Life

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

    We use the camera to monitor my 96 year old aunt while she sleeps at night which allows us to keep her in her home and out of the nursing home. It also gives us freedom to run errands etc. during the day while caring for her.

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

    I love it!

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

    I put it in the window next to my door, facing outside. I can see everything that goes on even in my driveway. The only thing that is annoying is that it alerts me even if a branch or leaf moves.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good so far

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

    So far so good...got it due to a forced entry a few days earlier....mic so far is super sensitive, it pics up stuff my deaf ears can't hear.

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

    Useful in our dog room

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

    We have a separate room for our dogs and have wanted to install an indoor camera. We've had it installed for about a week and really helpful to see what exactly goes on when we're not around.

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

    Arlo Internal Camera, same ease of use.

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

    I've had the Arlo external cameras surrounding my house for a year. I've recently augmented them with the indoor camera. Very simple installation, easy integration with the Arlo application. Couldn't have been any easier.

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

    Awesome quality!

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

    I bought 3 indoor cameras for different areas of our home. It was easy to install them; I had all of them up in 30 minutes. The picture quality is amazing, day or night! I'd highly recommend these to anyone.

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

    Great Camera!

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

    We just started using our indoor camera for our puppy. It works great! It tells us if our puppy is whining while he is crated. And notifies us if he gets up at all. Overall, I am very satisfied with the camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend