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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 564 reviews

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88%would recommend to a friend

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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

    Perfect for garage

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

    I set this up in the center of my back wall of my 3 car garage. I am able to see the entire garage well. Now i can always make sure the garage doors are closed as well as making me feel a sense of security knowing I have condtant access to the garage.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Connection Issues

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

    The video looks great' both audio and video are clear, downfall for me and train it was returned was because of connectivity, camara kept disconnecting.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Night vision

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Camera!!

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

    I breed miniature dachshunds and this camera is perfect for peeking in on my mamas and their pups without disturbing them!! I love how I can see them so clearly as if I was standing right next to them. I also love the night vision too! Highly recommend!!!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good budget indoor camera

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

    The indoor camera is great for the price I bought multiple for around the house. The picture quality is clear with decent outgoing audio. The only con about this mic is the connection with the Arlo App. It takes awhile to find the connection between the app and camera.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to Add On

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

    We added this to the cameras we already had indoors. It was easy to set up and add onto the app with the others. I like that this camera has a privacy shield on it; our others didn't come with this feature when we purchased them about 5 years ago.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sliding shield for privacy and peace of mind.

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

    Good product with built in sliding shield that covers the lense when disabled. The camera resolution is clear for an indoor camera. The only downside is the articulation joint seems flimsy.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Where’s Apple HomeKit?

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

    12345 I really like my Arlo outdoor cameras but I needed one for indoors. I have an Arlo baby but that was discontinued so I thought I would try this essential camera. The picture is clear but it is lacking some features that all of my other Arlo cameras have. There is only 1 viewing angle of 130. It works ok for where I’m using it but if I wanted to move it this may be an issue. Also, it’s not compatible with Apple HomeKit. My 6 Ultra 2’s are and my Arlo baby is so why not this one? I get so much less lag time when viewing on through Apple HomeKit. I would've given this camera 5 stars if it was compatible just as all the others are.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Simple set up

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

    Very easy to set up links nicely with Google. Would be nice if you did not need to purchase a monitoring policy to enable video to be sent to your phone if the cameras detect movement.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Job Arlo

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

    Amazing product. I had a previous camera before buying this and had to return it for disconnecting issues. This camera was light years ahead of my previous camera. Great overall quality. The app is also useful too. Setting up was amazing anf easy. Highly recommend. Only issue i had was that setting up the first time took a little while. When the app/phone was trying to find the camera during set up, it took a little longer than it should have, and my phone was literally next to the camera. However this is nothing that a firmware update wont fix. Arlo please address this. But still going to give it 5 stars.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Arlo Indoor Camera

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

    Great camera and great for parents who have toddlers and want to monitor an area thats unsupervised. I have personally have two toddlers and can be at peace while kids are upstairs in the game room.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera, hate the privacy function

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

    Great camera and awesome picture. The only thing I don’t like is that I have to approve myself to login due to privacy. I would like to just click on the camera and have it come up immediately and not use the shutter.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Captures the Dogs

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

    We needed cameras to keep watch of our dogs throughout the day and this camera does its job. Keepa an eye on them and we can see if they eat food or behave well or badly.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great camera with out the privacy shield feature

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

    The camera works great with fantastic quality image. I do not like the privacy shield feature due to the actual noise it makes as it activates. This camera is use to keep an eye on people who are in the house while we are not home and every time you turn on this camera this is a noticeable noise as the privacy shield actuates. I have been unable to figure out if this can be disabled so far.

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

      Hello,

      Thank you for taking the time to write your experience. The Privacy Shield automatically covers the camera lens when the camera disarmed, and opens when the camera is armed. Motion detection, audio detection, and the camera microphone are turned off when the Privacy Shield is closed.

      Your feedback helps us to get improve our services. We'll share your feedback to the relevant team. We appreciate your understanding.

      Best regards,
      Arlo Team

      arlo_us

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Arlo essential camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Initial camera for our security system. Available at local store and easy to set up. Working great with no issues, clear pictures day and night.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Quality

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

    I prefer the Arlo indoor cameras. We have tried a few different indoor cameras to check in the dogs but these are the best quality.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Security cameras

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

    These cameras do a great job. I can see what is happening inside now and they complement my outside Arlo cameras.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for indoor safety

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

    Great image, clear and when zoom doesn’t break. Features such advance face scan to open and shut off light of recordings are owesomw. Make a difference in my house security

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Arlo Essential Indoor Camera

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

    I have a complete Arlo Security System for my home. I went with this due to it working seamlessly with my Apple HomeKit. Easy to use and set up. Would recommend.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Indoors camera

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

    Great product ,very clear videos even in the dark , on time alert and that makes me l feel like am in the premises even when away.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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

    I love the product. It could use a little more features but for the price. Highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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