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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:
    Ease of use, Privacy shield

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Does its job

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

    The indoor camera is easy to setup. You can easily turn it on and off from the app. When off, the privacy shield blocks the camera and the microphone is turned off.

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

    Arlo is great for multiple properties

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Arlo is my go to for security camera for my home and investment properties. The arlo app is the best for multiple properties!

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

    Arlo indoor camera review

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

    It's great, I just don't like that you are required to give Arlo your wifi password in order to use this device.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great camera

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

    THese have been the easiest cameras to set up and use. The picture is fantastic and the App is extremely user friendly. we are Arlo customers for life

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Go Buy Arlo for your surveillance protection

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

    I love the Arlo Essential Cameras. They have great picture view, great sound and a wide viewing range! However there is at least a 10-20 second delay from the time an object enters the cameras view and when you actually receive the notification! That is the 1 Issue I have with these surveillance cameras. But it’s not a deal breaker. Iam nearing 30 Arlo Essential cameras to secure the outside as well as the inside of my home! I would definitely recommend them!

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

    Great little camera with privacy shield.

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

    Nice price and quality. Replaced 2 more expensive cameras (diff brand) with 2 indoor Arlo cameras. Now I can view all in my Arlo app. Outside of the 3 sec delay, can’t be happier.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good camera

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

    Really liking Arlo’s ease of access and quality of products. I bought this indoor camera and doorbell and I’m satisfied for the price what quality I get!

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

    Made the switch to Arlo

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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 several Arlo products and find them easy to set up and use. I started with a Ring Door Bell and a Ring Camera in the house but made the switch to all Arlo.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Arlo Essential

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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 was difficult to sync, but the video is clear.

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

    Great product best platform

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

    Arlo has best tech platform for remote monitoring. It's easy to set up and gives me the ability to check all my cameras.

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

    Essential is the Correct Name for this Line

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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 performs as expected and is a great successor to the Q. The shutter is an interesting concept, now when you want privacy you shut it off remotely rather than having to pull the plug or turn it around. Nice price point too, obviously Arlo did their homework on this one. The cord might be a little longer, I mounted it up high above a window frame and the cord is tucked into the molding and has to go all the way down to the outlet level. But every installation is different.

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

    Great Camera

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

    I got this for the purpose of its homekit compatability but it does not work with homekit. Not sure if thats a mess up on best buys side or arlo.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good camera

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

    Easy set up. Great quality for the price (got it on sale).

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

    Good surveillance system

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

    Good camera love privacy quality and subscription is not to high but i have the most expensive plan for $25

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

    Difficult Set Up

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

    Once set up, happy. The directions were poor and if your home wifi is 5G, it wont work.

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

    Camera Man

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

    Basic but more features than others….no extended charging cable options is bad

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    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.

    Very nice affordable product. Good quality and easy to set up. Works with Amazon Echo

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

    Better camera

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

    Simple and smart enough, with auto close lid for privacy. Different sensitivity levels works jus fine

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good camera, nice privacy shield.

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

    I really like the privacy shield on this camera! The camera has decent picture and sound and does what I need.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Night Vision

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

    Love this camera. Just what I needed. Night vision looks great. Alerts are nice. Easy to setup and use on mobile device.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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