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Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 3280 reviews

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    Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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80%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the Essential Spotlight 4-Camera system's excellent camera quality, ease of use, and straightforward setup. Many also appreciate the night vision, motion detection, and spotlight features. However, some users express concerns regarding battery life and occasional connection issues. A recurring negative comment centers on the necessity of a subscription for certain features like video storage.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for outside needs

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

    Love the built in led light, identifies between animals, people and cars.

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

    TY

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

    Really is not much help. Need to subscribe recording

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

      Hi,

      Thanks for your review. We have many affordable subscription plans for your convenience, please refer to the article for details: https://kb.arlo.com/88. If not interested in a subscription, You can read more about features available without a subscription 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

    Good security.

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

    Great feild of veiw. I love you can change vud quality for 1080 or lower for battery life. Nice product. Down side the monthly price for extra security is def over priced. But you do not have to have that. it's up to the consumer.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Camera

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

    Works exactly the way I wanted and very easy set-up.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    indoor outdoor cameras

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

    its good. I had an old model and am looking to try out this new version.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Arlo

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

    Disappointed in the battery life. Not what it was advertised as.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent security cameras.

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

    Excellent security cameras. Price was awesome, very easy to put up on the outside of the house. We got white to blend in with our house. The videos are very clear.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Working good

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

    Got this as upgrade to my previous arlo cams, so far so good.

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

    Perfect camera for safety

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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.

    Amazing camera for the price. The arlo system is perfect for a house.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Subscription

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Arlo - Spotlight Camera

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

    Just like the Arlo Pro 3 camera I bought, once the 3 month trial subscription expires the camera will NOT record. Do not buy - all it is good for is a spot light.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not to bad at all!

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

    Super simple to set up only down side is it has a little bit of a lag maybe about 5-8 seconds that’s the only downside the picture is super clean better then my ring devices and I can connect this to my google home or Alexa devices!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Security Camera

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

    This is a good camera that serves its intended purpose.

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

    Still in Search For Quality and Timing Perfection

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

    Great price point for this set at Best Buy but less than stellar results of equipment quality. Set up my cameras quite easily within minutes. After the first day I began noticing a horrid screech during live feed or motion detected captures. I had an issue with a neighbor continuously coming into my yard setting off my cameras. Unfortunately, the delay in these cameras hindered me from using the audio feature. I had to physically go out and confront the neighbor since the delay and constant “spinning’ using the app had the timing off with interacting with anyone on the outside. I returned my set. I am currently looking for a wireless camera that has mastered the true art of live feed and audio without delays. Delays of any length defeat the whole purpose of having security cameras for your safety and protection. Seconds do matter. I only recommend these to someone who is entertained by watching movements that occur around your property.....a few seconds prior to what you are actually viewing through the app.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Arlo Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera experience. Your feedback will be provided to the appropriate team for review. ^KN arlo_us

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great security camera

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

    Great security camera. Easy to set up & install. Works great and good quality. Nice to have a rechargeable battery unlike the older ones. Really good field of vision. The spotlight, siren and having sound with the video is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Hidden software subscription fees

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

    This product has a hidden fee. You need to pay $200/ two year subscription for software updates. This is in top of the subscription for the app and home Protection fees. I didn't like this hidden fee, so u returned it

    No, I would not 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

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Arlo ever made

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

    Best Arlo camera that was ever made whereas the battery last longer . You know it is a hassle having to climb up there and change the battery all the time .

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    I’ll keep it

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

    Easy to set up and use. Perfect for home security.

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

    Added to my existing 3 year old Arlo System

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

    Purchased this to add on to my existing system. It's a tad different than the other cameras, but I'm pleased with it. Would have given it 5 stars but the charging is cumbersome. I have to get on a small ladder, remove it - charge it - and then climb up again to reposition and reattach it. Would be nice if Arlo would improve the charging process.

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

    Decent Security 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.

    I enjoy using the Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera. It does everything it's supposed to. There's only one downside to it. It can only operate on a 2.4 ghz Wi-Fi network, so if you don't have this, or don't know how to switch your router accordingly, you will run into problems with the camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Clear picture but not a long battery life

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

    The quality is very good, but the battery life is less than desirable.

    I would recommend this to a friend