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  • Front. Arlo - Essential XL 1-Camera Outdoor Wireless HD Security Camera (2nd Generation) with 4x Longer Battery Life - White.
  • Weather Resistant Designed to withstand heat, cold, rain, or sun arlo
  • Phone Notifications Receive notifications and watch live streaming video when motion is detected. Person Detected on Home Tn. Person detected in back door at 24S PM. Mute Notifications. Activate Siren. Call a Friend. Emergency Response. *Arlo Secure plan required for certain features.
  • Total protection starts with Arlo Secure. A 30-day Arlo Secure plan trial is included with purchase. A paid plan after trial is required to keep premium features. No Plan Secure Secure Plus Safe & Secure Pro Real-Time Motion Notifications Remote Siren Activation Live Video Streaming Video Recordings in Secure Cloud Up to 30 Days Up to 30 Days Up to 30 Days S E R Video Recordings Resolution Up to 4k Up to 4k Up to 4k U Animated Preview with Smart Interactive Notifications T A E Video Object Detection Person, Package, Vehicle, Animals Audio Detection of Alarms' U Smart Activity Zones M Emergency Response E R 24/7 Professional Monitoring Arlo Safe Family Plan Unlimited Cameras Unlimited Cameras $12.99/mo $17.99/mo Unlimited Cameras $24.99/mo Single Camera $7.99/mo Arlo Secure plans, pricing, and features are subject to change. See arlo.com/arlosecure for details. 'Arlo Camera required for video recordings. *Recordings of video clips at 4k or lower resolution.
  • Full High Definition Capture clear video in full high definition 1080p.
  • Color Night Vision: See what's happening, even without a light now at Home 2:18AM. Detected Door at Person on Front. Person detected. Mute Notifications. Siren. Activate a Friend. Call Response. Emergency.
  • 2-Way Audio: Hear and speak to visitors clearly with superior audio quality. Arlo. Please leave the package behind the planter! Okay!
  • Integrated Spotlight Shine a light on your yard or ward off unwelcome guests with Arlo.
  • Easily install and adjust your camera with the included mount.
  • Rechargeable Battery: Easy DIY installation with wire-free setup and mount.
  • Longer Battery Life Camera stays charged 4x longer and is easy to install with wire-free setup and mount.
  • The image shows a person holding a cell phone with a live video feed displayed on the screen. The video feed shows a person standing in front of a house. The cell phone is being used to monitor the situation, possibly for security purposes. The person holding the phone is likely using an app or service that allows them to view the live video feed from a remote location.
  • The image shows a smartphone screen displaying a security camera app. The app is showing a live feed of a car parked in front of a house. The screen also includes a notification that a person has been detected at the front door. The app offers various options, such as muting notifications, activating a siren, and calling a friend or responding to an emergency. The app requires an Arlo Secure plan for certain features.
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Arlo - Essential XL 1-Camera Outdoor Wireless HD Security Camera (2nd Generation) with 4x Longer Battery Life - White

Model:
VMC2052-100NAS
SKU:
6561436
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 27 reviews

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the product's overall performance, with many noting it exceeded their expectations. They particularly appreciate its excellent battery life, top-notch video quality, and ease of setup.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Impressive Weather/Battery Capability

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

    We bought three of these cameras to monitor our chicken coop and run. The battery life is surprising long, and even in the harsh New England winters it withstands the challenge. I don’t use the cloud/replay subscription service.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    ARLO XL

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

    Great picture and battery life. My first one didn't have any sound but the replacement was great now I have two of them

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Can’t go wrong with this camera!

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

    I had Arlo cameras for several years and they worked without any issues and when this particular one came up on sale I purchased it. The fact that the battery last longer is a plus. The picture is great and it also comes with a spot light so you can’t go wrong. So I would definitely recommend it this camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Video quality

    Good security cam

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

    So far so good, doesn’t capture every single movement but that’s a given for a lot of other security cam brands probably. captures good quality footage and battery lasts a good while.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance, Video quality

    Top quality

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

    Works great, and is durable. Battery life is exceptional. Video quality is top notch

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

    Great quality!

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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 use! Great picture and video quality! Would recommend Arlo to anyone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Arlo 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’ve been having Arlo cameras for years and these are some of the best cameras on the market to me

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Video quality

    Great Features!

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

    Very good video, love the extra long battery life. The automatic identification of motion (Person, animal, vehicle etc.) is great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Overall performance

    Essential Is!

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

    Clearest pictures ever and solved my battery issues I was having with the pro series.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Essential xl 2nd generation

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

    Great picture quality good spotlight and was a good overall purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Video quality

    Very good product

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

    Very good camero it looks amazing, the very its way better than i expected and the flashing light its good too

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

    Arlo - Essential XL

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

    Great camera. Was easy to set up and works very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Always satisfied with Arlo Camera !

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

    Works great as usual with Arlo cameras! Good battery life. Their app i enjoy too with the notifications. Occassionaly it sensitive to heavy winds get audio alertt

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Arlo camera XL

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

    Great resolution and visibility. Recommend it. Good price.

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

    Great rechargeable 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 really love these cameras. The charge last way longer than the battery ones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Arlo

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

    Works great! Wish it would have a longer subscription than a month

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

    Great product

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

    Great camera with easy to use controls.highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Câmera outdoor

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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 amazing product! Works well! I installed outside my garage!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    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 has a wide len, that we had to adjust and now it works great

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Secure camera

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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 with a great view. It has a nice range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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