Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera

Color

White

Price

$129.99

$10.83/mo with 12 months financing exclusively with Verizon Visa® Card.

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Overview

Keep an eye on your home from wherever you are with the Essential Spotlight Camera. This HD 1080p video camera has a 130-degree field of vision allows you to see more. This indoor/outdoor camera is designed to withstand heat, cold, rain or sun. The integrated spotlight and color night vision allows you to see clearly, day or night. And, with up to 6 months of battery life,¹ the wire-free setup is easy to install with help from the Arlo app.

Keep in touch.
2-way audio lets you clearly hear and speak with visitors with the touch of a button. From visitors to deliveries, you can handle it even when you're not home.

Built-in siren.
Deter unwanted guests with a built-in siren. It can be triggered remotely by you or automatically during an event.

Smarter security.
Enhance your security with Arlo Smart, and get notifications on our smartphone as well as view recorded video clips directly from your phone with Arlo Smart. Up to 3 months of this premium service are included for free (then $9.99 per month).²

1. Based on usage of 4,000 seconds per month, 30 seconds per stream, and daylight events split 2:1. Will vary with device settings, use and environmental factors.

2. Arlo Smart includes cloud recordings of video clips for 30 days. Renewal of Arlo Smart subscription is required to maintain Arlo Smart features, including cloud storage. After free trial, Arlo Smart is $9.99 per month unless you cancel.

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Reviews

3.9

65 reviews

77% of reviewers recommend this product.

Great for the price

James . 1 year ago

Works awesome and the pictures are so great. I can see everything in full HD and records videos in the same.

Will not buy again

Tonster . 1 year ago

I have been trying to pair this device for about 3 days now and it will not pair. I have followed the directions that are provided and even looked at support articles from the manufacture website and it simply will not pair. I was excited to get these but sadly I will have to return them.

Arlo Team - 1 year ago

Hi,

Thank you for your review. Our team has worked to resolve the onboarding issue with your Essential camera. You should now be able to proceed with onboarding and live-streaming your device. We recommend charging your camera for at least 30 minutes before starting the onboarding process.

If you are still having difficulty getting your device connected or accessing your device’s live stream, please navigate to Settings > Support in the Arlo App for service options available to you.

We appreciate your patience while we worked to resolve these issues and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Arlo Team arlo_us

Specs

Features

HD 1080p indoor/outdoor camera
Designed to withstand heat, cold, rain or sun
Integrated spotlight
Night vision in color
2-way audio
Easy to install with the Arlo App
Built-in siren can be triggered remotely or automatically
130-degree field of view
Up to 6 months of battery life¹
Get notifications on your smartphone with Arlo Smart²

Specs

Dimensions: 3.50 x 2.05 x 3.05 in.
Weight: 8.32 oz.
Resolution: 1080
Field of view: 130 degrees
Maximum operating range: 300 feet
Frequency band: 2.4 GHz

SKU#

VMC2030-100NAS

What's in the box

Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera
Wall mount and screw kit
Charging cable
Quick start guide

Reviews

Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera Reviews

3.9

65 reviews

77% of reviewers recommend this product.

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Great for the price

James . 1 year ago

Works awesome and the pictures are so great. I can see everything in full HD and records videos in the same.

Will not buy again

Tonster . 1 year ago

Arlo Team - 1 year ago

Poor product bad service from Arlo support

Skosh . 1 year ago

After numerous steps to get the camera connected to my Wi-Fi it would never connect. Contacted Arlo support several times. I followed every instruction. I would never recommend Arlo products to anyone. Absolute garbage AB’s very poor tech support .

Arlo Team - 1 year ago

Hi,

Thank you for your review.

Thanks for your review. If you're unable to add your camera to your Base Station/SmartHub, read this article: https://kb.arlo.com/000039094. Or if you're unable to add your camera to your 2.4GHz WiFi Network, read this article: https://kb.arlo.com/000062406.

Otherwise, please navigate to Settings > Support in the Arlo App for service options available to you. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Best regards,
Arlo Team arlo_us

It’s ok

Jess . 1 year ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

Very nice camera nice picture but the only thing I don’t love it I can’t review my entire day just if I go thru and look at each individual notification

Arlo Team - 1 year ago

Hi Jess,

Thanks for sharing your review. We like to learn more about the concerns you have shared above. Please reach out to our support team so they can further address your concerns and provide assistance by navigating to Settings > Support within the Arlo app to explore the support options available to you.

We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Best regards,
Arlo Team arlo_us

camera subscription

maxikyd . 1 year ago

Camera is great. Was not fully cognizant that I would need a subscription to use it.

Arlo Team - 1 year ago

Hello Max,

Thank you for taking the time to write your experience. 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

Arlo camera

Kathy . 2 years ago

I was not please, I actually returned it today by UPS

Wrong camera

Harris . 2 years ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

It's a nice camera but I thought it was an indoor one...all in all its decent.

Arlo Team - 2 years ago

Hi Harris,

Thanks for sharing your review. The Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera can be used both as an indoor/outdoor camera.

For further assistance on addressing the concerns you have shared above, please navigate to Settings > Support in the Arlo App for service options available to you.

We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Best regards,
Arlo Team arlo_us

Great, versatile camera

Sally . 2 years ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

This camera quickly and easily connected to my Smartthings and Arlo app. The image quality is great and the light bright enough for most areas. Add the solar panel and this camera will be maintenence free for years.

Hurry up an Buy…!!!

DomMeeshSr . 2 years ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

HD picture wireless what else you need…

It’s not the basic essentials as it is the essential needs to adequately protect you with extras included on top that are pleasing

Deak . 2 years ago

Yes, I'd recommend this product.

Practical and easy for essential needs with additional features that exceed my expectations.

FAQs

Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera FAQs

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Dawn . Sep 6, 2024

Can u use ur mobil data or hotspot for the wifi

Answer from Verizon Customer Support8 months

Arlo doesn't recommend using an LTE hotspot or satellite internet service to connect Arlo devices, and they can't guarantee that these configurations will work. However, Arlo Go 2 Cameras are designed to work directly with LTE and are recommended for use in situations where LTE is necessary -Joe

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Arlo pro . Aug 22, 2024

Do you have to have a base to connect to ..or just connect to WiFi

Answer from Verizon Customer Support8 months

The Arlo pro connects to your home Wi-Fi. https://www.verizon.com/products/arlo-essential-spotlight-camera/ -Natasha

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Arlo . Jun 14, 2024

Do the cameras come already programmed?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support11 months

This camera comes ready to connect to your Wi-Fi and has an easy setup process. Here's a link to the quick start guide: https://www.arlo.com/en-us/images/documents/arloessential/Arlo_Essential_Device_QSG_US_1.pdf ~Jesse

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Amanda . May 29, 2024

Can you view live streaming?

Answer from Arlo Team11 months

Yes, you can view your camera's live stream through the Arlo Secure app.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support11 months

You may enable or disable 2K or 4K live streaming on your Arlo cameras. Enable 2K or 4K for better resolution. If you have a poor signal, disable 2K or 4K for better performance. Note: Arlo cameras must be paired to an Arlo SmartHub or Arlo Base Station to local live stream in 2K or 4K. https://www.verizon.com/products/arlo-essential-spotlight-camera/ -Natasha

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Monica . Nov 22, 2023

I have an existing system. What base stations is this compatible with?

Answer from Arlo Team1 year

You can connect your Arlo Essential wire-free camera to a VMB5000, VMB4540, VMB4500, or VMB4000 SmartHub or base station.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 year

Please reach out to the manufacturer for more information. ~Peter

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Sara . Nov 11, 2023

Hello I would like to know if this is wireless or do I need a doorbell connection? I know some cameras you have to have a doorbell connection.

Answer from Arlo Team1 year

The Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera is a wireless camera, however, does not work as a doorbell. Please refer to the Arlo Wire-Free Doorbell for additional details.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 year

Wireless -Melissa

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Charging . Jun 20, 2023

How long does it take to get a full charge when you first get it.

Answer from Arlo Team1 year

Battery charging may take a few hours or more, depending on the charger's quality and the battery's size. Charge the battery until complete. Look for the solid blue light to indicate full charge, or verify in the Arlo Secure App. Note: The battery in the Arlo Essential Camera, Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera, and Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera cannot be removed. The USB charging cable that came in the box with your camera is for indoor use only. You must dismount your camera and bring it indoors to charge it with the included charging cable. Connect the charging cable to a 5V, 2A power adapter to properly set the camera.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 year

The Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera and Arlo Essential Camera both come with an integrated battery that lasts six months without charging. This is based on usage of 4000 seconds per month, 30 seconds per stream, and day/night event splits of 2:1. -Joe

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Lori . Jun 16, 2023

How far can the camera be placed and still connect to the wifi router? I want one by my gate to connect 300 ft to the house location of wifi router. will it reach that distance.

Answer from Arlo Team1 year

Place your Arlo cameras no more than a maximum of 300 feet (90 meters) from the SmartHub, Base Station, or Wi-Fi router. The maximum line-of-sight range of 300 feet is reduced by each wall, ceiling, or other major obstruction between the camera and SmartHub/Base Station/Wi-Fi router.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support1 year

Please reach out to the manufacturer for more information: https://www.arlo.com/en-us/support/contact ~Geo

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LTE Internet . Apr 13, 2023

Does this camera work with Verizon LTE home internet?

Answer from Arlo Team2 years

The Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera works with any 2.4 GHz connections.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 years

Yes, you can connect to our LTE home internet with this device. -Joe

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Anne . Apr 4, 2023

Do I need a subscription ?

Answer from Arlo Team2 years

No, there are still some features available without an Arlo Subscription. You can read more about it here: https://kb.arlo.com/000062312.

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Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 years

No this camera does not require a subscription. -Joe

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