This Arlo Wireless Security Camera Is Now on Sale for Its Lowest Price Ever
If you’ve been looking for a wireless outdoor camera that doesn’t require constant babysitting, the Arlo Essential Wireless Security Camera (2nd Generation) complete with solar panel is now on sale for the lowest price (according to price trackers ) at $69.99, down from $99.99.
Designed for DIY installation, it’s completely wireless, has a built-in battery, and a USB-C port in case you want to charge it manually. The camera connects to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and records clear 2K video with a 130-degree field of view and 12x digital zoom. It records color video at night when the spotlight is on. Otherwise, it switches to black and white mode via infrared. There’s also a motion sensor, microphone, speaker, and built-in siren, which you can activate from the app or let it go off automatically. It works well with Alexa and Google Assistant, and you can customize routines using IFTTT. Just be aware: it doesn’t support Apple HomeKit, so if you’re deep into the Apple ecosystem, it might not be for you.
However, you’ll need an Arlo Secure subscription to access cloud recordings and smart alerts. Without it, the camera won’t store footage, which means you won’t be able to view recordings – only live footage. For $7.99 per month, you get 60 days of video history for a single camera and smart alerts for people, packages, pets and more. The $24.99 per month premium plan adds 24/7 emergency response capabilities. The mobile app is where you can do it all: watch live feeds, set traffic zones, turn on the siren, or talk through a two-way microphone. It’s not the most affordable long-term option at this monthly cost, but for $70 up front (plus solar panel), it might be worth it if you want simple, high-quality monitoring without the need for wires.