Arlo VMS4230P-100NAS Pro 2 - Wireless Home Security Camera System with Siren, Rechargeable, Night Vision, Indoor/Outdoor, 1080p, 2-Way Audio, Wall Mount, Cloud Storage Included, 2 Camera Kit

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I like security systems that are as hands-free as possible and it seems like the Arlo Pro 2 is just that. That said, if you're looking for versatile, battery-powered Wi-Fi cams that don't require voice control, the Arlo Pro 2's are worth considering.

Plus if anything were to break down, I don’t want to have to go through a complicated manual just to figure out how to reboot everything. There’s a good amount of customization available as well, like custom motion zones, on-screen zooming, 2-way audio or a siren feature. To determine, which camera is better, it really depends on whether or not you need an outdoor camera or prefer a camera with crisp night vision.Opt for the Arlo Pro 2 with a base station and you’ll get seven days of free cloud storage and a loud siren built into the hub, too. As well as video detection, you can turn on sound detection, with the Arlo Pro 2 recording and sending an alert when a loud noise is heard.

Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. I plugged in my hub to the Internet using an Ethernet cable, pressed all the sync buttons, and waited for every device to get connected. IFTTT, SmartThings, Stringify and Wink are smart-home apps that coordinate your security cameras with other smart appliances around the house. The Pro 2 uses the same Android and iOS app as every other Arlo camera and can be accessed via a web browser as well. Arlo Cameras also sit comfortably on a flat surface if placing your camera on a shelf provides a better view of your space.By comparison, the Arlo Q's night vision had similarly very good contrast, detail and exposure, though motion looked blurred. To charge the battery, bring the camera inside and plug the included charging adapter into the power jack located just below the battery compartment. According to the system's specifications, cameras need to be within 300 feet of the base station, but that maximum distance is only if there are no intervening walls or other physical obstructions (which is unlikely in most homes or businesses). When deciding between the Arlo Pro or Arlo Pro 2, your main consideration should be where will I install the cameras, and will they be plugged in?