Whether burglary protection for the home, monitoring pets or as a baby cam - surveillance cameras promise security and control around the clock. But which devices deliver sharp images, work reliably and are also affordable in the long term? Stiftung Warentest tested 22 surveillance cameras with prices ranging from 40 to 300 euros - 15 for outdoors and 7 for indoors.
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Arlo Essential 2 2K Outdoor Camera 2-pack
2560 x 1440 PixelsDelivered tomorrow
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The 4-in-1 security camera for a protected home - the wireless video system, which can be installed in minutes, delivers 2K live color videos day and night. With an Arlo Secure membership (sold separately), you can additionally store video clips in the cloud and access them anytime in the app. Our compact camera captures every movement and notifies you in real-time. Communicate with visitors via two-way audio. Deter intruders with the built-in siren and motion-activated spotlight. With a Secure membership (sold separately), you also receive theft protection insurance. If your camera is stolen, we will replace it for free.
Network camera type | Outdoor surveillance camera |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Advanced functions | Floodlights, Microphone, Motion sensor, Night vision function, Siren, Speakers, Two-way audio |
Type of memory | Cloud |
Network interface | Wi-Fi |
Smart home ecosystem | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, Samsung Smart Things |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Item number | 40799169 |
Manufacturer | Arlo |
Category | Network camera |
Manufacturer No. | VMC3250-100EUS |
Release date | 14.2.2024 |
Sales rank in Category Network camera | 160 of 6308 |
Colour | Black, White |
Material group | Plastic |
Material | Plastic |
Network camera type | Outdoor surveillance camera |
Set size | Camera set |
Camera design | Bullet camera |
Camera resolution | 4 Mpx |
Max. picture resolution | 2560 x 1440 Pixels |
Viewing angle (H) | 110° |
Viewing angle (V) | 60° |
Viewing angle (D) | 130° |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Focal length | 14 mm |
Digital zoom | 12x |
Refresh rate | 24 FPS |
Advanced functions | Floodlights, Microphone, Motion sensor, Night vision function, Siren, Speakers, Two-way audio |
Remote access | App |
Video file formats | mp4 |
Audio formats | mp4 |
Protection type (IP code) | IP65 |
Connection A | USB-C |
Type of memory | Cloud |
Network interface | Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n |
Smart home | Compatible |
Smart home ecosystem | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, Samsung Smart Things |
Communication standard | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, Samsung Smart Things |
Installation place | Ceiling, Wall |
Application range | Outside |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 80.79 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 1.92 |
Number of cameras | 2x |
Scope of delivery | Charging cable, Screw kit, Wall Mount |
Height | 93.70 mm |
Length | 53.05 mm |
Width | 59.32 mm |
Weight | 406 g |
Length | 13.90 cm |
Width | 13.60 cm |
Height | 10.70 cm |
Weight | 704 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 28.Nedis1.9 %
- 29.Arenti2 %
- 30.Arlo2.1 %
- 30.Reolink2.1 %
- 32.Enabot2.4 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 20.Ring3 days
- 20.Ubiquiti3 days
- 24.Arlo4 days
- 24.Hikvision4 days
- 24.Netatmo4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 19.Ring3.5 %
- 21.Amazon3.6 %
- 21.Arlo3.6 %
- 23.Reolink3.8 %
- 24.Imou3.9 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus
Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good85/100
Very good90/100
Overall, the two-pack on sale is suitable for setting up or expanding a larger Arlo surveillance system. Because if you don't need two cameras outdoors, the second device from this set can, as already mentioned, be used indoors without any problems.