

This is Google's first battery-powered security camera, and we're pleased to say its battery holds up well in tests. Read our full Arlo Pro 4 review to learn more.

The price plays a major role in the Reolink Argus 3 Pro claiming the top spot on our list-something Arlo held for many years. This makes it a more affordable choice, though it's still more expensive than the average wireless camera (including some Arlo cameras). While you have to pay for cloud video storage on the Arlo Pro 4, it's one of the more affordable subscriptions out there at $2.99 a month.Īrlo 4 fixes the biggest drawback of Arlo Pro 3 in that it no longer requires a base station, which was available only when buying two or more cameras. And the magnetic wall mount makes it easy to install anywhere. It's a breeze to set up, thanks to a helpful tutorial in the Arlo app. Its 2K video captures more detail than 1080p outdoor cameras and records clear video any time of day, thanks to infrared night vision and a built-in spotlight. The Arlo Pro 4 is an excellent battery-powered camera, especially if you want a quick setup, multiple cameras, and outstanding video quality. Read our in-depth review of the Reolink Argus 3 Pro to learn more. Overall we found setup easy, and the camera outperformed our expectations, so we're enormous fans of Reolink. Its starlight night vision gives you clear images up to 33 feet without extra ambient light. It even boasts compatibility with smart home platforms like Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. Our test wasn't exactly taxing on the cameras, so you can expect to drain the battery in a month or two under normal conditions.ĭuring our tests, we noticed that this camera lacks motion zones and has a narrower field of view (122º) than average, but it's still one of the best choices for most folks. This contrasts with our experience of batteries draining fairly quickly if you record or view video often without a solar panel accessory. The local storage helps reduce the camera's Wi-Fi usage (which chews through batteries) for better performance overall. It outlasted Arlo Pro 4 in long-term battery tests, which is another notch in Reolink's belt. Still, it lacks a removable battery like Arlo Pro 4 and Ring Stick Up Cam-you can't quickly swap in a spare. This camera uses a rechargeable battery or solar power, so you have a lot of flexibility for camera placement. Its 2K video resolution, larger battery, and support for 5 GHz Wi-Fi give the Arlo Pro 4 a run for its money. We highly recommend the Reolink Argus 3 Pro over the normal Reolink Argus 3.
