Is the Arlo Ultra worth it over the Arlo Pro 4?

The Ultra adds 4K resolution, a 180-degree view and a spotlight. The Pro 4 is 2K and cheaper. Choose the Ultra if detail at distance matters; otherwise the Pro 4 saves money.

Does it work without a base station?

No. The Ultra needs an Arlo SmartHub or base station to connect and record. The camera alone will not stream to the app.

How long does the battery last?

Arlo rates the battery for months of typical use, but heavy 4K recording and live viewing shorten that to weeks. A spare battery helps.

A typical kit includes the camera, a rechargeable battery, a mounting kit and a charging cable. The SmartHub is included only in bundles that list it.

Does it need a subscription?

You get a short free cloud trial. After that, cloud recording and advanced alerts need an Arlo Secure plan; local storage on a SmartHub works without one.

Arlo cameras usually drop during Black Friday, Prime Day and back-to-school sales. Bundles with the SmartHub often cost little more than the camera alone.

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Name: Arlo Ultra Battery Powered Security Camera
Brand: Arlo
Rating: 4.5 (119 reviews)

Arlo Ultra Battery Powered Security Camera

An Arlo Ultra battery-powered security camera for the renter or homeowner who wants wire-free coverage without an installer.

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Specs

Night Vision: Yes
Motion Sensing: Yes
With Wi-Fi: Yes
Color: White
Assistant Support: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Use: Residential
Field Of View: 180° field of view
Frame Rate: 24 fps
With Audio: Yes
Location: Outdoor Use

About the Arlo Ultra Battery Powered Security Camera

The Arlo Ultra is a 4K battery-powered security camera with a 180-degree field of view, color night vision and a built-in spotlight. It works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant and is aimed at homeowners who want sharp detail without wiring. The battery is removable and rechargeable, and the camera needs an Arlo SmartHub or base station to record and stream. It is a premium model, so expect to pay more than for Arlo's 1080p and 2K cameras.

Best forHomeowners who want 4K detail for faces and license platesRenters who cannot run camera wiringLarge yards and driveways needing a 180-degree viewAlexa and Google Assistant households

Pros

4K video gives clear detail for identifying people and plates
180-degree view covers a wide area with one camera
Color night vision and spotlight help at night
Removable rechargeable battery avoids wiring
Works with Alexa and Google Assistant

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Arlo Ultra Battery Powered Security Camera

An Arlo Ultra battery-powered security camera for the renter or homeowner who wants wire-free coverage without an installer.

Deal score 7.1 · Great deal

$249.99$500.00 Best Buy's regular price

You save $250.01 at Best Buy

Deal.ai's agents found this deal on November 6. The store may have changed its price since.

Why it's a great deal

Best Buy lists its regular price at $500.00: 50% off by its own figures
Rated 4.5 out of 5 by 119 buyers

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Best BuyNew
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$249.99Observed at 9:27 AM
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Specs

Night Vision: Yes
Motion Sensing: Yes
With Wi-Fi: Yes
Color: White
Assistant Support: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Use: Residential
Field Of View: 180° field of view
Frame Rate: 24 fps
With Audio: Yes
Location: Outdoor Use

About the Arlo Ultra Battery Powered Security Camera

Best forHomeowners who want 4K detail for faces and license platesRenters who cannot run camera wiringLarge yards and driveways needing a 180-degree viewAlexa and Google Assistant households

Pros

4K video gives clear detail for identifying people and plates
180-degree view covers a wide area with one camera
Color night vision and spotlight help at night
Removable rechargeable battery avoids wiring
Works with Alexa and Google Assistant

Cons

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What reviewers say

4.5 / 5119 ratings

Owners rate the Ultra highly, with 4.8 out of 5 from 25 ratings. They praise the sharp 4K picture and wide view, and many accept the battery and hub requirements as the cost of a wire-free setup.

Pros

Sharp 4K image quality
Wide 180-degree field of view
Reliable motion alerts
Easy wire-free mounting

Cons

Battery drains quickly with heavy 4K use
Hub required and sold separately
Subscription needed for cloud recordings

Questions and answers

Is the Arlo Ultra worth it over the Arlo Pro 4?: The Ultra adds 4K resolution, a 180-degree view and a spotlight. The Pro 4 is 2K and cheaper. Choose the Ultra if detail at distance matters; otherwise the Pro 4 saves money.
Does it work without a base station?: No. The Ultra needs an Arlo SmartHub or base station to connect and record. The camera alone will not stream to the app.
How long does the battery last?: Arlo rates the battery for months of typical use, but heavy 4K recording and live viewing shorten that to weeks. A spare battery helps.
What is in the box?: A typical kit includes the camera, a rechargeable battery, a mounting kit and a charging cable. The SmartHub is included only in bundles that list it.
Does it need a subscription?: You get a short free cloud trial. After that, cloud recording and advanced alerts need an Arlo Secure plan; local storage on a SmartHub works without one.
When is it cheapest?: Arlo cameras usually drop during Black Friday, Prime Day and back-to-school sales. Bundles with the SmartHub often cost little more than the camera alone.