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The Best Deal at the End of the Day: Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera

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July 5, 2024
Arlo Essentials camera on a circuit background (Credit: Walmart/PCMag)

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While many of you might still be recovering from the 4th of July festivities, the deals, they never sleep. There are still some lingering sales from the holiday that will hang around for the next couple of days, so you’ve got time to peruse these deals while you enjoy your weekend. Among them is the Arlo Essentials outdoor security camera, which will safeguard your peace of mind.

Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera

$76.00 at Walmart
$149.99 Save $73.99

The Arlo Essential spotlight camera is “a more affordable option from Arlo” that our reviewer rated as "Excellent." This cam offers 1080p video, color night vision, and intelligent motion alerts. It’s basically two devices in one: a security camera and a bright spotlight-siren combo that will ward off intruders. Like many of these smart home security cameras, it requires a subscription to unlock some features (namely recorded video), but if you just want it for the live feed and motion alerts, you don’t have to worry about that. For those who want more features, a basic plan goes for $2.99 per month for a single camera and $9.99 per month for up to five cameras and gives you access to 30 days of video storage and advanced motion detection. The lithium-ion battery lasts up to six months between charges, so you don’t have to worry about recharging it—at least for a while.

Arlo Essentials Camera spotting an intruder
(Credit: Walmart)

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About Jade Chung-Lee

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When she isn't perusing online stores for deals, Jade enjoys playing video games (mostly JRPGs and roguelikes), sorting board game components neatly into containers, and building Gundam models. Her love of electronics has persisted through her youth and has resulted in a collection of gaming peripherals including keyboards and controllers, scale figures, and art work. Jade lives in blissful harmony with her wife, cat, and two chinchillas—as well as a host of houseplants.

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