The updated Arlo Essential Indoor Camera offers a few perks not found on its predecessor, but should you replace your existing cameras? Here’s what to know.
Arlo recently refreshed its popular Essential Indoor Camera, offering a new design, lower price, and a few other premium perks. The original Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 1 was one of the best indoor cameras around — is the Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 2 a worthy successor?
Here’s a closer look at the Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 1 and Gen 2 to help you decide if you should upgrade or look elsewhere for your security needs.Pricing and monthly fees
The Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 1 costs $100, though it’s regularly on sale for $60 following the launch of the Gen 2. The Gen 2 camera is available in two formats. The HD version costs $40, while the 2K version costs $80 (though this is often on sale for $60).
Both the Gen 1 and Gen 2 cameras are supported by Arlo Secure. This monthly subscription plan starts at $5 per month for a single camera on the Secure plan and maxes out at $25 per month for unlimited cameras on the Safe & Secure Pro plan. Opting for the entry-level Secure plan is almost a necessity, as it unlocks 30 days of cloud video history, animated preview notifications, smart activity zones, and audio detection of alarms, among other perks.
