Abstract: The Good Housekeeping Institute Media and Tech lab tested 25 indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi smart security cameras. Cameras were evaluated based on ease of use, performance, style, and durability. We tested video quality under multiple light settings, each came...
Published: 2017-04-15, Author: Jim , review by: wegotserved.com
The Arlo Q is a good addition to Netgear's Arlo range and brings some useful features. The cable may seem like a hindrance, but you gain continuous video recording and a permanent power source. The Arlo range remains super-easy to configure and manage...
Good video quality, well designed app, relatively long cloud history available without subscription,
Poor real time viewing performance
The NETGEAR Arlo Q is a capable camera with generous non-subscription offerings. However, it falls short in real time viewing performance, making it a poor pet camera...
The Arlo Q camera fills a gap in the portfolio by solving the battery replacement issues inherent in the purely wireless cameras. For environments that can plug in a camera, the Q does very nicely in the home or small business, whereas the Q Plus leverage...
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Published: 2016-08-05, Author: Chris , review by: gadgetreview.com
As far as IP cameras go, the Netgear Arlo Q is fairly basic; but that's not necessarily a bad thing. It does exactly what you need it to (watch your house/kids/pets while you're away), and immediately alerts you to any danger via email or text.The price m...
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Published: 2016-05-31, Author: John , review by: pcmag.com
Easy to install, Detailed HD images, Good night vision, Email and push notifications, Free cloud storage, Supports IFTTT
Pricey, Some response lag
The Netgear Arlo Q is a pricey home security camera that delivers sharp, colorful 1080p daytime imagery and clear night vision video...
Simple, trouble-free setup, Intuitive, flexible scheduling, Unusual level of control over motion detection, scheduling, Excellent video quality, Generous free cloud plan, Easy social sharing of videos
Single-user mobile app, Difficult Custom Mode setup, Activity Zones not part of motion-detection controls, Timeline requires expensive subscription
Although it's one of the most expensive security cameras, the Arlo Q is nonetheless a great value for the level of video quality, power and flexibility it offers — and because most users won't need to pay anything for cloud storage.By contrast, the Nest C...
Published: 2016-05-04, Author: Christopher , review by: swemod.com
Abstract: Netgear is continuing their line of security cameras and their latest release is the Arlo Q, in their Arlo series. While the original Arlo was very successful and featured a complete wireless design, WiFi and powered by batteries, some didn't like that th...