Smart detection features ; Color night vision adds more detail ; Wi-Fi direct connection ditches the hub ; Tough weather-resistant construction

3-second live feed delay ; No removable battery

Simple set-up, good audio and picture quality and lots of smart features, including the ability to share videos with others. Good integration with various smart home ecosystems, and the camera can run for a year on a single charge.

Few features without Arlo Smart Plan. The camera must be removed when charging the battery.

The Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera is an excellent surveillance camera at the price and can be used both at home and outdoors. The camera is easy to set up, works without a hub and delivers excellent sound and image quality.