Arlo Pro 5

17 reviews

Jun, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 17 reviews of Arlo Pro 5. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews.

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Arlo Pro 5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by (t3.com)

Arlo Pro 5 review: one of the finest smart security cameras on the market

The Arlo Pro 5 is a powerful outdoor security camera for protecting your property, with only initial set up niggles

High-quality images ; Accurate notifications ; Great battery life

Fiddly set-up ; No direct Apple Homekit integration ; Requires subscription

The Arlo Pro 5 is one of the best security cameras on the market. It not only delivers crystal clear images, day or night, but it also leaves you safe in the knowledge that you will be protected through its alerts and able to react if needed. If only...

Jun, 2023

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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Arlo Pro 5 review: 5 or 5S, this camera is better than ever

One of the best home security cameras around.

Great quality video ; Easy installation ; Works as a standalone camera

Basically the same as the Pro 4 ; Needs Arlo Secure subscription

The Arlo Pro 5 produces video that's of a noticeably higher quality than the Arlo Pro 4, so if you're choosing between the two, it's an easy choice. Best served with an Arlo Secure subscription, this is a smart camera, able to standalone or part of a...

Aug, 2023

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Expert review by : Dan Grabham (stuff.tv)

Arlo Pro 5 review: video you can rely on

Arlo's latest cam can see more detail, so you can find out which rascal smashed that pane in your greenhouse

Excellent video quality ; Well-designed ; Easy setup ; Low-power mode useful

Expensive ; Settings can be confusing

Welcome improvements come to an already-great camera.

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Alfred Siew (techgoondu.com)

Arlo Pro 5 review: Improved battery and dual-band Wi-Fi support - Techgoondu Arlo Pro 5 review: Improved battery and dual-band Wi-Fi support

The Arlo Pro 5 has its limitations and it does require a monthly cost but the convenience it offers will win over users. The new Arlo Pro 5 wireless camera promises longer battery life and supports dual-band Wi-Fi. PHOTO: Alfred Siew The Arlo Pro 5...

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by : sami (oxgadgets.com)

Arlo Pro 5

Arlo Pro 5 is the latest offering Arlo, improving on the already impressive Arlo Pro 4 camera, offering better resolution, better ability to see at night, as well as improved battery life. It connects seamlessly to your WiFi router, allowing easy...

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Simon Hill (wired.com)

Review: Arlo Pro 5

The best outdoor security camera just got slightly better, as Arlo adds enhanced night vision and longer battery life.

Stunning video quality. Best notifications in the business. Slick app. Quick-to-load live feed. Wide smart-home support. Color night vision. Includes spotlight and siren. Person, animal, vehicle, and package detection.

Expensive. Requires a subscription. Proprietary charging cable.

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Trevor Long (eftm.com.au)

Arlo Pro 5 Security Camera Review - A Vision for the future

Sometimes with technology the differences aren't in the technical specifications, but in the totality of the package, and in the case of the Arlo Pro 5 it

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Stephen Fenech (techguide.com.au)

Arlo Pro 5 2K Spotlight Security Camera review - step up in quality and protection

95% Design The Arlo Pro 5 2K Wire-free Spotlight Security Camera offers a lot of bang for your buck and provide a complete security system that's easy to install and easy to manage within an excellent ecosystem. Pros Clear video quality Easy to install...

Clear video quality ; Easy to install ; Wide viewing angle ; Excellent companion app

Setting rules in app could be easier

The Arlo Pro 5 2K Wire-free Spotlight Security Camera offers a lot of bang for your buck and provide a complete security system that’s easy to install and easy to manage within an excellent ecosystem. The Arlo Pro 5 2K Wire-free Spotlight Security...

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : David Richards (smarthouse.com.au)

REVIEW: Arlo Pro 5 2K Security Camera - REVIEW: Arlo Pro 5 2K Security Camera

During the past month I have been testing the new Arlo Pro 5 2K security camera, which is a major improvement on past Arlo cameras because, I suspect, there has been a significant improvement in processor and capture software. What's nice about Arlo...

Apr, 2023

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