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Posted: 6/27/2017 8:15:53 AM EDT
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Where you really want to ask: Safes & Home Security Board
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Posted: 6/27/2017 8:17:18 AM EDT
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No, but I just got my Amcrest security cameras and NVR, and I'm really impressed with their quality. The software, hardware, setup, it all exceeds expectations. Glad I chose 720P for wireless since it uses less bandwidth.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 8:18:16 AM EDT
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The blink xt is what you seek, from my 40 + bours of internet study.. lol
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Posted: 6/27/2017 8:18:21 AM EDT
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Where you really want to ask: Safes & Home Security Board |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:07:11 AM EDT
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I really like the arlo pro. Easy set up, decent quality, 7 days free storage. I'm two months into a factory charged set of battery's at 80%.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:18:02 AM EDT
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I have a 2 cam Arlo setup.
Outside of constant software updates and random detection problems, I'm happy. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:20:29 AM EDT
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I have a 2 cam Arlo setup. Outside of constant software updates and random detection problems, I'm happy. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:20:32 AM EDT
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I saw the Arlo Pro too, at Costco, and read some good and mediorcre stuff about hem. Wonder if there isn't any direct experience too.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:20:49 AM EDT
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I'm very pleased with my arlo pro cameras.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:25:45 AM EDT
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No, but I just got my Amcrest security cameras and NVR, and I'm really impressed with their quality. The software, hardware, setup, it all exceeds expectations. Glad I chose 720P for wireless since it uses less bandwidth. Quality is far from a high quality system, but for $99 it's hard to beat. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:28:00 AM EDT
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Reolink. Saw this on Arfcom. Got one. Excellent.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:29:16 AM EDT
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I wish they would come out with a solar panel to deal with battery issues and a damn door bell camera like ring! Their cameras and system seem to be better than the Ring Stick Up cameras, but I want a couple system with the door bell camera too.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:34:10 AM EDT
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I don't have one myself, but have reviewed the video from one last week. Very good quality video in the dark, that allowed me to solve a commercial burglary in about ten minutes after getting to the scene.
Of course, it also helps when the offender on the video is a well known crack head, who has been to prison three times in the past for burglaries and thefts. 
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:37:00 AM EDT
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i have four of the Arlo Pro cameras and have mixed feelings about them.
Pros: truly wireless. No power cable or network cable needed Small cameras that can be placed anywhere Easy to mount with magnetic wall mounts Very easy to set up Mobile app is user-friendly and gives access to the whole system Multiple custom recording modes Cons: Picture quality even on highest setting is not that great Does not record while live viewing. if used indoors, battery life lasts about a week Extra batteries are costly ($50) limited field for motion detection In my opinion, you trade off some important features due to the convenience of the system being truly wireless. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:39:48 AM EDT
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I have the battery powered Arlo system. My attic is extremely hard to navigate, so that's why I didn't go with a hard wired system. Pretty good overall. Clear video, easy setup. Sometimes random videos are taken which is annoying.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:42:36 AM EDT
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i have four of the Arlo Pro cameras and have mixed feelings about them. Pros: truly wireless. No power cable or network cable needed Small cameras that can be placed anywhere Easy to mount with magnetic wall mounts Very easy to set up Mobile app is user-friendly and gives access to the whole system Multiple custom recording modes Cons: Picture quality even on highest setting is not that great Does not record while live viewing. if used indoors, battery life lasts about a week Extra batteries are costly ($50) limited field for motion detection In my opinion, you trade off some important features due to the convenience of the system being truly wireless. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:44:15 AM EDT
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shit I completely forgot we had that subforum |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 9:47:25 AM EDT
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For those with the Arlo system here is a great place to purchase the CR123 in bulk. Battery Station CR123 I've purchased from them many times. Battery is USA made in the same factory as many other name brands.
You can also look into rechargeable CR123, but their mAH capacity is terrible compared to a primary lithium CR123. My girlfriend has 8 or so of these cameras, we like them quite a lot. I'd personally prefer a way to store data locally, or where ever I want, instead of the cloud based offering. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:00:15 AM EDT
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Bought two of the Arlo units a few months ago. Mainly for when we're away from home. One outdoor, one indoor. They are only on when we're not at home, batteries are still 75% or better. Motion detection outside is good, it always triggers when we walk onto the porch. The inside camera, however, will not trigger via our cats. It picks us up, but not the cats.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:08:16 AM EDT
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I don't have the Pro, but my "regular" Arlo cam is very good. I have mine set at the mid-range quality setting, and it's more than good enough (720p, I think) to identify people's faces even at 20 feet. IR "night vision" is a little limited, but still pretty darn good.I have mine set up to send me a notification whenever it detects motion, and it works well.
My batteries lasted over 6 months the first time, and you can get good batteries (Panasonic) for a little over a dollar apiece at Walmart online. I'm very pleased with it. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:18:36 AM EDT
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I've run a 4 camera Arlo system for 2 years and I'm very happy with it. I just upgraded one of my cameras to the pro and it works very well.I will post a sample video[.
https://arlo.netgear.com/hmsweb/users/library/share/link/920C18AC1B23D980_201706 |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:20:57 AM EDT
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i have four of the Arlo Pro cameras and have mixed feelings about them. Pros: truly wireless. No power cable or network cable needed Small cameras that can be placed anywhere Easy to mount with magnetic wall mounts Very easy to set up Mobile app is user-friendly and gives access to the whole system Multiple custom recording modes Cons: Picture quality even on highest setting is not that great Does not record while live viewing. if used indoors, battery life lasts about a week Extra batteries are costly ($50) limited field for motion detection In my opinion, you trade off some important features due to the convenience of the system being truly wireless. Does anyone have video of the quality you get? is it 1080p? |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:25:27 AM EDT
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thank you for this. I suspect I will have to compromise on something regardless of what system I buy. Does anyone have video of the quality you get? is it 1080p? |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:35:52 AM EDT
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I've run a 4 camera Arlo system for 2 years and I'm very happy with it. I just upgraded one of my cameras to the pro and it works very well.I will post a sample video[. https://arlo.netgear.com/hmsweb/users/library/share/link/920C18AC1B23D980_201706 |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:51:10 AM EDT
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Reolink. Saw this on Arfcom. Got one. Excellent. very happy with them. Eta. After reading some of the responses here it is far superior to the Arlo. Not sure of price of arlo but you 4 HIGH quality cameras and nvr for around $500. Well worth the price. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:54:54 AM EDT
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Another +1 for the Arlo Pro.
Ease of setup, completely wireless (I had a (older) wired camera system previously and it was a PITA to install), good battery life, and the app is decent. The 2-way audio is nice. We've had it for a few weeks now. Image/video quality is good enough. I turn off the motion detection when we're home. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:57:36 AM EDT
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Reolink. Saw this on Arfcom. Got one. Excellent. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 10:59:01 AM EDT
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Another +1 for the Arlo Pro. Ease of setup, completely wireless (I had a (older) wired camera system previously and it was a PITA to install), good battery life, and the app is decent. The 2-way audio is nice. We've had it for a few weeks now. Image/video quality is good enough. I turn off the motion detection when we're home. reolink came with a warning about hooking the mic up. PA is a 2 party consent state. This only applies to Audio. Not video. So if your security footage is needed in court it would be instantly tossed out if it included audio. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:08:23 AM EDT
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What?
You just trying to keep people from littering on Thanksgiving? |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:15:59 AM EDT
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What that setting on highest quality? I have to say I'm not that impressed, couldn't even make out one number on that license plate. I don't need crystal clear 8k video, but I would like something that looks better than a 80s home video. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:25:20 AM EDT
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I'll be the odd man out regarding Arlo. Mine is hit or miss after three months usage. I would absolutely not trust it as a serious security camera.
As others have mentioned, it records on a hit or miss basis. It often, in my experience, misses events entirely...and I'm referring to cars and trucks pulling in the driveway where it is mounted. It is also slow to begin recording. I know the system thoroughly, and how it is supposed to be set up. That knowledge has come from having to deal with its many shortcomings for so long. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:35:21 AM EDT
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My system uses Hikvision cameras connected to a dedicated PC running Blue Iris software. It has all the functionality you're looking for, but my cameras aren't wireless.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:53:47 AM EDT
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Yup...you might get a reply next week or so. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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shit I completely forgot we had that subforum 
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Posted: 6/27/2017 11:54:09 AM EDT
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:02:57 PM EDT
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I have Arlo. I only got it a week ago, but I like it.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:07:12 PM EDT
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another vote for Arlo. I love my system.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:16:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryArlo runs on batteries.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:31:10 PM EDT
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I've read that motion detect recording often has a delay and that oncoming motion may not trigger them. True? |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:33:08 PM EDT
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I wish they would come out with a solar panel to deal with battery issues and a damn door bell camera like ring! Their cameras and system seem to be better than the Ring Stick Up cameras, but I want a couple system with the door bell camera too. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 12:35:33 PM EDT
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I have the battery powered Arlo system. My attic is extremely hard to navigate, so that's why I didn't go with a hard wired system. Pretty good overall. Clear video, easy setup. Sometimes random videos are taken which is annoying. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 1:20:39 PM EDT
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Reolink is arfcom approved! very happy with them. Eta. After reading some of the responses here it is far superior to the Arlo. Not sure of price of arlo but you 4 HIGH quality cameras and nvr for around $500. Well worth the price. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 1:21:11 PM EDT
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I also went with this after tons or research, mine will be delivered today and installed this weekend! Hope it's as good as everyone says! |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 1:33:53 PM EDT
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I'd like to hear how the installation goes for you |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 2:51:03 PM EDT
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Here's a clip from my (non-Pro) Arlo showing my old white-haired ass walking out of the garage and waving. Not 4K or anything , but plenty good enough for security IMO.
Arlo EDIT: I forgot to say this is the highest-quality setting. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:05:34 PM EDT
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Four camera Arlo Pro here.
Works as advertised for me. Had to recharge batteries after six months, all cameras are inside. Geo-fencing option turns the system from unarmed to armed and back to unarmed as you come and go. Easy set-up. Good to go. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:09:18 PM EDT
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I love my Reolink system. Rock solid reliable.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:17:45 PM EDT
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I might see if costco has the arlo, I'll try it out and see if I like it. Costcos return policy is pretty damn good so if I'm not happy I can return it.
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:17:57 PM EDT
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I got the Night Owl system from Costco, with 4 cameras. I also added a PTZ camera to the system.
1080p and IR at night. I will have to say I am impressed. Two months now, and not a single problem. Even the PC program and the Android apps have worked flawlessly! Only issue is that here in S Ga in the summer, the bugs will keep setting off the motion at night since they are attracted to the IR light, but that would be an issue on any system. Yes, you can turn down sensitivity, but then you would not get motion recording when you really needed it. The HDD is big enough that it really does not matter. After 2 months, even with the bug problem, the HDD is only 20% used. Wiring Hint: Use these to run cat 6 cable instead of the bulky cables! Baluns |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:18:22 PM EDT
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I love my Reolink system. Rock solid reliable. |
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Posted: 6/27/2017 3:23:05 PM EDT
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Check out the Nest Outdoor cameras. You do have to find a place to hide the power cord and be close enough to your WiFi.
The network storage pricing plan is: 10-day video history $10 a month or $100 a year for your first camera per home. $5 a month ($50 a year) for each additional camera 30-day video history $30 a month or $300 a year for your first camera per home. $15 a month ($150 a year) for each additional camera. You can access your camera and save video clips from anywhere you have internet access. It has come in handy for us whenever we have people come up to the house that we don't know. We can make a clip and save it for future use. Here is Mr UPS Man at night time: Here is some asswipe walking through my bushes: |
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