Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)
Exact average 78.8 · 5 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 78
Image: Arlo6 professional reviewers tested the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), and 5 recommend it. Most praised: easy setup and ease of use. Most common complaint: subscription costs.
Reviewed by Good Housekeeping UK, Bob Vila, PCMag Middle East and 3 more
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What 6 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 85Good Housekeeping UK
Rated best for ease of installation in a tested roundup, with great video and fast phone calls on a press, though it lacks color night vision and a swappable battery.
Read Good Housekeeping UK review - 81Bob Vila
In a tested roundup, the Arlo 2nd Gen doorbell earned the easiest-setup pick thanks to excellent in-app guidance and quick alerts.
Read Bob Vila review - 80PCMag Middle East
A well-priced wireless doorbell with sharp video and smart alerts that earned an Editors' Choice, held back by the subscription needed for recordings and no HomeKit or color night vision.
Read PCMag Middle East review - 74Linkd Home
A well-rounded doorbell with flawless audio and reliable detection, but compression hurts video clarity, and live view and wake-up are slow.
Read Linkd Home review - 70Android Central
A solid, affordable all-rounder with easy setup and reliable service, held back by mandatory paid cloud storage and no local option.
Read Android Central review - 83est.Tom's Guide
A sharp, well-rounded doorbell with good zoom, audio and broad smart-home support, but the reviewer objects strongly that key features are locked behind a paid plan.
Read Tom's Guide review
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Common questions
Is the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) worth it?
Most critics think so: 5 of 6 recommend it. Video history needs a subscription.
Do critics agree about the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (Android Central) to 85 (Good Housekeeping UK), a spread of 15 points across 6 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.
What do critics dislike about the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
Subscription costs (3 of 6 reviews), Battery life (2 of 6 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (critic score 85), top pick, narrowly.