Floodlight cameras are helpful for spotting and ideally, deterring intruders, but they typically require some kind of wiring. The new Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera is billed as the first truly wireless option of its kind you can put it where you need it without any messy connections. About the only hassle is having to recharge the battery.
It can record 2K video with HDR to ensure that you clearly see a would-be burglar, and provide color night vision when conventional black-and-white isn’t enough. You can also expect “superior” brightness and an ambient light sensor that adjusts the floodlight’s strength based on surrounding light. As you’d expect, there’s two-way audio to ward off suspicious types.
The camera debuts this spring for a competitive $250. As with many connected security cams, though, you may want a subscription to make the most of the Pro 3 Floodlight Camera. You only get a three-month trial of Arlo Smart, which offers a rolling 30 days of cloud recordings plus upgraded object detection. After that, you’re looking at $3 per month for one camera $10 per month for up to five to maintain those perks.
