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Arlo Pro 5S 2K Review 2026

By LanderPilot Editorial Team6 min read
8.7

Arlo Pro 5S 2K: product facts and buying notes

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What We Like

  • 2K HDR video with 160° field of view
  • Colour night vision via integrated spotlight
  • Removable rechargeable battery
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi and IP65 weatherproofing
  • Person, vehicle, animal and package alerts

What We Don't

  • Most useful features locked behind Arlo Secure subscription
  • Local storage requires an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station
  • Premium price for a single camera

Quick Specs

Resolution
2K (2560×1440) HDR
Field of view
160° diagonal
Night vision
Colour night vision + IR
Power
Removable rechargeable battery (solar optional)
Connectivity
Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz)
Weatherproofing
IP65
Local storage
microSD via SmartHub / Base Station
Cloud & subscription
Arlo Secure from $7.99/mo
Smart alerts
Person, vehicle, animal, package
Audio
Two-way audio with noise cancellation

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Arlo Pro 5S 2K require a subscription?

No — live view and basic motion alerts work without a subscription. Cloud recording, 30-day history and AI smart alerts require Arlo Secure, which starts at $7.99 per month.

Can the Arlo Pro 5S 2K record locally?

Yes. With an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station you can record to a microSD card or USB drive for subscription-free local storage.

Is the battery removable?

Yes. The rechargeable battery slides out, so you can swap in a spare instead of taking the camera down to charge it.

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