Save big on our favorite external security cam

Seeks to secure The perimeter of your rear patio? Our favorite exterior security camera, the Arlo Pro 5 (9/10, Wired recommends) is currently almost half marked. Amazon has the unique camera marked from $ 180 to $ 100, and a camera kit with two cameras marked at $ 130 for even better savings.

The video quality is surprisingly good for an outdoor security camera, with a 1440p output resolution, which is reinforced by a new improved 12 -bit sensor. The result is excellent coverage in dark and shiny areas, without losing details or overexpose. He also has a huge field of vision of 160 degrees, which, according to our criticism, Simon Hill is “almost enough to take [his] Whole garden with a single camera. »»

Notifications and application are also excellent, with a wide variety of features and settings to compose your smart home configuration. You can define activity zones, filter by different events such as people or pets, and modify the sensitivity so that you are not disturbed unless it is absolutely necessary. It quickly takes care of, with notifications for iOS and Android which are detailed and easy to access.

Of course, a good outdoor cam should work well at night, so the Arlo Pro 5 has options for a light projector or a digital night vision. Arlo even offers a color night vision mode, which, according to our criticism, is excellent, although moving objects may seem a little blurred. There is an audio recording and a speaker so that you can make announcements to your visitors, and he even dupplex in case you need to hold a conversation with them.

This model has a rechargeable battery, which unfortunately uses a proprietary load cable. The good news is that each camera should last three or four months in a single load, depending on the frequency you save and the features you use. Unfortunately, you will need a subscription to use all of these sophisticated features, with plans from $ 5 per month for a camera, but we found it worth it for cloud storage and excellent application support. If you are not trying to register for something else, you can always consult our other favorite outdoor security cameras for alternatives.