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Arlo Pro 6 (6th Gen) 2K
Wire-free outdoor home security, driveway and yard monitoring, rental and apartment installs
Overview
The Arlo Pro 6 (6th Gen) is a wire-free 2K indoor and outdoor camera that records HDR video at 2560 x 1440 with a 160° diagonal field of view. A removable rechargeable battery is rated for up to 8 months per charge and supports USB-C charging, including an optional Arlo solar panel. Color night vision comes from an integrated spotlight and dual 850 nm IR LEDs that reach about 25 ft, while AI alerts for people, vehicles, animals and packages require an Arlo Secure plan. The camera connects directly to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi, or to an optional SmartHub for local microSD recording.
Key Highlights
- 2K HDR video at 2560 x 1440 with a 160° diagonal field of view and 12x digital zoom
- Wire-free removable rechargeable battery rated for up to 8 months per charge, with USB-C charging
- Color night vision with an integrated spotlight plus dual 850 nm IR LEDs reaching up to 25 ft (7.6 m)
- Person, vehicle, animal and package alerts with an Arlo Secure Early Warning System plan, plus two-way audio with echo, wind and noise reduction
- Connects directly to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi or to an optional SmartHub for local microSD storage, and works with Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings and IFTTT
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Arlo |
|---|---|
| Model | Arlo Pro 6 (6th Gen) 2K |
| Resolution | 2K (2560 x 1440) HDR |
| Sensor | Not published by Arlo |
| Lens | Not published by Arlo (160° diagonal field of view) |
| Field of View | 160° diagonal |
| Night Vision | Color night vision with integrated spotlight; dual 850 nm IR LEDs up to 25 ft (7.6 m) |
| Video Compression | H.264, H.265 |
| AI Detection | Person, vehicle, animal and package detection (Arlo Secure Early Warning System plan required) |
| PIR Sensor | 1 PIR sensor, 130° horizontal detection |
| Audio | Two-way audio with dual microphones, echo cancellation, wind and noise reduction; built-in siren |
| Battery | Removable rechargeable lithium-ion battery (capacity not published), USB-C charging |
| Battery Life | Up to 8 months per charge (Arlo rating; varies with settings, usage and temperature) |
| Solar Panel | Compatible with Arlo Solar Panel Charger (sold separately) |
| Storage | Local storage via optional Arlo SmartHub or Base Station (microSD, sold separately); cloud recording with an Arlo Secure plan |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, Bluetooth setup, optional Arlo SmartHub or Base Station |
| Network | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz (up to 300 ft line of sight), Bluetooth for setup |
| Ports | 1x USB-C (charging) |
| Smart Home | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT |
| Weather Resistance | Weather resistant (IP rating not published) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F) |
| Weight | 394 g (0.86 lb) |
| Dimensions | 87.1 x 52 x 78.6 mm (3.42 x 2.0 x 3.1 in) |
