Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026
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| Feature | Aqara Camera G100 | Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.99 | $59.99 | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.5 | Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi | Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Cloud | Aqara Camera G100 |
| RTSP | YES | NO | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Glass breaking Sound, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound | Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) |
| Local Control | YES | NO | Aqara Camera G100 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP65 | Tie |
| PoE | NO | NO | Tie |
| Solar Charging | NO | NO | Tie |
| 2K Video | YES | YES | Tie |
The Aqara Camera G100 wins overall on price, storage and RTSP. The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) wins on owner feedback, connectivity and alerts.
Movement and storage. The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) pans 360° and tilts 180°, but has no card slot, while the fixed Aqara Camera G100 records to microSD and supports RTSP.
Yes, both are rated IP65 and both offer 2K video with color night vision and a light.
The Aqara Camera G100 works with Apple Home directly, and Matter support is listed as an upcoming OTA update. The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt (Outdoor) needs an Arlo SmartHub for Apple Home.
Buyers who want local recording, RTSP for an NVR or Home Assistant, and a lower cost.
Arlo users who want one camera to pan across a wide area with smart sound alerts.
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