Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) vs Reolink RLC-810A

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Arlo and Reolink sites.

2026 verdict

Taken as a whole in 2026, Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) wins this matchup. It separates itself most clearly on price, color night vision, and alerts, while still looking better on light and talk & listen. Reolink RLC-810A still makes sense if rating, warranty, and 4k video is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen). That makes Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) the clearer recommendation in 2026.

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$99.99

$69.99

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Reolink

Reolink RLC-810A

$89.99

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Feature	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)	Reolink RLC-810A	Winner
Price	$69.99	$89.99	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)
Rating	4.0	4.5	Reolink RLC-810A
Warranty	1 year	2 years	Reolink RLC-810A
4K Video	NO	YES	Reolink RLC-810A
Color Night Vision	YES	NO	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)
RTSP	NO	YES	Reolink RLC-810A
Alerts	Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Packages, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound	Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)
Light	Spotlight	NO	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)
Talk & Listen	YES	NO	Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)
Customizable Motion Zones	Subscription required	YES	Reolink RLC-810A
Weather Resistance	YES	IP67	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)

30% OFF

$99.99

$69.99

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+ Price: $69.99
+ Color Night Vision: YES
+ Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Packages, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound
- Rating: 4.0 vs 4.5
- Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years

Reolink

Reolink RLC-810A

$89.99

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+ Rating: 4.5
+ Warranty: 2 years
+ 4K Video: YES
- Price: $89.99 vs $69.99
- Color Night Vision: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) or Reolink RLC-810A?: Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, color night vision, and alerts.
What is the biggest difference between Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) and Reolink RLC-810A?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) lists $69.99, while Reolink RLC-810A lists $89.99.
Which one looks better on price?: Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) is listed at $69.99, while Reolink RLC-810A is listed at $89.99. Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) (better spec).
Who should buy Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen)?: Choose Arlo Essential 2K (2nd Gen) if your priority is price and color night vision and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Reolink RLC-810A?: Choose Reolink RLC-810A if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.