Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) vs Arlo Pro 6 comparison

Updated July 2026

Data from Amazon and official Arlo site.

2026 verdict

Across the 2026 comparison, Arlo Pro 6 earns the nod over Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) on the strength of price, rating, and connectivity. It wins the broader comparison through price, rating, and connectivity, while 2K video and HDR help confirm the result. Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize battery life above everything else here. That makes Arlo Pro 6 the clearer recommendation in 2026.

Arlo

Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen)

€165.55

Buy on Amazon Germany

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Pro 6

$124.00

Buy on Amazon USA

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Feature	Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen)	Arlo Pro 6	Winner
Price	€165.55	$124.00	Arlo Pro 6
Rating	3.8	4.1	Arlo Pro 6
Battery Life	16 months	8 months	Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen)
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi	Arlo Pro 6
2K Video	NO	YES	Arlo Pro 6
HDR	NO	YES	Arlo Pro 6
Light	Spotlight	YES	Tie
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Weather Resistance	YES	YES	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie
Solar Charging	NO	NO	Tie
Storage	Cloud	Cloud	Tie

Arlo

Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen)

€165.55

Buy on Amazon Germany

+ Battery Life: 16 months
- Price: €165.55 vs $124.00
- Rating: 3.8 vs 4.1

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Pro 6

$124.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $124.00
+ Rating: 4.1
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
- Battery Life: 8 months vs 16 months

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) or Arlo Pro 6?

Arlo Pro 6 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) and Arlo Pro 6?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) lists €165.55, while Arlo Pro 6 lists $124.00.

Which one looks better on price?

Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) is listed at €165.55, while Arlo Pro 6 is listed at $124.00. Arlo Pro 6 (better spec).

Who should buy Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen)?

Choose Arlo Essential XL HD (2nd Gen) if your priority is battery life and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Arlo Pro 6?

Choose Arlo Pro 6 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.

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