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Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight vs Eufy SoloCam E42

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Arlo and Eufy sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Eufy SoloCam E42 over Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight, driven by price, storage, and 4K video. It has the clearer edge on price, storage, and 4K video, and it stays ahead on RTSP. The only strong reason to choose Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight is if rating, HDR, and privacy zone are more important to you than the overall verdict. As a general recommendation, Eufy SoloCam E42 comes out on top.
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FeatureArlo Pro 3 FloodlightEufy SoloCam E42Winner
Price$149.99$119.98Eufy SoloCam E42
Rating4.24.1Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight
StorageCloudInternal, MicroSD Card Slot, CloudEufy SoloCam E42
4K VideoNOYESEufy SoloCam E42
HDRYESNOArlo Pro 3 Floodlight
RTSPNOYESEufy SoloCam E42
Privacy ZoneYESNOArlo Pro 3 Floodlight
Solar ChargingSold separatelyYESTie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceIP65IP65Tie
PoENONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFiTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight or Eufy SoloCam E42?

Eufy SoloCam E42 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, storage, and 4K video.

What is the biggest difference between Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight and Eufy SoloCam E42?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight lists $149.99, while Eufy SoloCam E42 lists $119.98.

Which one looks better on price?

Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight is listed at $149.99, while Eufy SoloCam E42 is listed at $119.98. Eufy SoloCam E42 (better spec).

Who should buy Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight?

Choose Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight if your priority is rating and HDR and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Eufy SoloCam E42?

Choose Eufy SoloCam E42 if your priority is price and storage and that matters more than rating.

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