Arlo Pro 5S 2K vs Arlo Pro 6

Updated March 2026

Data from Amazon and official Arlo site.

2026 verdict

In 2026, Arlo Pro 5S 2K is the better overall pick. Its biggest wins come from price, and its broader overall balance adds more confidence to the verdict. Arlo Pro 6 is still relevant if you care most about rating, but Arlo Pro 5S 2K is the stronger recommendation overall. That is enough to make Arlo Pro 5S 2K the better pick for most buyers.

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Pro 5S 2K

$69.99

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Arlo

Arlo Pro 6

$124.00

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Feature	Arlo Pro 5S 2K	Arlo Pro 6	Winner
Price	$69.99	$124.00	Arlo Pro 5S 2K
Rating	3.5	4.3	Arlo Pro 6
Light	Spotlight	YES	Tie
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Weather Resistance	YES	YES	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie
Battery Life	8 months	8 months	Tie
Solar Charging	NO	NO	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi	Tie
Storage	Cloud	Cloud	Tie
2K Video	YES	YES	Tie
4K Video	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Arlo

Arlo Pro 5S 2K

$69.99

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+ Price: $69.99
- Rating: 3.5 vs 4.3

Arlo

Arlo Pro 6

$124.00

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+ Rating: 4.3
- Price: $124.00 vs $69.99

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Arlo Pro 5S 2K or Arlo Pro 6?: Arlo Pro 5S 2K has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price.
What is the biggest difference between Arlo Pro 5S 2K and Arlo Pro 6?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Pro 5S 2K lists $69.99, while Arlo Pro 6 lists $124.00.
Which one looks better on price?: Arlo Pro 5S 2K is listed at $69.99, while Arlo Pro 6 is listed at $124.00. Arlo Pro 5S 2K (better spec).
Who should buy Arlo Pro 5S 2K?: Choose Arlo Pro 5S 2K if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Arlo Pro 6?: Choose Arlo Pro 6 if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.