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Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera vs Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Arlo and Google sites.
2026 verdict
Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera is the more complete option versus Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen) in 2026, helped most by price, color night vision, and alerts. Its strongest advantages show up in price, color night vision, and alerts, with light and privacy zone helping widen the gap. There is still a case for Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen), but mainly if rating and connectivity are what you value most. That is why the final call still favors Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera.
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FeatureArlo Wired Floodlight CameraGoogle Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)Winner
Price$99.99$149.98Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera
Rating4.14.5Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiGoogle Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)
Color Night VisionYESNOArlo Wired Floodlight Camera
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Packages, Glass breaking Sound, Baby Crying Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm SoundMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar FacesArlo Wired Floodlight Camera
LightYESNOArlo Wired Floodlight Camera
Privacy ZoneYESNOArlo Wired Floodlight Camera
SirenYESNOArlo Wired Floodlight Camera
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceIP65IP65Tie
PoENONOTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera or Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)?

Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, color night vision, and alerts.

What is the biggest difference between Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera and Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera lists $99.99, while Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen) lists $149.98.

Which one looks better on price?

Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera is listed at $99.99, while Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen) is listed at $149.98. Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera (better spec).

Who should buy Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera?

Choose Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera if your priority is price and color night vision and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen)?

Choose Google Nest Cam Outdoor (Wired, 2nd Gen) if your priority is rating and connectivity and that matters more than price.

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