Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell vs EZVIZ CP4 (2026)

Updated August 2026

Data from Amazon and official Arlo and EZVIZ sites.

2026 verdict

After the trial ends, the EZVIZ CP4 is the video doorbell that still records without a plan, winning on owner rating, a 2-year warranty, microSD storage, indoor custom ringtones and a voice changer.

Winner

EZVIZ CP4

€113.99€149.9924% OFF

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The Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell is cheaper and wider on platforms (Google, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and Apple Home with an Arlo SmartHub), with a 180-degree square view, privacy zones and optional wiring, but live view, saved video, person/package/animal/vehicle alerts and even motion zones sit behind Arlo Secure, with no local storage. Choose the EZVIZ CP4 for a peephole and local clips; choose the Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell only if you already pay for Arlo Secure and want that wide view.

Arlo

Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell

$56.00

Buy on Amazon USA

Winner

EZVIZ

EZVIZ CP4

24% OFF

€113.99

€149.99

Buy on Amazon Germany

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Feature	Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell	EZVIZ CP4	Winner
Price	$56.00	€113.99	Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell
Rating	4.3	4.5	EZVIZ CP4
Warranty	1 year	2 years	EZVIZ CP4
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant	Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant	Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell
Storage	Cloud	MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud	EZVIZ CP4
Alerts	Motion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles	Motion, People	Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell
Customizable Motion Zones	Subscription required	NO	Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell
Indoor Custom Ringtone	NO	YES	EZVIZ CP4
Voice Changing	NO	YES	EZVIZ CP4
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi	Tie
Outdoor Custom Ringtone	NO	NO	Tie
Automatic Replies	NO	NO	Tie

Arlo

Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell

$56.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $56.00
+ Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
+ Alerts: Motion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles
- Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5
- Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years

Winner

EZVIZ

EZVIZ CP4

24% OFF

€113.99

€149.99

Buy on Amazon Germany

+ Rating: 4.5
+ Warranty: 2 years
+ Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
- Price: €113.99 vs $56.00
- Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell or EZVIZ CP4?

The EZVIZ CP4 is better overall on owner rating, warranty and local storage, because it keeps recording to microSD after any trial. The Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell is cheaper and talks to more platforms, but Arlo Secure is required to view or save video once the trial ends.

Can I use the Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell without a subscription?

Not in any useful way after the trial. The Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell has no local storage, and live view, recordings, smart alerts and motion zones all need Arlo Secure. The EZVIZ CP4 records events to a microSD card of up to 512 GB with no required plan.

Does the Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell work with Apple Home?

Yes, but only when it is paired to an Arlo SmartHub or Base Station. A unit connected straight to Wi-Fi cannot join the Home app. The EZVIZ CP4 does not support Apple HomeKit.

Who should buy the EZVIZ CP4?

Buyers who refuse a mandatory video plan, want a peephole camera with an indoor screen, and prefer a 2-year warranty with local microSD clips.

Who should buy the Arlo Essential Wireless Video Doorbell?

People who already pay for Arlo Secure (or will), want a 180-degree outdoor view with optional wiring, and need Google, Alexa, SmartThings or hub-based Apple Home.

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