Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Arlo and Blink sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) is the safer pick. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and battery life, and customizable motion zones strengthens that case. The only strong reason to choose Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) is if integrations and alerts is more important to you than the overall verdict. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen).
| Feature | Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) | Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €87.99 | $69.99 | Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) |
| Rating | 3.8 | 4.2 | Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) |
| Battery Life | 4 months | 2 years | Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT | Alexa, IFTTT | Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles | Motion, People, Familiar Faces | Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) |
| Customizable Motion Zones | Subscription required | YES | Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi | 2.4 GHz Wifi | Tie |
| Storage | Cloud | Cloud | Tie |
| Outdoor Custom Ringtone | NO | NO | Tie |
| Indoor Custom Ringtone | NO | NO | Tie |
| Voice Changing | NO | NO | Tie |
12% OFF
€99.99
€87.99
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT
- + Alerts: Motion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles
- - Price: €87.99 vs $69.99
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.2
Winner
$69.99
- + Price: $69.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Battery Life: 2 years
- - Integrations: Alexa, IFTTT vs Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT
- - Alerts: Motion, People, Familiar Faces vs Motion, People, Packages, Animals, Vehicles
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) or Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
- Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and battery life.
- What is the biggest difference between Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) and Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) lists €87.99, while Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) lists $69.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) is listed at €87.99, while Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) is listed at $69.99. Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) (better spec).
- Who should buy Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen)?
- Choose Arlo Video Doorbell HD (2nd gen) if your priority is integrations and alerts and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen)?
- Choose Blink Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than integrations.
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