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Arlo Pro 5S 2K vs Google Nest Cam (Battery): what real owners say

Real owners lean toward the Google Nest Cam (Battery): 22% of 36 owners recommend it, vs 11% of 56 for the Arlo Pro 5S 2K.

Verdicts aggregated from Reddit, enthusiast forums, and YouTube owner comments — affiliate reviews excluded. Sample sizes differ; judge accordingly. How we score

Arlo Pro 5S 2K

11%of 56 owners recommend
11% recommend · 7% neutral · 82% don't
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Google Nest Cam (Battery)

22%of 36 owners recommend
22% recommend · 9% neutral · 69% don't
Owners praise
  • Sharp, clear daytime video
  • Quick and easy to set up
  • Strong magnetic mount holds firmly
Owners complain about
  • Battery drains fast, often needing recharging in weeks to a couple months
  • Cold winter weather drains the battery even faster
  • Misses or fails to record many events
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What Arlo Pro 5S 2K owners say

“they do work pretty well once connected”
— @cmprather on YouTube
“These cameras are great! Cheap and reliable.”
— @GooDogProductions on YouTube
“Arlo's customer service is aweful never buy this product..”
— @marcusnew9119 on YouTube

What Google Nest Cam (Battery) owners say

“Would recommend to anyone who is looking for a simple solution if you have the Google eco system.”
— @accordxtc319 on YouTube
“I'm happy with it so far and frankly, am willing to live without features of other brands”
— @JesslynHendrix on YouTube
“A Nest camera without 24/7 recording is useless for me”
— @Gravage on YouTube