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Amazon Is Selling An $80 Indoor Security Camera For Only $20

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Whether you're keeping a close eye on your home or missing your pets while you're away, an indoor security camera is a great way to check in throughout the day to give yourself peace of mind. By opening an app on your phone or tablet, you can access a live feed of whatever room you place the camera in. You'd be surprised how much better you feel about being gone during the workday after you've checked in at home to find your dog happily snoozing on the sofa.

The Arlo Essential Security Camera is on sale at Amazon right now for just $20, which is 75% off the regular price of $80. For less than the price of a Starbucks run for two, you can get a powerful camera that offers everything from 2K video to motion detection. According to CamelCamelCamel, it's the best discount that's ever been offered on this camera, so now is definitely the time to buy.

Arlo Essential Security Camera, $20 (was $80) at Amazon

Why do shoppers love it?

This camera has a low profile, measuring 1.42 inches wide, 1.85 inches deep, and 3.82 inches high. It's also easy to set up: plug it into a socket, install the Arlo app on your phone, and connect it to your Wi-Fi.

Once connected, you'll see just how many features are packed into this impressive little camera. It offers 2K video resolution, a 130-degree field of view, and night vision, so you'll never have to squint at the screen to figure out what you're seeing. It also tracks real-time motion and sends notifications, so you'll always know if there's any suspicious activity going on or if the dog is getting into mischief. The camera also offers two-way audio and is compatible with Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home.

All those features are free, but you can access even more with Arlo's paid plans. For $7.99 a month, you get a 60-day video history, person and vehicle recognition, package and animal detection, fire detection, and more. If you plan to set up multiple cameras, Arlo also offers a $24.99 unlimited monthly plan to cover them all, which offers all the previous features plus 24/7 professional monitoring, 24/7 emergency response, cellular and battery backup, and a home insurance discount.

Details to know

Colors: White.
Measurements: 1.42 inches wide, 1.85 inches deep, and 3.82 inches high.
Features: The camera features two-way audio, a motion sensor, night vision, time-lapse, and more.

More than 1,000 shoppers have given this indoor camera a five-star rating, mentioning that it's easy to set up, works well, and has impressive picture quality. "I have owned many Arlo cameras for many years, and currently have at least four different models in use," one shopper wrote. "I bought this one to replace one of my older indoor cameras and was pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to set up. The stand is also much improved from older models, and the picture is good. It's a good value for the money."

A second shopper wrote, "I'm very pleased with the Arlo security camera. The quality of the camera and picture is impressive, especially considering the price. There is a small learning curve to a new system, but it was really easy to adjust to and easy to use. Battery life is also decently impressive. I'm very pleased and have recommended Arlo to others already."

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The Arlo Essential Security Camera is on sale for only $20, saving shoppers $60 during its most impressive markdown to date at Amazon. A sale this good is bound to sell out, so grab one now before it's too late.

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