Arlo
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K)
Security/dash cam · 2K
85
/ 100
From $250
VS
Elgato Facecam wins by 1
Elgato
Elgato Facecam
1080p60
86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) lands at 85 and Elgato Facecam at 86. That puts Elgato Facecam ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) if…
- ✓Weatherproof (most)
- ✓Night vision
- ✓Cloud + local storage options
Pick Elgato Facecam if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) 85
vs 86 Elgato Facecam
Score breakdown
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K)
85 image 81
features 85
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam
86 image 84
features 86
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) | Elgato Facecam |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 2K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2023 | — |
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K)
Pros
- +Weatherproof (most)
- +Night vision
- +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
- −Cloud storage subscription
- −Wi-Fi dependency
- −Privacy considerations
Elgato Facecam
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
FAQ: Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) vs Elgato Facecam
Which is better, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) or Elgato Facecam? +
Elgato Facecam scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) worth the price? +
At $250, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam worth the price? +
At $199, Elgato Facecam delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in features.
Does Arlo Pro 5S 2K (2K) or Elgato Facecam last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.