Skip to content
Specdex
Compare now
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) — Security/dash cam · 4K
Arlo

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K)

Security/dash cam · 4K

85
/ 100
From $250
VS
Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) wins by 5
Logitech StreamCam — 1080p
Logitech

Logitech StreamCam

1080p

80
/ 100
From $169
Specdex verdict

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) lands at 85 and Logitech StreamCam at 80. That puts Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) if…

  • ✓Weatherproof (most)
  • ✓Night vision
  • ✓Cloud + local storage options

Pick Logitech StreamCam if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning
Share this comparison: Share to Reddit X / Twitter

Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K)

Compared on the features sub-score

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) leads on features (85 vs 80).

Image

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K)

Compared on the image sub-score

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) leads on image (81 vs 78).

Value for money

Logitech StreamCam

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Logitech StreamCam more score per dollar ($169 vs $250).

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) 85
vs
80 Logitech StreamCam

Score breakdown

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K)
85
image 81
features 85
build 86
value 82
Logitech StreamCam
80
image 78
features 80
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) versus Logitech StreamCam — full spec comparison
Spec Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) Logitech StreamCam
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
4K
▲ 1080p
Release year
2023
—

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K)

Pros
  • +Weatherproof (most)
  • +Night vision
  • +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
  • −Cloud storage subscription
  • −Wi-Fi dependency
  • −Privacy considerations

Logitech StreamCam

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 (4K) vs Logitech StreamCam

Which is better, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) or Logitech StreamCam? +

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) scores 85 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) worth the price? +

At $250, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in build.

Is Logitech StreamCam worth the price? +

At $169, Logitech StreamCam delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in build.

Does Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) or Logitech StreamCam 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.

Which is better for features, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) or Logitech StreamCam? +

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) — leads on features (85 vs 80). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) or Logitech StreamCam? +

Arlo Pro 5S 2K (4K) — leads on image (81 vs 78). Compared on the image sub-score.