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Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) — Security/dash cam · 2K
Arlo

Arlo Ultra 2 (2K)

Security/dash cam · 2K

84
/ 100
From $300
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 5
Elgato Facecam Pro — 4K60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam Pro

4K60

89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict

Elgato Facecam Pro takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) lands at 84 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) if…

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

Pick Elgato Facecam Pro if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning
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Winner by scenario

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

Features

Elgato Facecam Pro

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam Pro leads on features (89 vs 84).

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

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

Image

Elgato Facecam Pro

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam Pro leads on image (87 vs 80).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) 84
vs
89 Elgato Facecam Pro

Score breakdown

Arlo Ultra 2 (2K)
84
image 80
features 84
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam Pro
89
image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) versus Elgato Facecam Pro — full spec comparison
Spec Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) Elgato Facecam Pro
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
2K
▲ 4K60
Release year
2021
—

Arlo Ultra 2 (2K)

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

Elgato Facecam Pro

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 Ultra 2 (2K) vs Elgato Facecam Pro

Which is better, Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +

Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) worth the price? +

At $300, Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.

Is Elgato Facecam Pro worth the price? +

At $299, Elgato Facecam Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.

Does Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro 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 Ultra 2 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +

Elgato Facecam Pro — leads on features (89 vs 84). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Arlo Ultra 2 (2K) or Elgato Facecam Pro? +

Elgato Facecam Pro — leads on image (87 vs 80). Compared on the image sub-score.