Arlo
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
Security/dash cam · 4K
84
/ 100
From $300
VS
Elgato Facecam wins by 2
Elgato
Elgato Facecam
1080p60
86
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) lands at 84 and Elgato Facecam at 86. That puts Elgato Facecam ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) if…
- ✓Weatherproof (most)
- ✓Night vision
- ✓Cloud + local storage options
Pick Elgato Facecam if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) 84
vs 86 Elgato Facecam
Score breakdown
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
84 image 80
features 84
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam
86 image 84
features 86
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) | Elgato Facecam |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 4K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
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 Ultra 2 (4K) vs Elgato Facecam
Which is better, Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) or Elgato Facecam? +
Elgato Facecam scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) worth the price? +
At $300, Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam worth the price? +
At $199, Elgato Facecam delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in features.
Does Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) 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.