Arlo
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
Security/dash cam · 4K
84
/ 100
From $300
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 3
Elgato
Elgato Facecam MK.2
1080p60 · Sony STARVIS 2 · Creator-focused
87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) lands at 84 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 3 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 MK.2 if…
- ✓Excellent low-light
- ✓Full manual control in Camera Hub
- ✓Fixed-focus = no hunting
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) 84
vs 87 Elgato Facecam MK.2
Score breakdown
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
84 image 80
features 84
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) | Elgato Facecam MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 4K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
| Sensor | — | Sony STARVIS 2 |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Arlo Ultra 2 (4K)
Pros
- +Weatherproof (most)
- +Night vision
- +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
- −Cloud storage subscription
- −Wi-Fi dependency
- −Privacy considerations
Elgato Facecam MK.2
Pros
- +Excellent low-light
- +Full manual control in Camera Hub
- +Fixed-focus = no hunting
Cons
- −No 4K (1080p60 ceiling)
- −No built-in mic
- −Pricey for 1080p
FAQ: Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2
Which is better, Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +
Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. 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 MK.2 worth the price? +
At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.
Does Arlo Ultra 2 (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2 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.