What stands out
- 4K HDR and 180° view
- Auto zoom and tracking
- Local SmartHub recording
Arlo · Australian profile
Ultra Security Camera (3rd Gen)
An existing compatible Arlo SmartHub system needing a premium 4K add-on camera.
Our opinion · sourced factsArlo Australia direct, add-on camera SKU VMC5050-100AUSChecked 2026-09-26
- Type
- Outdoor camera
- Hardware
- $229
- Power
- Battery
- Storage
- Cloud / Hub local
Outdoor camera4K HDROur opinion
The add-on price is attractive for 4K, but first-time buyers must include the required VMB5000 or VMB4540 SmartHub in the real cost.
Watch-outs
- Compatible SmartHub is required
- Advanced AI and cloud history need Arlo Secure
- Event recording only on battery
Manufacturer-sourced facts
The important details, grouped properly.
Scan the buying, installation, recording and smart-home facts without digging through a specification wall.
Buying snapshot
- Product type
- Outdoor camera
- Product family
- Ultra
- Australian channel
- Arlo Australia direct, add-on camera SKU VMC5050-100AUS
- Typical hardware price
- $229 AUD
- Price tier
- Mid-range
- Checked
- 2026-09-26
Device & installation
- Resolution
- 4K HDR
- Power
- Battery
- Weather use
- Weather-resistant; confirm mounting limits
- Hub
- Required
- Doorbell wiring
- Not applicable
Recording & storage
- Storage
- Cloud / Hub local
- Subscription
- Optional
- Plan detail
- Compatible SmartHub local recording can avoid a cloud plan; a 30-day Arlo Secure trial covers premium cloud history and AI features
- Continuous recording
- No - motion/event recording
- Internet outage
- Local recording can continue while the device and local storage retain power; remote alerts and viewing need internet.
Detection & smart home
Detection
MotionPerson · planVehicle · planPet · plan
Platforms
Google HomeAmazon Alexa
- Detection zones
- Supported
- Two-way talk
- Yes
- Built-in siren
- Yes
Australian price & purchase layer
Price and availability
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Point-in-time planning figure, not a live retailer quote.
Compatible SmartHub local recording can avoid a cloud plan; a 30-day Arlo Secure trial covers premium cloud history and AI features
Before buying
Confirm the exact Australian SKU, included storage hardware, current plan price, transformer or power requirements, warranty and supported integrations. A camera’s presence does not guarantee prevention, identification or complete coverage.
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Last checked
- Specifications last checked
- 26 September 2026
- Price last checked
- 26 September 2026
- Australian availability last checked
- 26 September 2026
Sources used
What changed
- Australian launch: Arlo Australia's current 4K HDR add-on camera is now compared with its required VMB5000/VMB4540 SmartHub, local hub recording, 180-degree view, swappable battery and $229 regular price context.