Cameras integration
Arlo Essential Video DoorbellvsBlink Outdoor
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Arlo Essential Video Doorbell
2/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickBlink Outdoor
1/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Arlo Essential Video Doorbell | Blink Outdoor |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ⚠ Workaround required | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✕ No |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Arlo Essential Video Doorbell supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Arlo Essential Video Doorbell works natively with Google Home, where Blink Outdoor requires a workaround or has no support.
Arlo Essential Video Doorbell
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported