Cameras integration
Arlo EssentialvsRing Video Doorbell 4
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Arlo Essential
2/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickRing Video Doorbell 4
1/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Arlo Essential | Ring Video Doorbell 4 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Arlo Essential works natively with Google Home, where Ring Video Doorbell 4 requires a workaround or has no support.
Arlo Essential
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported