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How to connect Arlo Essential Video Doorbell to Apple HomeKit

Workaround required

The verdict

Arlo Essential Video Doorbell does not have native support for Apple HomeKit, but you can still integrate it using a bridge or workaround.

How to fix it

Arlo Essential Doorbell supports Alexa and Google. For HomeKit, use HomeBridge with the homebridge-arlo plugin to add the doorbell to Apple Home.

Note: This device works best when paired with a compatible hub or bridge.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Get the required bridge hardware — a HomeBridge server is the recommended option for hosting the bridge software. You can find compatible options on Amazon.

    View compatible hubs on Amazon →
  2. 2

    Arlo Essential Doorbell supports Alexa and Google. For HomeKit, use HomeBridge with the homebridge-arlo plugin to add the doorbell to Apple Home.

  3. 3

    Open the Apple HomeKit app, tap Add Device or check your linked accounts — Arlo Essential Video Doorbell will appear and you can control it with voice commands and automations alongside your other Apple HomeKit devices.

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