TapoTapo C200 360° 2MP 1080p Full HD Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Smart Camera| Alexa Enabled| 2-Way Audio| Night Vision| Motion Detection| Sound and Light Alarm| Indoor CCTV White

I recently bought the TP-Link Tapo C200, and I must say, it has exceeded my expectations. For such an affordable price, it delivers features that even higher-priced cameras don't offer. The video quality is great, the night vision works flawlessly, and motion detection is super responsive.The setup was simple, and the mobile app makes it very convenient to monitor everything remotely. The camera can rotate and cover almost the entire room, which is perfect for home security.Honestly, it's one of the best budget-friendly IP cameras I’ve come across. If you’re looking for a cheap yet highly effective security solution, this is it. I absolutely love it!

Reviewing this product after 3+ years of use. My first purchase was in June 2020 for ₹2,499, repeat in June 2021 for ₹2,199. Price is at par with other worthy competitors. A couple of my contacts using other brands appreciated that I have TP-Link. Consider it a great bargain if you find better price.(Update: Summer 2024, both cameras working fine 👍🏼)Here are some Great Features, along with my take:💫 Super Easy Setup (just had to mention WiFi credentials in the tapo app)💫 Sufficiently Long Adaptor Cable (though I did have to further extend it), Very neat and compact Wall/Ceiling Mount with Camera being Detachable💫 Great Quality Pic/Vids, same as rated (though it can be decreased in the tapo viewer app for streaming efficiency, keeping the recording resolution high)💫 Flawless Motion Detection (though I had to disable it due to too many alerts). SD storage can be saved tremendously if enabled only during motion detection (though I am more comfortable with unconditional recording)💫 Uninterrupted Recording in the SD Card, whether your WiFi goes down resulting in no-view in your viewing device💫 Good Night Vision💫 Auto-Reboot (optional) functionality provided, probably to stabilize the camera's server, in user defined 15-minute window💫 Firmware updates provided by TP-Link whenever available💫 Tapo app is very smooth and well thought of with Pan/Tilt controls, mic/speaker control, two-finger zooming, multi camera/room support, pause recording (privacy mode), manual reboot, SD formatting, easy recording time-range defining by week days, disabling the camera green-LED - just to name the primary features✅ To complete the review, and to be fair, some prominent shortcomings must be mentioned - in a hope that TP-Link eventually provides us firmware/app updates, whenever possible. These are such observations:🥀 No app interaction for 5-minutes results in switching OFF of the view with this message, as shown in the attached pic. It is a major problem for people working in, say, kitchen-sink, and every 5-minutes, one has to wash and dry the hands to press CONTINUE🥀 Tap to Refresh message, as shown in the attached pic. comes up each time the WiFi's internet is disabled for, may be, 30-seconds or more (just a guess). Again a problem for a person having hands occupied and having eyes on the display🥀 No FireTV Support Yet. Now that FireTV is picking up a good portion of the market share, but searching for tapo app in the FireTV apps results in a 3rd party app. Why would anybody provide private Camera credentials to such an app?🥀 Streaming on Monitor is Unreliable. Meaning, if you would like to have camera view on your PC/Mac/Linux monitor, you can provide a URL (with Camera credentials) to any Streaming-Video viewer (example VLC). But after 30-60 minutes or so, I have experienced that the view goes blank/distorted, and link needs to be re-established🥀 Audio Listening Quality is Pathetic, not taking about subject's whispering, even normal talks are very difficult to make out. It could be cost factor, as sensitive microphones do exist, but those must be expensiveFor the above reasons, 1-star needs to be withheld, and this product rightly deserves 4-big stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐

I bought the Tapo C200 to monitor my living room while I'm away, and I must say, it’s exceeded expectations on all fronts!✅ Can it be used without Wi-Fi?Technically, you need Wi-Fi for setup, remote access, and app controls. But the best part? It supports local storage via microSD card (up to 512GB), so even if the internet drops, it still records. You just won’t be able to view the live feed without Wi-Fi.🌙 Does it have night vision?Yes, and it's surprisingly good! The infrared night vision captures clear footage in pitch dark up to around 30 feet. Ideal for keeping an eye on kids, pets, or elderly family members at night.🛠️ Is it easy to set up?Absolutely. Even if you’re not tech-savvy, the Tapo app guides you through a super simple setup. I had mine running in under 10 minutes. No need for tech support or extra tools.🎯 Ask something else: Does it rotate automatically?Yup! You can control the camera from the app or even set motion tracking so it automatically follows movement within its wide 360° pan and 114° tilt range. It's like having your own mini security guard!🎙️ The 2-way audio is clear, and I can speak to family or startle my dog if he’s up to something! It also works seamlessly with Alexa — I just ask her to “show living room camera” and it pops up on my Echo Show.🔒 Final Verdict:The Tapo C200 is budget-friendly but packed with premium features — remote access, local storage, motion alerts, night vision, smart home integration, and reliable performance. Whether you're watching over your home, family, or furry friends, this camera delivers peace of mind at a great price.Highly recommended!

Video quality is good.It covers 360 degree.Motion detection is working very well.We can Operate and monitor in mobile app itself.Two way voice communication is also fantastic.Worth to buy.Perfect for home security.

I recently purchased the TP-Link Tapo C520WS 5MP 3K QHD Pan/Tilt Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera. The build quality is robust, and the 360° rotation feature works seamlessly, allowing comprehensive coverage of the area. The camera's functionality, including motion tracking and two-way audio, is commendable.However, despite its higher 5MP resolution, the image quality doesn't quite match up to the TP-Link Tapo C320WS 4MP 2K QHD camera. The C320WS delivers sharper and more vibrant images, especially in low-light conditions, likely due to its starlight sensor technology.Pros:Sturdy Build: Durable construction suitable for outdoor use.Pan/Tilt Functionality: Smooth 360° rotation provides extensive coverage.Feature-Rich: Includes motion tracking, two-way audio, and customizable alerts.Cons:Image Quality: Despite higher resolution, the video clarity is not as sharp as the C320WS, particularly in low-light scenarios.In summary, the Tapo C520WS offers excellent features and build quality, but if superior image clarity is a priority, especially in low-light conditions, the C320WS might be a better choice.