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Recommended uses for product	Outdoor Security
Brand	Tapo
Model name	Tapo C120
Connectivity technology	Wired
Special feature	Free AI detection, 2K QHD with Starlight Sensor Night Vision, Invisible Infrared Light, IP66 weather proof See more
Indoor/Outdoor usage	Outdoor, Indoor
Compatible devices	Smartphone
Power source	Corded Electric
Connectivity protocol	Wi-Fi
Controller type	�鶹�� Alexa

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𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁, 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲, & 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳: The Tapo C120 is a compact camera rated for both indoor and outdoor use, but its also built to withstand rain, dust, and the elements with its robust IP66 weatherproof rating
𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: The magnetic mount of the C120 allows you easily mount the camera to a metal surface for flexible mounting options Mount on railings, frames, or even the refrigerator with ease
𝟮𝗞 𝗤𝗛𝗗 𝟰𝗠𝗣 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A camera is only as good as the picture it produces View everything with crystal clear 2K discerning fine detail to ensure nothing goes unseen
𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: The integrated Starlight sensor provides bright colorful video at night, and if the conditions are extra dark, two spotlights will help illuminate the area for a better view
𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗥 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲: The IR light assists in providing night vision up to 30ft However, if the red light is a distraction, you can switch the lights to invisible mode to monitor without the distraction
𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻/𝗣𝗲𝘁/𝗩𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The Tapo C120 offers complimentary person, pet or vehicle detection utilizing its AI processing power You can set alerts to only detect certain objects to reduce notifications
𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝘂𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝟮-𝗪𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼: Communication with those in the picture are easier than ever No more walkie talkie back and forth, you can now talk in real time as if on a telephone for deliveries, with kids, with your pets, and more

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Mounting type	‎Wall Mount
Video capture resolution	‎1440p
Colour	‎White
Number of Items	‎1
Included components	‎3m Type-C Wire ×1 Mounting Anchors ×4, Mounting Screws ×4 Cable Organizer ×2, Mounting Template ×1 Iron Camera Base ×1, 3M Adhesive ×1 Quick Start Guide ×1, Tapo C120 Camera ×1 Power Adapter ×1
Number of channels	‎1
Wireless communication technology	‎Wi-Fi
Effective video resolution	‎2560
Night vision range	‎30 Feet
Material	‎Metal
Item dimensions L x W x H	‎7.6 x 10.2 x 12.7 Centimetres
Manufacturer	‎TP-Link
Item model number	‎Tapo C120
Product Dimensions	‎7.62 x 10.16 x 12.7 cm; 100 g
ASIN	‎B0CH45HPZT

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Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.62 x 10.16 x 12.7 cm; 100 g
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ Nov. 20 2023
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ TP-Link
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CH45HPZT
Item model number ‏ : ‎ Tapo C120

�鶹�� Rank: #18,687 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
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If you are looking for a compact, feature packed, versatile camera solution, the Tapo C120 is the ideal camera for you. With stunning 2K QHD clarity and robust IP66 weatherproofing, the Tapo C120 helps you see what you want, where you want. Night vision is not an issue with the included Starlight sensor that produces color night vision video when dark. Mounting options are a plenty with a magnetic base that enables you to stick the camera on metal surfaces. The camera includes premium features at no additional cost, such as its free person/pet/vehicle detection, powered by AI processing as well as a suite of other features such as full duplex two-way audio, Alexa and Google compatibility and light and sound alarms. Monitor where you want with custom monitoring zones and add additional privacy with privacy zones. To round out the features, an IR toggle enables you to turn the red IR light on and off to avoid distractions or to provide additional security.

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power source	Corded Electric	Corded Electric	Corded Electric	—	Corded Electric	Corded Electric
video resolution	1440p	1920p	1440p	1920p	1440p	1080p
wireless tech	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi
night vision range	30 feet	40 feet	30 feet	25 feet	98 feet	—
mounting type	Wall Mount	Wall Mount	Wall Mount	Door Mount	Wall Mount	Wall Mount
alert type	Motion Only	Audio and Motion	—	—	Audio and Motion	Audio and Motion
number of channels	1	—	—	—	1	2
sensor technology	CMOS	—	—	—	CMOS	CMOS
low-light technology	Night Color	Night Color	Night Color	Starlight	✓	Night Color
video capture format	MPEG-4	MP4	MP4	MP4	MP4	MJPEG
sensor resolution	4 megapixels	5 megapixels	—	—	4 megapixels	—

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A global phenomenon, the Tapo brand has quickly gained popularity with its customers for its intuitive features and TP-Link’s heritage of quality products at a value. With one goal, to provide smart solutions for traditional CE products, Tapo continues to innovate adding the “Smart” in smart home. With cameras, lighting, to sensors, the Tapo brand continues to build on its breadth of products for a complete smart home ecosystem.
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Indoor/outdoor security camera, 2K QHD, Full-Color Night, Invisible IR, Alexa&Google Home compatible

Secure Installation with Weatherproof

Mounts securely in your desired placement under different weather condition with IP66 Weatherproofing.

Magnetic Mount for Easy Installation

A magnetic mount and a long 9.8ft. power cord provides flexible mounting options.

Free Smart AI Detection

With smart AI detection, choose to detect vehicles, pets, people, or all three.

Sound & Baby Cry Detection

Be notified of sound that is detected as well as the cries of a baby.

Secure Installation with Weatherproof

Magnetic Mount for Easy Installation

Free Smart AI Detection

Sound & Baby Cry Detection

Secure Full Duplex Two-Way Audio

Now you can converse with the subject as if you are talking on the phone. No more walkie talkie-esque back and forth with Full Duplex audio.

Voice Activated View

Check in on your loved ones when used with a supported device. Works with Alexa and Google Assistant.

Better Visibility in Any Condition

With dual-spotlights the Tapo C120 provides a better viewing experience especially in low light conditions.

Light and Custom Sound Triggers

The camera can be set to have the spotlights turn on when motion is detected. You can also customize sound to play in the event of a motion trigger.

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Customers like the quality, picture quality, and functionality of the security camera. They mention it gives clear views, works flawlessly with iSpy monitoring software, and is easy to install and use. Customers also appreciate the color night vision, speed, and speed. However, some customers are disappointed with the connectivity.

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17 customers mention "Quality"17 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the security camera. They mention it's an excellent product that gives clear views and free clips. Some say it's their favorite outdoor camera yet.

"Favorite outdoor camera yet. Clear view and colors even at night...." Read more

"Excellent product gives clear views and free clips" Read more

"...Camera display has been clear and good quality even in the cold temperatures." Read more

"...Connection to NVR and app are both excellent Notifications are instant! Why 4 stars? The application itself needs improvement...." Read more

15 customers mention "Picture quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the security camera. They mention it gives clear views, is quite good day and night, and has the best wide field of view.

"...I've looking for among different brands and models, picture quality is quite good day and night, live and recorded video very smooth, small foot..." Read more

"You can cover the outside of your house with 2 cameras. Wide view 140deg. Opposite corners of the house...." Read more

12 customers mention "Functionality"12 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the functionality of the security camera. They mention it works great, provides excellent images, and works flawlessly with iSpy monitoring software, making a subscription unnecessary. Customers also say the ONVIF works with their older NVR.

"...shape like to older model, detection of person, vehicle and pets work just great, night vision is very clear without the need of infra red or spot..." Read more

"...cam which I order from amazon it came completely sealded and works excellently This one was obviously used...." Read more

"...Installation was easy and the ONVIF worked with my older NVR. Connection to NVR and app are both excellent Notifications are instant!..." Read more

"...I tested it remotely and it works well." Read more

10 customers mention "Ease of use"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the security camera easy to install and use. They mention it's seamless and intuitive.

"...very considerate magetic base plate and double side tape for simple installation without the need for drilling nor screwing...." Read more

"...Pros: Small, easy to install, no hidden fee, optional cloud function, USB C powered, and communicates well with other Tapo and Kasa products..." Read more

"Easy to set up and navigate. It has been lasting in the cold -30 winters as well which is amazing...." Read more

6 customers mention "Night vision"6 positive0 negative

Customers like the night vision of the security camera. They mention the non-IR low-light vision is very good, the dark light ability is amazing, and the 2 spot lights are really good at night. Customers also say the person-detection works perfectly in all lighting scenarios.

"...detection of person, vehicle and pets work just great, night vision is very clear without the need of infra red or spot light..." Read more

"...The picture quality is amazing, specially on wifi. The 2 Spot lights are really good at night...." Read more

"Dark light ability is amazing. Ability to access a direct RTSP stream really sets this camera apart from e.g. Wyze" Read more

"...Person-detection worked perfectly in all lighting scenarios." Read more

5 customers mention "Color night vision"5 positive0 negative

Customers like the color night vision of the security camera. They mention it reduces glare and improves colors.

"...filter for my camera over the cam fits perfectly this reduces glare improves colours and low tech put a piece of black construction paper behind it..." Read more

"...perfectly and doesn't interfere with dectection This filter reduces glare and relfection..." Read more

"...Tapo has a color night vision feature. I have to turn off night vision though from settings and the red LED status...." Read more

4 customers mention "Speed"4 positive0 negative

Customers like the speed of the security camera. They mention it has about 5 seconds pre-recording when the motion is detected and the notifications are instant.

"...It has about 5 sec pre-recording when the motion is detected so you won't miss anything right at the beginning of the moment the motion detected,..." Read more

"...Only a slight upgrade from the 100 model. I found it faster when uploading the image in the app than the 100 model...." Read more

"Picture quality is top notch like Wyze and the app is actually stable, fast and functional. Has so many useful extra features that Wyze doesn't...." Read more

4 customers mention "Connectivity"0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the security camera. They mention it constantly disconnects, loses connection with the WiFi, and keeps on going offline for no reason.

"...For some reason, this one was more difficult to connect to at first, my phone wouldn't do it, my tablet did the job." Read more

"...Freezing during play back, losing connection with the wifi though the other cam I have is much further and has no problem going through a cinder..." Read more

"Unit is constantly disconnected with Tp-link Deco BE85 even though unit is only less than four feet from one of the mesh nodes with nothing blocking..." Read more

"This camera is terrible, it keeps on going offline for no reason, you need to physically go unplug and re-plug it." Read more

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Roger Chiu
Tapo C120 is what I have been looking for, very happy with the camera and tech support.
Reviewed in Canada on June 13, 2024
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I have been looking for a security camera for pointing outside my house mainly for monitoring if anyone coming to the house (for delivery etc), any vehicle going to my drive way or park outside my house, and any pets (or racoon) wondering outside my house especially at night. The C120 is exactly what I am looking for.
I've been using the tapo C120 for just one month and very happy with this product and the tech support. It got all the features I've looking for among different brands and models, picture quality is quite good day and night, live and recorded video very smooth, small foot print to be mounted on the window frame, flexible camera arm for pointing at the exact angle easily, very considerate magetic base plate and double side tape for simple installation without the need for drilling nor screwing.
It has about 5 sec pre-recording when the motion is detected so you won't miss anything right at the beginning of the moment the motion detected, multiple detect zone which so flexible that not confined to just rectangular shape like to older model, detection of person, vehicle and pets work just great, night vision is very clear without the need of infra red or spot light (especially useful when I put the camera behind the window pointing outside the house), quite happy with the motion detection response which is very fast (both day and night time).
More important, technical support is very good, I found the recorded video is jerky a couple of times at the beginning of the video, contacted tech support with sample video sent to them, unexpectedly, they responsed the next day and even got a firmware update for me within a week and the problem seems resolved now, of course I will monitor the issue for the next couple of weeks to make sure it is really fixed (which I think it is), also tech support (Ian Xu) responses very fast with good follow up which is another star added.

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Nicolas L.
Favorite mini outdoor camera
Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2025
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Favorite outdoor camera yet. Clear view and colors even at night. Previously had a Wyze cam v2 and v3.... this particular one is so much better with better AI tracking in my opinion.

Pros:
Small, easy to install, no hidden fee, optional cloud function, USB C powered, and communicates well with other Tapo and Kasa products (lights, switches, etc)

Cons:
Not really good at looking through a window at night, mainly because of interior light reflections, need a power source outside because running a cable though my window all winter was a bad idea

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Dean
2 camera full coverage
Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2025
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You can cover the outside of your house with 2 cameras. Wide view 140deg. Opposite corners of the house. Cameras looking toward the house gives you full coverage

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Stéphane B
Bonne camera
Reviewed in Canada on April 6, 2025
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Fonctionne très bien et l images est excellente

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Benoit Morel
Très bonne caméra
Reviewed in Canada on April 6, 2025
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Très bonne qualité

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Too bright
Great Product
Reviewed in Canada on March 28, 2025
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Excellent product gives clear views and free clips

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Don K.
tp-link support sucks
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2025
Verified Purchase
from tp-link;

Thanks for reaching out. I understand that you're experiencing intermittent disconnections with one of your Tapo Smart Cameras, which is now completely offline. Additionally, you're seeking advice on warranty coverage for a replacement or refund, and guidance on updating the firmware of your remaining cameras.

For the issue of the camera being offline and disconnecting, here are some troubleshooting steps you can follow:

1. **Check the camera's LED status**: If the LED indicates the camera is not connected to Wi-Fi, you can reset the camera (refer to the user guide for reset instructions) and reconfigure it.
2. **Ensure the phone and camera are on the same Wi-Fi network**: After confirming this, restart the Tapo app.
3. **Adjust router settings**: Disable settings like client isolation, firewall, or access control on your router. Then, reboot both the router and the camera.
4. **For remote viewing issues**: Verify that your phone's Wi-Fi or cellular internet is working properly by testing other websites or apps. Ensure cellular data permissions are enabled for the Tapo app (Settings > Tapo app > WLAN & Cellular Data). If these steps do not resolve the issue, try changing your router's DNS server settings to 8.8.8.8 or temporarily disable any firewalls/security software that might block the camera's cloud server access.

Regarding warranty coverage for a replacement or refund, Tapo devices typically come with a limited warranty. Please refer to your purchase documentation or contact TP-Link support directly with your proof of purchase for assistance in initiating a warranty claim.

I purchased 8 c120s from �鶹�� Canada;
Returned 1 immediately because it won't connect to router.
Other 7 have been working fine but one of them goes offline all the time.
Since Tapo C120 comes with a 2-year warranty, I asked tp-link refund or replacement but tp-link not honoring their warranty.
I have been managing 8 c120 since last year, I should know about c120.
As you can read what tp-link's 4 suggestions, tp-link not respecting their customers.
I am very happy with c120s when they are working.

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Mandy
Easy to set up!
Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2025
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Easy to set up and navigate. It has been lasting in the cold -30 winters as well which is amazing. You can adjust the motion sense so it’s not going off every 30 seconds and that has been really helpful. Camera display has been clear and good quality even in the cold temperatures.

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Israel
Buena opción
Reviewed in Mexico on February 12, 2025
Verified Purchase

Buena opción de camara, incluye lo que dice, único detalle es que el cable si es algo corto.

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VSAIF
happy
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on April 13, 2025
Verified Purchase
good one

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Mike
Fantastic Performance For Price
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025
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I wanted a static view inside camera for the garage and having purchased TP-Link products in the past, went for the C120. The price was more than right on a limited time deal.
The little camera set up with no issue, formatting the SD card I supplied and coming on line without a hitch.
I screwed the mounting plate to the far wall opposite the garage door (oversized double garage) and the magnet on the camera held fine. The view was the entire garage except, of course, the wall it was mounted on.��
The picture is crisp and detailed, the sound is good (except the feedback when I got too near while playing around with positioning).
Since I already had some different Tapo cameras I knew my way around the app, and contrary to what some reviewers have said, there are enough variables in the app to set up multiple situations for multiple cameras to suit most purposes. Especially using the automation in conjunction with the camera settings.
What did I expect for this price? Not this much functionality and superior performance. Quite happy.

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MrMark
Best in Class, but...
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024
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The performance is as good as PC Mag reported. It works with NVRs and Blue Iris, and no subscription is required. The form factor is almost as small as the Wyze Cam V3, but without being forever trapped within the Wyze ecosystem, which does not support any security hardware or software other than their own inbred solutions. The audio from Tapo's built in microphone is good enough to actually use and under ideal lighting conditions, the video can look as good as that from multi-hundred-dollar professional cameras.

With that said, while I do genuinely appreciate the fact that it is usable with NVRs / Blue Iris, the configuration process is arcane. The camera has no built-in web GUI, so all administration must be done via mobile app. It "works", but is clumsy, arcane, and quite limited compared to a real web GUI. Not that I've seen any other camera in this price class that is any better in this regard...it's just that Tapo came so close to greatness!

The build is functional and even attractive, in a certain way, but is entirely plastic. I'm sure I could wreck it with two fingers. But it's also quite light, so if kept out of harm's way, may hold up for a while. There is no way to get portrait or "corridor" mode with a ceiling mount. It would be possible with a wall mount, although somewhat awkward-looking. And while Blue Iris allows camera rotation in 90 degree increments, the Tapo mobile app provides only an "invert image" option.

Be aware that if you want to use this camera without a subscription and without an NVR, you're going to need a micoSD card, and if you want enough storage for 30 days of continuous recording, it's going to cost you double the price of the camera itself. For every camera. This is a fallacy of distributed storage. And since SD card makers are reticent to publish meaningful durability specs, there is no way to predict how long that expensive storage will survive. That, and if a bad actor should swipe your camera, the recording of the deed will be gone as well. Since the C120 has no web GUI, unless one is using Blue Iris, it is not possible to monitor live video using a real computer, short of awkward use with third party software such as VLC.

If you plan to use the camera with Blue Iris, then you won't care about SD card problems, but you will care about how arcane the setup process is. You'll also care that there may be no way to firewall the camera from the internet without also breaking the mobile app, which is, again, the only way to administer the camera.

And one more limitation that can be more challenging than one might imagine - there is no way to change or even replace the supplied power cable. It has a USB-C connector on the camera end, which at first seems somewhat universal, but no - take a look at the attached photo. The one on the left is advertised as working with the C120. The cable that comes with the C121 (the black version of the same camera) is on the one on the right. Notice the notched shoulder around the perimeter of the connector, , which exactly fits within the rubber grommet on the camera. The white one won't even make contact. Nobody is talking about this, but I think it's a big deal. I asked Tapo for help, but they gave me none. They were unwilling/unable even to sell or provide a replacement identical to the original cable, let alone a longer one.

3 meters is not long enough for most mounting locations, and there is no way to get a longer cable. For that matter, if the original cable fails, the camera will become entirely useless. Ridiculous. Maybe one could hack out the rubber boot, but then the camera would no longer be water resistant. A frustrating example of planned obsolescence. Or perhaps, just very bad planning. If it was an Apple device, they'd make it where only their own cables would work, and then sell the cables for $50 each. At the very least, Tapo is missing an opportunity. For that matter, while USB-C may be all the rage these days, it has significant length limitations. By comparison, a more traditional coaxial power connector would make it possible to accommodate a wide range of connector styles, since the OD of the connector barrel remains constant across all styles. In addition, simple 2-conductor cable is physically smaller, less conspicuous, less expensive, and works fine at much greater lengths. And a smaller round connector is easier to poke through holes for more elegant/permanent installations.

Of course, Tapo could solve this problem, and more, by providing a PoE option. It would be great to be able to have a hardwired network option, and PoE is such a great way to power a camera, providing a safe power supply with virtually unlimited length and routing options. As opposed to having janky extension cords (and the camera's power supply brick), outside in the weather. Because, again, the provided cable is only 10-feet long. And the included power supply is not protected against the weather. It's either that, or mount the camera outside, close enough to a window to run the short power cable in though the window. Which may then damage the non-replaceable cable. And even if one manages to get the power brick inside, the chances of an outlet being near enough are next to none.

This is Tapo's Achilles heal. There is no elegant way to power the camera at outdoor locations that might otherwise be the most ideal. Assuming, of course, that one has adequate Wi-Fi coverage outside, where the camera(s) need to be. PoE would solve both problems.

Until such time if/when TP-Link addresses these issues, the C120 is best-suited to indoor use, or to very fortunate/clever outdoor installations. Maybe mount them inside of windows, with the understanding that the on-camera illuminators will be made useless by the glass. The Starlight sensor is pretty good, to a point, but reflections from indoor lights can be crippling, and in any case, one would need some outdoor lighting in order to get useful nighttime video.

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MrMark

Best in Class, but...

Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024
The performance is as good as PC Mag reported. It works with NVRs and Blue Iris, and no subscription is required. The form factor is almost as small as the Wyze Cam V3, but without being forever trapped within the Wyze ecosystem, which does not support any security hardware or software other than their own inbred solutions. The audio from Tapo's built in microphone is good enough to actually use and under ideal lighting conditions, the video can look as good as that from multi-hundred-dollar professional cameras.

With that said, while I do genuinely appreciate the fact that it is usable with NVRs / Blue Iris, the configuration process is arcane. The camera has no built-in web GUI, so all administration must be done via mobile app. It "works", but is clumsy, arcane, and quite limited compared to a real web GUI. Not that I've seen any other camera in this price class that is any better in this regard...it's just that Tapo came so close to greatness!

The build is functional and even attractive, in a certain way, but is entirely plastic. I'm sure I could wreck it with two fingers. But it's also quite light, so if kept out of harm's way, may hold up for a while. There is no way to get portrait or "corridor" mode with a ceiling mount. It would be possible with a wall mount, although somewhat awkward-looking. And while Blue Iris allows camera rotation in 90 degree increments, the Tapo mobile app provides only an "invert image" option.

Be aware that if you want to use this camera without a subscription and without an NVR, you're going to need a micoSD card, and if you want enough storage for 30 days of continuous recording, it's going to cost you double the price of the camera itself. For every camera. This is a fallacy of distributed storage. And since SD card makers are reticent to publish meaningful durability specs, there is no way to predict how long that expensive storage will survive. That, and if a bad actor should swipe your camera, the recording of the deed will be gone as well. Since the C120 has no web GUI, unless one is using Blue Iris, it is not possible to monitor live video using a real computer, short of awkward use with third party software such as VLC.

If you plan to use the camera with Blue Iris, then you won't care about SD card problems, but you will care about how arcane the setup process is. You'll also care that there may be no way to firewall the camera from the internet without also breaking the mobile app, which is, again, the only way to administer the camera.

And one more limitation that can be more challenging than one might imagine - there is no way to change or even replace the supplied power cable. It has a USB-C connector on the camera end, which at first seems somewhat universal, but no - take a look at the attached photo. The one on the left is advertised as working with the C120. The cable that comes with the C121 (the black version of the same camera) is on the one on the right. Notice the notched shoulder around the perimeter of the connector, , which exactly fits within the rubber grommet on the camera. The white one won't even make contact. Nobody is talking about this, but I think it's a big deal. I asked Tapo for help, but they gave me none. They were unwilling/unable even to sell or provide a replacement identical to the original cable, let alone a longer one.

3 meters is not long enough for most mounting locations, and there is no way to get a longer cable. For that matter, if the original cable fails, the camera will become entirely useless. Ridiculous. Maybe one could hack out the rubber boot, but then the camera would no longer be water resistant. A frustrating example of planned obsolescence. Or perhaps, just very bad planning. If it was an Apple device, they'd make it where only their own cables would work, and then sell the cables for $50 each. At the very least, Tapo is missing an opportunity. For that matter, while USB-C may be all the rage these days, it has significant length limitations. By comparison, a more traditional coaxial power connector would make it possible to accommodate a wide range of connector styles, since the OD of the connector barrel remains constant across all styles. In addition, simple 2-conductor cable is physically smaller, less conspicuous, less expensive, and works fine at much greater lengths. And a smaller round connector is easier to poke through holes for more elegant/permanent installations.

Of course, Tapo could solve this problem, and more, by providing a PoE option. It would be great to be able to have a hardwired network option, and PoE is such a great way to power a camera, providing a safe power supply with virtually unlimited length and routing options. As opposed to having janky extension cords (and the camera's power supply brick), outside in the weather. Because, again, the provided cable is only 10-feet long. And the included power supply is not protected against the weather. It's either that, or mount the camera outside, close enough to a window to run the short power cable in though the window. Which may then damage the non-replaceable cable. And even if one manages to get the power brick inside, the chances of an outlet being near enough are next to none.

This is Tapo's Achilles heal. There is no elegant way to power the camera at outdoor locations that might otherwise be the most ideal. Assuming, of course, that one has adequate Wi-Fi coverage outside, where the camera(s) need to be. PoE would solve both problems.

Until such time if/when TP-Link addresses these issues, the C120 is best-suited to indoor use, or to very fortunate/clever outdoor installations. Maybe mount them inside of windows, with the understanding that the on-camera illuminators will be made useless by the glass. The Starlight sensor is pretty good, to a point, but reflections from indoor lights can be crippling, and in any case, one would need some outdoor lighting in order to get useful nighttime video.

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Shan
Not sponsored/paid. Love this thing.
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2024
Verified Purchase
Okay, so, I realize there's an issue with people being given free product/posting reviews/whatever. I am NOT one of those people. I actually had a TP-Link branded minion(yes, that minion. It's adorable lol) that I used to watch pets and house while I was away prior so I knew of the brand.
Anyway, I got this little guy for like $15 after seeing it on Slickdeals (if you don't have the app, you SHOULD. it will save you tons of money.)
Okay, explanation aside, I love this thing. I actually have blink cameras in other areas and am highly considering replacing them with Tp-Link cameras because of ease of use. The app is so cool honestly, I was shocked. Literally everything is in the app. By everything I mean all the "smart home" options. You can control ALL of your (TP-Link)devices from this app, not just the cameras.
With that said, people keep calling this "subscription free", and in my opinion it is NOT. You do get a free trial of cloud storage, but you have to pay after that expires. Additionally, instead of paying per time period or storage amount or anything else, you pay per device. You can pay per month, or yearly. I chose yearly, one device, for around $29, which in my opinion is fair. If I picked monthly at 4.99, it would have been around $60 after a year- so double the price. As I said before, the amount goes up depending on how many devices you have. They also seem to offer occasional promotional-type sales, so I think I saved a few dollars because of that (prices were marked through.) With that said, you might be able to get those subscriptions for a much better price if you watch those sales. We have a buttnugget of a neighbor who likes to regularly hit/putt golf balls at the house and does other stupid stuff so I didn't want to risk not having saved cloud storage, so instead of waiting on a better sale I just went ahead and bought the subscription.
I don't know how other people are getting away with saying there's no subscription fee. I mean, after the subscription expires, the most I found it could do was provide a live feed. On the bright side, if there is a gap in coverage (like there was for me) all of your videos that you missed are obviously still kept somewhere, because re-subscribing results in all of that 'activity' to update and become immediately available. Take that how you will. I thought it was pretty neat.
Okay, now for the technicalities. I was dumb and installed it upside down somehow. Filled with anguish due to the thought of having to climb the ladder that barely reaches the flood light again- i found a setting in the app. INVERT. This thing is dummy-proof, I swear. Whoever made this needs a raise.
The 2k quality is, in fact, 2k. Another reason I purchased this was because my blink cameras have a max quality of like 1080p, and as far as I could tell, none of the blink cameras (even new ones) had anything more than that- but considering how blurry it was the last time the neighbor managed to break the house light while "golfing" at the house, I wanted something with a bit more clarity. The night vision is also really damn good. All of my blink cameras just kind of show a big white spot at night, but the Tapo has no issues. It also sorts videos for you- you can tell it to not store things like- pets, vehicles, etc.
Obviously, Tp- Link probably pays people for some of the reviews. That's why I'm leaving mine, so y'all will know what's real and what's not. I realize this is incredibly long, I'll probably come back and shorten it later. I just wanted to throw my observations out there in case someone was eyeing this dude and needed some real answers.

Oh! One more thing. During this most recent hurricane in Georgia, a tree fell on the house right where my little Tapo was. I couldn't even check him until the tree was removed. His last recorded video was quite literally of the tree hitting the house. (Not to worry, we are okay.) Anyway, if you ever have a burgular or something knocks out your little Tapo, apparently it will somehow manage to upload that clip to the cloud before being unplugged/dying. I'm not sure if it has a small battery backup or what, but I was super impressed with that. Further, turns out, the tree only managed to 'unplug' the Tapo. I'm gonna start calling him lucky.
Oh, and, unlike the blink, it doesn't need a stupid sync module!

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