Home security cameras · Tapo
Tapo C500- Resolution:
- 2 MP
- Resolution class:
- 1080p
- Reference price:
- SAR 179
Tapo C500 vs TP-Link Tapo: which one suits you?
The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Tapo C500 if you care about:- Lower weight: 360 g vs 500 g
Choose the
TP-Link Tapo if you care about:- Higher resolution: 3 MP vs 2 MP
The deciding difference here: resolution and weight.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Home security cameras · TP-Link
TP-Link Tapo- Resolution:
- 3 MP
- Resolution class:
- 2K
- Reference price:
- SAR 176
Key differences
Resolution
2 MP✓ 3 MPResolution class
1080p2KDimensions
12.4 x 12.3 x 9 centimeters cm16 x 21 x 14.5 centimeters cm
Specifications side by side
15 of 15 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 179 | SAR 176 |
| Resolution | 2 MP | ✓ 3 MP |
| Resolution class | 1080p | 2K |
| Indoor or outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Pan and tilt | Yes | Yes |
| Field of view | — | 97.23 ° |
| Night vision | Yes | Yes |
| Colour night vision | Yes | Yes |
| Person detection | Yes | Yes |
| Two-way audio | Yes | Yes |
| No monthly subscription (per listing) | — | Yes |
| Local storage (memory card) | Yes | Yes |
| Water and dust rating | IP65 | IP65 |
| Works with Alexa or Google | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 12.4 x 12.3 x 9 centimeters cm | 16 x 21 x 14.5 centimeters cm |
| Weight | ✓ 360 g | 500 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in resolution between the Tapo C500 and the TP-Link Tapo?
Resolution is higher on the TP-Link Tapo: 3 MP vs 2 MP on the Tapo C500. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in indoor or outdoor between the Tapo C500 and the TP-Link Tapo?
No difference here: indoor or outdoor is Outdoor on both.
What is the difference in colour night vision between the Tapo C500 and the TP-Link Tapo?
No difference here: colour night vision is Yes on both.
What is the difference in resolution class between the Tapo C500 and the TP-Link Tapo?
Tapo C500: 1080p; TP-Link Tapo: 2K. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.