TP-Link VIGI vs TP-Link Tapo: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the TP-Link VIGI is cheaper by SAR 7 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 7
  • Higher resolution: 4 MP vs 3 MP
  • Lower weight: 200 g vs 500 g
  • Higher field of view: 97.23 ° vs 75.2 °

The deciding difference here: resolution and field of view and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Resolution

    ✓ 4 MP3 MP
  • Indoor or outdoor

    Indoor & outdoorOutdoor
  • Water and dust rating

    IP67IP65

Specifications side by side

15 of 15 specs

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Spec
TP-LinkSAR 169
TP-Link VIGI specs
TP-LinkSAR 176
TP-Link Tapo specs
Reference priceSAR 169SAR 176
Resolution✓ 4 MP3 MP
Resolution class—2K
Indoor or outdoorIndoor & outdoorOutdoor
Pan and tilt—Yes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in resolution between the TP-Link VIGI and the TP-Link Tapo?

Resolution is higher on the TP-Link VIGI: 4 MP vs 3 MP on the TP-Link Tapo. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in indoor or outdoor between the TP-Link VIGI and the TP-Link Tapo?

TP-Link VIGI: Indoor & outdoor; TP-Link Tapo: Outdoor. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in night vision between the TP-Link VIGI and the TP-Link Tapo?

No difference here: night vision is Yes on both.

What is the difference in water and dust rating between the TP-Link VIGI and the TP-Link Tapo?

TP-Link VIGI: IP67; TP-Link Tapo: IP65. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.