Home security cameras · Xiaomi
Xiaomi CW500- Resolution:
- 4 MP
- Indoor or outdoor:
- Outdoor
- Reference price:
- SAR 304
Xiaomi CW500 vs Tapo C216: which one suits you?
The two differ in 3 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi CW500 is cheaper by SAR 16 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
Choose the
Xiaomi CW500 if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 16
- Higher resolution: 4 MP vs 3 MP
Choose the
Tapo C216 if you care about:- No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
The deciding difference here: resolution and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Home security cameras · Tapo
Tapo C216- Resolution:
- 3 MP
- Indoor or outdoor:
- Indoor
- Reference price:
- SAR 319
Key differences
Resolution
✓ 4 MP3 MPIndoor or outdoor
OutdoorIndoorWater and dust rating
IP67IP65
Specifications side by side
12 of 12 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 304 | SAR 319 |
| Resolution | ✓ 4 MP | 3 MP |
| Indoor or outdoor | Outdoor | Indoor |
| Pan and tilt | — | Yes |
| Colour night vision | — | Yes |
| Two-way audio | — | Yes |
| Night vision | Yes | Yes |
| 5 GHz Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Water and dust rating | IP67 | IP65 |
| Local storage (memory card) | Yes | Yes |
| Works with Alexa or Google | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | — | 10.5 x 7.8 x 7 centimeters cm |
| Weight | — | 231 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in resolution between the Xiaomi CW500 and the Tapo C216?
Resolution is higher on the Xiaomi CW500: 4 MP vs 3 MP on the Tapo C216. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in indoor or outdoor between the Xiaomi CW500 and the Tapo C216?
Xiaomi CW500: Outdoor; Tapo C216: Indoor. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in night vision between the Xiaomi CW500 and the Tapo C216?
No difference here: night vision is Yes on both.
What is the difference in local storage (memory card) between the Xiaomi CW500 and the Tapo C216?
No difference here: local storage (memory card) is Yes on both.