The TP-Link Tapo C420S2 smart home set is a good solution for anyone looking for a flexible security solution for outdoor use. The surveillance cameras and hub not only impress with their good build quality. You also get good image quality with a sharp QHD resolution. However, I would have liked more than 20 fps for the moving images...
TP-Link Tapo C420S1 monitoring set
2560 x 1440 (WQHD)8 pieces in stock at supplier
Product details
The Tapo wireless security camera system is designed for outdoor use. The rechargeable and removable battery with a low-power protocol extends your usage time. Without cables, you can place the camera anywhere you like. The camera is equipped with a star light sensor and spotlights that capture more colors. The highly sensitive star light sensor takes better quality images even in low light conditions. The built-in spotlights ensure that images appear in vibrant colors even at night. This camera allows for two-way audio communication: both a microphone and a speaker are integrated into the device. You can not only see intruders but also hear what they are saying, and record their speech along with the video. By communicating through the speaker, you have the opportunity to deter potential criminals from their actions. See what’s happening in the camera's surveillance area day and night: the model features a day/night function that operates with an IR-cut filter. During the day, the filter removes disturbing infrared light from the recording when there is enough brightness, and it automatically turns off at dusk, remaining inactive throughout the night. This makes infrared light visible in the video recording, allowing you to see things that would otherwise remain hidden in the dark. Visibility is further enhanced by infrared LED lighting: this way, the detection area is illuminated without an intruder being aware of it.
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Network interface | Wi-Fi |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Smart home ecosystem | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Advanced functions | Microphone, Night vision function, Siren, Speakers, Two-way audio |
Type of memory | Memory card |
Network camera type | Outdoor surveillance camera |
Item number | 23973324 |
Manufacturer | TP-Link |
Category | Network camera |
Manufacturer no. | Tapo C420S1 |
Release date | 27/1/2023 |
Colour | White |
Exact colour description | White |
Network camera type | Outdoor surveillance camera |
Camera design | Bullet camera |
Camera resolution | 4 Mpx |
Max. picture resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) |
Viewing angle (H) | 113° |
Viewing angle (V) | 113° |
Viewing angle (D) | 113° |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Focal length | 3.18 mm |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Refresh rate | 20 FPS |
Advanced functions | Microphone, Night vision function, Siren, Speakers, Two-way audio |
Remote access | App |
Video file formats | H.264 |
Audio formats | H.264 |
Protection type (IP code) | IP65 |
Connection A | RJ45 |
Memory card type | microSDXC |
Type of memory | Memory card |
Network interface | Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n |
Smart Home | Compatible |
Smart home ecosystem | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Communication standard | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Compatibility | Amazon Alexa |
Application range | Outside |
Power supply | Rechargeable battery operated |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Number of cameras | 1 x |
Scope of delivery | LAN cable, Tapo C420S1 CCTV security camera, USB cable |
Height | 64.20 mm |
Length | 64.20 mm |
Width | 110.60 mm |
Weight | 880 g |
Product Safety |
Length | 28 cm |
Width | 24.20 cm |
Height | 8.80 cm |
Weight | 877 g |
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Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 8.Hikvision1 %
- 8.Ring1 %
- 8.TP-Link1 %
- 11.Amazon1,2 %
- 11.Catit1,2 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Hama0 days
- 1.Imou0 days
- 1.TP-Link0 days
- 1.Xiaomi0 days
- 7.Enabot1 day
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Synology1,1 %
- 2.Google1,6 %
- 3.TP-Link2,2 %
- 3.Xiaomi2,2 %
- 5.Laxihub2,3 %
- High resolution, top picture quality
- Power supply via rechargeable battery or micro USB cable
- Connection of the hub via Ethernet (100MBit/s) or WLAN (Wi-Fi 4)
- Storage locally via microSD or optionally (plan) in the cloud
- Motion detection with zones as standard
- Quite loud sound alarm
- Cheapest camera set tested
- Reliable motion detection
- Video recordings somewhat dark and spongy
- Colours often pale
TP-Link makes smart outdoor surveillance particularly affordable. The set of 2 costs less than 200 euros. The test winner doesn't even have a camera for that. The video quality isn't great, but it's okay for the price. And: thanks to the base station for local recordings, you don't necessarily need a monthly subscription for cloud storage.

- QHD resolution with good picture quality
- Motion detection differentiates between people, vehicles and pets
- Expansion to a smart home possible
- Support for Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT
- local storage
- Easy commissioning and control