Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Aqara Camera G100 vs Tapo C120

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Aqara Camera G100 and the Tapo C120 are security cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. Aqara specs come from our Aqara review, checked against Aqara’s own pages; Tapo specs come from Tapo’s own product pages.

Quick verdict

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Aqara Camera G100

Pick it for: Wide 140° view (the C120: 120°) · HomeKit Secure Video (the C120: no HomeKit)

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Tapo C120

Pick it for: 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440) video (the G100: 2304 x 1296) · IP66 weather resistance (the G100: IP65)

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Quick comparison

Spec Aqara Camera G100 Tapo C120
Resolution 2K (2304×1296) 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440)
Power Wired (5V 1A) Plug-in (5V, 3 m cord)
IP Rating IP65 IP66
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 6 2.4GHz only
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit Yes ✅ (HomeKit Secure Video) No
Subscription Not needed for microSD recording Optional (Tapo Care)
Smart home Aqara Home, Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, IFTTT Alexa, Google
Aqara Camera G100

Pros

  • IP65, so it works indoors or outside
  • Wide 140° view
  • microSD up to 512GB
  • HomeKit Secure Video

Cons

  • Wired only, no battery
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Not a Zigbee or Matter hub
Tapo C120

Pros

  • Sharp 2K 4MP picture
  • Strong night vision options
  • Long list of AI detection types
  • IP66 for indoor or outdoor use

Cons

  • No pan or tilt
  • Needs mains power
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Aqara Camera G100

  • Wide 140° view (the C120: 120°)
  • HomeKit Secure Video (the C120: no HomeKit)
Why choose the Tapo C120

  • 2K QHD 4MP (2560 x 1440) video (the G100: 2304 x 1296)
  • IP66 weather resistance (the G100: IP65)

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