Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Aqara Camera G100 vs Tapo C216

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Aqara Camera G100 and the Tapo C216 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 C216: 98°) · HomeKit Secure Video (the C216: no HomeKit)

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Tapo C216

Pick it for: Pan and tilt in an IP65 camera (the G100: no pan or tilt listed)

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Quick comparison

Spec Aqara Camera G100 Tapo C216
Resolution 2K (2304×1296) 2K 3MP
Power Wired (5V 1A) Plug-in (5V, 2 m cord)
IP Rating IP65 IP65
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, SmartThings
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 C216

Pros

  • Pan-tilt that also works outdoors
  • Wide tilt range
  • Colour night vision
  • Many mounting options

Cons

  • Needs mains power
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • 2 m power cord

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Aqara Camera G100

  • Wide 140° view (the C216: 98°)
  • HomeKit Secure Video (the C216: no HomeKit)
Why choose the Tapo C216

  • Pan and tilt in an IP65 camera (the G100: no pan or tilt listed)

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