Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Aqara Camera Hub G3 vs Tapo C225

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Aqara Camera Hub G3 and the Tapo C225 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 Hub G3

Pick it for: Camera, Zigbee 3.0 hub and infrared remote in one (the C225 is a camera, not a hub) · Dual-band Wi-Fi (the C225: 2.4GHz only)

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Tapo C225

Pick it for: 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) video (the G3: 2304 x 1296) · microSD up to 512GB (the G3: up to 128GB)

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Quick comparison

Spec Aqara Camera Hub G3 Tapo C225
Resolution 2K (2304×1296) 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520)
Power Plug-in (USB-C, 5V 2A) Plug-in (12V, 3 m cord)
IP Rating Indoor only Indoor use
Wi-Fi Dual-band 2.4+5GHz 2.4GHz only
Storage microSD up to 128GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit Yes ✅ (HomeKit Secure Video) Yes
Subscription Face, gesture and pet recognition with no plan needed Optional (Tapo Care)
Smart home Aqara Home, Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT Apple Home, Alexa, Google
Aqara Camera Hub G3

Pros

  • Camera, Zigbee 3.0 hub and infrared remote in one
  • Local face, gesture and pet recognition
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi
  • Physical privacy masking

Cons

  • Indoor only
  • Pan and tilt not available in HomeKit Secure Video mode
  • No bracket in the box
  • microSD up to 128GB
Tapo C225

Pros

  • Apple HomeKit support
  • Physical privacy shield
  • Starlight sensor for low light
  • Fast tracking

Cons

  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Needs a 12V adapter

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Aqara Camera Hub G3

  • Camera, Zigbee 3.0 hub and infrared remote in one (the C225 is a camera, not a hub)
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi (the C225: 2.4GHz only)
Why choose the Tapo C225

  • 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) video (the G3: 2304 x 1296)
  • microSD up to 512GB (the G3: up to 128GB)

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