Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C200 vs Tapo C225

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C200 and the Tapo C225 are pan-tilt indoor cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. Tapo specs come from Tapo’s own product pages.

Quick verdict

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Tapo C200

Pick it for: A 1080p pan-tilt camera if you don’t use Apple Home or need 2K (the C225: 2K QHD 4MP with HomeKit)

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Tapo C225

Pick it for: Works with Apple HomeKit (the C200: no HomeKit) · Sharper 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) picture (the C200: 1080p Full HD) · Wider 100° diagonal view (the C200: 88.3° diagonal)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C200 Tapo C225
Resolution 1080p Full HD 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520)
Power Plug-in (9V adapter) Plug-in (12V, 3 m cord)
IP Rating Indoor use Indoor use
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit No Yes
Subscription Optional (Tapo Care) Optional (Tapo Care)
Smart home Alexa, Google Apple Home, Alexa, Google
Tapo C200

Pros

  • Covers a whole room with pan and tilt
  • Privacy mode
  • Local storage
  • ONVIF and RTSP support

Cons

  • 1080p only
  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
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 Tapo C200

  • A 1080p pan-tilt camera if you don’t use Apple Home or need 2K (the C225: 2K QHD 4MP with HomeKit)
Why choose the Tapo C225

  • Works with Apple HomeKit (the C200: no HomeKit)
  • Sharper 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) picture (the C200: 1080p Full HD)
  • Wider 100° diagonal view (the C200: 88.3° diagonal)

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