Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C216 vs Tapo C510W

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C216 and the Tapo C510W are security 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 C216

Pick it for: Runs on 5V power with a 2 m cord (the C510W: 9V adapter)

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Tapo C510W

Pick it for: Infrared night vision up to 15 m (the C216: up to 12 m)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C216 Tapo C510W
Resolution 2K 3MP 2K 3MP
Power Plug-in (5V, 2 m cord) Plug-in (9V adapter)
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz
Weather rating IP65 IP65
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Smart home Alexa, Google, SmartThings Alexa, Google, SmartThings
Apple HomeKit No No
Night vision Infrared up to 12 m, plus spotlights for colour night vision Infrared and colour night vision up to 15 m, with two spotlights
Siren Sound and light alarm 90dB siren
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
Tapo C510W

Pros

  • Colour night vision with spotlights
  • Wide tilt range
  • SmartThings support
  • Two-way audio

Cons

  • Shorter night range than the TC41
  • Needs mains power nearby
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C216

  • Runs on 5V power with a 2 m cord (the C510W: 9V adapter)
Why choose the Tapo C510W

  • Infrared night vision up to 15 m (the C216: up to 12 m)

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