Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C216 vs Tapo C530WS

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C216 and the Tapo C530WS are weatherproof pan-tilt 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: Works with SmartThings as well as Alexa and Google (the C530WS: Alexa and Google)

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Tapo C530WS

Pick it for: 3K 5MP video (the C216: 2K 3MP) · Infrared night vision up to 29.9 m (the C216: 12 m) · Ethernet port as well as Wi-Fi (the C216: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C216 Tapo C530WS
Resolution 2K 3MP 3K 5MP
Power Plug-in (5V, 2 m cord) Plug-in (9V adapter)
IP Rating IP65 IP66
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only + Ethernet
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit No No
Smart home Alexa, Google, SmartThings Alexa, Google
Tapo C216

Pros

  • Pan-tilt that also works outdoors
  • Wide 152° tilt coverage
  • Colour night vision
  • Many mounting options

Cons

  • Needs mains power
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • 2 m power cord
Tapo C530WS

Pros

  • Sharper 3K picture
  • Starlight colour at night
  • Ethernet option
  • ONVIF and RTSP

Cons

  • Needs mains power nearby
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C216

  • Works with SmartThings as well as Alexa and Google (the C530WS: Alexa and Google)
Why choose the Tapo C530WS

  • 3K 5MP video (the C216: 2K 3MP)
  • Infrared night vision up to 29.9 m (the C216: 12 m)
  • Ethernet port as well as Wi-Fi (the C216: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only)

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