Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C220 vs Tapo C225

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C220 and the Tapo C225 are 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 C220

Pick it for: Plug-in 9V adapter (the C225 needs a 12V adapter)

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Tapo C225

Pick it for: Apple HomeKit support (the C220: no HomeKit) · Starlight sensor (the C220: infrared night vision up to about 9 m)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C220 Tapo C225
Resolution 2K QHD 4MP 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520)
Power Plug-in (9V, 3 m cord) Plug-in (12V, 3 m cord)
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only
Weather rating Indoor use Indoor use
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Smart home Alexa, Google Apple Home, Alexa, Google
Apple HomeKit No Yes
Night vision Infrared night vision up to about 9 m (30 ft) A starlight sensor, infrared night vision and an invisible infrared mode
Tapo C220

Pros

  • Sharp 4MP picture
  • Long list of AI detection types
  • 12x digital zoom
  • Local storage

Cons

  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • No HomeKit (the C225 has it)
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 C220

  • Plug-in 9V adapter (the C225 needs a 12V adapter)
Why choose the Tapo C225

  • Apple HomeKit support (the C220: no HomeKit)
  • Starlight sensor (the C220: infrared night vision up to about 9 m)

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