Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C245D vs Tapo C230

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C245D and the Tapo C230 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 C245D

Pick it for: Wide view and close-up at the same time (the C230: a single 3K 5MP view) · Works with SmartThings (the C230: Alexa and Google)

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Tapo C230

Pick it for: Sharp 3K 5MP (2880 x 1620) picture (the C245D: 2K 3MP per lens)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C245D Tapo C230
Resolution Dual 2K 3MP (wide + telephoto) 3K 5MP (2880 x 1620)
Power Plug-in (9V, 3 m cord) Plug-in (9V, 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, SmartThings Alexa, Google
Apple HomeKit No No
Night vision Infrared night vision up to 12 m Infrared night vision up to 12 m
Siren 69dB siren Sound and light alarm
Tapo C245D

Pros

  • Wide view and close-up at the same time
  • Smart tracking between lenses
  • Full AI detection list
  • Wall or ceiling mounting

Cons

  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Lower resolution per lens than the 4K C250 and C260
Tapo C230

Pros

  • Sharp 3K picture
  • Full set of AI detections
  • Local storage
  • ONVIF and RTSP

Cons

  • Narrower view than some Tapo indoor cameras
  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C245D

  • Wide view and close-up at the same time (the C230: a single 3K 5MP view)
  • Works with SmartThings (the C230: Alexa and Google)
Why choose the Tapo C230

  • Sharp 3K 5MP (2880 x 1620) picture (the C245D: 2K 3MP per lens)

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