Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C325WB vs Tapo C520WS

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C325WB and the Tapo C520WS are 2K QHD outdoor 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 C325WB

Pick it for: Wider f/1.0 aperture for ColorPro night vision (the C520WS: f/1.6) · Louder 97dB siren (the C520WS: 93dB)

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Tapo C520WS

Pick it for: Pans 340° (the C325WB: no pan or tilt) · Patrols between points you mark in the app (the C325WB is a fixed camera)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C325WB Tapo C520WS
Resolution 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) 2K QHD 4MP
Power 9V adapter, or PoE on the v2 Plug-in (9V, 3 m cord)
IP Rating IP66 IP66
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz + Ethernet 2.4GHz only + Ethernet
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit No No
Subscription Optional (Tapo Care) Optional (Tapo Care)
Smart home Alexa, Google Alexa, Google
Tapo C325WB

Pros

  • Colour-Pro night vision
  • Wide 127° view
  • Loud 97dB siren
  • Ethernet option

Cons

  • Needs wired power: the 9V adapter, or PoE on the v2
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi
  • No pan or tilt
Tapo C520WS

Pros

  • Starlight colour night vision
  • Ethernet option
  • Patrol mode
  • IP66

Cons

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

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C325WB

  • Wider f/1.0 aperture for ColorPro night vision (the C520WS: f/1.6)
  • Louder 97dB siren (the C520WS: 93dB)
Why choose the Tapo C520WS

  • Pans 340° (the C325WB: no pan or tilt)
  • Patrols between points you mark in the app (the C325WB is a fixed camera)

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