Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C501GW vs Reolink Go PT Plus

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C501GW and the Reolink Go PT Plus 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; Reolink specs come from Reolink’s own product pages.

Quick verdict

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Tapo C501GW

Pick it for: PoE (802.3af/at) option (the Go PT Plus: battery, USB-C or solar) · IP66 rating (the Go PT Plus: IP64) · microSD up to 512GB (the Go PT Plus: up to 128GB)

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Reolink Go PT Plus

Pick it for: 5MP (2880 x 1660) video (the C501GW: 1080p) · Runs on a 6,000mAh battery (the C501GW needs mains or PoE power)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C501GW Reolink Go PT Plus
Resolution 1080p Full HD 2880 x 1660 (5MP), 355° pan, 140° tilt
Power 12V adapter or PoE (802.3af/at) 6,000mAh battery (USB-C 5V 2A), about 2 months per charge; solar compatible
Wi-Fi 4G LTE or Ethernet (no Wi-Fi) None: 4G LTE (Nano SIM and data plan)
Weather rating IP66 IP64
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 128GB, Reolink Cloud
Smart home Alexa, Google Google Assistant and Alexa
Night vision Infrared and colour night vision with dual spotlights Infrared up to 10 m, plus two spotlights
Tapo C501GW

Pros

  • Works where there is no Wi-Fi
  • PoE option
  • Pan-tilt coverage
  • IP66

Cons

  • 1080p only
  • Needs a SIM with a data plan for 4G
  • Still needs mains or PoE power
Reolink Go PT Plus

Pros

  • Pan and tilt over 4G
  • No Wi-Fi or broadband needed
  • Colour night vision with spotlights
  • Works with Google Assistant and Alexa

Cons

  • Needs a SIM card and data plan
  • Battery is not removable
  • IP64 rather than IP65
  • microSD limited to 128GB

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C501GW

  • PoE (802.3af/at) option (the Go PT Plus: battery, USB-C or solar)
  • IP66 rating (the Go PT Plus: IP64)
  • microSD up to 512GB (the Go PT Plus: up to 128GB)
Why choose the Reolink Go PT Plus

  • 5MP (2880 x 1660) video (the C501GW: 1080p)
  • Runs on a 6,000mAh battery (the C501GW needs mains or PoE power)

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