Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C501GW vs Reolink TrackMix LTE

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C501GW and the Reolink TrackMix LTE 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: Ethernet or PoE connection (the TrackMix LTE: 4G LTE mobile data only) · IP66 rating (the TrackMix LTE: IP65) · microSD up to 512GB (the TrackMix LTE: up to 128GB)

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Reolink TrackMix LTE

Pick it for: Dual lens (2.8mm + 8mm), up to 4K 8MP (the C501GW: 1080p) · Runs on a 5,100mAh battery (the C501GW needs mains or PoE power)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C501GW Reolink TrackMix LTE
Resolution 1080p Full HD Dual lens (2.8mm + 8mm), up to 4K 8MP; 6x hybrid zoom; 355° pan, 90° tilt
Power 12V adapter or PoE (802.3af/at) 5,100mAh battery (USB-C 5V 2A); Solar Panel 2 (6W) compatible
Wi-Fi 4G LTE or Ethernet (no Wi-Fi) None: 4G LTE mobile data
Weather rating IP66 IP65
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 128GB, Reolink Cloud
Smart home Alexa, Google Google Assistant
Night vision Infrared and colour night vision with dual spotlights Infrared up to 30 m, plus a 450-lumen spotlight
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 TrackMix LTE

Pros

  • Wide and zoomed views at once
  • Auto tracking over 4G
  • 30-metre infrared range
  • Spotlight for colour at night

Cons

  • Needs a data plan
  • Smaller battery than the Altas Go PT
  • Reolink does not state a battery life figure
  • microSD limited to 128GB

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C501GW

  • Ethernet or PoE connection (the TrackMix LTE: 4G LTE mobile data only)
  • IP66 rating (the TrackMix LTE: IP65)
  • microSD up to 512GB (the TrackMix LTE: up to 128GB)
Why choose the Reolink TrackMix LTE

  • Dual lens (2.8mm + 8mm), up to 4K 8MP (the C501GW: 1080p)
  • Runs on a 5,100mAh battery (the C501GW needs mains or PoE power)

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