Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C720 vs Tapo C530WS

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C720 and the Tapo C530WS are outdoor cameras with colour night vision. 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. Mains-wired lights and cameras should be fitted by a qualified electrician, with the power off at the fuse box or breaker.

Quick verdict

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Tapo C720

Pick it for: Two floodlights rated at 2800 lumens (the C530WS: two spotlights)

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Tapo C530WS

Pick it for: 3K 5MP video (the C720: 2K QHD, 2560 x 1440) · Pans 340° and tilts 90° (the C720: no pan or tilt) · Plugs in with a 9V adapter (the C720: hardwired only)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C720 Tapo C530WS
Resolution 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) 3K 5MP
Power Hardwired mains only (110-240V) Plug-in (9V adapter)
IP Rating IP65 IP66
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only + Ethernet
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit No No
Smart home Alexa, Google Alexa, Google
Tapo C720

Pros

  • Very bright twin floodlights
  • Wide view
  • Loud 93dB siren
  • Local storage

Cons

  • Hardwired only
  • No pan or tilt
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
Tapo C530WS

Pros

  • Sharper 3K picture
  • Starlight colour at night
  • Ethernet option
  • ONVIF and RTSP

Cons

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

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C720

  • Two floodlights rated at 2800 lumens (the C530WS: two spotlights)
Why choose the Tapo C530WS

  • 3K 5MP video (the C720: 2K QHD, 2560 x 1440)
  • Pans 340° and tilts 90° (the C720: no pan or tilt)
  • Plugs in with a 9V adapter (the C720: hardwired only)

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