Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo C840 vs Tapo C225

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo C840 and the Tapo C225 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 C840

Pick it for: Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the C225: 2.4GHz only) · Wide 2K lens plus 1080p telephoto (the C225: one 2K QHD lens) · Works with SmartThings as well as Apple Home, Alexa and Google (the C225: no SmartThings)

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Tapo C225

Pick it for: Single-lens 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) camera (the C840: 2K 4MP wide + 1080p telephoto)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo C840 Tapo C225
Resolution Dual lens: 2K 4MP wide + 1080p telephoto 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520)
Power Plug-in (5V USB-C, 3 m cord) Plug-in (12V, 3 m cord)
Wi-Fi Dual-band 2.4GHz + 5GHz 2.4GHz only
Weather rating Indoor use Indoor use
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Smart home Apple Home, Alexa, Google, SmartThings Apple Home, Alexa, Google
Apple HomeKit Yes Yes
Night vision 850nm and 940nm infrared night vision A starlight sensor, infrared night vision and an invisible infrared mode
Tapo C840

Pros

  • Baby-specific AI alerts
  • Wide and close-up views
  • Apple HomeKit support
  • Gooseneck clamp in the box

Cons

  • No separate parent monitor (uses your phone)
  • Plug-in power only
  • Many features need setting up in the app
Tapo C225

Pros

  • Apple HomeKit support
  • Physical privacy shield
  • Starlight sensor for low light
  • Fast tracking

Cons

  • Indoor use only
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Needs a 12V adapter

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo C840

  • Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz and 5GHz (the C225: 2.4GHz only)
  • Wide 2K lens plus 1080p telephoto (the C225: one 2K QHD lens)
  • Works with SmartThings as well as Apple Home, Alexa and Google (the C225: no SmartThings)
Why choose the Tapo C225

  • Single-lens 2K QHD 4MP (2688 x 1520) camera (the C840: 2K 4MP wide + 1080p telephoto)

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