Video Doorbell Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo D210 vs Tapo D235L

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo D210 and the Tapo D235L are 2K battery video doorbells. 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. If you hardwire a doorbell, turn off the power at the fuse box or breaker before touching any wiring, and use a qualified electrician if you are not sure.

Quick verdict

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Tapo D210

Pick it for: A battery-only 2K doorbell with an optional A201 solar panel, if you don’t need wiring or 24/7 recording

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Tapo D235L

Pick it for: Runs on battery or hardwired (the D210: battery only, no wiring option) · 24/7 recording when hardwired (the D210: event clips only) · Works with your existing chime using the included jumper (the D210 cannot ring an existing chime)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo D210 Tapo D235L
Resolution 2K 2K 5MP
Power Battery (6,400mAh, up to 180 days) + optional A201 solar Battery (up to 8 months) or hardwired
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz
IP Rating IP65 IP66
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Smart home Alexa, Google Alexa, Google
Chime Tapo chime included (it cannot ring an existing chime) No chime in the box (a jumper for an existing chime is included)
Tapo D210

Pros

  • No hub needed
  • IP65
  • Solar option

Cons

  • Battery only (no wiring option)
  • Cannot ring an existing chime
  • Event clips only, no 24/7 recording
Tapo D235L

Pros

  • Battery or wired
  • 24/7 recording when wired
  • IP66
  • Works with an existing chime

Cons

  • No Tapo chime in the box
  • 24/7 only when hardwired
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo D210

  • A battery-only 2K doorbell with an optional A201 solar panel, if you don’t need wiring or 24/7 recording
Why choose the Tapo D235L

  • Runs on battery or hardwired (the D210: battery only, no wiring option)
  • 24/7 recording when hardwired (the D210: event clips only)
  • Works with your existing chime using the included jumper (the D210 cannot ring an existing chime)

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