Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo TC40 vs Tapo TC41

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo TC40 and the Tapo TC41 are outdoor pan-tilt 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 TC40

Pick it for: A 1080p outdoor pan-tilt camera, if you don’t need the TC41’s 2K or its wider 97.2° view

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Tapo TC41

Pick it for: 2K (2304 x 1296) video (the TC40: 1080p Full HD) · Wider 97.2° diagonal view (the TC40: 85.5°)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo TC40 Tapo TC41
Resolution 1080p Full HD 2K (2304 x 1296)
Power Plug-in (9V adapter) Plug-in (9V adapter)
IP Rating IP65 IP65
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit No No
Smart home Alexa, Google Alexa, Google
Tapo TC40

Pros

  • Covers a wide area by panning
  • Long night vision range
  • Siren and spotlight deterrent
  • Simple outdoor pan-tilt camera

Cons

  • 1080p only
  • Needs mains power nearby
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
Tapo TC41

Pros

  • 2K picture
  • Colour night vision
  • Long infrared range
  • Pan-tilt coverage

Cons

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

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo TC40

  • A 1080p outdoor pan-tilt camera, if you don’t need the TC41’s 2K or its wider 97.2° view
Why choose the Tapo TC41

  • 2K (2304 x 1296) video (the TC40: 1080p Full HD)
  • Wider 97.2° diagonal view (the TC40: 85.5°)

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