Camera Comparison · UK 2026
Tapo TC41 vs Tapo C520WS

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the Tapo TC41 and the Tapo C520WS 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.

Quick verdict

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Tapo TC41

Pick it for: 2K (2304 x 1296), Wi-Fi only (the C520WS: 2K QHD 4MP, Wi-Fi or Ethernet)

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Tapo C520WS

Pick it for: Starlight full-colour night vision, f/1.6 (the TC41: spotlights for full-colour night vision) · Ethernet option (the TC41: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only) · IP66 (the TC41: IP65)

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Quick comparison

Spec Tapo TC41 Tapo C520WS
Resolution 2K (2304 x 1296) 2K QHD 4MP
Power Plug-in (9V adapter) Plug-in (9V, 3 m cord)
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz only 2.4GHz only + Ethernet
Weather rating IP65 IP66
Storage microSD up to 512GB microSD up to 512GB
Smart home Alexa, Google Alexa, Google
Apple HomeKit No No
Night vision Infrared up to 29.9 m plus spotlights for full-colour night vision Infrared up to 29.9 m plus starlight full-colour night vision (f/1.6)
Siren Sound and light alarm Two spotlights and a 93dB siren
Tapo TC41

Pros

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

Cons

  • Fewer AI detection types than the C520WS
  • Needs mains power nearby
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
Tapo C520WS

Pros

  • Starlight colour night vision
  • Ethernet option
  • Patrol mode
  • IP66

Cons

  • Needs mains power nearby
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Single lens (the C545D has two)

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the Tapo TC41

  • 2K (2304 x 1296), Wi-Fi only (the C520WS: 2K QHD 4MP, Wi-Fi or Ethernet)
Why choose the Tapo C520WS

  • Starlight full-colour night vision, f/1.6 (the TC41: spotlights for full-colour night vision)
  • Ethernet option (the TC41: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only)
  • IP66 (the TC41: IP65)

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