Name: Tapo C201
Brand: Tapo
SKU: B0DC26YJV3
Price: 17.96 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (40910 reviews)

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The Tapo C100 is an entry-level 1080p indoor Wi-Fi security camera designed for baby and pet monitoring, featuring a fixed lens, night vision up to 40 feet, and two-way audio. It offers customizable motion detection zones, sound and light alarms, and local storage via microSD card, all controllable through the Tapo app with voice assistant compatibility.

✓ Best for: Budget-conscious parents or pet owners needing basic indoor monitoring of small areas like nurseries or playrooms. Ideal use cases include baby crying detection around the clock, pet watching, hallway or room surveillance with motion alerts, and deterring intruders via sound/light alarms.✗ Not ideal for: Large spaces requiring wide coverage or outdoor use. It is also not suited for users who require pan/tilt flexibility, 2K resolution, or wireless battery-powered operation.

Pros

✓Affordable entry-level functionality that outperforms basic competitors like Blink in motion detection and privacy features
✓Reliable 1080p video resolution with crisp visibility and effective night vision up to 40 feet
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Specifications

Audio

MicrophoneBuilt-in

SpeakerBuilt-in

Two-Way AudioYes

Noise CancellationYes

Camera

Resolution1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080 px)

Sensor Type1/3'' Progressive Scan CMOS

ApertureF2.0

Focal Length3.15 mm mm

Horizontal Field of View117° degrees

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Standard802.11b/g/n

Wi-Fi Frequency2.4 GHz MHz

Security ProtocolWPA/WPA2-PSK, 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS

Design

Height4.6 inches mm

Width3.4 inches mm

Depth3.4 inches mm

Weight0.93 pounds g

Features

Pan/Tilt Range360° Horizontal, 114° Vertical

Motion DetectionYes, with customizable zones

Person DetectionYes

Baby Crying DetectionYes

Privacy ModeYes

General

BrandTapo

MountingWall Mount

Indoor/OutdoorIndoor

ManufacturerTP-Link

ModelTapo C201

Lighting

Night Vision Type850 nm IR LED

Night Vision Range30-40 ft (9-12 m) mm

Network

App CompatibilityTapo App (iOS/Android)

Voice Assistant SupportAlexa, Google Assistant

Power

Power SourceCorded Electric

Built-in BatteryNo

Storage

Local Storage TypeMicroSD card

Max Local Storage Capacity512 GB GB

Cloud StorageOptional (Tapo Care)

Image Sensor

Sensor Type1/3'' Progressive Scan CMOS (not Starlight)

Lens

Field of View117° diagonal, 98.8° horizontal, 53.5° vertical

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