Tapo C520WS
Score: 88/100
YI Pro
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Tapo C520WS is a TP-Link 2K QHD outdoor pan/tilt Wi-Fi security camera offering 340° pan and 90° tilt coverage with starlight color night vision. It features free AI motion detection and IP66 weatherproofing, making it a high-value PTZ solution. Ideal for homeowners needing wide-area outdoor surveillance with high-resolution video and smart-home integration.
The YI Pro 2K 3-PC bundle offers three plug-in indoor Wi-Fi cameras with 2K resolution and AI-driven detection for budget-friendly home monitoring. Its main limitation is the requirement for a paid cloud subscription to access full AI features and the lack of pan-tilt coverage. It is best suited for budget-conscious families needing multi-room indoor monitoring where outlets are nearby.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 metersbest | 9 meters | |
360 degreesbest | 107 degrees | |
30 fpsbest | 20 fps | |
12 xbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1.4 f-stopbest |
24 monthsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi-Fi Standard | 802.11ac | 2.4 GHz |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
IP Rating | IP66 | |
Camera & Image(7) | ||
Night Vision Range (meters) | 30 meters | 9 meters |
Field of View (degrees) | 360 degrees | 107 degrees |
Frame Rate (fps) | 30 fps | 20 fps |
Night Vision Type | Color | Infrared |
Digital Zoom (x) | 12 x | x |
Lens Aperture (f-stop) | f-stop | 1.4 f-stop |
Image Sensor Type | 3 MP | |
Support & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 24 months | months |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the C520WS for its sharp 2K resolution, expansive 340° pan/90° tilt with motion tracking, and starlight color night vision. They also appreciate the dual Wi-Fi antennas for stable connectivity.
Everyday users consistently praise the camera's crystal-clear 2K video, easy app-based pan/tilt control, accurate motion tracking, and full-color night vision.
Professional reviewers commend the YI Pro 2K bundle for its sharp 2K video, robust AI detection and straightforward Wi-Fi setup, positioning it as a solid budget indoor solution. However, they caution that the lack of 5 GHz support, absence of pan-tilt, and the need for a paid cloud subscription for full AI limit its appeal for power users.
Consumers generally praise the clear video quality, easy installation and reliable two-way audio, while repeatedly noting Wi-Fi instability in crowded bands, the annoyance of subscription prompts for advanced AI, and the limited mounting options as common pain points.
“quality output, easy install”
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