Tapo SolarCam C402 Review: Solar Powered Security for Your Home

Discover peace of mind with the Tapo SolarCam C402 KIT. This wire-free security camera combines cutting-edge features with eco-friendly solar power.
Completely Wire-Free Design: This solar-powered security camera eliminates the need for messy wires or outlet connections. The included solar panel keeps the camera continuously charged, so you can say goodbye to frequent battery recharges.
2K QHD Resolution & Night Vision: See every detail in sharp clarity with the C402’s 2K QHD resolution. Even at night, capture clear images and videos with the camera’s powerful night vision mode, which lets you see up to 30 meters in the dark.
Smart Detection & Motion Alerts: Receive instant notifications and view live footage directly on your phone whenever the camera detects motion. With built-in smart detection, the C402 can distinguish between people and other moving objects, reducing unwanted alarms.
Remote Control & Two-Way Audio: With the Tapo app, you can control everything from the palm of your hand. You can see live footage, adjust settings, or trigger alarms-all remotely. The C402 also features two-way audio, allowing you to communicate with anyone near the camera.
Weatherproof Design: The C402 is built to withstand the elements, with an IP65 weatherproof rating that protects it from rain, dust, and snow.
Protect your home with the Tapo C402 Solar-Powered Security Camera Kit.
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Intro: 0:00
Hardware: 0:40
Front: 1:06
Bottom: 2:24
Back: 3:02
Setup: 3:52
What's in the box: 6:39
Solar panel: 7:12
App camera controls: 9:06
App camera settings: 15:75
Audio test: 23:55
Video test: 24:41
Detection test: 25:18
Cons: 25:59
Conclusion: 27:53
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Some helpful time stapms: Intro: 0:00 Hardware: 0:40 Front: 1:06 Bottom: 2:24 Back: 3:02 Setup: 3:52 What's in the box: 6:39 Solar panel: 7:12 App camera controls: 9:06 App camera settings: 15:75 Audio test: 23:55 Video test: 24:41 Detection test: 25:18 Cons: 25:59 Conclusion: 27:53

[@Whitepinoy]

Homekit ?

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

No

[@Jay-sg2ww]

I just got this today. Its crazy you can't invert an image. I'd like to hang this from ceiling/awning. I though I could just use the side screw in threads. But if you than hang it upside down you can't invert the image. In what scenario would you want this laying on a table. Its makes no sense. The screw hole should be 180 degrees on the other side. I just got it for $30 from Amazon so I though it was a great deal, but I believe it will be unusable now.

[@Jay-sg2ww]

I'm an idiot. I'll leave this up in case anyone else jumps the gun. The mounting bracket ball joint has a grove in it on one side. That will allow you to angle it 90 degrees so you can mount it on the ceiling.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

@@Jay-sg2ww The ball joint got me too when I first put it up. The reason with PIR cameras that you can not invert the image is that then the PIR sensor would not be located in a good place to detect the heat based motion events.

[@Jay-sg2ww]

@@Wanderer001_Reviews Makes sense,the PIR sensor needing to be on the bottom. Since you have tested both, what do you think of this vs the C425. In your opinion is it worth the upgrade for and additional $30. Better resolution, higher frame rate, bigger battery, etc. C402 might have a better PIR sensor (bigger) and does have usb-c.

[@Wanderer001_Reviews]

@@Jay-sg2ww For me it would come down to two things. The 402 is meant to be used with the included solar panel, so the bigger battery on the 425 does not give it that much of an edge. You could also buy a solar panel for the 425. I like the better frame rage and resolution of the 425 but it has one big down fall. The magnet mounting means if could be pulled down much easier.