TP-LINK Tapo C200 Review: Affordable, Reliable and Easy to Use!

[@eigenfield]

I often travel out of PH and this Tapo camera setup works for me to see back home. I know how important it is to see back home. I setup 10 of these in two homes: my parent's home and my home. I can relate to the concerns, and from a usage point of view, the answer are all yes. This camera system is the best we have at this point in time. It has an integrated artificial intelligence detection system, and more. In certain cases where it does not install smoothly, it does require some skill to setup. For example, I have this "no IP address received" error during my very first setup. Manual said, to avoid WPA3 in our router's security configuration. But there could still be other issues. But once its setup, it works like the "eye of Sauron". During the very first initial setup, the camera device temporarily becomes a wifi access point and your phone must connect to it. There is no internet connection at this phase, this temp dummy wifi is just temporarily used in order for Android phone to configure the camera (format SD card, setup to the true wifi, etc). I am willing to do this setup on your behalf if the location of your request is in Cebu or Bohol. I am inspired of this wonderful device and want to help especially to the OFWs out there far from home. I am a computer engineer by profession, and I used IP cameras like this before bought from Lazada, Shopee. From those earlier experiences, I learned the importance of a good and reliable brand and to stick to a single brand in order to have a unified user interface. Some brands, starts good at first but once they reach a certain popularity threshold, its centralized network bandwidth suffers.

[@shashankchalke4915]

Can i share the camera with multiple devices? Please advice

[@petarcrazychef652]

Can it be used on 2 phones?

[@abhishekdasmajumder5042]

Can I see the video footage on my desktop from the SD card?? And what is the playback speed (2x or 4x) of the recorded video on Tapo APP??

[@faisalali9290]

The TP-Link Tapo C200 is very good camera performance wise. Highly recommend

[@tjtorno3460]

would you know how long is the power cable?

[@AnupomAG]

Tapo C200 , Ezviz 6cn, Imou ranger 2/2c Which one is best interms of features and video quality?

[@alexsimpk79]

May I know, how do I remove the camera from the mount base of Tapo C200?

[@TN_AU]

I dont like to use cloud service for cctv's,is there a guarantee that the servee will stay up and beyond the life of the camera? I have purchased other cctv's, soon after they turn off the cloud server after a year of ownership, then the device becomes useless.

[@petbone4682]

Thanks. do you need DSP (digitial signal processing box) for this camera?

[@rasheedkhanmohammed5406]

If I install this camera at a place where I am not located, can I still connect the camera remotely?

[@ntfrmhr]

what is the field of view when not moving??

[@pheelers1831]

Can the camera follow motion on its own or is it just a manual adjustment?

[@nikourasu2023]

Must this device be connected to the phone all the time or can it run recordings with just wifi network connection?

[@cobrabull8289]

2 years and still no answer. OMG

[@ottofumbler7267]

Thanks for the review. Next time, can you do a bit on the playback UI please? While that's more of a review of the app, it's important to know how easy and accurate it is to use. I own a couple of different IP cams, and each app I use has good/bad points when using the playback features. Would be nice to see this aspect fully covered in a review of this security cam.

[@nkgolan]

hi what about WiFi distance ? tnx in advance

[@ktan0675]

How many meter the wire?

[@jeyasaravanan]

Possible to save video through mobile app ?

[@33billbert]

Yes

[@humanshieldz]

Can you lower the camera below or behind for privacy and it won't record at all?

[@auachannel8956]

Hi.. Minimum internet require??

[@kimchan6887]

Can I install it indoor but use it to view outside the window? Are the videos colour or black and white?

[@ajaytanwar9467]

Can I plug 18 w power bank in this camera?

[@humanityages]

Can I use this camera when I am off off home? To check what is happening via my mobile phone?

[@thiagomaximiano1834]

Does the app requires much battery? I was thinking to buy it to monitor my baby and connect it to an iPad.

[@loaymansour2691]

Can connect on camera from any place out ???

[@renatogyuris9008]

Can I save the video to the phone?

[@Nikolaiwww]

what I use today, when it detects motion, it saves that footage to a cloud for me to see. I have it in my cabin. However, it requiers using an old phone, and both I have installed, have died, even though they was plugged in (first one battery got bigger, second one I dont know cause I havent been there after losing contact). So from this video, what I understand is it only records localy? Will you be notifyed, and are you then able to record? I was thinking having two cameras, and this one will both look into the cabin, but allso outsid to the back where there are trees, and some has fallen.

[@hassanfaizan5831]

is it wifi camera

[@bassirmamaton1978]

Does it has internet access even your not at home u can still have access

[@sicks6six]

Very good camera if you have strong 2.4gb WiFi (won't work on 5gb WiFi) keep your password safe. Fingerprint biometric access not an option. And that is the only way to keep things 100% secure.

[@KanyeEastAU]

Is there a web interface you can log into the camera via?

[@RAMESH4UNOW]

If i don't have wifi, can i set this up only to record in sd card. Or it always need a WiFi to start recording?

[@monsieurahansal7798]

i think it needs the wifi to control it

[@albertl8885]

how many C200 cameras can I connect in one Tapo app?

[@tinatiernan3612]

Think its 8

[@salinas9441]

1st Question: All Black Available? 2nd Question: Does it emit red light during night? If yes can I disable or block it using tape

[@footyball66]

how do i get the SD card footage onto my computer?

[@roasty80]

Use you hand

[@rockstar2680sk]

@@roasty80 😂😂😂😂😂

[@yshaleigh]

can this be put outside?

[@ArunPrakashAG]

How to connect away mode mam?

[@clariseparreno8039]

Good day. May I know how to restore deleted videos or recording's?

[@erwinoliverfundador7067]

Hello can I use multiple cameras with the app?

[@tinatiernan3612]

yes

[@needlethread4715]

can multiple devices have access to this camera at the same time?

[@shashankchalke4915]

Can multiple device have access for this camera?

[@gyongyipedersen9264]

Please HEEEEELP 🙏 !!! I'm an old lady and not skilled in modern tech! Where I can find using manual for the problems solving with Tapo c200? I had it on an other country WiFi and on an other phone but now I didn't used it for 3 years and I need to set it up again on a new WiFi & new phone & I simply can't use / set it up. Questions: 1. When I go to WiFi networks is not showing tapo c200 but an other name: Tapo_Cam_6406. When I connect is seeing me: "Connected to the device. Can't provide internet", even I disconnected my phone from 5 G and I connected to 2,4G. 🙏🙏🙏🙏 help, I don't know what to do? 2. How in where, which menu I can I see from distance what is recorded on memory card? 3. How can I delete memory card records from distance? 4. Can I use it also outside in a cold and wet winter?

[@Nicole.TaylorsVersion]

1. If you encounter an error to your TAPO connection, format it and connect it again, but take note, if you format it in several times TAPO cam will stop giving an automatic display list of the connections you want to connect, so you need to connect it manually. Just go to your wifi in your phone and scan for a connection, and it will appear the TAPO connection, then click it and connect, and its not a big deal if you connect it manually and You cant use 5ghz in your TAPO connection, only 2.4ghz, but you can view and control your tapo cam in different connection like using DATA, 2.4ghz, 5ghz in your home and workplace, etc any kind of internet connection.. Just format it again to be effective. 2. There is no way you can check in tapo app, but here is the list based in tplink tapo website. 8GB 24hrs 16GB 48hrs 32GB 96hrs 64GB 192hrs 128GB 384hrs 3. Just format your SD card, go to settings in the top corner, and go find "sd card" and then it will show "FORMAT sd card". 4. Tapo c200 is for indoor only, and its not weatherproof, but if you want weatherproof TAPO cam, buy a TAPO C310.

[@sumitchaudhuri]

Can I use multiple cameras? And view through the same app? Like bedroom camera...living room camera...etc?

[@33billbert]

Yes

[@sumitchaudhuri]

I bought two... working like a dream

[@tinatiernan3612]

yes you can

[@mohammedsalem6742]

Is there a way to switch c200 on the camera without connecting the electricity plz?

[@arnolddejesus8404]

Hi Ma'am, I just got my tapo c200. I want to ask you. How can you monitor the camera at home while you are outside the house? Both have wifi (my phone and camera). I can not connect my phone to tapo camera located in the house because its wifi is not in range. So, even though I have wifi to log in my tapo application but still I have to connect to tapo camera's wifi which is not in range because I am far home. Please help me. Thank you

[@SonofTheMorningStar666]

You can view the camera feed when not at home.

[@MostafaMohamed-vi1ob]

You don't connect to the camera wifi , you will open the application and just connect to the camera even if u are in a different country

[@shashankchalke4915]

@@MostafaMohamed-vi1ob can we share this camera with multiple devices?

[@sunshinestamaria1216]

Can people in abroad can connect to the cam at home?

[@EagleWarrior0008]

Im happy with the camera but one issue how do i get permission as an 2 user to change settings or turn on alarm? Its disable for me

[@foxtrottv6425]

Yes I have 2 Tapo cam.. it’s fantastic and clear HD . Recommended

[@Anonymous-je6tl]

hello, how to be connected to camera when away from home??

[@zastomislisdaznas2483]

Thats the right question!

[@Catbus-Driver]

@@Anonymous-je6tl Probably figured it out by now, but it's all wifi/data based. You can open the app and view your camera away from home as long as you have a connection.

[@Mtijger]

Can you control all that stuff from Pc too or is it only a mobile app?

[@MuhammadIrfan-zs9fm]

kenapa TP-LINK c200 cctv, kalau ga ada pergerakan (motion/apapun yang ga bergerak), itu ga ke rekam. misal contoh : ada gerakan di jam 10.00 (orang lewat), terus kan orangnya ilang nih karena udah lewat, nah 10.02 itu ga ada recording sampai ada gerakan

[@corazontabilos9217]

My micro sd card is not recording anymore and i try to format it but it wouldn’t,what should I do?

[@lourenzedungca]

Can I access the live view from the Philippines here in Canada?

[@pelusosergio]

Do you need WiFi?

[@faisalali9290]

It's really nice Camera. Specially the clearity of camera and alarm 🚨 option.

[@8lossomtree]

I noticed it didn't overwrite the old records. Once microSD storage is full, it stopped recording and I need to manually format it myself. It supposed to be overwrite the old records but it was not functioning that way. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks

[@laurislemhens]

I found this: "you need to enable the Loop recording option on the SD card page first"

[@AR-zh3xl]

How to share access to it to another person’s phone?

[@muhsin_sultan]

2:48 what is that? ISP provided router? Get rid of that, stat

[@klgadgettv]

But it's so prettyyyy!!

[@muhsin_sultan]

@@klgadgettv speeds ain't pretty tho

[@tusharnayyer951]

@@anandpro Dude really ? Have some class.

[@syafiqsharani302]

interesting clear review.. subscribed thanks!

[@RuiSilva450]

Can you see the camera stream from Google home?

[@klgadgettv]

Yes you can

[@ernestoaquinojr2204]

Can I have an access even if I'm out of the Country?

[@makaveli6562]

yes, it's wifi

[@Tonellacam]

Can you watch live ? I don’t need to record just want to watch my dog and be able to speak to her , she has separation anxiety

[@joyace9674]

This cam you have downloaded the app they give you free trials after is a charge most all of the cams you see is nothing for free this will only let you know on the phone if you do not want to pay monthly payments it only show if someone is there on your phone but it will no record anything unless u pay is ok for dog watch in the house or a babysitter but that’s it is not free so is up to u pay monthly or just to let u know someone is in your home they don’t tell you anything until u fine out on your own

[@Yamstew24]

Can some one answer me? May tapo c200 didnt work anymore even ive reset it multiple times pla help

[@jv02vl]

Can this be hackable? I just found out my tapo camera are privacy mode.

[@kristian6283]

You forgot to include the possibility for google home setup

[@christinejoygarcia4983]

can i access the cctv even if im in another country?

[@klgadgettv]

Yes you can

[@ricksuarez9653]

Can I share this device to my sister?

[@btnled357]

I have brought some of these and I have them in the window looking outside. The only trouble is at night time the night vision LEDs are very bright and cause reflection on the window. Is it possible to turn the LEDs off within the app and simply allow the camera to record instead of having to put black tape over the camera housing ??

[@tinatiernan3612]

Change from Auto to Day Mode for night time its just like its daytime.

[@jewelcrusted4919]

Can these show live feed of only record for plsyback? Can I use this to monitor my new nanny live while I’m away in another country ?

[@btnled357]

@@jewelcrusted4919 If the phone app is properly set up, u can not only watch the live feed but u can also watch the recording as well. The app default is for the device to record onto the SD card when movement is detected but you can change that so it is constantly recording.

[@xvertice7660]

How can I use without being near it? Like if I’m outside bad it sun my house

[@klgadgettv]

You can access the camera remotely using the app! Make sure to connect the camera to a Wi-Fi network first and pair your app to the device. From there, you'll be able to stream the live feed even when you're not at home.

[@Steveuploads]

These type of IP cameras are also on Lazada cheaper but less quality

[@theunknown1062]

@@klgadgettv does it need for the wifi to be subscribed to a promo ??

[@CrankMaster]

Can I monitor the camera via PC?

[@9hundred67]

sure why not

[@memd777]

can it upload to FTP server and send email ?

[@nohafathyabdallahhassanaly3260]

Is it possible to have a video with sound without transmitting my sound to the the room I am monitoring?? Just to hear a baby crying for example

[@justlouisep.8160]

How many people can connect to the tapo

[@faisalali9290]

32 Cameras by one TP-Link Tapo application

[@eveplaysph784]

Magkano

[@divane1171]

Thanks, nice detailed review best one yet

[@ציוןח]

How long of recording, 64 GB enough, how many days or weeks?

[@scienceisawesome_]

16 days for a 128gb micro sd

[@cobrabull8289]

Somebody stole camera. No video no evidence 😂😂😂😂

[@sulimanqadry5589]

How can I access the live broadcast from a remote location

[@klgadgettv]

Download the Tapo app

[@Manhsterz]

Very clear review ! Thanks !

[@nazirullsafrypaijo5694]

very close to its Xiaomi counterpart

[@MrCuriousModding]

"recommend using this indoors because it doesn't have IP protection" What does this even mean? What do weather elements have to do with IP protection?

[@abhijithabhi58]

Good review

[@jamichjachiaturao4314]

wow thank youuuuuu

[@gerardoroxas-h7v]

How to buy no to scammer

[@fisherjun7658]

it wont last long...

[@programmer4life]

Why no time stamps tho? downvote.

[@Nicole.TaylorsVersion]

TAPO have time stamp, you can check in the advanced settings, and "on screen display settings".

[@programmer4life]

@@Nicole.TaylorsVersion I'm talking about the video.......

[@Nicole.TaylorsVersion]

@@programmer4life OMG! forgive me, you didnt clear it. well sorry!

[@chainhonglim1281]

Thumbs up for quality video :)

[@dunyadekho9648]

Your language I not understand

[@mayaq8324]

Hope there a text label on the cam, like “please burglar don’t steal the micro sd card with the video of you”

[@IDKOKIDK]

you are a beautiful Queen 😍

[@jamesfreeman1530]

LAGGY

[@AS-wd5hb]

What is the cable length?