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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 90 reviews

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92%would recommend to a friend

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Customers recognize the Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera's excellent camera quality, both day and night, and long battery life, often exceeding 300 days. The inclusion of solar panels is frequently praised for ease of maintenance and reliable charging. Positive feedback also highlights the user-friendly app, straightforward setup, and wide field of view.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tapo TC85

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's perfect. I'm changing my other brand cams. No montgly subscription requirement. Just buy microSD cards and ready to go. Easy install. Wide coverage. Clear resolution.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Camera quality, Ease of use
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tried a lot of cameras, these are among my favs.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    There are a few things that I look for in a security system. 1. Person, pet, vehicle detection, 2. Good picture quality, 3. Good night vision, 4. Local storage so I don’t need a subscription, 5. Smartphone notifications. 6. Either something I don’t need to charge or has a good battery life. 7. A good app. 8. Works with Apple ecosystem. This hits all of them except it only works with Alexa and Google Home. Some of the important specs. 150 degree FOV, activity zones, local SD storage up to 512 GB, IP66 rating, 10,000 mAh battery, solar, and doesn’t require a hub. Setup is easy and straightforward. Only thing I disliked is that these are using MicroUSB to charge. Making them have to include a microUSB to USB-C adapter in the box to connect to the solar panels. The original cord on the solar panel is short (which is nice when you connect it to the included mount for the camera and the solar panel. But if you are wanting to put the panel somewhere else it does come with a longer USB-C to USB-C cable to get that done. There is weatherproofing on the cable itself to help prevent damage during storms. Picture quality is good. Night vision is good as well. Comes with two modes, color, or your classic black/white. Bringing up the live view is quick with low latency, as is going through recordings. App is laid out well making it easy to navigate and find what you are looking for. Plenty of customization features. Low rate of false positives during testing. It does support an SD card, but those are not included with the purchase. Additionally, if you so wish they do have a monthly/yearly membership with some extra features such as saving your recordings to the cloud. But the person/pet/vehicle detection is free, which I’ve found to be rare, and very much appreciated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use, Night vision

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5 Stars - Amazing, Easy to Use, and Reliable!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m incredibly impressed with the TP-Link Tapo Outdoor Battery-Powered Wireless 2K Security Camera 3-Pack with Solar Panels! These cameras are so easy to set up and use, with clear instructions and a user-friendly app that made installation a breeze. The 2K resolution provides excellent video quality, and I love the peace of mind knowing I can keep an eye on my property 24/7. The solar panels are a game-changer, keeping the cameras charged without the need to worry about replacing batteries frequently. Plus, there are no monthly fees, which is a huge plus compared to other security systems. The cameras are incredibly reliable, with great motion detection and clear night vision. Whether I’m at home or away, I always have access to live footage, and I feel more secure than ever. I highly recommend these cameras to anyone looking for a solid, affordable home security solution.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great all-around cameras for the DIYer

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good image quality. Software is full featured and relatively easy to use. No subscription required if you use inexpensive microSD cards (sold separately) for recording. Quite easy to install. It only comes with small screws for the camera/solar mounts so if you’re mounting on a hard surface like concrete or stucco you’ll have to find another solution. For mounting on my stucco walls I used exterior-rated construction adhesive. The software set up via phone app was fairly easy although there were a lot of screens to swipe through. If you’re using a microSD card for storage, make sure you push it in until it locks in place. This can be hard to do if you have fat fingers like me, so use a pen or some other small object to help.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great cameras!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up,install and use. Great app. Also if you already have any cameras on the Kasa app, you can link them to the Tapo app so you can view and manage all your cameras in one application.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great cameras.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quick easy setup, configure and install. Solar panel keeps battery fully charged and one of the best images I have seen on any camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup and installation

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy setup and installation, because it is solar you do not need to do the electrical wiring. Camera has a wide angle too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TP Link Outdoor Camera

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best outdoor camera I have seen. It works flawlessly and is easy to set up. I use it on my PC, iPhone, iPad, etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Better watch it

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Call them on Cell. Very good bargain very easy to use and connect your phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend