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Pros and cons
According to our IP camera expert
- This camera is wireless, so it's easy to install.
- You can store footage directly on this camera with the SD card slot, so you don't need a subscription.
- The camera distinguishes people, animals, and vehicles which means you get fewer false notifications.
- You need a good WiFi connection in the place where you install the camera.
- The battery life decreases if you use the camera often.
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- Manual
- Charger adapter
- Mounting materials
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TP-Link Tapo C425 3-Pack
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Razor-sharp images without an additional subscription
- No subscription required
- Customizable notifications
- Easy to install
- WiFi sometimes drops out
With this IP camera I store my images without an additional subscription and I choose what notifications I receive. I do need a strong WiFi signal, otherwise my image sometimes freezes.
Image storage without additional subscription I save the images from this camera on an SD card. I do not take out an additional cloud subscription for this. If I do want cloud storage, I pay a fixed amount per month. Most other functions, such as talking to visitors and setting motion zones, also don't require a cloud subscription.
Quick and easy installation I find the installation of this IP camera easy, because it is completely wireless. To do this, I first charge the battery with the supplied USB cable. I screw the base of the camera to the fence. Would you rather not make holes? Then you stick it on. There are strong magnets in the base and the camera. This makes it easy for me to click the camera onto the base. However, this is slightly less resistant to theft than a camera with a screw mounting.
Keep an eye on everything via the app I connect the camera to the app on my smartphone. Here I watch the live images, which are very sharp. For this I need a good WiFi connection with the camera. Otherwise the image stutters or even freezes completely. I solve this by placing my WiFi extender closer to the camera. After that I no longer have connection problems. In the app I also set exactly what kind of notifications I want to receive. I turn on personal and pet recognition. I also set the built-in lamp to turn on in the evening when there is movement. This way I can see exactly who or what is in the picture. I leave out extensive notifications with screenshots, because I need a cloud subscription for this.
Isa
23 July 2024
Automatically translated from Nederlands
A good camera for both indoors and outdoors.
- The night mode in color
- The clear image
- Alarm adjustable
- The magnetic coupling makes it more susceptible to theft.
I was able to test this camera for about 2 weeks. It is a sturdy, quite heavy, camera. Installation was very easy. The wall holder can be attached using a magnetic plate or screws. Here you click the camera, which has a strong built-in magnet, into place. You can connect the camera via the Tapo app (Wi-Fi required) and set it to your own wishes and preferences. There are many options, including who or what the camera should respond to, adjustable distance, video quality 720 P, automatic or 2K QHD, frame rate, night vision, sensitivity, etc. This camera also has the ability to communicate clearly with each other. In the settings you can also indicate whether an alarm will sound upon detection, the sound can then be heard via the camera and also via your mobile phone. If you are at home, you can switch on the privacy mode, the camera will go black and nothing will be detected and/or recorded. The view of the camera is very clear, both during the day and at night. I have installed a micro SD card to record and play back the stored videos, which I personally prefer. The built-in battery has a battery life of about 300 days, but I can't say anything about this. The test period was too short for that. The only downside, which is nice for charging and cleaning the camera, is that the camera is easy to remove from the holder due to the magnetic attachment, making it more susceptible to theft.
Pajo
17 July 2024
Automatically translated from Nederlands
Good camera for the money
- Sharp image
- Good sound
- User friendly
- Battery life
The camera offers a wireless system in combination with a magnet, making it easy to move in all directions. This is a big advantage. Unfortunately, battery life is a downside; after three weeks of use, the battery has already dropped by 40 percent, which is faster than promised. In addition, the WiFi connection is often out of range and does not work optimally.
On the plus side, the camera films excellently in 2K, with a sharp and clear live image. Even when you communicate with someone standing in front of the camera via the TAPO app, you are clearly audible and the other person can hear you clearly.
Tim
26 July 2024
Automatically translated from Nederlands
Specifications
Product
Product number | 944173 | |
Manufacturer code | Tapo C425 | |
Brand | TP-Link | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Image properties
Type of image definition support | QHD (1440p) (2K) | |
Video resolution width | 2560 pixels | |
Video resolution height | 1440 pixels | |
Horizontal viewing angle | 134 ° | |
Vertical viewing angle | 77 ° | |
Pan | ||
Tilt | ||
Zoom (IPcam) | ||
Digital zoom | 12 | |
Fisheye | ||
Frames per second | 30 fps |
Camera options
Number of cameras | 1 | |
IP camera type | Bullet camera | |
Usage location | Outdoors | |
Alarm system needed for use | ||
Subscription needed for full use | ||
Motion detection sensor | ||
Infrared lighting | ||
Infrared light range | 8 m | |
Infrared motion sensor | ||
Suitable for placement behind glass | ||
Dynamic DNS client | ||
2-way audio | ||
Built-in microphone | ||
Review event | ||
Streaming |
Other properties
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery | |
Battery (power source) | ||
Maximum battery life | 7200 hours | |
Storage options | Cloud, SD card | |
SD card slot | ||
Type of SD card | microSD | |
Number of days you can view for free | 30 days | |
Built-in WiFi | ||
PoE support | ||
UPnP AV support | ||
ONVIF certified | ||
PSIA certified |
Physical properties
Height | 11,5 cm | |
Width | 6,4 cm | |
Depth | 6,4 cm | |
Color | White | |
Mounting possible | ||
Water-resistant | ||
Water resistance | Splash proof | |
Waterproofness certification | IP certification | |
IP certification | IP66 |
Smart Home options
Controls via app | ||
Controlled via Android app | ||
Controlled via Apple app | ||
Smart home platform | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
Cybersecurity
Internet connection required | ||
Manufacturer account required | ||
Multi-factor authentication | ||
Log in with fingerprint on your phone | ||
Log in with Face ID on your phone | ||
Usage possible without cloud environment manufacturer | ||
Support for future updates | ||
Personal information required | ||
Type of information required | Voice commands |
Introduction year and updates
Guaranteed support with updates | 48 months after release date | |
Year introduced | 2024 | |
Introduction month | January |