Tapo C120 Review - Better Than A Wyze Cam?

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Today, we are going to review the Tapo C120 which is made to directly compete with the Wyze Cams. We will check out its features, do the unboxing, set it up, install and check out its video quality day and night and run it through our usual tests and then compare its video quality to the Wyze Cam V3 PRO which is the closest Wyze Cam with the same features and see which one is better.
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 Features
01:17 Unboxing
02:11 Setup
02:32 Installation
03:07 Settings
05:50 Video Quality
07:23 Testing
09:12 Is it Better?
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@frankm2385 6 месяцев назад

I like this Tapo camera. This is the first time I have heard of this company, but I think it's worth a try. No fee with all of the extras. Wyze got too big for their own good. It's Tapo time!

@YukonHawk1 6 месяцев назад

Totally agree. I have two Tapos and I love them.

@travispeayarlal1485 6 месяцев назад

Tapo is part of TP link, I'm sure u heard of them.

@frankm2385 6 месяцев назад

@@travispeayarlal1485 Nope, but I like what I see.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

They are part of TP-Link. Thanks for watching!

@weixu7557 6 месяцев назад

It’s Tplink. Most big Chinese network manufacturer in NA.

@oldshovelhead 3 месяца назад

Great review as always. I'm so close to replacing all of my Wyze cams due to recent issues with the app and what seems to be Wyze and AWS problems. The one thing keeping me from making the changeover is the Wyze OG which I have mounted outside for the back of my property. In my opinion the OG has much better pic/vid quality over this C120. That said, your review makes a strong case to upgrade. Thanks as always for the work you put into your reviews, your channel is my go-to for all things security camera related!

@chakritw 6 месяцев назад

The free AI/person detection is a big selling point for me since I just want a basic camera for my front door without having to pay for a subscription. Looks like I should also be able to incorporate the person detection feature into my Alexa routine, if I'm not mistaken. Can't wait to try it out when it arrives tomorrow. Update: I've had this unit for almost 2 weeks over my front door, and so far, it's been great for me. I have it set on person-detection to trigger my front entry lights at night with a delay to turn off after a minute. This way, not every other motion would trigger the lights. The video clip is also good because it shows me a complete clip that has a few seconds leading up to the event as well; i.e. I'm not just seeing the back of a delivery person as he's leaving because he ran to my front door to drop off a package.

@chain2331 6 месяцев назад

Can you help / guide me hot to setup alexa routine to trigger a lights on motion detection.

@chakritw 6 месяцев назад

@chain2331 Have the Tapo app installed. Enable Tapo Skill in Alexa, add new routine in Alexa, add event, smart home, fine the Tapo cam, select detection, save, add action, smart home, then find the switch/light or whatever device you want to turn on.

@SomethingAzn 3 месяца назад

Thank you! After Wyze’s recent security problem, was thinking of getting away from their cloud storage. And just now there’s a sale on the Tapo which doesn’t need cloud and also supports RTSP (unlike Wyze that removed that firmware publicly)

@SirRommy 3 месяца назад

I just tried the C211 model and I can say YES, better than a wyze cam as I have them too. The Tapo opens videos way faster and they look great. Also, the video doesn't skip the first chunk of action like the Wyze cams do.

@pevelyhomeowner327 6 месяцев назад

Thank you! Had my first issue with a Wyze camera. < 4 month old V3 issue resolution not resolved so this looks like great package to consider. Thanks again for all your fine reviews.🙏

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

You are welcome.

@davidmmuench 6 месяцев назад

Impressive! Thank you for reviewing this!

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@noloboy 6 месяцев назад

I already have a bunch of these together with the new tapo c125. I replaced all my wyze cams. A big plus for me here is RTSP support which I use with frigate and blue iris. Please review the c125 as well and the C520WS too! Interested to see how it compares to others

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Will see. Thanks for watching!

@Zelement911onrs 6 месяцев назад

Great video! Might snag a couple of these to try out.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@akaCamo 6 месяцев назад

I use my Wyze Cam 3 for 24 hour streaming to a second PC. Already with just 20 comments on here there are two talking about RTSP. It would be great if you could include RTSP (real time streaming) in your future camera reviews and possibly just have a video on the subject. Thanks.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Will see. Thanks for watching!

@goredknight3017 6 месяцев назад

3 minuet’s in a think the camera’s multi positioning has won me over because of the location for WYZE is limited for the location that it need’s to be installed. Night vision is good. The alarm/motion detection is very smart and is also that i have been thinking about to use it or not for the other area that i need a camera.

@pucheco69 6 месяцев назад

Wyze killed all my older cameras after an update and I am far away to go and try to factory reset each one and reinstall, I believe they did in purpose so I will buy the other more expensive ones to replace them. Wyze was the best in one point, not any longer

@carlw 23 дня назад

Your vids are extremely helpful!!!! Personally, how do you like this Tapo C120 indoor/outdoor vs their Mag Cam?

@syd6108 6 месяцев назад

Excellent review

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@rubengarcia3615 6 месяцев назад

Hi, long time viewer of your channel , first time commenting - I received my tap c120 today and have set it up, being a long time wyze customer and frustrated with their service, cost and dependability, it looks like this may be my next cam, planning on testing it for about 2 weeks and then probably replacing all 8 wyze cams I currently have set up, loving all the features this cam offers, thank for your guidance... please be well and stay safe....unfortunately It didn't work for me , sending it back to amazon...

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@loum4973 4 месяца назад

What didn't work for you?

@akaoz2617 5 месяцев назад

What about the apps. Which one do you prefer using? Also do you need an SD card in each camera or is there a hub you can buy and just use 1 SD card?

@gracklesfrekles 6 месяцев назад

What would be the best camera for bird feeder? Any recommendations?

@carlossilva3122 3 месяца назад

Hi, do you have any plans to make a comparison between C120 and c325wb? The C325WB is great, but very bulby and the cables are messy, so I was wondering how different this would be for someone that needs a more discrete camera. Thanks!

@seemerise6746 6 месяцев назад

Does it work behind glass? You are appreciated. Keep up the work.

@ypark2877 6 месяцев назад

Hmm was just thinking of the C320WS tapo. This one looks nice and compact. External antennas on the other might come in handy for range? Since cost almost same with the c320 on sale hard to choose. Would love to see them compared. Got the tapo color pro and the notifications are blazing fast compared to wyze and A.I

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Might do will see. Thanks for watching!

@doskraut 6 месяцев назад

What I don't like about wyze cam v3 is the slow notifications delayed video, then there's the speaker and alarm. Both are useless low volume. Is this camera better in those areas ?

@JasonSF 6 месяцев назад

Question: Other than Ring, which other camera system has the equivalent of Snapshot Capture where it took non-video snapshots between motion events?

@mementomori29231 6 месяцев назад

Great TP-link product!! How is playback speed via SD card?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Depending on your connection. It is fine.

@pdp8 6 месяцев назад

Question Wyze has sound alerts for any sounds within the sensitivity range 0 to 100. Does Tapo have a similar sound alerting or only alerts for the 4 sound types you showed in the video? Thanks !!

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Just the 4 sound types and they have a slider sensitivity setting also.

@SomethingAzn 2 месяца назад

Can you do a comparison to the regular V3? Just got my C120 and my night time color is much worse than my old V3. It feels washed out and very little contrast. Everything looks gray except for the green grass, so I'm wondering if I have a setting wrong or if my camera is bad. I don't think it's the infrared mode because that is pure black/white and not what I'm seeing.

@markhahn8288 3 месяца назад

How would you rate the video quality of the Tapo C120 vs the Eufy E220? This would be on my porch were I have can lights on at night at a low setting so it's never really dark.

@MoonWitch77 6 месяцев назад

I like this camera but I just don’t want to have to replace all my Wyze cameras. I have about a dozen. But this looks a bit better for the same or better price. And I love all the orbs when you did the night test at 6:30.

@D0TELL 4 месяца назад

Did you do subscription for all?

@MoonWitch77 4 месяца назад

@@D0TELL Yes

@rerdkamp 6 месяцев назад

I'm beginning to like Tapo, might even switch from eufy to Tapo. Their doorbell will soon be released.

@kepoliproxo 5 месяцев назад

The money question now is Tapo C110 Vs Tapo C120 Vs Eufy C120? Which one would you recommend? Need it for an apartment

@HughesyTech 6 месяцев назад

ONVIF support and I'm sold 😊

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Yes RTSP and ONVIF

@allanzfs 2 месяца назад

I bought a C120 camera to test. It's very nice except for one key problem. Often insects and birds fly in front of my Wyze cameras and they create a series of useless videos. It's easy to delete selected videos on the Wyze camera app, but not the Topo. The Topo camera software does NOT allow deletion of all these useless videos. It only allows you to reformat the entire SD card so you lose everything. It's a major oversight which I hope they will correct.

@AyasakiHayate012 6 месяцев назад

I hope the colorpro version from c325wb is being used on this camera as well since the c325wb is much better at night because of color pro. Btw because of your unboxing vid of the c325wb, i bought 2 of those and they are great at night. Thanks

@ronm6585 6 месяцев назад

Thanks L.H.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

You are welcome.

@Vectorr66 2 дня назад

I currently have a few wyze cams setup but not really happy with sound and subscription. I really want a 24/7 decent recording option. Do we need to do anything to access cameras outside of local network?

@gabrielvarga3812 6 месяцев назад

Hello can you do a comparison reolink color night vs annke night chroma ? Thank you

@GalactusOG 6 месяцев назад

I quit Wyze cam years ago. It was always shutting off and not detecting motion. then they jacked up the price so i was out. Switched to Ring and doing great for way better prices.

@abc123fhdi 6 месяцев назад

Ring requires subscription though.

@GalactusOG 6 месяцев назад

@@abc123fhdi I only pay 3.99 a month for the best service. It's a good deal.

@VideoCoacalco 6 месяцев назад

Is the motion detection based on pixels or IR motion?

@travispeayarlal1485 6 месяцев назад

I'm a bit worried of the water resistance due to the way the usb C is connecting directly onto the camera. Wyze cams use a tail connection and a rubber seal where the male and female ends meet. Can you test the water resistance at the point of the USB C connection for us? much appreciated if you can.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

There is a bit of rubber seal which held up when I sprayed some water on it.

@travispeayarlal1485 6 месяцев назад

@@LifeHackster thanks for the info! Much appreciated

@user-fv4ji2sx8h 6 месяцев назад

will this work with Spectrum wifi? I don’t know if my wifi is 5 or 2.4 or duo.

@Indomation-nv7yo 3 месяца назад

I'm impressed 👍

@user-wp3pc9ky4l 2 месяца назад

what is the best camera for window setup ?

@4Hendo 6 месяцев назад

I gave up on Wyze cams long ago …..loving “MOST” of my Eufy cams….but this camera looks very inviting as I do not like having only one type of security camera….just in case it would go down. Thanks for the GREAT video an really appreciated everything you do.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@Chaduma Месяц назад

Can you review more tapo products. I'm very curious about their doorbell, floodlight and other offerings.

@rogershark9223 6 месяцев назад

Does it have a web browser view where you can stream say 9 cameras at once?

@Jalexster 6 месяцев назад

I'm surprised there's no feature to link other Tapo lights with the Spotlight. It would be nice if you could trigger Tapo bulbs when the camera detects motion.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Yes, you can. The app has automation and you can set your Tapo/tp-link switches and lights to trigger when motion is detected on the camera.

@Ciangi87 4 месяца назад

Is there a 5 min cool down like Wyze?

@burnjack291 2 месяца назад

What solar panel will work with this? Continuous recording

@yichaohan6317 Месяц назад

This is the plug-in version. Besides, continuous recording and solar panel don’t go together.

@Vectorr66 2 дня назад

Wait so it is the same as the wyze without a subscription you just get a screenshot message? Well I guess wyze you need to have cloud to see the video then. Can we directly access the video then outside local network if you have SD Card?

@NuMooX 6 месяцев назад

Does this connect to the tapo c420s2 hub?

@pollyrascal 17 дней назад

Can you erase events? I can't find a way to do that. Thank you

@WeeToddDidd 27 дней назад

I have one on order to try out. Since this is an outdoor camera, one thing I see missing from all reviews is the size of the power adapter to know the size of the outdoor box that would be required. The majority of my outdoor outlets have a 2 3/4 deep cover. The power plug looks to be one which would be 2" tall. Adding a standard USB cable to it would add another 1", which would prevent the cover from closing. So, I am thinking I may have to get a USB-A to USB-C 90-degree adapter or find a shorter USB power brick so it can fit in the box.

@WeeToddDidd 25 дней назад

Just got it in and I find that the cable is thin and flexible, but the door of the weatherproof box had to be forced closed. The amount of pressure on the cable would have me concerned in the long term. I am swapping the USB power supply to another that has the USB-A plug on the bottom side.

@dodgeskitz87 6 месяцев назад

I use the wyze for the sound detection. How does tapo compare?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

It works but I usually don’t use them especially outside because you will get some notifications.

@richarda6435 6 месяцев назад

It does have RTSP and ONVIF so nice.

@BigMu2003 6 месяцев назад

My Wyze cams that monitor my driveway can’t have alerts for cars because every time there is any motion in the driveway it reminds me there is a car in the driveway even if it has not moved. Does the same thing happen with these cameras?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

I really haven’t tested vehicle detection on any Tapo devices but I might test it soon. Just need to install one in my front yard area.

@yazardee 5 дней назад

Is the adhesive strong?

@yichaohan6317 Месяц назад

How does this compare to the Tapo c320ws?

@SG-bb8pq 6 месяцев назад

I just got my Wyze Cam pans. Eh. I see how long these hold up, but I'll have to cop one of these soon to put up in the garage easing out from the Ring... maybe.

@LtKernelPanic 6 месяцев назад

Not too bad. I may pick one up for testing. I have a Eufy E220 mounted next to one of my Wyze cams for testing as a possible replacemet and so far so good. Not a fan of the magnetic mount and much prefer the way the wyze and tapo mount. If they have RTSP or ONVIF support I may go with them and save a bunch of money. Smaller cameras with RTSP and a starlight sensor seem to be rare.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Yes RTSP and ONVIF

@greghaefs4677 6 месяцев назад

I was going to buy a couple E220 soon, but should I wait? I have a couple Eufy camera already but want a cheaper wired 24/7 recording option Thoughts?

@zuhairhlayel 6 месяцев назад

Great. Thank you.💐🌹🌷💐

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@Mike-In-O-Town 3 месяца назад

Wish you'd expand your testing just a bit to include an evaluation as to how these cams work with Alexa or Google Home. Everything at my home is integrated through Google Home, so I always try to find products that work well with that home assistant platform.

@HenryAcevedo 4 месяца назад

There's and old model c125 can you get it ans compré..

@jahvheadgawn 5 месяцев назад

I would like a lamp socket power option for this camera

@justclaudiabusiness 21 день назад

I might order this camera. It'll be my first time purchasing a camera, so I'm trying to learn what to look for when buying a camera 😅. I'm very new to this. Ugh 😔..trying to catch one of my neighbors vandalize my car.

@markb3866 6 месяцев назад

Is there ghosting at night like eufy? Looks like there is

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

It is not as bad as other cameras.

@chinohills4289 28 дней назад

Can I use this in phl 210V?

@BabaZooz 6 месяцев назад

Do you know if it has RTSP or onvif support?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Yes, it does.

@FreedomRock44 Месяц назад

If being do you connect yours to Power or run off charge????

@FreedomRock44 Месяц назад

If being used outside

@hcvybinn7805 2 месяца назад

does it come with SD card ?

@MS-qu7no 4 дня назад

Thanks! Liked the video great review, so I bought two and could not set it up on iOS on my iPhone with the app it wanted to connect to a Tapo Wi-Fi, which was shut down immediately by iOS because it was not secure. I could never get around it it would not connect with my Wi-Fi network so I used my android phone and the app connected beautifully no problems whatsoever. So far I like it although I’m going to move it outside. Great picture like the app.Have you heard of this problem?

@LifeHackster 3 дня назад

I have used the Tapo app on my iPhone without issues. You might want to re-download the app and try again. Thank you.

@skaterdude14b 6 месяцев назад

Does Reolink NVR work for their wifi cameras?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Yes for Reolink WiFi cameras. I’m not sure about Tapo.

@user-vj4oo5zz1o 6 месяцев назад

Please review the updated Ezviz H8C 4MP..thank you

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Will see. Thanks for watching!

@PointMicrosoft 5 месяцев назад

Wish they release it in Canada soon

@drunkbuzzard3237 4 дня назад

I’m starting to wonder if tapo is just a rebranded Wyze. So much seems similar. Create a different looking app and change the exterior case. I just did a little looking around and now I’m convinced that they’re just the same basic camera manufactured in China with tweaks for different sellers. Maybe the Tapo versions features might work a little better for some people but as far as physical hardware, they’re pretty much the same with the same capabilities that may be limited in one version and not in another.

@MeixnerQuest 5 месяцев назад

My Wyze cameras are not been working properly for a while

@jazon29a 6 месяцев назад

Hi, have you heard iMou cctv? I noticed you haven’t review iMou camera.😅

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

I did a few years back but not recently.

@bobridges 2 месяца назад

Can this camera work behind a window like wyze cam?

@LifeHackster 2 месяца назад

Yes.

@Resist4 6 месяцев назад

With all the software issues Wyze constantly has, any camera is better than them.

@bestoftheYT 6 месяцев назад

How to get hold of this in Europe?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

I’m not sure but check their website. Hopefully, they will be available there soon.

@BM-dl2qz 6 месяцев назад

Thez should make an option to turn on siren manually

@abc123fhdi 6 месяцев назад

can it announce that you're being recorded rather than sound siren?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

No, just siren.

@rubengarcia3615 6 месяцев назад

Have been testing this camera for a week now, great features I really wanted to like it - unfortunately for me it keeps disconnecting and freezing (which defeats its sole purpose)its outside my front door about 25 feet from my wireless access point - its packaged up and ready to be returned to amazon today after i get off work...disappointed to say the least Reply

@alexleon8406 6 месяцев назад

I just purchase this based on your review. I'm definitely going to replace my Wyze v3 Pros with this camera.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@alexleon8406 6 месяцев назад

@@LifeHackster just installed it and I have to say that I liking the c120 a lot more than the v3p pro. The color night vision is much better as well as the AI and notifications speed.

@eric2499 6 месяцев назад

What’s the cost? Why didn’t you mention that? Even if prices change I would like to know the “as of recording this video” price? I like your reviews too.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

geni.us/tapoC120

@mr.boniato6402 6 дней назад

They must have done something to the firmware because the audio quality is terrible. It barely picks up any voice at all. Even the lawn mower does not get picked up. Yours seems to be working as it should, but on both mine, the audio is terrible.

@SMCSpectre 5 дней назад

I bought two of the newer model C125 and the audio quality is absolutely terrible.

@Gravage 6 месяцев назад

You don't need a subscription for the AI detection, but you still need it for rich notifications, which is just as bad. There is always a catch.

@pucheco69 6 месяцев назад

What is the price?

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

35 bucks.

@Alex-bm9nb 2 месяца назад

I don't like Wyze cams anymore, their firmware is trash. This looks like a good replacement. I'm confused why the spotlight needs to be on for color nightvision though? Spec says this cam has the Starlight sensor, it should do color nightvision without needing a bright light source like the Wyze Cam v3.

@pizzadave9812 6 месяцев назад

I'm 20 cameras into wyze no problems with any of them I'm keeping them .

@Compulsive-Elk7103 6 месяцев назад

Same. It'll take a lot for me to abandon Wyze. I'm all in with them

@rogershark9223 6 месяцев назад

Their web browser view is very unstable and not reliable enough to be used as a security camera system

@pizzadave9812 6 месяцев назад

@@rogershark9223 I only use my phone and never have an issue. When I get four ,five, six notifications in a row.... I know somebody is outside. Along with my yolink motion sensors I'm well alert.....

@gjordan8800 6 месяцев назад

In my opinion for the money you can't beat wyze and it is user-friendly ❤ WYZE

@Ciangi87 4 месяца назад

I’ve had Wyze since the first version but I’m ready to jump ship because I’m tired of paying a monthly subscription so I don’t have a cool down time

@artieartya 6 месяцев назад

Thieves love this camera too. Easy access to the sd card swipe and out like it never happened

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

You can always add and pay for the cloud subscription for backup.

@curiouspeople6441 6 месяцев назад

I want 40-50 fps

@chuckbecker8735 6 месяцев назад

Bad news !!!!!!!!!!!!! A small camera advertiser is using your videos and like images to promote their brand new mini cam on RU-vid ads giving a fraudulent impression of your endorsement.

@LifeHackster 6 месяцев назад

Is it one of those mini spy cams? I'm currently working on this to get it canceled.

@chuckbecker8735 6 месяцев назад

@@LifeHackster Every year at this time the same firm suddenly comes out with a new and different ''revolutionary'' mini-cam. This year it is again black but it is ''round'' instead of square.. Also this year they are pretending it should replace doorbell cams as well as ''magnetic stick-up anywhere''' cams. I have seen this new ad 4 times in 24 hours. Yes, I think several years ago these same folks launched the little black cube spy cam.

@user-fv4ji2sx8h 6 месяцев назад

@@LifeHacksterYes, I also saw the ad for the mini spy cam and you were in it.

@rolosaenz 5 месяцев назад

audio quality SU.........K

@LogiTech-qi2ug 2 месяца назад

Wyze owner for years. Not overly impressed with the Tplink Tapo c120.

@sendo427 Месяц назад

I'm really falling in love with tapo's lineup of cameras. Because before I always used eufy and don't get me wrong eufy is good but I just don't like that they don't record in the full resolution that's advertised and also the low frame rates

@matthewhartley8756 6 месяцев назад

Yo I love button cameras ahead and buy that 1 to check it out. No one buys them back but I'm fine. Let's don't do it. I saw them at a decent price too so if they've never been used. They've only been tested

@matthewhartley8756 6 месяцев назад

I don't think so broke as the wise cabs. Could call the cops come on. Not too many cameras can do that. Yo, can you let me know like? How do I zoom in on my real link track? Mix whatever they call the p t zoo they after the update I can't zoom in

@chrismadison305 6 месяцев назад

Troll spotted.

@Rockaland2 6 месяцев назад

For 35 bucks is blows away any Ring camera at this point.. Night vision is good.. FPS is good. price point is a bargain for features.. win . win. wyze who?