Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit Review - Better Than I Thought!

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Today, we are going to review and test out the Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit. This is an outdoor battery powered wireless security camera that includes a solar panel to continuous charging and also the mounting bracket for both the solar panel and the camera for a clean looking install. We will check out its features, do a quick unboxing, setup and install and check out its video quality day and night and run it through our testing and see if this Solar Cam C402 is a good option for your home security camera needs.
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00:00 Introduction
00:26 Features
01:57 Unboxing
03:05 Setup
03:32 Installation
04:31 Settings
06:20 Video Quality
07:41 Testing
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@robertoghinato5754 24 дня назад

gr8 review like always! thanks for the info

@debh3404 Месяц назад

I love how you show how to connect it to the app.

@reggie2803 Месяц назад

Specs are pretty good and a great combo price.

@AschTheWolf Месяц назад

Another good Tapo device to add to the list of good cams. I personally own a Tapo C-111 and I think it's the best camera I have bought so far

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Thanks for watching!

@tritontr21 14 дней назад

I was a wyze consumer from V1. Nothing but problems over the last year. Switched too tapos and they are amazing.

@Jbdassassinarmy Месяц назад

Love the video. Any chance you are going to review the riolink home hub?

@ronm6585 Месяц назад

Thank you.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Thanks for watching!

@tpop3723 Месяц назад

Not only did they not advertise it as a 2k camera but they also didn’t mention about the included automatic sombrero alert!

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

LOL... :)

@SoBadNomad 5 дней назад

Great video. Ive been using wansview. I might switch to these after seeing the functionality.

@netstar5950 Месяц назад

Great review! The camera resolution performance is better than stated in the specs (that is a first), free AI detection, and solar panel is included all for the low price that is advertised. I'm really skeptical about whether the free AI will last or it will change to subscription service in the future. Do you get a lot of AI false alerts with the sun going in and out of the clouds? The short usb cable does make it a clean install even though it limits where you can mount it to receive sunlight. Otherwise, it's not bad for the price.

@davidlei6930 Месяц назад

Tapo cameras offer free AI recognition because the AI operates on the edge (processed internally within the camera rather than uploaded to cloud servers). Many other brands process AI on cloud servers, which is slower and incurs additional costs.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

The person detection of Tapo is pretty good. Pet detection on this camera is a hit or miss but the wired colorPRO is spot on.

@69Dartman Месяц назад

Looks pretty decent and I've used quite a few cheap 2k cameras recently and they all look pretty decent, not 4k but very nice, especially in daylight. Some will actually work fine with my cheap backup NVR box and the person /auto detection works, depending on the camera. I still think my Reolink box and cameras look the best but it doesn't like the non OEM ONVIF POE cameras. I just got a solar battery backup panel for my Weather Station so I don't have to go on the roof to swap batteries anymore so I can see how nice that would be with a decent wifi camera like that one, set and forget 👍

@Keepingthefaith72 Месяц назад

Hoping you review the new Tapo 2k 5mp smart wireless security camera doorbell, With full night color .....

@Jay-sg2ww Месяц назад

Just installed it today. The wired one D130. Seems like a decent unit for the price.

@JackTownley-uc4wf Месяц назад

Hey man love your videos, can you look into the Ctronics dual lense ptz camera

@abc123fhdi Месяц назад

Pretty good for the price. Wish it had an NVR option. Putting rich notifications behind a paywall like reolink kinda sux.

@hienho15 Месяц назад

I'm not impress by the camera but I am so impressed by how well you maintain your lawn. It is so smooth and has consistent deep green. You need to make a video about that . That's a beautiful backyard. But what's up with the basketball goal post? People playing on that grass are going to ruin that lawn.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Thank you... just deep watering (kinda forced because of once every 2 weeks water restrictions) and also we are getting some occasional but worthwhile rain... as to the goal post...well, the thing about grass is for you to enjoy it and not just to look at it ;)

@SoBadNomad 5 дней назад

Agreed. Beautiful lawn

@sendo427 Месяц назад

I really like tapos cameras I have one and it's not this one but it's very similar it's the magcam

@newbie101 Месяц назад

Thanks for your review. May I ask a favor if you can include a test if all the cameras you review works with tinycam pro, that would really be very helpful.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

I personally don't use tiny cam pro or any after market software. I test the cameras with their own app and ecosystem.

@SrGary1000 Месяц назад

I bought a Imou 4MP Solar Security Camera Wireless Outdoor with Rechargeable Battery, that operates on 5GHz and 2.4 GHz for $130. But the problem is that it sleeps unless awakened by motion, and then it only stays awake for a maximum of 120 seconds. I need more live time. It is recordable ONVIF on my DVR but that is no good if it is asleep most of the time. I can add an extra battery, in parallel if necessary.

@SATXrattlesnake Месяц назад

Can you please review the Keep Technologies connected car alarm with camera?

@erayg.2470 Месяц назад

Thanks for the review. Is this one better than eufy s220?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

I'm not sure...might need to compare the 2.

@AlL-fw2cy 9 дней назад

Can you try to review the Tactacam REVEAL Pro 3.0 and or Tactacam Defend Camera? They are LTE cameras with a reported 80 and 100 feet detection range. I think the Defend launches August 1st and looks more like a security camera, could be good.

@jonathanewell7940 Месяц назад

The wyze v4 is has a better night vision. However, solar powered is tempting.

@AltitudeAerials Месяц назад

This, or the eufy s230 that you also reviewed, considering the price difference?

@dankelley9361 Месяц назад

Great review, still confused on one point, without paying for subscription, do you get notifications to your phone with outside movement? Thx!

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Yes, you will not just get snapshots in the notifications..just text.

@YukonHawk1 Месяц назад

A decent camera for the price

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

True.

@challis2009 15 дней назад

Are they going to release a model with an integrated solar panel?

@Zeki-Gokce 26 дней назад

Thanks for the review. Does it have rtsp to use with other nvrs?

@LifeHackster 26 дней назад

No RTSP on this one and probably on most battery powered security cams.

@Zeki-Gokce 24 дня назад

@@LifeHackster thanks for quick response

@davidgomez5116 Месяц назад

Can you review the security cameras they have at harbor freight

@SrGary1000 Месяц назад

Two questions, is it ONVIF compatible? (Probably is.) Second question, how long will it stay alive and awake at night with only the battery to power it. Can I watch the video all night with it connected by wi-fi, on my DVR? I didn't hear any comment about that.

@cryengine_x Месяц назад

this looks really good for the price, 40 on amazon for the battery cam only. i ordered one even though its not shipping for a month, because at that price why not. will make it a package cam. i've been happy with my tapo c120. the solar cam is now showing out of stock. tapo is a riser seems like.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Hoping they will re-stock soon.

@DirtyBirdBailey 7 дней назад

Isnt the camera on the C402 (2K version) the same as the C425? They use the C425 2K Mag cam basically and combine the solar mount with the camera right?

@HenryAcevedo Месяц назад

This Model is cheaper than the Magnetic One with the same combo option. TP-Link Tapo MagCam c425 with solar panel a200 is 50% cheaper the only reason I didn't purchases this was because of 1080p but if this is a 2k is a an amazing price

@guardianali Месяц назад

Instead of destroying your corner wood of your house with a million screws from reviews, you should screw in a sacrificial piece of wood on that wood that you can then screw in over and over.

@cryengine_x Месяц назад

he already has that in some areas from his other reviews

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Thanks for the suggestion.

@joaopedromagalhaes5193 Месяц назад

Hey guys! I’m trying to instal Wi-Fi camera set up in my house. Someone can tell me if the Wi-Fi reolink or another Brand cameras have the repeater signal function? Or for How much distance the camera receive the signal from the source. I have a neighbor taking my fruit away😢

@harold1901 Месяц назад

Went on Amazon and the battery one says ship 1 or 2 months dam*. Other out of stock! Like to get two for my house!

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Hoping they will re-stock soon.

@DatSick Месяц назад

Now with Wi-Fi jamming on a raise during break in, I now feel like POE is my new route sadly.

@retroextreme79 21 день назад

If I subscribe for the year with them do I need a SD card? I currently have Blink with a yearly subscription that’s coming to an end. Because of the subscription with them, I don’t need any SD card and all the footage gets saved for up to 90 days on my phone. I just wonder if this camera has the same feature if I subscribe I’m just looking for inexpensive cameras that alert me on my phone when something happens. Subscription cost as long as it’s not too expensive isn’t a dealbreaker. I pay $100 a year with Blink. I’ve been with them for a few years, but I’ve been noticing that there’s a lag when I receive a clip that doesn’t want to load. It takes up to a minute to load and by that time who knows if anything bad is happening can get worse so I’m looking to move on. By the way, I love your channel and you are very informative.

@LifeHackster 21 день назад

Yes, you don’t need the SD card if you subscribe to their cloud subscription.

@retroextreme79 21 день назад

@@LifeHackster Thank you! I just wanted to double check before I make that move.

@LloydCrowder 3 дня назад

I have the Tapo c-425 camera. All the settings are on but it fails to record animals such as skunks, racoons and possums that frequent my backyard, is this normal or do I need to tweak my settings?

@timmcd84 Месяц назад

Could you hardwire the camera, if it was possible?? I know it’s not the point but just curious.

@davidlei6930 Месяц назад

Yes, solar charging is optional; you can continuously charge it using a power adapter.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

You can..but if you have the capability of wiring it, then just go with their wired cams like the Color PRO.

@graufuchs88 Месяц назад

The wind makes the sound pretty muffled. That doesnt happen on ring cameras

@mr.boniato6402 Месяц назад

Can It be used connected directly to power using USB cable or does it have to use the solar panel?

@davidlei6930 Месяц назад

Solar charging is optional; you can, of course, continuously charge it using a power adapter.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

You can.

@tctopcat813 Месяц назад

Trying to decide between Reolink and Tapo. Your thoughts?

@OMASCULINISTA99 Месяц назад

Reolink 100%

@a1-tk9ic Месяц назад

Tapo

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Reolink edges out in my opinion because of having wired PoE options.

@johnbautista5946 Месяц назад

can the solar panel can be use with different camera brand like Eufy to charge their cameras? can you do a testing and video for it thanks

@Nightowl1990 Месяц назад

If it’s usb C connection then yes

@davidlei6930 Месяц назад

@@Nightowl1990 The Tapo solar charging panel uses a USB-C connection.

@sendo427 Месяц назад

Most likely I'm using a reolink solar panel for my tapo magcam

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

Yes, it is USB-C..so any cams that have a USB-C port for charging can work. However, you do have to make sure the connection is weather resistant.

@lcssay Месяц назад

Can this record continously or only when something is detected?

@burnjack291 Месяц назад

Same question here

@Airbrushkid Месяц назад

LifeHackster, I have a question for you. I was reading that the Tapo Solar c420 and the C425 doesn't have the Always On Mode. Do you know anything about this? It was on Reddit about 4 months ago

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

I am not aware of that but I'm pretty sure because this is a battery camera. It is normally off until its PIR sensor gets triggered which activates the camera. Now, having a solar panel doesn't mean it can always be ON like their plug in or wired cams, it just charges the battery...and it is still a battery camera.

@Airbrushkid Месяц назад

@@LifeHackster This is all new to me. So if camera go's off, does that mean you have to go up a ladder to turn it back on?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

@@Airbrushkid lol, No. The PIR sensor which detects heat movement is the one that activates or turns ON the camera.

@Airbrushkid Месяц назад

@@LifeHackster Thank you. I want an always on camera. But don't want to drill holes thru my outside walls to run power leads.

@pcha151 Месяц назад

Does it work with wifi if its a hotspot?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

It should be.

@jcm9698 Месяц назад

Nice lil camera, but they need to fix the specs. In a time when people are looking for a 2k or higher resolution cameras, this may get overlooked. Tapo really needs to fix this or it might get passed over by a lot of people.

@TheMissingDislikeButton Месяц назад

Live view is 1080p , I guess they don't wanna get sued

@davidlei6930 Месяц назад

@@TheMissingDislikeButton In actual testing, I observed that real-time streaming is also transmitted at 2K (2304x1296) resolution.

@markb3866 Месяц назад

RTSP?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

This is battery powered..so more than likely, it is not.

@Jay-sg2ww Месяц назад

This for $49 (just the camera) or the C425 for $79 (just the camera)? For the extra 30 is the C425 much better?

@TheMissingDislikeButton Месяц назад

Get the solar kit with his promo code , $37.50 now

@Jay-sg2ww Месяц назад

@@TheMissingDislikeButton How? Solar kit is 49.99 plus 15% off (7.50) brings it to $42. I did pick up the C402 without the solar for $30 (15 off plus 10% amex). Either way both good deal. I need it for the front of a Condo to keep an eye on the cars. I'm pretty sure the Condo Association would complain about the solar assembly, hopefully they won't care about the tiny camera. If I can get away with charging it 4 times a year I won't mind.

@j2w1_lub Месяц назад

what floodlights would you recommend? mr beams?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

If you cannot wire it, then solar powered outdoor lights should be bright enough for this low light or starlight sensors cameras.

@j2w1_lub Месяц назад

@@LifeHackster thank you

@slappymcphee Месяц назад

Sucks that it has to be bright white. This would be a solid option for a stealth install.

@TheMissingDislikeButton Месяц назад

Paint your wall bright white?

@slappymcphee Месяц назад

@@TheMissingDislikeButton that is funny!

@zuhairhlayel Месяц назад

💐🌹🌷👍💐

@BadTVandMovieClipsFairUse Месяц назад

Tapo = multi streaming with 2k recording Eufy = fails to integrate multi streaming because they say nobody asks/wants it and loses out to competitors more everyday

@johnszatkowski6898 Месяц назад

For the price it's pretty good however it's nighttime recording quality is pretty bad IMO. Not having the rich notifications is also a drawback because most of the time triggers are from wind and leaves blowing or bugs/moths flying around in front of the lens which FORCES you to open the app and then wait to see what actually happened which many times will be nothing at all regardless of person or whatever settings you have setup. IMO I feel Tapo is lowballing itself to suck in MANY users and will then switch to a subscription based setup like many of the the others have. If anyone remembers Wyze did this as well and NOW requires a subscription for "advanced" BASIC features. IMO this looks no better than 1080p options but the price point is tempting at least until they decide to start CHARGING you for these features which like EVERYONE else in this market is doing. Because of this tactic and have been phasing out my Wyze cameras and soon will have NONE of them as they really SUCK anymore IMO.

@Jay-sg2ww Месяц назад

You can't invert the image on this camera. There is no choice in the display setting. How are you supposed to mount this on a ceiling if you can't flip the image?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

It is a cylindrical camera. You don't have to physically invert it to mount it to the ceiling...lol

@Jay-sg2ww Месяц назад

@@LifeHackster Figured it out after 10 mins after I posted. didn't realize that the bracket had a slot in one section that allows you to aim the camera 90 degrees. I'll leave this here incase some has a brain freeze like me.

@brightbluesmurf Месяц назад

Video quality during the day looks bad to me.

@elphidieus Месяц назад

Is the battery user replaceable…?

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

No. It has a built in battery.

@Rockaland2 Месяц назад

This doesn't Tapo yo wallet !

@lewiskelly14 Месяц назад

I've had bad experiences with Tapo. I also don't trust them not to force subscriptions on us later.

@a1-tk9ic Месяц назад

Only lasted 2 days

@BM-dl2qz Месяц назад

bad thing about tapo cameras you can't manually trigger the siren and the spot light only works on black and white night vision

@effrem123 Месяц назад

For 30$ it does a lot

@TheMissingDislikeButton Месяц назад

It's $60 tho?

@cryengine_x Месяц назад

@@TheMissingDislikeButton the battery only version (i actually dont have use for this solar mount, think i wont mind taking it down and charging it since it will be mounted low under my porch roof, and it is advertising long battery life too) was 50 with 10 coupon=40. maybe it was 30 recently. solar version sold out now. this seems like it'll be very popular tapo products usually are.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

It is 60 bucks.

@brushybillcro6156 Месяц назад

well this does not good to me. while walking in broad daylight has lag, trees in the back are laggin, night time is just bad in IR and Spotlight mode.. i don't know... i would never buy this. have your tried playing it in 1080p - maybe the picture would be better.

@LifeHackster Месяц назад

It is already in 1080P. Check my Wyze Battery Cam PRO review and this is the camera that is closest to it as to price.