Aqara Camera G100 vs TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 comparison

Updated August 2026

Data from Amazon and official Aqara and TP-Link sites.

2026 verdict

Is solar charging worth a higher price tag? Not according to the numbers here: the Aqara Camera G100 edges out the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 overall, helped by a lower price, sharper 2K video and a wider range of alert types. The TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 still has real appeal, offering solar charging that keeps it running without wired power or frequent recharging, a longer warranty and more customizable motion zones. Anyone who wants sharp, subscription-free footage at the lower price should choose the Aqara Camera G100. Buyers installing a camera somewhere without easy access to power, who want to avoid regular battery swaps, will find the solar charging on the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 hard to pass up.

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Feature	Aqara Camera G100	TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402	Winner
Price	$39.99	$47.99	Aqara Camera G100
Warranty	1 year	2 years	TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402
Solar Charging	NO	YES	TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402
2K Video	YES	NO	Aqara Camera G100
Alerts	Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages	Motion, People, Vehicles	Aqara Camera G100
Customizable Motion Zones	NO	YES	TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402
Rating	4.2	4.2	Tie
Weather Resistance	IP65	IP65	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi	Tie
Storage	MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud	MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud	Tie
4K Video	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Aqara

Aqara Camera G100

$39.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $39.99
+ 2K Video: YES
+ Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages
- Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- Solar Charging: NO vs YES

TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402

$47.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Warranty: 2 years
+ Solar Charging: YES
+ Customizable Motion Zones: YES
- Price: $47.99 vs $39.99
- 2K Video: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera G100 or TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?

The Aqara Camera G100 comes out ahead overall with a lower price, sharper 2K video and more alert types, while the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 counters with solar charging, a longer warranty and more customizable motion zones.

What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera G100 and TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?

The standout difference is power: the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 uses solar charging to stay powered without a nearby outlet, while the Aqara Camera G100 relies on a wired connection but costs less and records sharper 2K video.

Is solar charging a meaningful advantage?

For installations far from an outlet, yes, the solar charging on the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 can keep the camera running indefinitely without manual battery swaps, something the Aqara Camera G100 does not offer.

Which camera has better video quality?

The Aqara Camera G100 supports 2K video, giving it a resolution edge over the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402.

Who should buy the Aqara Camera G100?

Buyers who want the more affordable option with sharper 2K video and broader alert coverage, and who have easy access to power for wiring, should pick the Aqara Camera G100.

Who should buy the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?

Anyone installing a camera in a remote spot without convenient wiring, who wants solar charging, a longer warranty and finer motion zone control, should choose the TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402.

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