Aqara Camera G100 vs TP-Link Tapo C500

Updated May 2026

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

2026 verdict

For most buyers in 2026, Aqara Camera G100 is the safer pick. It builds its lead on 2k video, rtsp, and alerts, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Pick TP-Link Tapo C500 only when rating, warranty, and customizable motion zones is the deciding factor for your setup. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Aqara Camera G100.

Winner

Aqara

Aqara Camera G100

$39.99

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TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo C500

$39.99

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Feature	Aqara Camera G100	TP-Link Tapo C500	Winner
Rating	4.2	4.5	TP-Link Tapo C500
Warranty	1 year	2 years	TP-Link Tapo C500
2K Video	YES	NO	Aqara Camera G100
RTSP	YES	NO	Aqara Camera G100
Alerts	Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages	Motion, People	Aqara Camera G100
Customizable Motion Zones	NO	YES	TP-Link Tapo C500
Price	$39.99	$39.99	Tie
Weather Resistance	IP65	IP65	Tie
PoE	NO	NO	Tie
Solar Charging	NO	NO	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi	2.4 GHz Wifi	Tie
Storage	MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud	MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud	Tie

Winner

Aqara

Aqara Camera G100

$39.99

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+ 2K Video: YES
+ RTSP: YES
+ Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.5
- Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years

TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo C500

$39.99

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+ Rating: 4.5
+ Warranty: 2 years
+ Customizable Motion Zones: YES
- 2K Video: NO vs YES
- RTSP: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera G100 or TP-Link Tapo C500?: Aqara Camera G100 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for 2k video, rtsp, and alerts.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera G100 and TP-Link Tapo C500?: Rating is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Camera G100 lists 4.2, while TP-Link Tapo C500 lists 4.5.
Which one looks better on price?: Aqara Camera G100 is listed at $39.99, while TP-Link Tapo C500 is listed at $39.99. Tie.
Who should buy Aqara Camera G100?: Choose Aqara Camera G100 if your priority is 2k video and rtsp and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy TP-Link Tapo C500?: Choose TP-Link Tapo C500 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than 2k video.