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Aqara Camera Hub G3 vs TP-Link Tapo C460

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Aqara and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, TP-Link Tapo C460 is the safer pick over Aqara Camera Hub G3 because of rating, weather resistance, and solar charging.
It wins the broader comparison through rating, weather resistance, and solar charging, while 4K video and color night vision help confirm the result. Aqara Camera Hub G3 is still relevant if you care most about price, hub, and gestures recognition, but TP-Link Tapo C460 is the stronger recommendation overall. Overall, TP-Link Tapo C460 makes more sense for most people.
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FeatureAqara Camera Hub G3TP-Link Tapo C460Winner
Price$98.99$119.99Aqara Camera Hub G3
Rating4.24.4TP-Link Tapo C460
Weather ResistanceNOIP66TP-Link Tapo C460
Solar ChargingNOSold separatelyTP-Link Tapo C460
4K VideoNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
Color Night VisionNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
HubZigbee Coordinator, Matter BridgeNoneAqara Camera Hub G3
LightNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
Talk & ListenNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
Gestures RecognitionYESNOAqara Camera Hub G3
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
PoENONOTie
18% OFF
Prime exclusive deal
$98.99
$119.99
  • + Price: $98.99
  • + Hub: Zigbee Coordinator, Matter Bridge
  • + Gestures Recognition: YES
  • - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
  • - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP66
Winner
Prime exclusive deal
$119.99
  • + Rating: 4.4
  • + Weather Resistance: IP66
  • + Solar Charging: Sold separately
  • - Price: $119.99 vs $98.99
  • - Hub: None vs Zigbee Coordinator, Matter Bridge

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera Hub G3 or TP-Link Tapo C460?

TP-Link Tapo C460 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, weather resistance, and solar charging.

What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera Hub G3 and TP-Link Tapo C460?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Camera Hub G3 lists $98.99, while TP-Link Tapo C460 lists $119.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Aqara Camera Hub G3 is listed at $98.99, while TP-Link Tapo C460 is listed at $119.99. Aqara Camera Hub G3 (better spec).

Who should buy Aqara Camera Hub G3?

Choose Aqara Camera Hub G3 if your priority is price and hub and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy TP-Link Tapo C460?

Choose TP-Link Tapo C460 if your priority is rating and weather resistance and that matters more than price.

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