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Google Nest Cam Floodlight vs TP-Link Tapo C460

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Google and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
TP-Link Tapo C460 edges out Google Nest Cam Floodlight in 2026, led by price, solar charging, and 2K video.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, solar charging, and 2K video, with 4K video helping widen the gap. Google Nest Cam Floodlight still makes sense if HDR and alerts are your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward TP-Link Tapo C460. As a general recommendation, TP-Link Tapo C460 comes out on top.
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  • Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz
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FeatureGoogle Nest Cam FloodlightTP-Link Tapo C460Winner
Price$278.88$119.99TP-Link Tapo C460
Solar ChargingNOSold separatelyTP-Link Tapo C460
2K VideoNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
4K VideoNOYESTP-Link Tapo C460
HDRYESNOGoogle Nest Cam Floodlight
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm SoundMotion, People, Animals, VehiclesGoogle Nest Cam Floodlight
Weather ResistanceYESIP66Tie
LightFloodlightYESTie
Rating4.44.4Tie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
PoENONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiTie
Prime exclusive deal
$278.88
  • + HDR: YES
  • + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound
  • - Price: $278.88 vs $119.99
  • - Solar Charging: NO vs Sold separately
Winner
Prime exclusive deal
$119.99
  • + Price: $119.99
  • + Solar Charging: Sold separately
  • + 2K Video: YES
  • - HDR: NO vs YES
  • - Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles vs Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Glass breaking Sound, Smoke Alarm Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Google Nest Cam Floodlight or TP-Link Tapo C460?

TP-Link Tapo C460 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, solar charging, and 2K video.

What is the biggest difference between Google Nest Cam Floodlight and TP-Link Tapo C460?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Google Nest Cam Floodlight lists $278.88, while TP-Link Tapo C460 lists $119.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Google Nest Cam Floodlight is listed at $278.88, while TP-Link Tapo C460 is listed at $119.99. TP-Link Tapo C460 (better spec).

Who should buy Google Nest Cam Floodlight?

Choose Google Nest Cam Floodlight if your priority is HDR and alerts and that matters more than price.

Who should buy TP-Link Tapo C460?

Choose TP-Link Tapo C460 if your priority is price and solar charging and that matters more than HDR.

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