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Reolink RLC-810A vs TP-Link Tapo C100

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Reolink and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
The Reolink RLC-810A wins on ratings, weather resistance, 2K and 4K video and alerts against the TP-Link Tapo C100, which is a comfortable result for the more serious camera.
Reolink RLC-810A
Winner
Reolink RLC-810A
$99.99

Last recorded price

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It records 4K outdoors under IP67 sealing, streams RTSP, detects people, animals and vehicles on device, includes privacy zones and a siren and carries a 2-year warranty, matching the Tapo's. The TP-Link Tapo C100 is far cheaper and wins on storage flexibility, two-way talk and its built-in light: it records to microSD with 24/7 and offline history plus optional cloud, speaks through a built-in speaker that the Reolink lacks entirely, and detects people and baby crying, working with Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant and IFTTT. It is an indoor 1080p camera. Buy the Reolink RLC-810A for 4K outdoor coverage, and the TP-Link Tapo C100 for cheap indoor monitoring with two-way talk.
Winner
Reolink RLC-810A
Reolink

Reolink RLC-810A

Prime exclusive deal
$99.99
39% above its lowest price of the last 6 months ($71.99)
14% above its lowest price of the last 6 months (€69.99)

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TP-Link Tapo C100
TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo C100

Prime exclusive deal
$24.99
57% above its lowest price of the last 6 months ($15.96)
25% above its lowest price of the last 6 months (€17.90)

Last recorded price

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FeatureReolink RLC-810ATP-Link Tapo C100Winner
Price$99.99$24.99TP-Link Tapo C100
Rating4.54.4Reolink RLC-810A
Weather ResistanceIP67NOReolink RLC-810A
PoEYESNOReolink RLC-810A
StorageMicroSD Card SlotMicroSD Card Slot, CloudTP-Link Tapo C100
2K VideoYESNOReolink RLC-810A
4K VideoYESNOReolink RLC-810A
AlertsMotion, People, Animals, VehiclesMotion, People, Baby Crying SoundReolink RLC-810A
Talk & ListenNOYESTP-Link Tapo C100
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie
ConnectivityEthernet2.4 GHz WiFiTie
Winner
Reolink

Reolink RLC-810A

Prime exclusive deal
$99.99

Last recorded price

Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Rating: 4.5
  • + Weather Resistance: IP67
  • + PoE: YES
  • - Price: $99.99 vs $24.99
  • - Storage: MicroSD Card Slot vs MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo C100

Prime exclusive deal
$24.99

Last recorded price

Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Price: $24.99
  • + Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
  • + Talk & Listen: YES
  • - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.5
  • - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP67

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Reolink RLC-810A or TP-Link Tapo C100?

The Reolink RLC-810A wins overall with 4K video, IP67 outdoor sealing, richer detection and better ratings. The TP-Link Tapo C100 is far cheaper and adds two-way talk, a light and cloud storage options indoors.

What is the biggest difference between the Reolink RLC-810A and the TP-Link Tapo C100?

Resolution and placement. The Reolink is a wired 4K outdoor camera, while the Tapo C100 is an indoor 1080p camera that costs a fraction as much and still records locally for free.

Can you talk through either camera?

Only the TP-Link Tapo C100, which has a speaker and microphone. The Reolink RLC-810A has no speaker, so it is a watch-and-record camera rather than a communication device.

Do both record without a subscription?

Yes. Both save 24/7 and event history to a microSD card at no cost, and both support RTSP. The Reolink has no cloud service at all, while the Tapo offers optional cloud storage on top of local recording.

Who should buy the Reolink RLC-810A?

Buy the Reolink RLC-810A if you want 4K outdoor detail with IP67 sealing, RTSP, privacy zones, a siren, free local recording and people, animal and vehicle detection, with a 2-year warranty.

Who should buy the TP-Link Tapo C100?

Buy the TP-Link Tapo C100 if you want the cheapest indoor camera with free microSD recording, RTSP, two-way talk, a light, a siren, motion and privacy zones and people and baby-crying alerts.

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