Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Reolink and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
In this 2026 comparison, TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 comes out ahead overall. Its strongest advantages show up in price, solar charging, and storage, with color night vision and light helping widen the gap. There is still a case for Reolink RLC-810A, but mainly if rating, weather resistance, and 2k video is what you value most. That is why TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 wins the verdict here.
| Feature | Reolink RLC-810A | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $89.99 | $39.97 | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.3 | Reolink RLC-810A |
| Weather Resistance | IP67 | IP65 | Reolink RLC-810A |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| 2K Video | YES | NO | Reolink RLC-810A |
| 4K Video | YES | NO | Reolink RLC-810A |
| Color Night Vision | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles | Motion, People, Vehicles | Reolink RLC-810A |
| Light | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Talk & Listen | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Privacy Zone | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
$89.99
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Weather Resistance: IP67
- + 2K Video: YES
- - Price: $89.99 vs $39.97
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
Winner
27% OFF
$54.99
$39.97
- + Price: $39.97
- + Solar Charging: YES
- + Storage: MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5
- - Weather Resistance: IP65 vs IP67
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Reolink RLC-810A or TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, solar charging, and storage.
- What is the biggest difference between Reolink RLC-810A and TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Reolink RLC-810A lists $89.99, while TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 lists $39.97.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Reolink RLC-810A is listed at $89.99, while TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 is listed at $39.97. TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 (better spec).
- Who should buy Reolink RLC-810A?
- Choose Reolink RLC-810A if your priority is rating and weather resistance and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- Choose TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 if your priority is price and solar charging and that matters more than rating.
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