Winner
Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official TP-Link site.
2026 verdict
For this 2026 head-to-head, TP-Link Tapo C120 has the better all-around case. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and weather resistance, and 2k video and alerts strengthens that case. Pick TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 only when solar charging is the deciding factor for your setup. For most setups, TP-Link Tapo C120 is the smarter buy.
| Feature | TP-Link Tapo C120 | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.99 | $39.97 | TP-Link Tapo C120 |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.3 | TP-Link Tapo C120 |
| Weather Resistance | IP66 | IP65 | TP-Link Tapo C120 |
| Solar Charging | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| 2K Video | YES | NO | TP-Link Tapo C120 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Glass breaking Sound, Baby Crying Sound | Motion, People, Vehicles | TP-Link Tapo C120 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| PoE | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi | 2.4 GHz Wifi | Tie |
| Storage | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | MicroSD Card Slot, Cloud | Tie |
| 4K Video | NO | NO | Tie |
| HDR | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
17% OFF
$35.99
$29.99
- + Price: $29.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Weather Resistance: IP66
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
27% OFF
$54.99
$39.97
- + Solar Charging: YES
- - Price: $39.97 vs $29.99
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: TP-Link Tapo C120 or TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- TP-Link Tapo C120 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and weather resistance.
- What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Tapo C120 and TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Tapo C120 lists $29.99, while TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 lists $39.97.
- Which one looks better on price?
- TP-Link Tapo C120 is listed at $29.99, while TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 is listed at $39.97. TP-Link Tapo C120 (better spec).
- Who should buy TP-Link Tapo C120?
- Choose TP-Link Tapo C120 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than solar charging.
- Who should buy TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- Choose TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 if your priority is solar charging and that matters more than price.
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