Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official TP-Link and Wyze sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Wyze Cam v4 stands out as the more complete option. It wins the broader comparison through price, rating, and 2k video, while hdr and alerts helps confirm the result. There is still a case for TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402, but mainly if warranty, solar charging, and privacy zone is what you value most. As a general recommendation, Wyze Cam v4 comes out on top.
| Feature | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 | Wyze Cam v4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.97 | $29.98 | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Solar Charging | YES | NO | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| 2K Video | NO | YES | Wyze Cam v4 |
| HDR | NO | YES | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Alerts | Motion, People, Vehicles | Motion, People, Animals, Vehicles, Familiar Faces, Packages, Glass breaking Sound, Baby Crying Sound, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Sound | Wyze Cam v4 |
| Privacy Zone | YES | NO | TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | IP65 | 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 |
27% OFF
$54.99
$39.97
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Solar Charging: YES
- + Privacy Zone: YES
- - Price: $39.97 vs $29.98
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
Winner
17% OFF
$35.98
$29.98
- + Price: $29.98
- + Rating: 4.4
- + 2K Video: YES
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- - Solar Charging: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 or Wyze Cam v4?
- Wyze Cam v4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and 2k video.
- What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 and Wyze Cam v4?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 lists $39.97, while Wyze Cam v4 lists $29.98.
- Which one looks better on price?
- TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 is listed at $39.97, while Wyze Cam v4 is listed at $29.98. Wyze Cam v4 (better spec).
- Who should buy TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402?
- Choose TP-Link Tapo SolarCam C402 if your priority is warranty and solar charging and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Wyze Cam v4?
- Choose Wyze Cam v4 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
More Cameras
Top Cameras to compare next
Compare the best smart security cameras by video quality, connectivity, storage, alerts, integrations, and more. Find the ideal model for your home.
![Ring Indoor Cam]()
RingRing Indoor Cam
View details![Arlo Essential 2K Wired (2025)]()
ArloEssential 2K Wired (2025)
View details![Ring Outdoor Cam]()
RingRing Outdoor Cam
View details![Ring Spotlight Cam Plus]()
RingSpotlight Cam Plus
View details![Google Nest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)]()
GoogleNest Cam Indoor (Wired, 3rd Gen)
View details![Aqara CameraHub G5 Pro PoE]()
AqaraCamera Hub G5 Pro PoE
View details![Arlo Pro 6 XL]()
ArloPro 6 XL
View details![TP-Link Tapo C200]()
TP-LinkTapo C200
View details![Blink Mini 2]()
BlinkMini 2
View details![Blink Mini Pan-Tilt]()
BlinkMini Pan-Tilt
View details![TP-Link Tapo C210]()
TP-LinkTapo C210
View details![Ring Outdoor Cam Plus]()
RingRing Outdoor Cam Plus
View details![TP-Link Tapo C100]()
TP-LinkTapo C100
View details![Wyze Cam v4]()
WyzeCam v4
View details![TP-Link Tapo C500]()
TP-LinkTapo C500
View details![TP-Link Tapo C120]()
TP-LinkTapo C120
View details![Google Nest Cam (indoor, wired)]()
GoogleNest Cam (indoor, wired)
View details![Ring Spotlight Cam Pro]()
RingSpotlight Cam Pro
View details![Blink Blink Mini 2K+]()
BlinkBlink Mini 2K+
View details![Eufy Outdoor Cam E210]()
EufyOutdoor Cam E210
View details
TP-Link
More TP-Link products
A sharper look at other TP-Link products worth comparing.
Wyze
More Wyze products
A sharper look at other Wyze products worth comparing.
