TP-Link Tapo C501GW

1920 x 1080 Pixels
13Ratings
Test reportsVery good based on 1 test
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Product details

Tapo C501GW pan/tilt camera for outdoor use 4G LTE.

  • No Wi-Fi, no limit: Connects via 4G LTE networks, ideal for places where constant Wi-Fi is not available.
  • 360° all-round protection: Provides a 360° horizontal and 130° vertical field of view, eliminating blind spots.
  • Free AI detection: Intelligent AI identifies people, pets and vehicles and sends instant notifications via the Tapo app.
  • 1080P Full HD: Shows sharp images and vivid details with 1920 × 1080 pixels.
  • Starlight Colour Night Vision: Captures vivid images in low light up to 20 metres away.
  • IP66 weatherproof: Works in rain, dust and heat, providing excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios.
  • Sound and light alarm: Customise your own audio alarm to deter unwanted intruders and adjust the intensity of the two spotlights.
  • Local and cloud storage: Store all your important moments on a microSD card (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud service.
  • Dual mode flexibility with 4G or PoE: Power the camera via a DC adapter or Ethernet cable with PoE technology.

Key specifications

Network camera type
Outdoor surveillance camera
Network interface
RJ45 port
Power supply
Electrical connection, PoE
Lens type
Prime lens
Type of memory
Cloud, Memory card
Advanced functions
Microphone, Motion sensor, Speakers
Smart home ecosystem
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Item number
52553283

General information

Manufacturer
TP-Link
Category
Network camera
Manufacturer no.
Tapo C501GW
Release date
1.11.2024
Sales rank in Category Network camera
96 of 4905
May include power adapter
No

Colour

Colour
White
Exact colour description
White

Material

Material group
Metal
Material
Metal

Camera properties

Network camera type
Outdoor surveillance camera
Camera design
Dome camera
Camera resolution
2 Mpx
Max. picture resolution
1920 x 1080 Pixels
Viewing angle (H)
105°
Viewing angle (V)
59°
Viewing angle (D)
122°
Lens type
Prime lens
Aperture
f/1.65 - 2.55
Image sensor type
CMOS
Refresh rate
30 FPS
Advanced functions
Microphone, Motion sensor, Speakers
Remote access
App
Video file formats
H.264
Protection type (IP code)
IP66

Connections

Connection A
RJ45

Data storage properties

Memory card type
microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Type of memory
Cloud, Memory card

Network

Network interface
RJ45 port

Smart home features

Smart Home
Compatible
Smart home ecosystem
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Communication standard
Google Assistant
Compatibility
Amazon Alexa

Application range

Installation place
Wall
Application range
Outside

Power supply

Power supply
Electrical connection, PoE
PoE Standard
802.3af (PoE), 802.3at (PoE+)

Origin

Country of origin
China, Germany

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Assembly instructions, detachable antenna, Direct current adapter, Mounting brackets, Mounting template, Tapo C501GW camera

Product dimensions

Height
116.10 mm
Length
84 mm
Width
130.80 mm
Weight
800 g

Package dimensions

Length
21.30 cm
Width
16.20 cm
Height
14.80 cm
Weight
823 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)
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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 7.Blink
    0.6 %
  • 8.Hikvision
    0.8 %
  • 8.TP-Link
    0.8 %
  • 10.Axis
    0.9 %
  • 11.Ring
    1 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 1.D-Link
    0 days
  • 1.Imou
    0 days
  • 1.TP-Link
    0 days
  • 1.Xiaomi
    0 days
  • 6.Aqara
    1 day

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Network camera» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 2.Google
    2 %
  • 3.Catit
    2.1 %
  • 3.TP-Link
    2.1 %
  • 5.Xiaomi
    2.4 %
  • 6.Ubiquiti
    2.5 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Very good87/100
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Rank 3 out of 9connectÜberwachungskameras im TestReleaseMay 2025
  • PositiveGood picture and sound quality
  • PositiveMotorised swivel (360°) and tilt (130°)
  • PositiveClever patrol mode
  • PositivePower supply via PoE or plug-in power supply unit
  • PositiveAI recognition of people, pets and vehicles even without a plan
  • PositiveIntercom including noise detection