Tapo SolarCam 1080p Outdoor Wireless Security Camera - Battery Power with Solar, Person Detection, Subscription-Free Local Storage or Optional Cloud, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant, C403 KIT

I did a lot of research to find the perfect security cameras. I have to admit, I am very impressed. Solar powered, weather proof, motion detection, great night vision, records to SD card (and you do NOT HAVE to have cloud service). Not to mention the setup was super easy with all the instructions right on the app. Also the app is very easy to navigate and understand and even adding other users to the household was super simple. I bought two of them and can't wait to grab more. I have already told everyone at work about these. Great functionality, easy to operate, simple app, all of that at a great price. I love them.

This camera works wonderfully and exceeds my expectations. The setup is easy. The connection is crisp. The storage allows a micro sd and has an easy initial charging cable. The video quality is pristine and clear. It's adjustable to ensure a good view. The tapo app allows for notifications. The only con I have is I can't setup for continois recording. Great product overall

Well designed and well made. Two bases additional cable provided so there is an option to install as one or unit or tow separate the camera and solar panel by several feet. All the parts needed for intallation either way are provided, including adhesive templates to stick on the way to ensure the drilled holes are perfectly positioned. I charged the battery, connected the camera to my network, and tested before the install. Was very easy. After mounting all I had to do was turn it on and wait for it to say "Camera On". Video quality is good, camera and panel are staying in position during high winds. There are 3 options for video storage - cloud, hub, or sd card. Alarms, alerts, detection types, and detection zones are all configurable and seem to work well.

The camera is an excellent product for the price. It was extremely easy to install, setup and operate. I love the night vision clarity, the alarm capability and the zoom in capability. The sound is exceptional and operation is very easy on my iphone. Also love the solar power and no battery or wiring worries.

I purchased 5 of these cameras originally, and another about a month in to owning them. I have had these May of 2025 so almost a 1 year review. Out of the 5, one would not connect, even though it was the closest to an access point. Hence the reason I purchased another one. This one connected and no issue up to about a month ago. Out of these cameras two just stopped charging from the solar panel all together. Cleaning the panel, and cabling, and then charging and checking for updates did not rectify the issue. So out of the 6 total we had two solar panels fail and one bad camera was failed from the get go. Set up is easy, and the camera quality is good for what I need overall, recording and playback is good overall. The app is nice, and has improved, give the mobile app 5 stars. Does not play very nicely with Alexa but I suspect the paid tier with Tapo might improve that (its as if the stream is throttled). The cameras operated in 100 plus temperatures to zero degree temperatures, blaring sun, wind, rain, snow, hail, and ice with the working cameras staying 100 percent charged through winter with some adjustment of positioning of the solar panels, other than the two that quit charging completely. I have kept those cameras charged by just taking them down and charging in the house. No damage, or other issue that I could find on cabling and panels on the solar charging to stop working. I like the cameras, but the failure rate is too high to get a great review. Not sure if there were defects or some other issue with a certain batch, but as mentioned the one that stopped charging gets the best sunlight of them all. I went all in with Tapo, sensors, lights, and cameras. The failure rate for something that should be relatively reliable (solar panel) is surprising. Basically 50 percent of my purchase resulted in issues with this camera model. I don't usually do reviews, but wanted to provide information if you are short on time, and so forth as I am on what you are getting. I think Tapo controls and application are great for the most part. Set up is great, and quality of camera when it works is also great and integration with Alexa is also a breeze but the quality of the streaming is poor in Alexa, in the Tapo app streaming is great. The price point is great, but again there is a risk you might be buying a lemon. Features, the features are rich, and customizable, and for the most part work without issue. Overall, at the price point and the quality of the app, features, integration, and operation, when it works I give it 5 stars, the reliability and the defect portion of it drove the review down, but again I think I will be staying with Tapo for now.

Good product. Solar keeps camera at 100% charge. Clear pictures and easy app to navigate.

Facile à installer. Se recharge très bien grâce au panneau. Qualité vidéo parfaite

Excelente Dura muchísimo la batería

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when there is motion, does not activate. gets vehicle and person recognition wrong.