Tapo C425K
Battery-Powered Security Camera with Built-In Solar Panel
- Solar-Powered Convenience: The built-in solar panel continuously recharges the battery using sunlight, keeping your camera powered without the hassle of routine recharging or maintenance.◇
- Sharper Than Standard HD: With 2K video resolution, you'll see more detail than 1080p video. Identify important moments with greater clarity.
- Power Through Months of Cloudy Days: Even without sunlight, the long-lasting battery can keep your camera running for up to 150 days.§
- Security Without Limits: Skip the power outlets and wires. Add security exactly where you need it outdoors.
- Smarter Alerts, Fewer Distractions: AI-powered detection identifies people that come into frame, reducing unnecessary notifications from irrelevant activity.
- Color Night Vision: Built-in spotlights and the starlight sensor help provide colorful nighttime footage, making it easier to see important details after dark.
All-in-One Sun-Powered Surveillance
Battery-Powered Security Camera with
Built-In Solar Panel
Protect the places power can’t reach
Secure your home without worrying about plugs or wires. With built-in solar power, your camera stays charged on its own for a truly maintenance-free experience.
Your all-in-one solar-charged solution.
50 Minutes of Direct Sunlight
powers the camera for a full day.◇
Lasts 150 Days without Sun Exposure§
Getting maximum power is simple.
Just tilt the solar panel up or down to find the best angle for sun exposure. For even more flexibility, rotate the camera's outer ring to perfectly align the panel without changing the camera"s view.
Never wonder if your delivery arrived.
Spot your deliveries in crisp 2K+ detail with a 9x digital zoom, then use two-way audio to give them instructions in real time. With built-in person detection, you’ll get an instant alert the second a visitor—or a porch pirate— steps onto your property.
Never wonder if your delivery arrived.
Spot your deliveries in crisp 2K+ detail with a 9x digital zoom, then use two-way audio to give them instructions in real time. With built-in person detection, you’ll get an instant alert the second a visitor—or a porch pirate— steps onto your property.
Never wonder if your delivery arrived.
Spot your deliveries in crisp 2K+ detail with a 9x digital zoom, then use two-way audio to give them instructions in real time. With built-in person detection, you’ll get an instant alert the second a visitor—or a porch pirate— steps onto your property.
See clearly even when the sun goes down.
Color Night Vision Mode
Integrated spotlights ensure full-color capture
and vivid details even in low-light conditions.
*Photo enhanced to amplify difference in resolution.
IR mode
Even in complete darkness, an advanced IR
algorithm delivers clear black-and-white footage.
Spot people in frame without a subscription.
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Person Detection
"Tapo C425K": Person detected at 11:30, 01/01/2026
Tailor your security in the Tapo app.
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Person Detection
"Tapo C425K" : Person was detected at 21:30, 01/01/2026.
Choose between on-device storage or the convenience of the cloud.
Supports up to 512GB of local storage on a microSD card.*
Receive notifications with detection snapshots, encrypted protection, data backups, and 30-day video clip history with Tapo Care cloud services.**
Get a 30-day Free TrialTapo H500 and Tapo H200 offer a convenient and centralized solution for viewing recorded video clips from your entire network of Tapo security cameras. Access and review footage from all your devices in one place for streamlined security management.⌂
Secure Local Storage
Supports up to 512GB local storage on microSD card (sold separately)†.
Tapo Care Cloud Service
Receive notifications with detection snapshots, encrypted protection, data backups, and 30-day video clip history with Tapo Care cloud services‡.
Get a 30-day Free TrialMulti-Camera Management with HomeBase
Tapo H500 and Tapo H200 offer a convenient and centralized solution for viewing recorded video clips from your entire network of Tapo security cameras. Access and review footage from all your devices in one place for streamlined security management.⌂
Your Privacy, Our Priority
With one tap in the Tapo app, you can encrypt your recordings—adding an extra layer of digital armor to your home"s privacy.
Engineered for
Weather Resilience
Delivers reliable surveillance through rain, snow, dust, and scorching heat. Monitor your property with confidence, no matter the weather.
Operates in environments
reaching 122°F (50°C)
IP66 rating withstands
water and dust
Temperature resistance
down to -4°F (-20°C)
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Alexa, show backyard camera.
Pair with Smart Assistants
Includes seamless integration with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung SmartThings. View live streams on your Echo Show or Chromecast.
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Two-Way Audio
Built-in premium microphone and speakers ensure you can hear and be heard with exceptional clarity.
Included at No Extra Cost
AI-Powered
Detection
Instant Activity
Alerts
Local
Storage
Custom
Alarms
Custom Activity
Zones*
Custom Privacy
Zones*
In-App
Live View
Two-Way
Audio
Unlock Premium Features with a Tapo Care Subscription
- 30-Day Video
Recording History - Rich Notifications
with Snapshots - Smart Footage
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| Image Sensor | 1/2.7” CMOS Sensor |
|---|---|
| Lens | Focal Length: 3.17mmAperture: F1.65Field of View: 135° (Diagonal), 113° (Horizontal), 60° (Vertical) |
| Night Vision | Infrared Night Vision (50 ft.) Color Night Vision (50 ft.) |
| Lighting | 4× 850nm IR LED 2× White LED |
| Hub Compatibility | No |
| Interface & Button | 1× Power Button1× Reset Button1× MicroSD Card Slot |
| Pan/Tilt Range | N/A |
| Device Compatibility | No |
|---|---|
| Connection Capacity | No |
| Interface & Button | No |
| Connection Capacity | Built-in Solar Panel, cannot connect to other cameras |
|---|---|
| Output Port | N/A |
| Maximum Resolution | 2K+ (2560 × 1440 px) |
|---|---|
| Frame Rate | 15fps |
| Digital Zoom | 12× |
| Video Compression | H.265/H.264 |
| Live View | Yes |
| Image Enhancement | WDR |
| Audio Input & Output | Built-in Microphone and Speaker |
| Audio Communication | Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation |
| Siren Volume | 100 dBA (Level measured at 4-inch distance)80 dBA (Level measured at 40-inch distance) |
| Local Storage | MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB) |
|---|---|
| Cloud Storage | Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required) |
| Sensor | Single Motion Sensor (FOV: 120° horizontal)Single Ambient Light Sensor |
|---|---|
| AI Detection | Motion DetectionPerson Detection |
| Activity Zones | Yes |
| Output Notification | System NotificationSystem Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services) |
| Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi |
|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz Wi-FiIEEE 802.11a/n, 5GHz Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet Port | No |
| RTSP | No |
| ONVIF | No |
| Security | Local AI Detection128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLSWPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-PSK |
|---|---|
| Power Source | Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-ion BatteryIntegrated Solar Panel |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 5.0 V, 2.0 A, Type-C Power (Adapter not included) |
| Output Voltage | N/A |
| Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings |
|---|---|
| Weather Resistance | IP65 |
| System Requirements | Tapo App: iOS 9.0 or higher, Android 4.4 or higher |
| Mounting Options | Wall-Mounted |
| Operating Temperature | -4°F - 113°F |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F - 140°F |
| Operating Humidity | 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 0~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Charging Temperature | 32°F - 113°F |
| Package Content | Tapo C425K Camera ×1Mounting Bracket ×1Mounting Template Sticker ×1Mounting Screw ×3Mounting Screw Anchor ×31.6-ft.USB Charging Cable ×1Quick Start Guide ×1 |
| Dimensions( H X W X D ) | Camera Dimensions: 4.29 × 3.31 × 4.72 inches |
| Certifications | FCC, CEC, DOE, WWA, WWST, IP65 |
◇ 50 minutes of sunlight time is based on standard environmental conditions (1000W/m2, 25°C, AM1.5) and specified working scenes (up to 100 events triggered per day). Actual required time of sunlight may vary.
§ 150-day battery life is based on TP-Link laboratory tests with 300s of use per day. Increased usage of 360s per day reduces battery to 140 days. Actual battery life may vary due to device settings, router specifications, usage, and environmental factors.
*microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used.