TP-Link Tapo C410 KIT security camera

TP-Link’s Tapo range of smart wire-free security cameras has a new member, the C410 KIT. Its internal 180-day battery is recharged via an integrated solar panel for 24/7 security, and the panel itself is part of the mount, providing a streamlined wire-free install. IP65 dust- and weatherproofing mean the C410 KIT can be positioned outside in any reasonably sheltered position.

While it is possible to connect a Tapo A201 solar panel to an installed camera, this requires an extra mounting point and a wired connection to the camera. In the C410 KIT, the solar panel is integrated into the mount, with all power routed internally.

Based on standard environmental conditions (1000 W/m², 25°C, AM1.5) and specified working scenes (up to 100 events triggered per day), about 45 minutes of sunlight exposure is enough to give the camera’s internal battery sufficient charge for a full day of coverage, resulting in a 24/7 security solution that does not require periodic charging or back-up power.

For periods of heavily overcast weather and rain, the Tapo C410 KIT offers up to 180 days of operation on battery alone when fully charged, based on Tapo laboratory tests with 250 s of use per day. This makes the camera suitable for properties or locations that do not require frequent visits or maintenance (actual battery life may be shorter depending on how often the camera is activated).

The Tapo C410 KIT features colour night vision and a 2K 3 MP sensor. Built-in spotlights on the C410 KIT activate automatically in low-light conditions and can be activated manually when required. The camera’s smart AI can identify people and notify users via the Tapo app, reducing false alarms and unnecessary alerts. This functionality is included and does not require a monthly subscription.