

TP-Link Tapo C250 Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Camera 4K 3840x2160
For orders placed before 12:00 on a business day; weekends excluded
Wireless PTZ CCTV camera with AI-powered person, pet, and vehicle detection. Control via the Tapo app. Supports Wi-Fi connectivity and real-time alerts.
Key features
- AI detection for people, pets, vehicles, and unusual sounds
- Mechanical 340° rotation for wide-area coverage
- Supports 4K resolution up to 3840x2160
- Connects to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi without requiring a LAN cable
- Supports app notifications with attached images
Product description
Tapo C250 is a wireless CCTV camera with 340° pan and 70° tilt, covering up to 360°. It features a 1/2.7" CMOS sensor and an F1.6 lens, delivering sharp 4K resolution up to 3840x2160 pixels at 20 fps for smooth video viewing. The camera supports night vision with 2 IR LEDs, providing a detection range of up to 40 feet, and includes WDR technology to balance lighting in areas with uneven brightness. It also supports two-way communication with built-in microphone and speaker, plus a 96 dB siren for effective intrusion prevention.
More features
- Has a MicroSD slot supporting up to 512 GB for local storage
- Supports RTSP and ONVIF for integration with NVR systems
- Easy installation and compatible with Google Assistant, Alexa, and SmartThings
- Anti-theft protection with alerts when lens is blocked or moved abnormally
- Supports customizable Activity Zones for specific detection areas
Pros and limitations
Pros
- Accurate AI detection reduces false alerts.
- 4K high-resolution imaging for sharp clarity from every angle.
- Supports customizable detection zones for tailored alert settings.
- Connects to Wi-Fi without requiring a LAN cable.
- Supports ONVIF and RTSP for NVR or NAS system users.
Limitations
- Not weather-resistant (no IP rating).
- Tapo Care subscription required to use cloud features.
- No Ethernet port; relies solely on Wi-Fi connection.
Who it is for
Ideal for general users seeking home, small office, or small retail CCTV with accurate detection of people, pets, and vehicles, plus real-time app alerts.
Specifications (43)
- Lens
- Focal Length: 4mm Aperture: F1.6
- RTSP
- Yes
- ONVIF
- Yes (Profile S)
- Alerts
- App Notifications of Camera Event, App Notification of AI Detection Event with Snapshot (Subscription Required), App Notifications of Camera Offline
- Sensor
- 1/2.7” CMOS Sensor
- Weight
- Approx. 380g
- Speaker
- Built-in Speaker
- Pan mode
- Mechanical Pan: 340° (360° Coverage), Mechanical Tilt: 70° (116° Coverage)
- Frame Rate
- 20 fps
- Microphone
- Built-in Microphone
- Night mode
- IR Night Vision
- Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- Siren level
- 96 dB (measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance)
- AI Detection
- Motion Detection, Person Detection, Pet Detection, Vehicle Detection, Line-Crossing Detection, Lens Tamper Detection, Baby Cry Detection, Abnormal Sound Detection (glass breaking, cats meow, dogs bark)
- Cable length
- 3.0 m
- Installation
- Wall-Mounted
- MicroSD slot
- Yes, up to 512 GB
- Power supply
- 9V/0.85A DC Power Adapter
- Supports app
- Tapo App (iOS 12.0+, Android 7.0+)
- Cloud storage
- Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription Required)
- Input voltage
- 9V, 0.85A, DC Jack Power
- Local storage
- MicroSD Card Slot on Camera
- Two-way audio
- Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
- Activity zones
- Yes (only works with Motion/Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection)
- Remote control
- Pan/Tilt via Tapo App
- Video encoding
- 128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS
- Wi-Fi standard
- IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
- Firmware update
- Over-the-air via Tapo App
- Size (H x W x D)
- Without Foot Pads: 85.4 x 86.8 x 117.2 mm
- Storage humidity
- 0~90% RH, Non-condensing
- Number of IR LEDs
- 2× 850nm
- Security protocol
- WPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-PSK
- Smart integration
- Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings
- Video compression
- H.265
- Operating humidity
- 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing
- Storage temperature
- -40°F - 140°F (-40℃ - 60℃)
- Network connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- Brightness adjustment
- WDR
- Night detection range
- 40 ft.
- Operating temperature
- 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
- View angle (Diagonal)
- 105.4°
- View angle (Vertical)
- 46°
- View angle (Horizontal)
- 88°
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Frequently asked questions about this product
Compiled from manufacturer information
Does the Tapo C250 support LAN cable connection?
Does not support Ethernet port directly. The camera connects exclusively via Wi-Fi, requiring a wireless network for operation.
Can the Tapo C250 be installed outdoors?
Not recommended for outdoor installation due to no water or dust protection (IP67/68) and operating temperature range limited to 0°C to 40°C
What MicroSD card sizes does the Tapo C250 support?
Supports MicroSD cards up to 512 GB, provided they are Class 10 or UHS-I for stable video recording.
Can the Tapo C250 be used with an NVR system?
Yes. The camera supports RTSP and ONVIF (Profile S), enabling direct connection to NVR systems or video management software.
When does the Tapo C250 camera send alerts through the app?
Notifications are triggered by motion detection, people, pets, vehicles, unusual sounds, or when the camera goes offline. AI alerts require a Tapo Care subscription.
Does the Tapo C250 camera have lens obstruction protection?
Yes, the camera detects lens obstruction or abnormal lens movement and sends immediate alerts through the Tapo app.
How many watts does the Tapo C250 camera use?
It consumes 9V/0.85A, equivalent to approximately 7.65 watts, making it energy efficient.
Can the Tapo C250 camera work with Google Assistant?
Yes, the camera supports control via Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings, but must be set up through the Tapo app first.
Is it in stock?
The TP-Link Tapo C250 Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Camera 4K 3840x2160 is in stock and ready to ship. Orders placed before 12:00 on a business day are delivered within 1–3 business days (Bangkok and vicinity) or 2–5 business days (other provinces). Order online at store.gist.co.th or contact our sales team at 092-251-4017.
How much does it cost?
The price is ฿1,237 (including 7% VAT). It is in stock and ready to ship. Business customers can request a quotation at sales@gist.co.th.
How long is the warranty?
Warranty period: 1 year official service-center warranty from TP-Link. (manufacturer's terms). To make a warranty claim, call 092-251-4017 or 065-523-5262, or email sales@gist.co.th (Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00), then send the product with your order number to our head office, or bring it to the head office in person.
How long does delivery take?
Orders placed before 12:00 on a business day are delivered within 1–3 business days (Bangkok and vicinity) or 2–5 business days (other provinces). Free delivery on orders of ฿5,000 or more (a ฿150 delivery fee applies below this amount).
Is it genuine?
Genuine products sourced from distributors in Thailand, covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Full tax invoices are available.
Didn't find the answer you need?
Genuine products
Sourced from distributors in Thailand and covered by the manufacturer's warranty
Warranty period
1 year official service-center warranty from TP-Link.
Covered by the manufacturer's warranty; you can make claims through GIST
Claims through GIST
Ship the product to our head office or bring it in person
Warranty conditions
- A receipt or other proof of purchase is required
- The product must not have been modified or altered
- Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty
- To make a warranty claim, call 092-251-4017 or 065-523-5262, or email sales@gist.co.th (Mon–Fri 9:00–18:00), then send the product with your order number to our head office, or bring it to the head office in person.Head office: 554 Sky Nine Center, Floor 12A, Room 554/62, Asok-Din Daeng Road, Din Daeng Subdistrict, Din Daeng District, Bangkok 10400
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