Our verdict on the TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera
- Buy it if
- You want a cheap camera that pans to follow your pet around a room, with no subscription for basic recording.
- Skip it if
- You want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room.
- Best for
- Watching pets on a budget
- Key feature
- Pan and tilt to follow pets for about £30
- Typical price
- £24–£34
Key specifications
| Video | 3MP |
|---|---|
| Storage | microSD up to 512 GB |
Who should buy it, and who should skip it
A good fit if you
- want a cheap camera that pans to follow your pet around a room, with no subscription for basic recording
- value very low price
- can spend around £24–£34
Skip it if you
- want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room
- mind that no treat tosser
Pros and cons
Pros
- Very low price
- Pans and tilts
- microSD recording
Cons
- No treat tosser
- Needs a plug socket
What it is
The TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera is a pet camera from TP-Link, typically £24–£34. Its headline feature is pan and tilt to follow pets for about £30, and it is best for watching pets on a budget.
What stands out
- Very low price
- Pans and tilts
- microSD recording
What to know
- No treat tosser
- Needs a plug socket
Is it worth it?
If you want a cheap camera that pans to follow your pet around a room, with no subscription for basic recording, the TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera is a strong choice. If you want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room, look elsewhere. The Furbo 360° Dog Camera (£139–£189) is the alternative for dog owners who want treat tossing. The Eufy Pet Dog Camera D605 (£139–£179) is the alternative for treat tossing without a mandatory plan.
Alternatives worth considering
Furbo · Pet Cameras
Furbo 360° Dog Camera
Buy it if You want to see, talk to and toss treats to your dog from your phone.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Dog owners who want treat tossing
- Typical price
- £139–£189
Pros
- 360-degree rotating view
- Fun, reliable treat tossing
Cons
- Best alerts need a subscription
Eufy · Pet Cameras
Eufy Pet Dog Camera D605
Buy it if You want treat tossing and pan-and-tilt viewing with local storage instead of a required plan.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Treat tossing without a mandatory plan
- Typical price
- £139–£179
Pros
- Pan-and-tilt view
- Treat tossing
Cons
- Bulky
Frequently asked questions
Is the TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera worth it?
Yes. The TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera stands out for pan and tilt to follow pets for about £30, and it suits you if you want a cheap camera that pans to follow your pet around a room, with no subscription for basic recording. Skip it if you want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room.
Who should skip it?
If you want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room, an alternative will suit you better.
Is the TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera worth it?
Yes. The TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera stands out for pan and tilt to follow pets for about £30, and it suits you if you want a cheap camera that pans to follow your pet around a room, with no subscription for basic recording. Skip it if you want to toss treats or need a camera that pans around the room.
What are the downsides of the TP-Link Tapo C210 Pan/Tilt Home Camera?
No treat tosser. Needs a plug socket