Tapo TP-Link C520WS 2K QHD 4MP Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Smart Wi-Fi Camera,IP66 Weatherproof, AI Detection,360° Visual Coverage,Starlight Colour Night Vision, Works with Alexa&Google Home

Here are my thoughts on this beautiful product. I will provide both the pros and cons and my conclusion on price to value.Pros I noticed:1: Decent build quality, easy wall or ceiling mounting, with an easy configurable stable app (compared to competition brands I have)2: Built-in AI human, pet, and vehicle detection seems very reliable (95%) for me. In 6 months; only 2 false notifications for humans were triggered.3: You get notified if a human, pet, or vehicle enters the surveillance area; each is individually configurable and sensitivity selectable. (On default itself it works like a charm for me)4: In my installation scenario, 15 to 20ft human detection works great in the morning and 10 to 15ft at night respectively.5: Manual pan tilt or scheduled patrol is possible to monitor the entire space it can cover.6: Light and customizable audio alarm with recorded audio as an alarm to scare intruders.7: IP66 (but recommended to avoid overexposure). Also, wired installation other than wifi is possible that can be connected to a compatible NVR.8: The audio recording and talkback option is great and I can share even OTP clearly with delivery agents when not at home.9: Can save preset locations that can rotate the camera to that specific location with a click. Also when the camera tracks movement it rotates (if tracking is enabled) and returns to the preset surveillance area when no activity is detected in the new area it moved to in 15 seconds or so.10: Intelligent night mode can trigger a light on the camera and can record video in color too.11: Masking the camera or covering the camera can trigger an alarm which can be configured with sensitivity.Cons I noticed:1: Alarm sound is a bit low compared to competition brands (But not very little so it can't be considered a con but a comparison).2: For the Alarm trigger; only one configurable time period is possible (ie; one-time period a day and NOT multiple periods a day for any day)(ie; if we set the alarm for night 10 to morning 6; we cannot set one more for morning 10 to 12 for the same day)3: Offsite cloud storage, Rich image notification (notification with image proof) is only with a paid subscription (with no paid subscription; you will lose recording if the device is stolen).Some thoughts:A: I've seen some saying there is a lag or delay in viewing the video in the app; for me, it happened initially and then i upgraded my router to a fast mesh router which solved the issue which points to an issue with wifi connection and not with the device itself.B: I wish the camera had auto patrol when abnormal sound is detected and a Windows/macOS app to use it with the computer.C: Wish there was an option to save recordings to 3rd party FTP space or USB plugged into a compatible router.D: On motion triggered setup with approx 40 motion triggers on average a day my 256GB microSD holds recordings of 180 days/6 months approx before it rewrites old ones.Conclusion:Overall one of the stable and reliable standalone AI cameras for the price it is offered. I've bought Tapo C320WS which has 4MP sensor but when used outdoors (not supposed to be used outdoors but for comparison sake) the image quality is far better in the C520WS. So if you plan to keep a camera outside; go for this C520WS rather than any indoor cameras. I bought this for 5.3k during its launch and now it is available for less here on Amazon.I am adding some pictures of the product and screenshots of video samples from day and night; so that you can figure out the quality that would help you with decision-making. Also if you find this review helpful; pls press the Helpful button that would be a motivation for me to post more such reviews. Also if I decide to make any change in the long run of this product; I will do the same here to help you keep updated on this product.

---**Review for [C520WS]:**I've been using this camera for 3-4 days now, and I have some insights to share:1. **Storage**: If you’re considering buying this camera, make sure to get a 256 GB SD card. A 128 GB card won’t be sufficient for 7 days of continuous footage. Depending on the level of activity and motion sensing, the camera might stop and loop video recording after 5-6 days.2. **Connectivity**: The camera requires a stable Wi-Fi connection for optimal performance. Without the internet, the camera might get confused at times. However, the video recording quality is excellent with no complaints. The AI tracking and notifications are also very reliable.3. **Power Supply**: The camera needs a 9-volt DC power supply, but you can use a 12-volt 0.5-amp adaptor at your own risk. The Ethernet port is not PoE (Power over Ethernet), and the camera is waterproof. For continuous operation during power cuts, consider using a 9-volt power bank designed for routers, which you can find on Amazon.4. **Features**: All features work well without a Tapo subscription, except for rich notifications, which require a subscription. If you’re looking for a 360-degree outdoor camera, this is an excellent choice. I'm extremely satisfied with it. However, I’m unsure about Tapo’s customer service quality since the nearest service center is 200 km away from my home, and there aren’t many service centers available.5. **Streaming and Audio**: The network connectivity is good, with no delay in live streaming. The sound quality is decent, but the speaker quality is poor—it's almost silent when trying to communicate with others through the camera.6. **Resolution**: The camera comes with a default resolution of 720p, which you can change to 2K for better clarity.7. **Wired Connection**: The camera can work with an RJ45 cable without Wi-Fi, but remember, the Ethernet port is not PoE.Overall, if you need a reliable 360-degree outdoor camera, I highly recommend this one. Despite some minor issues, I’m extremely satisfied with its performance.---