Tapo C500 Outdoor Wired Security Camera with 360° Pan/Tilt and Night Vision
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AVERAGE
65
Winnowl Index
Winnowl Verdict
The Tapo C500 Outdoor Wired Security Camera gets a MEDIOCRE (65) Winnowl Index, confirming it's a Budget Entry in the Outdoor Wired Home Security Cameras class. This rating is driven by Exceptional Value at $27.99 but is contrasted by Mediocre Performance and Average Brand Strength. The Tapo C500 Outdoor Wired Security Camera with 360° Pan/Tilt and Night Vision has a Resolution of 2 MP which is below the class average ($loser_average} MP) and may mean you will likely find it difficult to read a license plate or identify a stranger’s face once they move beyond your immediate porch or entryway. While this may get the job done, you may consider something with higher Performance if above average Night Vision Range and Resolution are important to you.
Market Value Index
Exceptional
$27.99
Overpriced
Fair
High Value
At $27.99, you’re capturing 147% more Performance per dollar than the $120.06 average, which is why it gets an Exceptional Value rating.
Performance Rating
Mediocre
The Tapo C500 Outdoor Wired Security Camera maintains a Mediocre Performance rating, primarily because its output sits 23% below the class average. This is evidenced by the 2 MP Resolution, a technical bottleneck that may mean you will likely find it difficult to read a license plate or identify a stranger’s face once they move beyond your immediate porch or entryway.
Brand Strength
Average
The Strong Brand Trust and Average add up to Average Brand Strength for Tapo.
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$27.99
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The Winnowl Lab Report
| Specification | Value | Rating | Vs. Average | Winnowl Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2 MP | Mediocre | 58% worse | Entry-level outdoor resolution. While 1080p (2MP) is sufficient for indoor use, the vast distances of a yard or driveway quickly turn low-resolution footage into a blurry mess. |
| Night Vision Range | 98 ft | Average | 9% better | Long-range night vision. Engineered with high-output IR arrays to provide visibility across large unlit lots or dark cul-de-sacs. |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | Average | 48% better | High-endurance local archive. Ideal for users who want 24/7 "always-on" recording without the complexity of a separate server. |
Ranking Factors
Insights
- Value Rank: #17 out of 41.
- Performance Rank: #22 out of 41.
- Winnowl Quadrant: Budget
Strengths
- GB storage puts it in the Top 10% for high-capacity data retention.
Neutral
- Night vision range of ft is close to the class average of 90.12 ft but below the class max of 131 ft.
Weaknesses
- At MP the resolution is in the bottom 10% (2 MP) in this class.
Comparison
| Name | Winnowl Index | Value | Performance | Brand | Price | Resolution | Night Vision Range | Storage Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tapo C500 Outdoor Wired Security Camera |
AVERAGE
65
|
Exceptional | Mediocre | Average | $27.99 | 2 MP | 98 ft | 512 GB |
| Swann SWPRO-4KMQB Add-on DVR Bullet Security Camera |
ELITE
93
|
Strong | Strong | Strong | $99.99 | 8 MP | 130 ft | 0 GB |
| OOSSXX 4K PoE Outdoor Wired Home Security Camera |
AVERAGE
66
|
Weak | Strong | Mediocre | $499.99 | 8 MP | 100 ft | 4,000 GB |
| ANNKE B07FLRJZK2 1080p CCTV Bullet Security Camera |
AVERAGE
64
|
Exceptional | Mediocre | Strong | $19.99 | 2 MP | 100 ft | 16 GB |
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