Reolink RLC-1240A vs TP-Link Tapo C325WB
Two of the outdoor security cameras in our best outdoor security cameras: battery, wired & floodlight comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: 12 MP PoE camera with IP67
Check price at AmazonBest for: Wired 2K camera with HDR and PoE
Check price at AmazonSpec-by-spec comparison
Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Reolink RLC-1240A | TP-Link Tapo C325WB | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution classThe maker's resolution label grouped into 3 classes (computed): 4K (or 8 MP and up), 2K (2K, 2.5K, 2.6K, 3K, or 3–5 MP) and 1080p/HD. Dual-lens cameras are classed by their highest-resolution lens. | 4K class | 2K class | 20% |
| Field of viewThe lens angle the maker lists (horizontal where given, otherwise as published; the basis is noted per product). Pan coverage such as 360° isn't a lens angle and isn't counted. | 121 ° | 106 ° | 10% |
| Color night visionYes when the maker says the camera records color video at night or in low light. Infrared-only is no. | Yes | Yes | 15% |
| HDRYes when the maker lists HDR. WDR is not counted as HDR. | No | Yes | 5% |
| Local recordingYes when the maker lists built-in storage, a microSD slot, a HomeBase or NVR/NAS recording, so clips can be saved without a cloud plan. | Yes | Yes | 15% |
| Power optionsHow many power methods the maker lists: battery, solar, plug-in, hardwired, PoE (counted, computed). | 2 | 2 | 10% |
| Weather rating (IP)The IP code's numeric value (IP65 = 65). "Weather resistant" with no IP code counts as not listed. | 67 | 66 | 10% |
| Battery lifeThe maker's longest listed battery life; days are converted to months (computed). Wired cameras and unpublished figures score at the minimum. | Not listed | Not listed | 5% |
| Two-way audioYes when the maker lists two-way talk or audio. | Yes | Yes | 5% |
| Built-in spotlight or floodlightYes when the maker lists a spotlight, floodlight or deterrence light. | No | No | 5% |
| Resolution (maker) | 12 MP (4512 x 2512) | 2560 x 1440 | info |
| Field of view (maker) | 121° horizontal | 106° horizontal | info |
| Night vision | Color and infrared | Not listed | info |
| Local storage | microSD | microSD | info |
| Power | PoE or DC | DC adapter or PoE | info |
| Weather rating | IP67 | IP66 | info |
| Paid plan (maker says) | Not listed | Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required) | info |
| SecurePick score | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Reolink RLC-1240A
Better published figure on: Resolution class, Field of view, Weather rating (IP).
What we like
- Top weather rating (ip) in this comparison (67)
Watch out for
- Battery life not published by Reolink
TP-Link Tapo C325WB
Better published figure on: HDR.
What we like
Watch out for
- Battery life not published by TP-Link Tapo
Verdict
Both are wired cameras with PoE. Reolink lists 12 MP and IP67; Tapo lists 2560 x 1440, HDR and IP66.
- Reolink RLC-1240A: Reolink: RLC-1240A
- TP-Link Tapo C325WB: Tapo: C325WB specs