What Type of MicroSD Card Does Tapo/Kasa Camera Support?
Recommended MicroSD Card:
Form Factor |
microSDHC / microSDXC |
Speed Class |
Class 10 or higher Video Speed Class V10 or higher UHS speed class 1 or higher |
Capacity |
For Kasa Cams: 8GB - 256GB For Tapo Cams/Hubs: 8GB - 512GB |
Use Case |
High/Max Endurance Made for Home Security Cameras or Dash Cam |
Notes:
1. Please try to choose High/Max Endurance microSD cards as they are designed for continuous recording and re-recording, offering greater stability and reliability in recording and storage.
Regular SD cards are typically designed for digital cameras and may not be suitable for continuous recording. They are not recommended for use with dash cams, home monitoring, or security systems.
2. Supported capacity varies by camera model and hardware version. For specific information about supported capacities, please refer to the specific product’s page on our official website.
Memory Card Buying Tips:
- Always make sure to buy from an authorized seller. Be mindful to avoid “bargain” SD cards. Do not buy used or refurbished SD cards.
- Due to the variances in quality between microSD cards, we cannot guarantee the microSD card you purchase will be 100% compatible with our Tapo/Kasa camera. We recommend you test the microSD card immediately after purchase. We are not obliged to offer any RMA or provide troubleshooting for your microSD card. To verify Fake MicroSD Cards, please refer to How to Verify Fake Micro SD Cards
- Be mindful of the Operating Temperature of the SD card, which can usually be found in the Specifications.
- microSD cards have a limited read and write lifespan. Replace microSD cards once every few years to reduce potential failure. Select High/Max Endurance microSD cards specifically designed for your home security cameras or dash cam to ensure stable performance of the camera.
- Based on our lab test results, Samsung EVO microSD cards are not supported on all camera models.
Maximum Recording Hours:
Video Quality |
MicroSD Card Capacity |
24-Hour Recording (hours) |
5MP (2560*1960) @15fps |
16GB |
18 |
32GB |
36 |
|
64GB |
72 |
|
128GB |
144 |
|
256GB |
288 |
|
512GB |
576 |
|
4MP (2556*1440) @15fps |
16GB |
24 |
32GB |
48 |
|
64GB |
96 |
|
128GB |
192 |
|
256GB |
384 |
|
512GB |
768 |
|
3MP (2304*1296) @15fps |
16GB |
32 |
32GB |
64 |
|
64GB |
128 |
|
128GB |
256 |
|
256GB |
512 |
|
512GB |
1024 |
|
2MP (1920*1080) @15fps |
16GB |
48 |
32GB |
96 |
|
64GB |
192 |
|
128GB |
384 |
|
256GB |
768 |
|
512GB |
1536 |
Notes:
1. The recording durations in the table are estimates based on the average video bitrate measured in our lab tests. The actual recording duration and usage may vary depending on factors such as scene complexity, proportion of dynamic scenes, frame rate settings, and the resolution supported by the camera model.
2. With Loop Recording enabled, the MicroSD card will automatically overwrite the previously recorded videos, beginning with the oldest data, when it becomes full.
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