Tapo H500
NewSmart HomeBase
- Expandable Local Storage, No Monthly Fees: Delivers massive, secure, and free local storage with a built-in 16GB eMMC, expandable up to 16TB via an HDD/SDD drive.
- Enhanced Al Detection: Provide advanced face recognition with high precision, along with versatile AI features like person, pet, and vehicle detection.
- Smart Home Ecosystem Center: Capable of connecting up to 16 Tapo cameras and 64 sensors to build your smart home ecosystem.
- Effortless Cross-Camera Overview via APP: Track individual movements across cameras and form a face database, while supporting retrieval of marked events on Tapo App.
- Easy to Use without Wiring: Connect your smart devices to the HomeBase via Wi-Fi, with no complex wiring needed. Networking via Ethernet is also supported for your choice.
Click here to view Tapo H500 Compatibility List and Adaptation Plan
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All-in-One Security Solution
Smart HomeBase
Tapo H500
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Local Storage Revolution: Security and Savings
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Store Local, No Monthly Fees
With a built-in 16GB eMMC and expandable storage up to an impressive 16TB via HDD/SSD, you can securely store all your footage at home. This offers a cost-effective alternative to cloud storage, saving you from monthly subscription fees.
Camera Storage Capacity, Usage Time and Cost Analysis*
| Storage Capacity | Event-triggered recording | 24/7 continuous recording |
| 1 TB | 16,498 days | 20 days |
| 2 TB | 33,033 days | 40 days |
| 3 TB | 49,530 days | 61 days |
| 4 TB | 66,029 days | 81 days |
| 8 TB | 132,057 days | 161 days |
| 16 TB | 264.114 days | 323 days |
*Applicable for the scenario of 4 cameras recording simultaneously. The recording durations in the table are derived from Tapo C410 prototype test data. Aclual storage times mayvany due to factors such ascompression, frame rate, and recording conditions.
*Event-triggered recording duration is calculated based on 4 Tapo C410s triggering 3.5 times per day, each for 30 seconds.
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Fortified Privacy and Security Protection
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Powerful Encryption Guard
Secure Authentication Barrier
lts Al functionalities are processed locally, eliminating cloud uploads for complete data control and enhanced privacy.
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Fortified Privacy and Security Protection
Accurate Face Recognition, Fewer False Alarms
Tapo H500 boasts free and powerful AI that recognizes and tags strangers, family, and friends for easy identification. It categorizes events based on recognized faces and supports event retrieval and face tracking, enabling you to find related incidents involving strangers.
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AI-Driven Upgrades for Your Camera
Powerful Encryption Guard
Boost Accuracy for AI-Enabled Cameras
AI-Driven Upgrades for Your Camera
Effortless Cross-Camera Overview
Displays the movement of individuals across different camera views.
Easily view and manage the identities of individuals captured by your camera.
Find clips of marked people, vehicles, and pets in one place.
Detailed live view and smart playback across multiple cameras.
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Smart Home Ecosystem Center
Acting as a smart home center, Tapo H500 is capable of connecting up to 16 Tapo cameras and 64 Tapo sensors‡ to build your own smart home ecosystem. Supporting Matter△, Tapo H500 connects seamlessly with various smart devices and simplify your smart home setup.
Up to
16 Cameras
Up to
64 Sensors
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Unified Monitoring on Your Tablet
Effortlessly monitor multiple camera feeds from various locations on one screen with an extra tablet†. View live video from up to 4 cameras while also enjoying a clear overview of all your Tapo smart home devices using the tablet version of the Tapo app.
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Holistic Security with Flexible Features
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Built-in Alarm
Enhance your security with the Tapo H500's 110dB alarm. Automatically trigger alerts for unfamiliar faces, providing a robust safety system that keeps your home secure.
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Place it by the door, please. OK! Doorbell Voice Call
The Tapo H500 features a built-in microphone and speaker for real-time two-way audio, allowing easy communication with visitors when connected through the doorbell.
Wireless Connectivity, Simplified Security Setup
Tapo H500 seamlessly connects to your router, cameras, and devices via Wi-Fi, eliminating complex wiring for a flexible, cost-effective security solution for homes and stores.
| STORAGE | |
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| Local Storage | Built-in Storage: 16GB eMMCExpanded Storage: 1-Bay, 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD, up to 16TB(needs to purchased seperately) |
| NETWORK | |
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| Frequency | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz Wi-Fi / Ethernet + Sub-1GHz863.35MHz, 864.35MHz, 868.35MHz (for EU/UK) 920.9MHz, 921.7MHz, 922.3MHz (for US/AU). |
| SECURITY | |
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| Security | 128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS |
| HARDWARE | |
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| Interface | 1x HDMl Port, 1x DC Power Port |
| Adapter Input | 100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Adapter Output | 12V, 2A |
| Ethernet Ports | 1* 10/100 Mbp |
| USB Support | USB Ports: 1x USB-A for data transfer, 1x USB-C for charging |
| Buttons | 1* Reset Button,1* Answer/SYNC Button,1* Decline/Mute Button,1* Volume Up Button,1* Volume Down Button |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 6.31 x 3.89 x 3.28 in. (160.20*98.82*83.21)mm |
| GENERAL | |
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| Operating Humidity | 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5%~90%RH, Non-condensing |
| PACKAGE CONTENTS | |
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| Package Contents | Tapo H500Power AdapterScrews Quick Start GuideEthernet Cable |
| ENVIRONMENT | |
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| Operating Temperature | 0℃– 40℃ (32°F–104°F ) |
| Storage Temperature | -20℃~60℃ (-4°F~140°F) |
| OTHERS | |
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| Certification | CE, RoHS, RCM |
*16TB storage capacity is based on the maximum size of HDD/SSD drive that can be used. HDD/SSD drive must be purchased separately. Actual storage capacity will vary depending on the size and type (HDD or SSD) of the drive selected.Due to system resource allocation, the actual local available storage capacity may be less than 16GB.
**The AI enhancement currently supports a maximum of 4 cameras simultaneously and is planned to be optimized to support up to 6 cameras in the future.
‡Connect up to 64 Tapo lot devices (Tapo sensors, buttons, Sub-1 switches) and 16 Tapo camera/video doorbells. Compatibility list please refer to the link：www.tp-link.com/hk/support/faq/4191/
△Matter support applies to specific device types based on the Tapo H500’s compatibility. Please refer to the official product documentation for details.
†The tablet needs to be purchased separately.
***H500 surpports HDMI output that supports up to four combined video streams without individual channel control.