TP-Link Tapo D225 Video Doorbell vs Reolink Video Doorbell WiFi

The Tapo D225 is the more flexible doorbell: it runs on battery or existing wiring, records 24/7 to a microSD card up to 512GB, and detects people, pets, vehicles and packages. The Reolink is a simpler wired unit with a 5MP 2K+ sensor, person detection and a bundled chime, and owners rate it well. Pick the Tapo if you want battery freedom, local continuous recording and richer alerts; pick the Reolink if you have doorbell wiring and want a lean, reliable camera with a chime in the box.

• Choose the Tapo D225 if you lack doorbell wiring, want 24/7 local recording on a card, or need package and vehicle alerts.
• Choose the Reolink if you already have doorbell wiring and want a compact 5MP camera with a chime included and simple person alerts.