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TP-Link Tapo C120 vs Furbo 360° Dog Camera
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
TP-Link Tapo C120 ranks higher (#1 vs #3 of 8) and scores better on alerts & app, ongoing cost, reliability.
The biggest complaint about the TP-Link Tapo C120 is wi-fi drops for some owners; for the Furbo 360° Dog Camera it's frequent disconnections. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| TP-Link Tapo C120 | Furbo 360° Dog Camera | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in pet cameras | #1 | #3 |
| Price tier | $ | $$$ |
| Type | Camera | Camera + treat tosser |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 12% | 12% |
| Overall score | 4.3 | 3.6 |
| Video & night vision | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Treat tossing | — | 4.5 |
| Alerts & app | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Ongoing cost | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Reliability | 3.5 | 3.0 |
Price tiers: $ under $60 · $$ $60–150 · $$$ over $150. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
TP-Link Tapo C120
- Wi-Fi drops for some owners
Amazon's review summary says connectivity is mixed, with some owners saying the camera won't stay connected to Wi-Fi.
- Security firmware fix needed
Wirecutter advises TP-Link camera owners, including C120 owners, to install a firmware update that fixes a recently announced security vulnerability.
Source: Wirecutter (best pet camera) - Outdoor use is risky
Despite an IP66 rating, the plug failed after a few weeks when Wirecutter's smart-home expert used it outdoors.
Source: Wirecutter (best pet camera)
Furbo 360° Dog Camera
- Frequent disconnections
Amazon's review summary says connectivity issues are common, with owners reporting frequent disconnections, and opinions on reliability and value are mixed.
- Recordings and smart alerts cost extra
PCMag's main complaint is paying extra for event recordings; Furbo Dog Nanny unlocks recordings, the daily highlight video and AI alerts. Amazon also sells a 'Paid Plan Required to Activate' version of the camera.
Source: PCMag review, Amazon.com search listing - Bark alerts fire on any loud noise
Reviewed got 'bark' alerts from shouting, a slammed door, the TV, a vacuum and a squeaky toy, and couldn't connect the camera to Alexa.
Source: Reviewed review
Who should pick which
Pick the TP-Link Tapo C120 if
Pet alerts on a tight budget
Knowing when a dog barks or a cat meows
No monthly fee
Skip it if: You want to toss treats; You need to pan around a room; You're wary of TP-Link security issues
Pick the Furbo 360° Dog Camera if
Tossing treats to a dog while you're out
Free barking alerts
Following an active puppy around a room
Skip it if: You want recordings without a monthly plan; Your Wi-Fi is weak where the dog stays; You hate false sound alerts
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