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TP-Link Tapo

TP-Link Tapo

Smart Home

20K ratings
3238 reviews
#10 in top-grossing Lifestyle
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Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 16, 2019
  • August 7, 2026

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Developer

TP-Link Systems Inc.
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Manage and control your smart home devices, including cameras, plugs, and lighting, from a single app. Monitor your home in real-time, automate routines with Smart Actions, and enjoy hands-free voice control. Enhance your home's security and convenience with intelligent features.

✓Remote device control
✓Real-time status monitoring
✓Instant notifications
✓Smart Actions automation
✓Voice control integration
✓Device sharing
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of TP. Based on 20K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Lifestyle app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Easy setup and use
  • 👍Clear and responsive app
  • 🔒Reliable security features
  • 💡Customizable settings and modes
  • 🔍Excellent video and audio quality
  • 🔌Seamless integration with smart home devices

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional connectivity issues
  • 🔒Limited user sharing/access controls
  • 🔋Frequent notifications/timeout prompts
  • 💻Compatibility issues on some devices
  • 💰Subscription required for full functionality
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What's New in TP

3.20.504

August 7, 2026

- Fixed some bugs and improved stability.

Subscription plans

Tapo Care Premium 3 Cam/year

Paid for taco care three devices yearly

$104.991 Year
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Charts

Top Grossing

📊 10

Lifestyle

The app has maintained its position at 10 recently.

Last updated on August 10, 2026.

Top Free

📊 25

Lifestyle

The app has maintained its position at 25 recently.

Last updated on August 10, 2026.

User reviews

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This camera does everything I require and more. Tapo cameras are the best.
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good apps
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Perfect
thidilthidil

Muy buena

La aplicación general es bastante buena, no deja muchas cosas en Blanco lo único es el tema de poder programar algunas cosas me gustaría poder programar la llegada a la salida es muy complicado y a veces no funciona. Quisiera probar una cámara se encienda tal hora o se apague tal Laura
ChapakosChapakos

Easy to use

I’m not tech savvy in any way and I found the app so easy to use. Nice.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inconsistent camera positioning/control

Bug

Date/time stamp errors on recordings

Bug

Unreliable motion detection triggering

Bug

Frequent app crashes or freezes

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to delete recorded footage

Feature

Landscape mode support on tablets

Feature

Customizable motion detection zones

Feature

Improved Alexa/Google Home integration

Feature

Battery-powered camera option

Feature

FAQ

What does the Tapo app do?

The Tapo app allows you to set up, manage, and control a variety of smart home devices, including security cameras, smart plugs, and smart lighting. It aims to provide a smarter, easier, and more secure home environment through centralized control and automation.

What are the key features of the Tapo app?

Key features include remote control of devices from anywhere, real-time status monitoring with instant notifications, automation of home routines using Smart Actions, and hands-free voice control via popular assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant. You can also share device access with family members.

Is the Tapo app free to use?

The Tapo app is free to download and use for basic device management. However, advanced features like up to 30 days of cloud video history and AI detections for security cameras are available through a subscription service called Tapo Care.

What devices are compatible with the Tapo app?

The app is designed to work with Tapo home security cameras, smart plugs, and smart lighting. The company also mentions staying tuned for updates as new features and products are added to the Tapo family, suggesting broader compatibility in the future.

How can I automate my home with the Tapo app?

You can automate your home using the 'Smart Actions' feature. This allows you to create custom routines, such as having your lights turn on at a specific time or turning off all devices when you leave home. These actions can be triggered by schedules or other events to make your home more intelligent.