---
product_id: 649514450
title: "Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225"
brand: "tapo"
price: "R3976"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Tapo"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/649514450-tapo-2k-wired-or-battery-powered-smart-video-doorbell-chime
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 180° ultra-wide field of view 2K QHD resolution for ultra-clear live view 10,000mAh battery, up to 8 months use Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225

**Brand:** tapo
**Price:** R3976
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚪🔔 Elevate your doorstep security with smart clarity and zero compromises!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 by tapo
- **How much does it cost?** R3976 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/649514450-tapo-2k-wired-or-battery-powered-smart-video-doorbell-chime)

## Best For

- tapo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tapo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual Power Flexibility:** Choose wired for 24/7 continuous recording or wireless for up to 8 months battery life—security on your terms.
- • **Panoramic 180° Coverage:** Eliminate blind spots with a head-to-toe ultra-wide angle that captures everything at your doorstep.
- • **Crystal-Clear 2K QHD Video:** Zoom in with stunning clarity to identify visitors and packages without missing a detail.
- • **Subscription-Free Local Storage:** Save footage securely on microSD (up to 512GB) with AES 128-bit encryption—privacy without monthly fees.
- • **Smart AI Detection & Instant Alerts:** Get real-time notifications for people, packages, or vehicles—stay ahead with intelligent monitoring.

## Overview

The Tapo D225 Smart Video Doorbell offers professional-grade security with flexible wired or battery-powered installation, delivering 2K QHD resolution and a 180° ultra-wide field of view. Featuring AI-powered person, package, and vehicle detection, it sends instant alerts and supports two-way audio for seamless visitor communication. With subscription-free local storage and full-color night vision, it ensures privacy and 24/7 protection tailored for the modern connected home.

## Description

The Tapo D225 premium video doorbell elevates security and convenience to new heights. With this advanced doorbell camera, you can choose between up to 8 months of reliable battery operation or continuous monitoring via hardwiring, ensuring uninterrupted performance tailored to your needs. Enjoy unparalleled clarity with 2K QHD resolution, delivering stunningly detailed live views. The wireless doorbell offers a 180° head-to-toe angle view, capturing everything at your doorstep, while full-color night vision ensures no detail is missed, even in low light. The AI Detection system in this smart doorbell camera provides sophisticated person, package, and vehicle detection, delivering accurate and relevant alerts. Stay connected and communicate effortlessly with built-in two-way audio, allowing you to speak to visitors from anywhere. *𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀: 1. microSD card sold separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used. 2. Cloud storage service available via Tapo Care subscription. 3. Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant-supported displays. User experience varies based on connected services. 4. Chime is for indoor use only. 5. Battery life depends on recording time, live view usage, device settings, router specifications, and environmental factors.

Review: Excellent doorbell with a few minor issues - I installed this by hardwiring it. The setup was easy for both the doorbell and its chime. It is working great. The video image is an ultra wide angle fisheye view. This means that people that are within say 10' are very clear but those that are further away appear quite small and when magnified lack clarity. This is fine for viewing people at your door but if you want to use this doorbell camera as a security camera for your yard it may not be the best choice. I have set up the doorbell for person and package detection and it works excellent for person and package detection. The one issue that I am having is that when I select "Doorbell Mode" in the Night Mode settings, which turns on the doorbell spotlight when the doorbell is pressed so that you can see a colored video of the person at your door, doesn't turn off automatically like it is supposed to when there isn't any motion detected. My D225 leaves doorbell spotlight on which disables the infrared LEDs. This compromises night motion detection. I have to go into the TP-Link app to turn it off by changing the night mode setting to "infrared Mode". I would like this to work without me having to manually turn it off. I am hoping that this is a software issue that can be fixed via an update. The doorbell on my house was installed several feet to the side of my door and there are 5 stairs leading up to the door. In order to get the camera to point in the right direction I had to use both of the included wedges. Unfortunately they weren't designed to be stackable. I got around this by gluing the two wedges together using Testors plastic cement. Overall I would recommend this doorbell camera. I would rate it at 4.5* because of the night mode issue mentioned above but gave it 5* because of its value and easy install.
Review: Definitive Ring killer! Impressive features with zero subscription fees. - I am very impressed with this doorbell—it is definitely a Ring killer! The standout feature is that it requires absolutely no subscription. You can use an SSD for local storage, or pair it with the Tapo H500 hub for a massive storage upgrade and advanced AI face-tracking capabilities. It is great that they still offer optional cloud storage if you happen to want it, but you don't need it.I also really love that it includes a plug-in wireless chime/bell that you can place anywhere in your house so you never miss a ring. Overall, a fantastic, high-performing device!

## Features

- 【Complete Flexibility - Wired and Wireless】The Tapo D225 offers users complete flexibility to mount the doorbell as they need. If hardwired (8-24V), users can take advantage of existing doorbell wiring to install. Hardwiring provides a unique option for 24/7 continuous recording for comprehensive monitoring. The doorbell camera also has a built in 10,000mAh battery allowing for flexible installation wherever needed for up to 8 months of battery life between charges.
- 【Incredible 2K QHD Live View】View with incredible clarity monitoring in fine detail. Easily identify faces even when zoomed in, showing you everything you need to see outside your door. 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi required; does not support 5 GHz.
- 【180° Head-to-Toe Field of View】Say goodbye to blind spots. See the full picture with a 180° ultra-wide head-to-toe field of view. The ideal front door camera ensures you capture every detail from top to bottom, providing complete coverage.
- 【Ring Call – Never Miss a Visitor】Receive a phone call to answer your door without opening up the Tapo app. Quickly answer visitors with once-click convenience. Stay connected, stay informed, and never miss a visitor again. (Calls are generated via app and will not use cellular minutes)
- 【Free Person/Package/Vehicle Detection】This smart doorbell is equipped with advanced AI technology that detects any person, package or vehicle approaching your property. It sends real-time notifications directly to your device indicating person/vehicle/package detection, with the ability to select one, all, or no detection notifications.
- 【Secure Storage No Subscription Required】Save recorded footage on a microSD card (up to 512GB, not included) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage which saves 30-days of video history. Your privacy is our priority when it comes to storing and transmitting sensitive information such as your camera videos and identity information. To ensure robust data security, Tapo implements AES 128-bit encryption and TLS 1.2 encryption protocols. (𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱: 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝟭𝟬, 𝗨𝗛𝟭, 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗦𝗗 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿)
- 【Full Color Night Vision with Spotlight】The Tapo Smart Doorbell provides added security 24/7. The included spotlight activates when motion is detected (brightness can be adjusted) for added deterrence. The spotlight also allows for full color night vision ensuring enhanced visibility and better security even in low-light conditions.
- 【Modular Chime & Wedges Included】The modular indoor chime provides convenient placement for alerts, no matter where you are in your house. The included 15° horizontal and 5° vertical wedges are versatile components that allow you to adjust optimize installation angles to capture the desired area.
- 【Two-Way Audio & Quick Response Prompts】Clear and efficient communications are made possible with built in two-way audio. For even greater convenience, select from a list of preset quick responses to respond quickly to those at the door.
- 【Works with Alexa and Google】Use your favorite screen assistant like Alexa and Google with the D225 doorbell camera to view and answer those at your door. Connects via 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Band

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D8MKQ5RC |
| Alert Type | Audio and Motion |
| Antenna Location | Outdoor Security |
| Battery Power | 10000 milliamp_hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,331 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #19 in Video Doorbells |
| Brand | Tapo |
| Built-In Media | Foam Pad × 1 Mounting Screws × 3 Mounting Anchors × 3, Horizontal Mounting Wedge × 1 Mounting Template × 1 3M Adhesive × 1, Mounting Wedge Screws × 5 Doorbell Detaching Pin × 1, Quick Start Guide × 1 USB Adapter Cable × 1, Tapo D225 Video Doorbell × 1 Tapo Doorbell Chime × 1 Mounting Bracket × 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Tablet |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Connectivity Technology | Battery Powered & Hardwire |
| Control Method | App, Touch, Voice |
| Controller Type | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,249 Reviews |
| Effective Still Resolution | 1080 pixels |
| Effective Video Resolution | 2000 pixels |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Field Of View | 180 degrees |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Frame Rate | 15 fps, 20 fps |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Item Dimensions | 5.91 x 1.97 x 1.51 inches |
| Item Highlight | 180° Field of View, Person/Vehicle/Package Detection, Ring Call, 2-Way Audio, Subscription-Free Local Storage or Cloud |
| Item Type Name | Video Doorbell |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Manufacturer | TP-Link |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 512 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | Tapo D225 |
| Model Name | Tapo Video Doorbell |
| Model Number | Tapo D225 |
| Mount Type | Door Mount |
| Night Vision | Night Color |
| Night Vision Range | 25 feet |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | 2-Way Audio, HD Resolution, Head-To-Toe View, Night Vision, Smart AI Detection |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 5 mp |
| Power Source | Battery Powered & Hardwired |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor Security |
| Room Type | Hallway |
| Special Feature | 2-Way Audio, HD Resolution, Head-To-Toe View, Night Vision, Smart AI Detection |
| UPC | 810142821575 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MP4 |
| Video Capture Resolution | 2k |
| Video Encoding | H.264 |
| Viewing Angle | 180 degrees |
| Voltage | 24 volts |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Waterproof Rating | IP65 |
| Wattage | 5 watts |
| Wireless Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Zoom Type | Digital Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Tapo
- **Connectivity Technology:** Battery Powered & Hardwire
- **Model Name:** Tapo Video Doorbell
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Outdoor Security
- **Special Feature:** 2-Way Audio, HD Resolution, Head-To-Toe View, Night Vision, Smart AI Detection

## Images

![Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xWooax3rL.jpg)
![Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61pkCeWzUcL.jpg)
![Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bEbXGNQeL.jpg)
![Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81nGE2WnDFL.jpg)
![Tapo 2K+ Wired or Battery Powered Smart Video Doorbell with Chime, D225 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LTfF+TqnL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent doorbell with a few minor issues
*by S***H on December 22, 2024*

I installed this by hardwiring it. The setup was easy for both the doorbell and its chime. It is working great. The video image is an ultra wide angle fisheye view. This means that people that are within say 10' are very clear but those that are further away appear quite small and when magnified lack clarity. This is fine for viewing people at your door but if you want to use this doorbell camera as a security camera for your yard it may not be the best choice. I have set up the doorbell for person and package detection and it works excellent for person and package detection. The one issue that I am having is that when I select "Doorbell Mode" in the Night Mode settings, which turns on the doorbell spotlight when the doorbell is pressed so that you can see a colored video of the person at your door, doesn't turn off automatically like it is supposed to when there isn't any motion detected. My D225 leaves doorbell spotlight on which disables the infrared LEDs. This compromises night motion detection. I have to go into the TP-Link app to turn it off by changing the night mode setting to "infrared Mode". I would like this to work without me having to manually turn it off. I am hoping that this is a software issue that can be fixed via an update. The doorbell on my house was installed several feet to the side of my door and there are 5 stairs leading up to the door. In order to get the camera to point in the right direction I had to use both of the included wedges. Unfortunately they weren't designed to be stackable. I got around this by gluing the two wedges together using Testors plastic cement. Overall I would recommend this doorbell camera. I would rate it at 4.5* because of the night mode issue mentioned above but gave it 5* because of its value and easy install.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Definitive Ring killer! Impressive features with zero subscription fees.
*by B***G on August 19, 2026*

I am very impressed with this doorbell—it is definitely a Ring killer! The standout feature is that it requires absolutely no subscription. You can use an SSD for local storage, or pair it with the Tapo H500 hub for a massive storage upgrade and advanced AI face-tracking capabilities. It is great that they still offer optional cloud storage if you happen to want it, but you don't need it.I also really love that it includes a plug-in wireless chime/bell that you can place anywhere in your house so you never miss a ring. Overall, a fantastic, high-performing device!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely pleased!
*by S***E on February 7, 2025*

I can’t say enough good things about this Tapo video doorbell! First, you don’t need a subscription to get full use of the important features! They only feature missing without a subscription that I might miss is the clip preview feature. It will still alert you to the type of motion detected, but you will need to open the app to see the details. Other than that, all the other features work without a subscription! Just install a mini SD card to keep the recordings! A 256 GB SD card will record a huge amount of video! That’s the largest card it can take, but plenty sufficient. Crystal clear video with the 2k setting. And still doesn’t take up the storage that quickly. I hardwired the doorbell so I could take advantage of the “always on” feature. I’m taking advantage of the 30 day free trial from Tapo, so I get alert previews now. Only records when motion is detected to the cloud. Once the trial is over, I will still have SD card storage to view. You have to go to the Storage and Recording section of the Settings. Then go to Recording Schedule and manually select the times you want the camera to record continuously. The more Scheduled Recording you select, the faster the SD card will fill up. The motion labels will still work without a subscription. These include motion only, vehicle, person, pet and package. I quit using my other camera because of the increasing subscription fees. This Tapo video doorbell even has a wider view than my other doorbell camera. I can see everything from one side of the porch to the other! It even records motion before it gets close to the camera! The doorbell has a spot light that can be turned on and off. We use our porch light, so I don’t use the spot light. The color night vision is fabulous! I love the multiple detection settings! My other doorbell camera only had one detection zone. With this Tapo video doorbell you can set a separate detection zone for each type of motion! When using the live view you can zoom in with the camera. You can also use zoom on anything recorded to the SD card, but when viewing cloud recordings with the subscription, zoom is not available. The audio on this doorbell camera is great too! Very clear and you can even personalize your quick response audio with a recording of your voice! Of course you can download video recordings or take a photo and save it to your phone for later reference too. It has a ring phone option to alert you if the doorbell button is pressed, which is great when you’re not home or can’t come to the door. You are able to communicate with the person via your smartphone. Comes with its own plug in doorbell ringer that has several different sound functions. If you have any Kasa products, the Tapo app is compatible with them also. Just link Kasa to Tapo, it’s easy! Installation was easy! Only needed the mounting plate and the simple jumper wire to bypass our original doorbell transformer. The directions are clear and precise. The kit comes with wire extenders, hardware and wedges to angle the doorbell camera if desired. This Tapo video doorbell is just fantastic! I can’t imagine another video doorbell that can offer anything more without a subscription! And the price is fantastic too! Kudos to TP-Link for giving the customer a great product and experience!

## Frequently Bought Together

- TP-Link Tapo Smart Video Doorbell Camera with Chime, Battery or Wired, 2K QHD Color Night Vison, No Monthly Fee, 180° Ultra-Wide Head-to-Toe View, Ring Call, Free AI Detection, Local Storage (D225)
- Tapo TP-Link 2K QHD Security Camera, Indoor/Outdoor, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗖𝗠𝗮𝗴 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿'𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲, Color Night Vision, Free Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection, Invisible IR Mode, SD Storage, C120
- TP-Link 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗼 MagCam, 2024 PCMag Editors’ Choice & Wirecutter Recommended Outdoor Security Camera, 2K, Battery, Magnetic Mount Wireless Camera, 150° FOV, SD/Cloud Storage, Person/Vehicle Detection

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/649514450-tapo-2k-wired-or-battery-powered-smart-video-doorbell-chime](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/649514450-tapo-2k-wired-or-battery-powered-smart-video-doorbell-chime)

---

*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-09-03*