TP-Link Tapo H500 Smart HomeBase

Name: TP-Link Tapo H500 Smart HomeBase
Brand: TP-Link
SKU: 964902
Price: 141 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.7 (10 reviews)

Review is 8,7 out of 10, based on 10 reviews.
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Key specs

	Smart home platform	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Matter
	Power supply type	Power grid
	Voice control
	Linkable to a protocol

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According to our smart home hub expert

You can control all your smart security devices from a single place.
With an extra hard drive, you can store up to 16TB of footage.
The HomeBase also works as a chime and alarm.
Without a hard drive, you can store up 16Gb of footage, the hard drive isn't included.
You can't control Tapo light or vacuums with the HomeBase.

Description

With the TP-Link Tapo H50 Smart HomeBase, you can control all your smart devices from 1 place. You can connect up to 16 cameras and 64 sensors to the hub, so your whole house becomes smart. You can store footage directly on the 16GB internal storage. That's not enough? You can expand the storage with a hard drive up to 16TB. The hard drive isn't included. Thanks to smart recognition, you only see notifications that are important, such as a person or car in the frame. In the Tapo app, you can watch everything live, even from multiple cameras at the same time. The HomeBase also works as a chime and siren for the alarm.

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Review is 9,2 out of 10.

Centralized storage management for your Tapo cameras

intuitive installation
extended features
Not expensive
Does not support all older Tapo devices

The H500 Hub offers centralized storage (for relatively recent cameras), so you don't have to insert microSD cards into each individual camera. If you do, you can configure the card to serve as backup storage if the connection to the hub is lost.

You can only store 16GB of internal memory on the hub. I purchased a 2TB SSD, so I don't have to worry about storage capacity. There's room for that 2.5" SSD (or HDD, if you prefer) in the hub housing. Neat.

So you don't need a cloud subscription to store your footage securely and centrally. Thieves can't steal your footage by stealing your SD card. This could be useful in the event of a burglary where they want to cover their tracks.

In addition, the hub offers additional AI-driven features that aren't (yet) included in the camera software, such as facial recognition (which can be disabled, of course).

Since not all older cameras can be connected to the hub, it's best to check this page to see if the cameras you already own are compatible. Pay attention not only to the model number (e.g., C200), but also to the hardware version. V1 is not compatible with the C200, while higher versions are. A firmware upgrade will be released for other cameras, such as the C320WS V1, in the coming months. So check first. To avoid disappointment.

One final point: you can also easily connect the hub to a monitor or TV via an HDMI cable, allowing you to display a multi-camera image from all your cameras (4 per screen) in a carousel.

This year, a successor (H900) will be released, which will be equipped with a tablet on which you can display this multi-camera view. You can place this on a built-in stand. The H500 also includes a stand, but you'll need to provide your own tablet.

Review by:
Marc
Date:
13 September 2025
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,6 out of 10.

TOP

Very simple installation, even for people without specific training in the subject.

beautiful design and hassle-free installation and operation

Review by:
Hugo
Date:
17 May 2026
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Review is 8,4 out of 10.

good but could be better

Works well, but maybe buy an SSD as well, because right now you can see and hear how busy it can be behind a house.

Maybe Cool Blue could/can make a nice offer out of it, because then everything is truly complete.

Review by:
mike
Date:
10 May 2026
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Automatically translated from Dutch

Insure your smart home hub

Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.

What am I insured for?

Fall and impact damage
Water damage
Manufacturing defects outside the warranty

What am I not insured for?

Damage you deliberately cause
Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
Damage due to gross negligence

XCover insurace

XCover is allowed to arrange and process insurances on behalf of the insurer. The insurances are governed by Belgium law. If you have a complaint, you can contact the or our customer service.

How do I insure my smart home hub?

First, add your smart home hub to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose the Protection Plan below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage.

XCover Protection without theft cover

2-year advance payment
7,99 one-time payment (4,- per year)
3-year advance payment
10,99 one-time payment (3,66 per year)

The insurance can be canceled every year, even if you have paid in advance. If you cancel earlier, you will receive a refund for the overpaid amount.

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	964902
	Manufacturer code	Tapo H500
	Brand	TP-Link
	Warranty	3 years
	Processing of your defect	Carry-in warranty

Physical properties

Physical properties
	Height	9,8 cm
	Depth	8,3 cm
	Width	16 cm
	Weight	0,62 kg
	Color	White
	Material	Plastic
	Built-in screen
	Built-in microphone

Power supply

Power supply
	Power supply type	Power grid

Network and streaming

Network and streaming
	Link to router	Wireless
	Multi-room audio
	Plays from network
	Bluetooth
	NFC

Smart Home compatibility

Smart Home compatibility
	Controls via app
	Compatible with smartphone / apps
	Controlled via Apple app
	Controlled via Android app
	Controlled via Windows app
	Linkable to home automation
	Control panel included
	Smart home platform	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Matter

Other properties

Other properties
	Voice control
	Internal RAM	16 GB
	Protocol	WiFi

Introduction year and updates

Introduction year and updates
	Guaranteed support with updates	36 months after release date
	Year introduced	2025
	Introduction month	May

Privacy and security properties

Privacy and security properties
	Internet connection required
	Manufacturer account required
	Multi-factor authentication
	Log in with fingerprint on your phone
	Log in with Face ID on your phone
	Usage possible without cloud environment manufacturer
	Support for future updates
	Expected date of last security update	December 2030
	Expected frequency security updates	Each quarter, Every month
	Personal information required

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TP-Link Tapo H500 Smart HomeBase

Review is 8,7 out of 10, based on 10 reviews.

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