Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Surveillance cameras with local storage give families many benefits. One of the biggest advantages is the chance to maintain total control of your video footage. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re kept right on the surveillance device or on another device in your home. Take a minute to compare your options and see where to get the top surveillance systems in Lawrence.
What’s the right choice for your Lawrence home? See how local and cloud storage differ
Explore the key differences between local and cloud storage to determine the ideal video cameras for your Lawrence home. Review our quick comparison:
Cameras with local storage
- Recordings are stored on the camera or local storage device, keeping you in total control.
- You won’t have to worry about third-party access and remote servers.
- Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet service stops working.
- You don’t have to pay monthly subscription fees.
- Save footage however long you want (within storage limits).
- Damage to cameras could result in loss of footage.
- MicroSD cards inside cameras and hard drives could be an added expense.
Cloud-based storage cameras
- Recordings are kept on off-site servers and protected by a third party.
- Video files stay accessible if cameras are damaged.
- Easy to scale to accommodate evolving needs.
- No on-site hardware necessary.
- Generally requires a monthly subscription.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet connection.
- Uploads and downloads require a good amount of bandwidth.
If you want total control over your video, no monthly fees, and the capability of recording without an internet connection, local storage is a good choice. Note that cloud-based systems can often retrieve clips faster when you’re away from home.
Many homeowners go with a hybrid system that permits them to upload local video to the cloud. If the internet drops, you can still keep recordings locally. If your system is damaged, you can still access your recordings in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the top choice for Lawrence surveillance
Vivint’s advanced surveillance cameras give you a hybrid approach with both local and cloud storage available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll get it from the trusted name in Lawrence smart homes. You may even opt for a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly linked to your security system. You enjoy a constant power source and the freedom to place cameras anywhere you want, without running wires all over your house.
Count on flexibility and robust security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via sound and light. You’ll also get broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible on the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with the rest of your smart home devices.
Design your Lawrence smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras
Contact (785) 829-4689 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Lawrence. Our helpful staff are pleased to address any questions you have about local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you determine a solution that delivers outstanding security and peace of mind.