Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Surveillance cameras with local storage give families a variety of benefits. One major advantage is the ability to maintain complete control of your video. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved right on the video camera or on a separate on-site storage device. Take a minute to compare your options and see where to find the top surveillance systems in Orange County.
What’s the right choice for your Orange County home? Explore how local and cloud storage differ
Learn about the key differences between local and cloud storage to find the ideal surveillance cameras for your Orange County home. Here is a quick breakdown:
Local storage cameras
- Footage is saved on the camera or an on-site storage device, so you’re always in charge.
- You don’t have to worry about off-site servers and third-party access.
- Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi stops working.
- You don’t have to pay monthly subscription charges.
- Save footage for as long as you want (contingent on storage capacity).
- Damage to cameras can result in loss of footage.
- Hard drives and microSD cards incorporated into cameras could come at an extra cost.
Cameras with cloud-based storage
- Video is kept on remote servers and secured by a third party.
- Video clips remain accessible if cameras are damaged.
- Simple to scale to accommodate evolving needs.
- Additional storage hardware not needed.
- Generally comes with a subscription fee.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet.
- Uploads and downloads require plenty of bandwidth.
If you prefer tight control over your video, no monthly expenses, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is better. Just remember that cloud-based systems can often access clips quicker when you’re not at home.
Many families go with a hybrid approach that permits them to upload local video to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you may still keep recordings locally. If your system is damaged, you can still find your clips in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the right choice for Orange County surveillance
Vivint’s advanced video cameras provide many possibilities with both cloud and local storage options available. What you want is flexibility, and you’ll enjoy it from the trusted name in Orange County smart homes. You can even get a hybrid installation with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly linked to your security system. You enjoy a steady power source and the freedom to mount cameras wherever you want without running wires throughout your house.
You’ll have flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime through light and sound. You’ll also benefit from broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access through the Vivint app and work seamlessly with other smart home sensors.
Equip your Orange County smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance cameras
Call (714) 769-8364 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Orange County. Our skilled representatives will gladly answer any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that offers unbeatable convenience and security.