Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Home security cameras with local storage provide families an array of benefits. One important perk is the chance to maintain complete control of your video. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved directly on the camera or on another device in your home. Keep reading to compare your options and learn where to get the top surveillance systems in Logan.
What’s the right choice for your Logan home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage
Check out the key differences between local and cloud storage to find the right surveillance cameras for your Logan home. Review our quick breakdown:
Local storage cameras
- Clips are kept on the camera or a local storage tool, so you’re always in complete control.
- You won’t have to worry about off-site servers and third-party access.
- Cameras continue to record even if internet or Wi-Fi cuts off.
- You don’t have to pay monthly subscription fees.
- Hold on to footage for as long as you need (depending on storage capacity).
- Camera damage can result in loss of footage.
- Hard drives and microSD cards added to cameras might cost extra.
Cloud-based storage cameras
- Recordings are saved to off-site servers and secured by a third party.
- Video are still available if cameras are damaged.
- Simple to scale to match evolving needs.
- No on-site hardware needed.
- Typically includes a subscription fee.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet service.
- Downloading and uploading video requires ample bandwidth.
If you want total control over your video, no subscription fees, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is a good choice. Just remember that if you expect to frequently view footage away from home, cloud-based systems can be faster.
Many homeowners go with a hybrid system that allows them to send footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you can still keep recordings locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still access your recordings in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the smart choice for Logan surveillance systems
Vivint’s cutting-edge surveillance cameras provide a hybrid approach with both local and cloud storage options available. Flexibility is essential, and you’ll find it from the leader in Logan smart homes. You may even get a hybrid installation with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You enjoy a steady power source and the ability to mount cameras anywhere you like, without running wires across your house.
You’ll have flexibility and strong security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft by using light and sound. You’ll also enjoy wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible in the Vivint app and work in unison with other smart home sensors.
Equip your Logan smart home with Vivint’s modern video cameras
Call (562) 376-5457 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Logan. Our knowledgeable representatives can answer any questions you have about cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you find a system that offers unbeatable security and convenience.