Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Surveillance cameras with local storage give families a variety of benefits. One important advantage is the chance to maintain complete control of your video. Your recordings aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved right on the surveillance camera or on a standalone device in your home. Continue reading to weigh your options and find where to find the leading surveillance systems in Tucson.
What’s the right choice for your Tucson home? Comparing local and cloud storage
Explore the differences between local and cloud storage to find the ideal surveillance cameras for your Tucson home. Review our quick comparison:
Cameras with local storage
- Footage is saved on the camera or local storage tool, so you’re always in charge.
- You won’t have to worry about a third-party keeping your video secure on remote servers.
- Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet cuts off.
- You don’t have to pay monthly subscription charges.
- Keep footage as long as you like (within storage limits).
- Damage to cameras could result in lost footage.
- MicroSD cards inside cameras and hard drives may cost extra.
Cameras with cloud-based storage
- Footage is saved to remote servers and safeguarded by a third party.
- Video files are still available if cameras are vandalized.
- Simple to scale to accommodate changing needs.
- Extra storage devices not needed.
- Generally comes with a subscription fee.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet.
- Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.
If you want strict control over your footage, no subscription charges, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is better. Just remember that if you plan to often view footage away from home, cloud-based systems may be speedier.
Many families go with a hybrid plan that allows them to send video to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you can still save locally. If your system is damaged, you can still find your recordings in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the right choice for Tucson security cameras
Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras provide a wealth of possibilities with both cloud and local storage available. What you need is flexibility, and you’ll enjoy it from the respected name in Tucson smart homes. You can even opt for a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electricity and wirelessly linked to your smart security. You enjoy a reliable power source and the freedom to mount cameras wherever you want without running wires across your house.
You get flexibility and strong security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers through audible and visual warnings. You’ll also get wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible through the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with other smart home devices.
Customize your Tucson smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras
Call (520) 655-6492 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Tucson. Our helpful representatives can answer any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a solution that offers exceptional security and peace of mind.