Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Surveillance cameras with local storage offer families a variety of benefits. One notable advantage is the freedom to maintain total control of your footage. Your clips don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved straight on the surveillance camera or on a standalone on-site storage device. Take a minute to compare your options and learn where to find the leading surveillance systems in Buffalo.

What’s the right choice for your Buffalo home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage

Learn about the key differences between local and cloud storage to choose the right video cameras for your Buffalo home. Here is a quick breakdown:

Local storage cameras

• Clips are saved on the camera or an on-site storage device, putting you in complete control. 
• You won’t have to worry about off-site servers and third-party access.
• Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi cuts off.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription costs.
• Hold on to footage however long you like (within storage limits).
• Vandalism of cameras could result in lost footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards added to cameras might cost extra.

Cloud storage cameras

• Footage is kept on remote servers and safeguarded by a third party.
• Video clips are still available if cameras are broken.
• Simple to scale to match evolving needs.
• No on-site hardware needed.
• Typically includes ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t save to the cloud if you lose internet service.
• Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.

If you’re looking for tight control over your recordings, no recurring charges, and the capability of recording without an internet connection, local storage is better. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can sometimes retrieve recordings quicker when you’re off site. 

Many homeowners go with a hybrid approach that permits them to send local video to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you may still keep recordings locally. If your system is damaged, you can still retrieve your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the top choice for Buffalo security cameras

Vivint’s state-of-the-art video cameras offer a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage available. It’s all about flexibility, and you’ll find it from the leader in Buffalo smart homes. You may even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly linked to your smart security. You enjoy a constant power source and the ability to mount cameras wherever you want without running wires throughout your house.

Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via audible and visible warnings. You’ll also benefit from wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K imaging with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access on the Vivint app and integrate in unison with other smart home components.

Design your Buffalo smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance cameras

Contact (716) 567-8226 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Buffalo. Our skilled representatives are pleased to address any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that delivers outstanding security and convenience.