Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Surveillance cameras with local storage offer families an array of benefits. One important advantage is the chance to maintain total control of your footage. Your clips aren’t sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved straight on the camera or on another on-site storage device. Continue reading to weigh your options and find where to find the best surveillance systems in Tempe.
What’s better for your Tempe home? Comparing local and cloud storage
Explore the key differences between local and cloud storage to find the right security cameras for your Tempe home. Review our quick breakdown:
Local storage cameras
- Footage is saved on the camera or an on-site storage tool, putting you in total control.
- You won’t have to worry about a third-party protecting your footage on remote servers.
- Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
- You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription fees.
- Hold on to footage for as long as you like (contingent on storage capacity).
- Camera damage could result in lost footage.
- MicroSD cards included with cameras and hard drives may cost extra.
Cloud-based storage cameras
- Video is sent to off-site servers and safeguarded by a third party.
- Video remain accessible if cameras are damaged.
- Easy to scale to meet changing needs.
- Extra storage devices not necessary.
- Usually includes a subscription fee.
- Video won’t save to the cloud if your internet goes down.
- Uploads and downloads require a good amount of bandwidth.
If you prefer total control over your video, no recurring charges, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is best. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can often retrieve recordings quicker when you’re not at home.
Many residents choose a hybrid approach that lets them upload video to the cloud. If the internet drops, you can still keep recordings locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still access your clips in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the smart choice for Tempe surveillance
Vivint’s advanced video cameras provide many possibilities with both local and cloud storage available. It’s all about flexibility, and you’ll enjoy it from the leader in Tempe smart homes. You can even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly connected to your smart security. You benefit from a steady power source and the freedom to situate cameras wherever you need them, without running wires across your house.
You get flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime via light and sound. You’ll also get broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K imaging with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access in the Vivint app and work in unison with other smart home components.
Customize your Tempe smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance
Contact (480) 360-6677 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Tempe. 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 unbeatable convenience and security.