Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage give homeowners many benefits. One of the most important advantages is the freedom to maintain complete control of your footage. Your recordings aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re kept directly on the surveillance device or on another in-home device. Take a moment to evaluate your options and find where to get the best surveillance systems in Long Beach.

What’s best for your Long Beach home? Comparing local and cloud storage

Check out the main differences between local and cloud storage to find the right video cameras for your Long Beach home. Review our quick comparison:

Cameras with local storage

• Clips are stored on the camera or an on-site storage tool, putting you in complete control. 
• You won’t have to stress about a third-party protecting your footage on remote servers.
• Cameras keep recording even if internet or Wi-Fi cuts off.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription costs.
• Save footage for as long as you like (within storage limits).
• Vandalism of cameras could result in lost footage.
• MicroSD cards added to cameras and hard drives could cost extra.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Recordings are sent to cloud servers and safeguarded by a third party.
• Video clips remain accessible if cameras are broken.
• Simple to scale to meet changing needs.
• Additional storage hardware not required.
• Typically comes with a monthly subscription.
• Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if your internet goes down.
• Downloading and uploading video requires a good amount of bandwidth.

If you’re looking for total control over your recordings, no subscription expenses, and the capability of recording without an internet connection, local storage is best. Note that cloud-based systems can often access recordings quicker when you’re away from home. 

Many families choose a hybrid approach that allows them to send local recordings to the cloud. If the internet cuts out, you can still save locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still access your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Long Beach security cameras

Vivint’s cutting-edge video cameras provide many possibilities with both cloud and local storage options available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll find it from the respected name in Long Beach smart homes. You may even opt for a hybrid configuration with cameras wired into your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You get a reliable power source and the freedom to place cameras anywhere you want, without running wires across your house.

Count on flexibility and robust security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime via sound and light. You’ll also get wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K imaging with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible on the Vivint app and work in unison with other smart home devices.

Equip your Long Beach smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance

Call (562) 376-5457 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Long Beach. Our skilled staff are pleased to address any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that provides exceptional security and peace of mind.