Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage offer families many benefits. One major perk is the ability to maintain control of your video footage. Your clips aren’t sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved right on the video camera or on a standalone on-site storage device. Take a minute to compare your options and learn where to find the best surveillance systems in Greenville.

What’s the right choice for your Greenville home? See how local and cloud storage differ

Explore the key differences between local and cloud storage to choose the ideal video cameras for your Greenville home. Here is a quick comparison:

Local storage security cameras

• Recordings are kept on the camera or a local storage tool, keeping you in complete control. 
• You won’t have to worry about a third-party securing your video on remote servers.
• Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet goes down.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription fees.
• Save footage however long you need (within storage limits).
• Vandalism of cameras could cause you to lose footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras may be an added expense.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Recordings are sent to cloud servers and protected by a third party.
• Video remain accessible if cameras are broken.
• Simple to scale to match different needs.
• No on-site hardware needed.
• Usually comes with ongoing subscription costs.
• Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet service.
• Uploads and downloads require a good amount of bandwidth.

If you want tight control over your footage, no recurring expenses, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is best. Note that cloud-based systems can sometimes access clips faster when you’re not at home. 

Many homeowners opt for a hybrid approach that lets them back up footage to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you may still save locally. If your system is damaged, you can still retrieve your recordings in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the right choice for Greenville surveillance

Vivint’s state-of-the-art video cameras give you a hybrid approach with both local and cloud storage options available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll find it from the leader in Greenville smart homes. You may even choose a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You benefit from a reliable power source and the ability to mount cameras anywhere you want without running wires across your house.

You’ll have flexibility and robust security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers through sound and light. You’ll also enjoy wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible on the Vivint app and work in unison with the rest of your smart home sensors.

Equip your Greenville smart home with Vivint’s advanced video cameras

Call (864) 660-7126 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Greenville. Our skilled agents are pleased to address any questions you have about cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that offers outstanding security and peace of mind.