Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Surveillance cameras with local storage give families many benefits. One notable perk is the ability to maintain control of your video footage. Your recordings aren’t sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved right on the camera or on a separate on-site storage device. Take a moment to weigh your options and find where to get the top surveillance systems in Lancaster.

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

Check out the differences between local and cloud storage to determine the ideal security cameras for your Lancaster home. Here is a quick comparison:

Local storage security cameras

• Recordings are stored on the camera or a local storage device, so you’re always in full control. 
• You won’t have to stress about third-party access and off-site servers.
• Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi goes down.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription fees.
• Keep footage however long you need (depending on storage capacity).
• Camera damage could result in lost footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras might cost extra.

Cloud storage cameras

• Video is saved to off-site servers and protected by a third party.
• Video are still available if cameras are vandalized.
• Easy to scale to match changing needs.
• No on-site hardware needed.
• Usually includes ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t upload to the cloud if you lose internet.
• Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.

If you want tight control over your recordings, no monthly expenses, and the capability of recording without being online, local storage is better. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can often retrieve videos quicker when you’re away from home. 

Many families go with a hybrid approach that lets them send recordings to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you can still save locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still access your recordings in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Lancaster surveillance

Vivint’s cutting-edge surveillance cameras give you many possibilities with both local and cloud storage options available. What you want is flexibility, and you’ll find it from the leader in Lancaster smart homes. You may even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly connected to your smart security. You get a steady power source and the freedom to place cameras wherever you like, without running wires across your house.

Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via sound and light. You’ll also benefit from wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K imaging with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible through the Vivint app and integrate in unison with your other smart home sensors.

Customize your Lancaster smart home with Vivint’s modern video cameras

Reach out to (717) 922-5237 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Lancaster. Our knowledgeable representatives will gladly answer any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that provides outstanding security and convenience.