Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Home security cameras with local storage provide families many benefits. One of the biggest advantages is the chance to maintain complete control of your video footage. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved directly on the video camera or on another device in your home. Take a moment to weigh your options and see where to find the best surveillance systems in Columbia.
What’s better for your Columbia home? See how local and cloud storage differ
Check out the key differences between local and cloud storage to find the ideal video cameras for your Columbia home. Here’s our quick comparison:
Local storage cameras
- Recordings are stored on the camera or local storage tool, so you’re always in complete control.
- You don’t have to worry about a third-party securing your video on remote servers.
- Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
- There are no monthly subscription fees.
- Save footage for as long as you want (depending on storage capacity).
- Damage to cameras can result in loss of footage.
- Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras might cost extra.
Cameras with cloud-based storage
- Recordings are saved to off-site servers and safeguarded by a third party.
- Video clips remain accessible if cameras are broken.
- Easy to scale to accommodate different needs.
- No on-site hardware required.
- Generally includes a subscription fee.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if your internet fails.
- Uploads and downloads require plenty of bandwidth.
If you want total control over your recordings, no recurring expenses, and the freedom to record without an internet connection, local storage is best. Just remember that if you plan to often watch footage away from home, cloud-based systems might be speedier.
Many residents opt for a hybrid plan that permits them to back up local video to the cloud. If the internet cuts out, you can still record locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still access your footage in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the right choice for Columbia security cameras
Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras offer many possibilities with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is the name of the game, and you’ll get it from the trusted name in Columbia smart homes. You may even get a hybrid configuration with cameras wired into your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly linked to your smart security. You enjoy a steady power source and the opportunity to mount cameras anywhere you want without running wires all over your house.
You get flexibility and strong security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime through visible and audible alerts. You’ll also enjoy wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible in the Vivint app and integrate in unison with your other smart home devices.
Equip your Columbia smart home with Vivint’s industry-leading video cameras
Contact (573) 641-8250 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Columbia. Our helpful agents can answer any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you find a system that delivers unbeatable security and convenience.