Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage give homeowners a variety of benefits. One notable advantage is the chance to maintain complete control of your footage. Your clips don’t get sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re stored directly on the camera or on a separate in-home device. Take a minute to evaluate your options and learn where to find the best surveillance systems in Lynchburg.

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

Explore the main differences between local and cloud storage to find the right video cameras for your Lynchburg home. Here’s our quick comparison:

Local storage cameras

• Footage is saved on the camera or a local storage tool, keeping you in full control. 
• You won’t have to stress about a third-party securing your video on remote servers.
• Cameras can still record even if Wi-Fi or internet goes down.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription charges.
• Keep footage for as long as you want (depending on storage capacity).
• Vandalism of cameras might result in loss of footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards incorporated into cameras may cost extra.

Cloud storage cameras

• Recordings are kept on remote servers and safeguarded by a third party.
• Video are still available if cameras are vandalized.
• Easy to scale to meet different needs.
• No on-site hardware required.
• Typically includes a monthly subscription.
• Video won’t save to the cloud if your internet goes down.
• Uploading and downloading video requires ample bandwidth.

If you’re looking for tight control over your video, no subscription fees, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is better. Just remember that cloud-based systems can often retrieve recordings faster when you’re not at home. 

Many homeowners go with a hybrid approach that allows them to back up footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still keep recordings locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still access your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Lynchburg surveillance systems

Vivint’s state-of-the-art video cameras offer many possibilities with both local and cloud storage available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll enjoy it from the leader in Lynchburg smart homes. You can even opt for a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You benefit from a steady power source and the ability to situate cameras wherever you want without running wires all over your house.

You get flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via audible and visible warnings. You’ll also get wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K imaging with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access through the Vivint app and work in unison with the rest of your smart home devices.

Design your Lynchburg smart home with Vivint’s industry-leading surveillance

Reach out to (434) 300-3689 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Lynchburg. Our helpful staff can answer any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that provides unbeatable security and convenience.