Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Surveillance cameras with local storage give homeowners a variety of benefits. One major advantage is the ability to maintain complete control of your video. Your clips aren’t sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re kept right on the camera or on another on-site storage device. Take a minute to evaluate your options and learn where to find the leading surveillance systems in Chandler.

What’s best for your Chandler home? Explore how local and cloud storage differ

Check out the key differences between local and cloud storage to choose the ideal surveillance cameras for your Chandler home. Here’s our quick comparison:

Local storage cameras

• Clips are saved on the camera or local storage system, so you’re always in charge. 
• You won’t have to stress about off-site servers and third-party access.
• Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription fees.
• Hold on to footage as long as you want (contingent on storage capacity).
• Damage to cameras could result in lost footage.
• MicroSD cards added to cameras and hard drives may cost extra.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Video is saved to off-site servers and protected by a third party.
• Video files are still available if cameras are broken.
• Easy to scale to meet different needs.
• Additional storage devices not needed.
• Usually includes a monthly subscription.
• Video won’t upload to the cloud if your internet fails.
• Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.

If you want strict control over your recordings, no monthly fees, and the freedom to record without being online, local storage is better. Note that cloud-based systems can sometimes access clips faster when you’re off site. 

Many homeowners go with a hybrid approach that lets them back up local footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still record locally. If your system is damaged, you can still retrieve your clips in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Chandler security cameras

Vivint’s state-of-the-art video cameras give you a hybrid approach with both local and cloud storage available. What you want is flexibility, and you’ll get it from the leader in Chandler smart homes. You can even get a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You get a steady power source and the ability to place cameras wherever you need them, without running wires throughout your house.

Count on flexibility and strong security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft via sound and light. You’ll also get wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access on the Vivint app and work seamlessly with the rest of your smart home components.

Design your Chandler smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance

Contact (480) 739-3177 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Chandler. Our skilled representatives can answer any questions you have about cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that offers outstanding security and convenience.