Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Home security cameras with local storage give families a variety of benefits. One of the biggest advantages is the freedom to maintain complete control of your video footage. Your clips aren’t sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved directly on the camera or on another in-home device. Keep reading to weigh your options and find where to find the top surveillance systems in Alpharetta.
What’s better for your Alpharetta home? Comparing local and cloud storage
Check out the differences between local and cloud storage to find the ideal security cameras for your Alpharetta home. Review our quick comparison:
Cameras with local storage
- Footage is kept on the camera or a local storage system, so you’re always in full control.
- You don’t have to worry about third-party access and remote servers.
- Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet service stops working.
- There are no monthly subscription costs.
- Hold on to footage however long you need (depending on storage capacity).
- Vandalism of cameras could mean lost footage.
- Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras could be an added expense.
Cloud-based storage cameras
- Recordings are kept on cloud servers and secured by a third party.
- Video files are still available if cameras are damaged.
- Simple to scale to meet different needs.
- No on-site hardware required.
- Typically includes a subscription fee.
- Video won’t save to the cloud if your internet fails.
- Uploads and downloads require ample bandwidth.
If you want tight control over your recordings, no recurring fees, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is better. Note that if you plan to regularly access footage remotely, cloud-based systems may be quicker.
Many families go with a hybrid plan that permits them to upload local video to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still save locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still retrieve your recordings in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the smart choice for Alpharetta surveillance systems
Vivint’s cutting-edge surveillance cameras provide many possibilities with both local and cloud storage options available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll enjoy it from the leader in Alpharetta smart homes. You may even opt for a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You enjoy a constant power source and the opportunity to mount cameras wherever you need them without running wires throughout your house.
Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft by using light and sound. You’ll also get broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible through the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with your other smart home devices.
Customize your Alpharetta smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance
Reach out to (678) 379-1627 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Alpharetta. Our knowledgeable representatives are pleased to address any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that provides exceptional security and peace of mind.