Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage give families an array of benefits. One notable advantage is the freedom to maintain total control of your footage. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved directly on the video camera or on a standalone on-site storage device. Continue reading to compare your options and see where to find the best surveillance systems in Salinas.

What’s better for your Salinas home? Discover how local and cloud storage differ

Explore the key differences between local and cloud storage to determine the best security cameras for your Salinas home. Here’s our quick breakdown:

Cameras with local storage

• Recordings are saved on the camera or a local storage system, putting you in total control. 
• You won’t have to stress about a third-party protecting your footage on remote servers.
• Cameras can still record even if Wi-Fi or internet cuts off.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription charges.
• Save footage for as long as you need (depending on storage capacity).
• Vandalism of cameras could result in lost footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards incorporated into cameras could come at an extra cost.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Recordings are kept on off-site servers and secured by a third party.
• Video clips remain accessible if cameras are vandalized.
• Simple to scale to accommodate changing needs.
• No on-site hardware required.
• Usually requires a monthly subscription.
• Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if your internet fails.
• Downloading and uploading video requires a good amount of bandwidth.

If you want strict control over your recordings, no recurring expenses, and the capability of recording without being online, local storage is a good choice. Keep in mind that if you expect to regularly watch footage away from home, cloud-based systems might be speedier. 

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

Why Vivint is the right choice for Salinas security cameras

Vivint’s advanced video cameras provide a wealth of possibilities with both local and cloud storage available. What you need is flexibility, and you’ll find it from the leader in Salinas smart homes. You may even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly linked to your smart security. You enjoy a reliable power source and the ability to place cameras wherever you need them without running wires all over your house.

Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft through visible and audible warnings. You’ll also enjoy broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access through the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with other smart home components.

Customize your Salinas smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance

Reach out to (831) 400-5196 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Salinas. Our skilled staff will gladly answer any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that provides unbeatable convenience and security.