Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Surveillance cameras with local storage provide families a variety of benefits. One important advantage is the freedom to maintain control of your video. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re kept right on the video camera or on a separate device in your home. Continue reading to weigh your options and see where to get the leading surveillance systems in Little Rock.

What’s best for your Little Rock home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage

Check out the key differences between local and cloud storage to choose the best surveillance cameras for your Little Rock home. Here’s our quick breakdown:

Cameras with local storage

• Recordings are kept on the camera or a local storage system, giving you complete control. 
• You won’t have to stress about off-site servers and third-party access.
• Cameras keep recording even if internet or Wi-Fi goes down.
• There are no monthly subscription charges.
• Hold on to footage however long you need (within storage limits).
• Camera damage could result in lost footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras could come at an extra cost.

Cloud-based storage cameras

• Recordings are sent to remote servers and secured by a third party.
• Video stay accessible if cameras are broken.
• Easy to scale to meet evolving needs.
• Additional storage devices not needed.
• Usually requires ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t upload to the cloud if you lose internet connection.
• Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.

If you’re looking for strict control over your video, no subscription charges, and the freedom to record without an internet connection, local storage is better. Just remember that cloud-based systems can often retrieve videos faster when you’re off site. 

Many families opt for a hybrid approach that permits them to send local recordings to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you can still keep recordings locally. If your system is damaged, you can still retrieve your clips in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Little Rock surveillance

Vivint’s cutting-edge surveillance cameras give you a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is essential, and you’ll get it from the respected name in Little Rock smart homes. You may even choose a hybrid installation with cameras hardwired to your home’s electricity and wirelessly linked to your security system. You get a steady power source and the ability to situate cameras anywhere you like, without running wires throughout your house.

Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers through light and sound. You’ll also benefit from broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access in the Vivint app and work in harmony with your other smart home components.

Equip your Little Rock smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras

Reach out to (501) 510-8749 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Little Rock. Our helpful staff will gladly answer any questions you have regarding local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that delivers exceptional convenience and security.