Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Security cameras with local storage give homeowners an array of benefits. One major advantage is the chance to maintain total control of your video footage. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re stored directly on the surveillance device or on another device in your home. Take a minute to compare your options and see where to get the leading surveillance systems in Bakersfield.
What’s best for your Bakersfield home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage
Check out the main differences between local and cloud storage to find the best surveillance cameras for your Bakersfield home. Here is a quick breakdown:
Local storage security cameras
- Clips are stored on the camera or local storage system, keeping you in complete control.
- You won’t have to worry about off-site servers and third-party access.
- Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet service cuts off.
- There are no monthly subscription costs.
- Save footage for as long as you need (depending on storage capacity).
- Damage to cameras can result in loss of footage.
- MicroSD cards inside cameras and hard drives may come at an extra cost.
Cameras with cloud-based storage
- Recordings are saved to off-site servers and safeguarded by a third party.
- Video clips stay accessible if cameras are damaged.
- Simple to scale to meet evolving needs.
- No on-site hardware required.
- Usually includes ongoing subscription costs.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet.
- Uploads and downloads require plenty of bandwidth.
If you want tight control over your recordings, no subscription charges, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is best. Just remember that if you plan to frequently watch footage remotely, cloud-based systems may be speedier.
Many families choose a hybrid system that lets them back up local footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still record locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still retrieve your footage in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the top choice for Bakersfield surveillance systems
Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras offer a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is the name of the game, and you’ll find it from the leader in Bakersfield smart homes. You may even get a hybrid configuration with cameras wired into your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You enjoy a constant power source and the freedom to place cameras wherever you need them, without running wires across your house.
You’ll have flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime through sound and light. You’ll also get broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are simple to access through the Vivint app and integrate in harmony with other smart home components.
Equip your Bakersfield smart home with Vivint’s advanced video cameras
Reach out to (661) 732-2557 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Bakersfield. Our helpful representatives can answer any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you design a solution that offers unbeatable security and convenience.