Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Security cameras with local storage give families a variety of benefits. One major perk is the freedom to maintain complete control of your video. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Rather, they’re kept directly on the video camera or on another in-home device. Take a moment to compare your options and find where to find the top surveillance systems in Kennewick.

What’s best for your Kennewick home? See how local and cloud storage differ

Learn about the key differences between local and cloud storage to determine the ideal video cameras for your Kennewick home. Here’s our quick breakdown:

Cameras with local storage

• Footage is saved on the camera or an on-site storage device, giving you full control. 
• You don’t have to worry about a third-party securing your video on remote servers.
• Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi goes down.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription costs.
• Keep footage however long you want (contingent on storage capacity).
• Damage to cameras can result in loss of footage.
• MicroSD cards included with cameras and hard drives could come at an extra cost.

Cloud-based storage cameras

• Footage is sent to off-site servers and protected by a third party.
• Video files stay accessible if cameras are damaged.
• Easy to scale to accommodate changing needs.
• On-site storage devices not needed.
• Usually comes with ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t upload to the cloud if your internet drops.
• Downloading and uploading video requires plenty of bandwidth.

If you prefer strict control over your footage, no subscription fees, and the ability to record without an internet connection, local storage is a good choice. Just remember that cloud-based systems can sometimes retrieve recordings quicker when you’re not at home. 

Many residents go with a hybrid approach that lets them send footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still keep recordings locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still access your clips in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the top choice for Kennewick surveillance

Vivint’s cutting-edge video cameras provide a wealth of possibilities with both local and cloud storage options available. What you want is flexibility, and you’ll enjoy it from the respected name in Kennewick smart homes. You may even get a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electricity and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You enjoy a reliable power source and the ability to place cameras wherever you want without running wires throughout your house.

You’ll have flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via visible and audible warnings. You’ll also enjoy wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible in the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with the rest of your smart home devices.

Customize your Kennewick smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance cameras

Call (509) 794-3375 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Kennewick. Our helpful staff will gladly answer any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you find a solution that offers exceptional security and convenience.