Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Security cameras with local storage offer families a variety of benefits. One notable advantage is the freedom to maintain total control of your video. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re stored right on the video camera or on a standalone in-home device. Take a moment to compare your options and learn where to find the top surveillance systems in Miami.
What’s best for your Miami home? Comparing local and cloud storage
Explore the main differences between local and cloud storage to determine the ideal video cameras for your Miami home. Here is a quick breakdown:
Local storage security cameras
- Recordings are kept on the camera or local storage device, so you’re always in full control.
- You don’t have to worry about third-party access and off-site servers.
- Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi stops working.
- You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription charges.
- Save footage for as long as you need (depending on storage capacity).
- Camera damage might result in loss of footage.
- Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras may be an added expense.
Cloud-based storage cameras
- Recordings are kept on cloud servers and protected by a third party.
- Video stay accessible if cameras are vandalized.
- Easy to scale to meet changing needs.
- Extra storage hardware not necessary.
- Generally requires a subscription fee.
- Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet.
- Uploads and downloads require a good amount of bandwidth.
If you want strict control over your footage, no monthly expenses, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is better. Note that cloud-based systems can often retrieve clips faster when you’re off site.
Many homeowners opt for a hybrid approach that permits them to upload recordings to the cloud. If the internet drops, you can still save locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still find your footage in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the smart choice for Miami surveillance
Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras give you a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage options available. Flexibility is essential, and you’ll find it from the respected name in Miami smart homes. You may even choose a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your security system. You enjoy a reliable power source and the opportunity to mount 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 light and sound. You’ll also enjoy broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access through the Vivint app and integrate in unison with the rest of your smart home devices.
Equip your Miami smart home with Vivint’s modern video cameras
Reach out to (786) 833-7988 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Miami. Our knowledgeable representatives can answer any questions you have about local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that offers exceptional security and convenience.