Should you use a security camera with local storage?
Surveillance cameras with local storage provide homeowners a variety of benefits. One of the most notable advantages is the ability to maintain total control of your video footage. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved straight on the video camera or on a separate on-site storage device. Take a minute to compare your options and find where to get the best surveillance systems in Boston.
What’s better for your Boston home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage
Explore the differences between local and cloud storage to choose the right video cameras for your Boston home. Here is a quick comparison:
Cameras with local storage
- Clips are stored on the camera or a local storage system, so you’re always in charge.
- You won’t have to worry about third-party access and remote servers.
- Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet service cuts off.
- You don’t have to pay monthly subscription charges.
- Save footage for as long as you like (within storage limits).
- Damage to 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
- Video is sent to off-site servers and secured by a third party.
- Video files remain accessible if cameras are damaged.
- Easy to scale to match different needs.
- On-site storage devices not necessary.
- Usually comes with ongoing subscription costs.
- Video won’t upload to the cloud if your internet fails.
- Uploading and downloading video requires a good amount of bandwidth.
If you want strict control over your recordings, no recurring fees, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is better. Note that if you plan to regularly watch footage remotely, cloud-based systems can be faster.
Many residents opt for a hybrid system that permits them to send video to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you can still record locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still retrieve your clips in the cloud.
Why Vivint is the right choice for Boston surveillance
Vivint’s advanced video cameras provide a hybrid approach with both local and cloud storage options available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll enjoy it from the respected name in Boston smart homes. You may even choose a hybrid installation with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical panel and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You enjoy a reliable power source and the freedom to place cameras wherever you need them without running wires all over your house.
You’ll have flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft through light and sound. You’ll also benefit from wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access through the Vivint app and work in unison with your other smart home components.
Design your Boston smart home with Vivint’s modern video cameras
Contact (617) 826-8647 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Boston. Our skilled representatives can answer any questions you have about cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you determine a system that delivers outstanding convenience and security.