Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage provide families a variety of benefits. One notable perk is the ability to maintain total control of your video. Your clips aren’t uploaded to the cloud. Instead, they’re kept directly on the camera or on a standalone on-site storage device. Keep reading to evaluate your options and see where to get the leading surveillance systems in Hoover.

What’s better for your Hoover home? Comparing local and cloud storage

Check out the key differences between local and cloud storage to find the ideal video cameras for your Hoover home. Here is a quick comparison:

Local storage security cameras

• Footage is saved on the camera or local storage device, putting you in complete control. 
• You don’t have to worry about third-party access and remote servers.
• Cameras continue to record even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
• There are no monthly subscription charges.
• Hold on to footage for as long as you like (contingent on storage capacity).
• Vandalism of cameras might result in loss of footage.
• MicroSD cards included with cameras and hard drives might come at an extra cost.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Video is kept on cloud servers and secured by a third party.
• Video files are still available if cameras are damaged.
• Easy to scale to meet different needs.
• Extra storage hardware not required.
• Generally comes with ongoing subscription costs.
• Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if you lose internet service.
• Uploads and downloads require plenty of bandwidth.

If you prefer tight control over your footage, no monthly fees, and the capability of recording without internet access, local storage is a good choice. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can often retrieve recordings quicker when you’re not at home. 

Many families go with a hybrid approach that lets them send footage to the cloud. If the internet cuts out, you may still save locally. If your system is stolen or damaged, you can still retrieve your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the right choice for Hoover surveillance

Vivint’s cutting-edge video cameras give you many possibilities with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll get it from the leader in Hoover smart homes. You can even opt for a hybrid configuration with cameras hardwired to your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You get a reliable power source and the freedom to mount cameras wherever you like without running wires all over your house.

You’ll have flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime via audible and visible alerts. You’ll also benefit from wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K images with zoom functionality. Vivint’s cameras are easily accessible on the Vivint app and work in unison with other smart home devices.

Design your Hoover smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras

Contact (205) 898-6989 today to build your new Vivint smart home in Hoover. Our knowledgeable agents can answer any questions you have about local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that offers outstanding security and peace of mind.