Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Security cameras with local storage offer families 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. Instead, they’re kept directly on the surveillance camera or on a separate on-site storage device. Take a moment to evaluate your options and see where to find the top surveillance systems in Lincoln.

What’s best for your Lincoln home? Compare the differences between local and cloud storage

Explore the main differences between local and cloud storage to find the right video cameras for your Lincoln home. Here is a quick comparison:

Local storage cameras

• Clips are kept on the camera or an on-site storage tool, so you’re always in charge. 
• You don’t have to worry about a third-party securing your video on remote servers.
• Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription costs.
• Hold on to footage for as long as you need (within storage limits).
• Damage to cameras could result in lost footage.
• MicroSD cards included with cameras and hard drives might come at an extra cost.

Cloud-based storage cameras

• Footage is kept on off-site servers and safeguarded by a third party.
• Video files are still available if cameras are broken.
• Easy to scale to accommodate evolving needs.
• Extra storage devices not needed.
• Typically includes a subscription fee.
• Video can’t be uploaded to the cloud if your internet drops.
• Downloading and uploading video requires ample bandwidth.

If you want tight control over your video, no recurring expenses, and the ability to record without an internet connection, local storage is best. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can often access clips quicker when you’re away from home. 

Many residents choose a hybrid system that lets them send local recordings to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still record locally. If your system is damaged, you can still find your recordings in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the top choice for Lincoln surveillance systems

Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras give you a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage options available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll get it from the respected name in Lincoln smart homes. You may even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly bridged to your security system. You enjoy a constant power source and the ability to situate cameras anywhere you need them without running wires all over your house.

Count on flexibility and strong security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft via audible and visual alerts. You’ll also enjoy wide-angle viewing, night vision, and 4K images with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access through the Vivint app and work seamlessly with the rest of your smart home sensors.

Design your Lincoln smart home with Vivint’s advanced surveillance

Contact (402) 545-5763 today to customize your new Vivint smart home in Lincoln. Our knowledgeable agents are pleased to address any questions you have about local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a solution that provides exceptional security and convenience.