Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Home security cameras with local storage offer families an array of benefits. One important perk is the ability to maintain control of your video. Your recordings don’t get sent to the cloud. Rather, they’re saved right on the surveillance camera or on a separate on-site storage device. Keep reading to weigh your options and see where to get the best surveillance systems in El Paso.

What’s the right choice for your El Paso home? See how local and cloud storage differ

Explore the key differences between local and cloud storage to determine the best security cameras for your El Paso home. Here is a quick breakdown:

Local storage security cameras

• Footage is saved on the camera or local storage device, keeping you in complete control. 
• You won’t have to stress about a third-party protecting your footage on remote servers.
• Cameras keep recording even if Wi-Fi or internet stops working.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription fees.
• Hold on to footage as long as you like (within storage limits).
• Damage to cameras could result in lost footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards incorporated into cameras might cost extra.

Cloud storage cameras

• Footage is saved to cloud servers and safeguarded by a third party.
• Video files remain accessible if cameras are damaged.
• Easy to scale to meet different needs.
• No on-site hardware necessary.
• Usually includes ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t save to the cloud if your internet goes down.
• Uploads and downloads require a good amount of bandwidth.

If you prefer total control over your recordings, no recurring expenses, and the freedom to record without internet access, local storage is a good choice. Just remember that if you plan to frequently view footage remotely, cloud-based systems may be speedier. 

Many families choose a hybrid plan that lets them upload video to the cloud. If the internet goes down, you may still record locally. If your system is damaged, you can still retrieve your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the top choice for El Paso security cameras

Vivint’s state-of-the-art video cameras provide many possibilities with both local and cloud storage options available. What you need is flexibility, and you’ll get it from the trusted name in El Paso smart homes. You can even choose a hybrid configuration with cameras wired into your home’s electricity and wirelessly linked to your smart security. You benefit from a reliable power source and the freedom to situate cameras wherever you need them without running wires throughout your house.

You’ll have flexibility and robust security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter crime via light and sound. You’ll also get broad viewing angles, night vision, and 4K images with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access on the Vivint app and work in harmony with other smart home components.

Equip your El Paso smart home with Vivint’s advanced video cameras

Call (915) 465-3064 today to design your new Vivint smart home in El Paso. Our helpful agents will gladly answer any questions you have about local and cloud-based camera storage. We’ll help you design a system that provides unbeatable security and convenience.