Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Security cameras with local storage provide families an array of benefits. One major advantage is the chance to maintain control of your footage. Your clips don’t get sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re stored right on the surveillance camera or on a separate in-home device. Keep reading to weigh your options and see where to find the leading surveillance systems in Mesa.

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

Learn about the key differences between local and cloud storage to choose the ideal security cameras for your Mesa home. Review our quick breakdown:

Cameras with local storage

• Recordings are stored on the camera or local storage device, so you’re always in complete control. 
• You won’t have to worry about off-site servers and third-party access.
• Cameras can still record even if internet or Wi-Fi stops working.
• You don’t have to pay monthly subscription costs.
• Hold on to footage as long as you like (within storage limits).
• Damage to cameras can result in loss of footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards incorporated into cameras may come at an extra cost.

Cameras with cloud-based storage

• Recordings are sent to off-site servers and protected by a third party.
• Video clips are still available if cameras are damaged.
• Simple to scale to meet changing needs.
• Additional storage hardware not required.
• Generally comes with a subscription fee.
• Video won’t upload to the cloud if your internet goes down.
• Uploading and downloading video requires ample bandwidth.

If you’re looking for tight control over your recordings, no subscription fees, and the ability to record without an internet connection, local storage is best. Keep in mind that cloud-based systems can often retrieve recordings faster when you’re away from home. 

Many families go with a hybrid system that allows them to upload local video to the cloud. If the internet drops, you may still save locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still find your footage in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the smart choice for Mesa security cameras

Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras give you a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is essential, and you’ll get it from the respected name in Mesa 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 opportunity to mount cameras anywhere you need them without running wires throughout your house.

Count on flexibility and robust security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter prowlers via light and sound. You’ll also benefit from 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 components.

Equip your Mesa smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras

Contact (480) 568-6350 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Mesa. Our skilled representatives can answer any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you find a system that provides unbeatable security and peace of mind.