Should you use a security camera with local storage?

Surveillance cameras with local storage provide families an array of benefits. One notable advantage is the ability to maintain complete control of your video. Your recordings aren’t sent to the cloud. Instead, they’re saved directly on the surveillance device or on another in-home device. Continue reading to weigh your options and find where to find the top surveillance systems in Minneapolis.

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

Explore the differences between local and cloud storage to choose the right surveillance cameras for your Minneapolis home. Here’s our quick comparison:

Local storage security cameras

• Footage is kept on the camera or local storage system, so you’re always in charge. 
• You don’t have to worry about third-party access and off-site servers.
• Cameras keep recording even if internet or Wi-Fi goes down.
• You don’t have to deal with monthly subscription charges.
• Save footage as long as you need (contingent on storage capacity).
• Vandalism of cameras could result in loss of footage.
• Hard drives and microSD cards inside cameras may cost extra.

Cloud-based storage cameras

• Recordings are saved to remote servers and protected by a third party.
• Video are still available if cameras are broken.
• Simple to scale to match evolving needs.
• No on-site hardware required.
• Usually requires ongoing subscription costs.
• Video won’t save to the cloud if you lose internet connection.
• Uploading and downloading video requires a good amount of bandwidth.

If you want tight control over your video, no subscription expenses, and the ability to record without being online, local storage is best. Note that cloud-based systems can sometimes access videos faster when you’re not at home. 

Many residents choose a hybrid approach that lets them back up local footage to the cloud. If the internet drops, you can still record locally. If your system is vandalized, you can still access your recordings in the cloud.

Why Vivint is the right choice for Minneapolis surveillance systems

Vivint’s state-of-the-art surveillance cameras offer a hybrid approach with both cloud and local storage available. Flexibility is important, and you’ll get it from the respected name in Minneapolis smart homes. You can even get a hybrid installation with cameras wired into your home’s electrical system and wirelessly bridged to your smart security. You benefit from a constant power source and the freedom to place cameras anywhere you need them, without running wires throughout your house.

Count on flexibility and powerful security with outdoor cameras that proactively deter theft through sound and light. You’ll also benefit from wide viewing angles, night vision, and 4K video with zoom capabilities. Vivint’s cameras are easy to access on the Vivint app and integrate seamlessly with the rest of your smart home devices.

Customize your Minneapolis smart home with Vivint’s modern surveillance cameras

Contact (612) 662-1765 today to design your new Vivint smart home in Minneapolis. Our knowledgeable staff are pleased to address any questions you have regarding cloud-based and local camera storage. We’ll help you find a system that delivers outstanding convenience and security.