Wi-Fi Cameras are easier to install and set up compared to Wired Cameras. But they often require subscriptions to get the most out of them, and that can include cloud storage. If you don’t want to pay for a subscription, you will want to choose a camera that supports local storage.
Not all Wi-Fi cameras support local storage. Most would prefer you subscribe to their service and to entice you they might offer a free tier that provides a small amount of cloud storage. But if you don’t need facial and movement recognition, it can be a lot to ask for just to store more video. Also, note that in giving up cloud storage you do run the risk of the camera and all its video being stolen.
That said, read on for a list of Wi-Fi cameras that can store video on microSD cards.
Yi 1080p Home Camera
The Yi 1080p Home Camera made our list of good budget cameras. Don’t let its low price fool you. This Xiaomi-made camera packs respectable features in a low price.
You will find 1080p resolution (as the name implies), two-way audio, night vision, and some intelligence (such as detecting the sound of a baby crying and motion detection). You’ll need to install a dedicated app to see your feeds on your phone or tablet, but you can watch up to four feeds on your desktop. There is no Google Home integration and Alexa support is limited to on/off functionality. More importantly, it lacks two-factor authentication. As we’ve said before, cheap Wi-Fi cameras do have certain drawbacks. This camera offers no cloud storage, but instead, you can use a microSD card to keep your recordings in house.
Sense8 Home Security Camera
If you want to just purchase a Wi-Fi camera without worrying about subscriptions, add-ons, or the need to purchase additional items, then the Sense8 Home Security camera makes a pretty strong case—as long as you’re willing to pay a little more up front.
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Source: How-To Geek
