Internet Protocol cameras, or IP cameras, are more accessible and manageable seeing as they store recorded data via the internet and require no local video storage device. However, storing images or video data via cloud storage does not always come free of charge, which can lead to even more expenses on top of monthly data subscription and equipment costs.
Free online IP camera cloud storage allows users to freely store recorded footage off-site and allows you to download, play, or delete the recordings later, as and when needed. Although most free cloud storage solutions come with a handicap regarding the data amount you can store in a specific timeframe, it can still save companies a pretty penny concerning security and IT-related costs.
Here are some of the top IP camera brands that offer free cloud storage space to their customers.
Brands Offering Free Online IP Camera Cloud Storage
Amazon Cloud Cam
The Amazon Cloud Cam is known for its clear display which offers both day and night vision, so you will be able to monitor any area at any time of the day. With 1080p full HD footage, this camera is often chosen for surveillance purposes as the recordings are high enough quality to pick up on small details.
Not surprisingly, it will work with Alexa and will provide you with notifications when it sees activity. This means you can constantly keep an eye on the monitored area without much effort on your part. The Cloud Cam will stay connected 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and you can watch, download and share the last 24 hours of motion alert video clips for free. More expensive subscription plans will give you access to footage up to a month old.
You also get 30 days of advanced features for free but will have to purchase at least the Basic plan for $6.99 a month to get access to them year-round. The Basic plan will also give you access to video clips for up to 7 days which is valid for three cameras.
Canary
The Canary camera is built for both indoor and outdoor use and offers voice control features through Alexa. Along with its effortless manageability, it provides full HD video footage that covers a vast area thanks to its wide-angle lens.
Extra free features include a smart lens that is equipped for human detection, and a one-touch emergency service accessible from the camera’s app. Furthermore, the camera can be mounted anywhere, and also boasts smart arm/disarm capabilities.
The camera provides 24 hours of free cloud storage, which means you have access to new recordings every single day, making Canary an option if you are looking for reliable security camera cloud storage. However, if you do decide to sign up for a membership deal, you will get access to 30 days of video footage for only $9.99 per month.
Wyze Cam
Although Wyze Cam is a relatively new brand on the market and yet to gain more popularity, it really does see to all of your needs when it comes to display and cloud storage features. It shoots in 1080 HD, is fit for indoor use, and is compatible with Alexa.
Additionally, its night vision can pick up movement up to 30 feet away, which makes it perfect for security purposes. In fact, its motion-detecting technology is able to pinpoint motion in both live stream and playback footage.
The best part is that both the sound and motion detection footage is available with free rolling 14-day cloud storage which can be accessed through the Wyze app. The app is compatible with both Android and iOS devices and will allow you to manage multiple Wyze cameras at once.
Netgear Arlo Pro
This camera is motion-activated, comes with night vision, and is available in a variety of various kits. The kits give you more control over your budget and the number of cameras you purchase.
Additionally, the camera is also weather-resistant, which makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. HD recordings are normally sent via email or on the Netgear app when the camera detects any motion.
The great thing about this camera is that it comes with seven days of free rolling cloud storage, which makes it one of the best cloud storage deals currently on the market. However, there are also subscriptions available if you require longer storage periods for your video footage.
In Conclusion
Although a paid subscription can grant you longer access to recorded or live video footage on your IP cameras, these brands allow you to save on cloud storage costs if you choose to not subscribe right away. Keep in mind that you probably won’t have access to some of the more advanced security features on the apps while using the free plan.
In case you are interested in choosing the best security cameras on the market, we have created a dedicated article that you can find here. Another resource you might find useful is our solutions page for the video surveillance + access control integration.
Bernhard Mehl
Bernhard is the co-founder and CEO of Kisi. His philosophy, "security is awesome," is contagious among tech-enabled companies.
