When you are the parent of a newborn there are few things as important as knowing that you will be there when your baby needs you. It's no wonder that a baby monitor appears on the shopping list when expecting a baby. But we must not make the mistake of buying the most expensive, assuming that it will be the best: this is a purchase where you need to think about what features you really need and what you don't.
All baby monitors should have a minimum clear sound quality, good range and signal strength (which manufacturers often exaggerate), especially if you have a large house or garden where you hang out. If you want to see your child, as well as hear him, you will need a video monitor. Or maybe you'll be more reassured by the motion sensor, although for some people this just causes more anxiety.
Other features, which you may or may not want, include lullabies, temperature sensors, night lights, light shows, feeding timers, and intercoms Want to use it with a standalone unit or with your phone or tablet?
When buying a baby monitor you have to take into account some important characteristics. First, the range of the system, which is usually measured in meters. If the baby's room is more than a few feet from the main room, you may need a model with a longer reach.
In addition, there are some aspects to consider regarding the quality of video and audio. Most baby monitors produce a medium-quality video image in color, but there are some high-end ones that offer HD resolution. For audio, it's important to make sure the baby monitor has a sensitive microphone so you can hear the baby's sounds.
Another thing to consider is the system's ability to capture images or video in the dark. High-end baby monitors have the ability to use infrared lights to capture images in the dark.
Finally, you need to make sure that the baby monitor has a good autonomy to avoid having to recharge the battery constantly.
In summary, the key things to consider when buying a baby monitor are range, video and audio quality, the ability to record in the dark, and battery life.
Many variables to take into account, so from El Comprador de La Vanguardia we offer you 4 of the baby monitor models with different characteristics for families with different needs.
This baby monitor is one of the most complete on the market and has a wide variety of functions, excellent coverage and a wonderful 3.5-inch screen. It's not cheap, but it's a very versatile choice.
It can move vertically and horizontally from the monitor to adjust the viewing angle to your needs, and its auto-follow function allows the camera to automatically follow the baby to keep it centered on the screen at all times without manually adjusting it.
Its 320 x 240 pixel resolution monitor offers excellent image quality and the possibility of performing x2 digital zoom on the small one. In addition, it has night vision with automatic activation when it detects that there is little light in the room.
It includes a walkie-talkie function to communicate with the baby, 3 lullabies that you can activate from the monitor, and a sensor with a customizable temperature warning in case the maximum or minimum temperature is exceeded.
But the extras in this baby monitor do not end here. Another useful tool is the feeding alarm that you can set to notify you when it's time to feed your little one. It also incorporates the VOX sleep mode for motion and sound detection, therefore the screen and the audio will turn on only when the child moves or there is noise in the room. This sleep mode allows the autonomy of the monitor to increase and reach up to 6 hours.
In addition, its range is extraordinary, almost 30 meters, with four walls in between, and it has a signal that alerts you in case of loss of coverage. An expensive device but with excellent features. Ideal for large houses.
If you are an active father or mother and want to have your baby monitored from anywhere, this Philips baby monitor is ideal for you. Your camera connects to the WiFi network so you can keep an eye on your little one from your mobile or tablet using an application.
The quality of the WiFi network that reaches the baby's room is essential to get the best performance out of it. If you have a good connection, it is an excellent option due to its reliability and ease of use. The camera can be moved manually in both axes to adjust the viewing angle, and the image quality is really good (HD 720p). Furthermore, if the application detects that the Internet connection on your mobile is weak, it automatically adjusts the audio and video quality so that you can continue to see your little one.
The application can be installed on 3 mobile devices at the same time, a great advantage for grandparents who want to check on the little one from time to time. But thanks to its privacy mode, you decide who can connect and when.
The Avent ugrow Smart also has temperature and humidity control, automatic night vision, 10 lullabies and night lights of various colors, walkie-talkie function, and the ability to take and save photos at any time.
Its 2.4-inch screen can be magnified 2 times so you can see baby's activities more clearly. This model is a perfect option for parents who want to keep their child under control. Although its price and size are small, it should be remembered that the camera includes infrared night vision and a microphone to listen to the baby.
The maximum range of the monitor is about 300 meters thanks to reliable 2.4 GHz wireless technology.
This model also has most of the extras present in much more expensive models, such as a walkie-talkie function, low radiation and energy-saving VOX mode, the option of remotely activating up to 4 different lullabies to help you fall asleep, two-way conversation and room temperature monitoring. This system is expandable up to 4 cameras.
This baby monitor without a camera but with an incomparable range is perfect for experienced parents who don't need to watch their baby constantly and for very large homes.
If you only want to hear if your baby wakes up or cries at night, this is surely the most functional and economical option, as well as one of the most recommended baby monitors by pediatricians.
One of its best features is the sound quality. It has great clarity and the microphone is highly sensitive.
Its range is 300 meters without obstacles (about 35 meters with 4 walls) and it works using DECT technology, which guarantees excellent sound quality, low interference and the security that it will not be heard on other devices.
The LCD screen of the monitor is 1.5 inches and shows the battery level, the quality of the connection and the temperature of the baby's room, very useful to know if we should shelter him more or less. In addition, it also incorporates the walkie talkie function, and the possibility of activating up to 5 lullabies from the baby unit.
*Prices updated as of February 28, 2023
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