Best baby monitors chosen by parent testers, out of 60+ models on the market

The Maxi-Cosi See Pro Baby Monitor easily connects to your mobile phone device, giving you peace of mind that your baby is always safe and sleeping comfortably. Carly loved that her husband could also view the baby monitor from his phone, which is not possible with a single-screen baby monitor.

Carly also loved the design of this baby monitor, which is aesthetically pleasing, a lovely addition to a nursery, and blends seamlessly with her decor choice. Although it doesn't have a 360-degree view, the wide-angle camera provides brilliant quality and clear enough to see what you need.

You can also upgrade your storage options on the app to save videos and photos directly from the monitor. Some features on the app are free, such as True Cry Detection, but after a few months, you do have to pay for certain features.

It's easy to set up and really impressed our parent tester, Carly, who previously tested the Babymoov Monitor. However, if you'd prefer an app-connected monitor with no in-app purchases, you might prefer the Owlet Dream Sock.

This is currently being tested by our parent tester, Carly

This high-tech modern monitor is not only easy to set up, but it features an impressive high-definition, 7-inch colour LCD screen with 1080p high-definition video that allows you to watch the baby on the parent unit, your smartphone or your tablet. Mum testers found the app very easy to use, with one commenting. "It has an easy-to-use parent unit and app and a pleasant nightlight with variable brightness and various colours."

The camera also has the capacity to pan up to 360 degrees side-to-side, tilt up to 182 degrees up and down, and zoom up to 10 times for maximum visibility of your baby, giving you the clearest view of your little one no matter what room they're in. Parents particularly loved these extra features, including the built-in temperature sensor, with one mum commenting, "I liked the ability to see the temperature and capture pictures/ video of my baby. It has excellent zoom and range plus a clear picture."

The baby monitor will also help your child get to sleep thanks to its soothing melodies and soft ambient sounds, including a trickling stream and white noise—an added feature parents found really helped relax their little one before bedtime. This monitor is an updated version of the VTech RM7764HD, coming with two cameras rather than just one.

While parents were impressed by the camera quality and zoom function, some commented that the range was limited at times when it came to the connection between the parent unit and monitor. This might not be suitable for larger houses where you're regularly far away from your sleeping baby. Some also commented that it doesn't have a long battery life.

If you're looking for a more compact design, you may want to consider a previous model such as the VTech VM924, which has a 5-inch screen or the even smaller 2.8-inch screen on the VTech VM3250.

We tested this product as part of the Mother&Baby Awards 2024, where it won Gold for Best Baby Monitor.

Read our full Vtech RM7766HD review.

If you want to check in on your baby when on the move, you might want to consider this portable and wireless YOO video monitor. The Babymoov YOO Go Plus 5" Video Monitor features its unique Sleep technology mode, which activates the clear screen only when a sound is detected, meaning it will automatically turn on when a baby is fussing or crying.  

Testers liked that the camera and screen are also battery-powered for even more freedom. There is no need to position your monitor according to the closest plug socket and no more electrical cables for little hands to touch. One tester commented, "I love the fact that you can change the camera independently and don’t have to rely on having a power socket close to your child’s sleeping in order to plug in a camera." However, a downside of this is a shorter battery life.

Furthermore, you have the option of connecting up to four cameras to the monitor, meaning you can monitor different rooms at once—ideal if you have more than one little one to monitor and handy with the monitor's large screen.

Thanks to the different attachment accessories included with the monitor, it's also a great baby monitor for taking away with you on your travels, and mums agreed. One tester said, "The different types of attachment are handy for everyone’s situation. This meant you could easily take it away with you with the clip feature and move around the house with it."

The Babymoov YOO Go Plus 5” Video Monitor was awarded Silver for Best Baby Monitor at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Read our full Babymoov YOO Go Plus 5” Video Monitor review.

Our parent tester, Hannah, described the Owlet Dream Sock as 'changing' her life. She loved that it wasn't just a baby monitor but also provided detailed insights on sleep quality, such as deep or light sleep, which made transferring to a cot from a contact nap a lot easier.

Designed as the newer version of the Owlet Smart Sock, the Dream Sock offers real-time health and vital information for parents. It's an innovative medical device that helps to provide peace of mind baby sleeps. It's recognised as medically accurate and safe, as the Dream Sock wraps around the baby's foot with real-time monitoring of pulse rate, oxygen saturation levels, sleep patterns and more.

It also has enhanced features compared to the Smart Sock and has Predictive Sleep Technology that can help predict when your baby is due for a nap. Our tester found she was struggling with naptimes and wake windows, but after using the Dream Sock it got naps 'bang on every time'. You can also monitor your baby from the app on your phone, so you don't need an additional screen to carry around.

The Dream Sock can be hand washed for keeping clean, and the only downside to the Owlet Dream Sock is it can't be used over the age of 18 months like other baby monitors can, such as the Cubio AI Baby Monitor.

Read our Owlet Dream Sock review here.

The Nanit is a truly smart baby monitor, ideal for using if you want a bit more information from your monitor. It allows parents and guardians the ability to see what their baby is doing in real-time as well as recording so you can rewatch it later. Although difficult to set up initially, the smart part comes in when it sends sleep data directly to your smartphone. It means that wherever you are, you can see what is going on in your baby’s crib.

But this isn’t just any smart device: it is one of the most advanced baby cameras available, something our testers loved. As well as alerting you when your baby wakes, this technology also tracks sleep patterns, breathing and room temperature. Our mum tester, Hannah, loved how much peace of mind this monitor gave her. "If I had this product when my first baby was born, it would have saved me hours of stress worrying about his breathing and if he was safe" she said.

This monitor also features a two-way audio system, which allows you to talk to your baby and hear them crying or making noises. Our mum tester Hannah loved this feature, "I found this feature very useful as sometimes using the voice feature gave my baby enough reassurance to re-settle himself without me having to go into the room."

We also love how safe and well-built this baby monitor is. It mounts to the wall, meaning all wires and leads are safely tucked away from your baby's reach. If you're looking for a similar monitor, you might also prefer the Owlet Dream Sock.

The Nanit Pro Camera & Floor Stand was awarded Bronze for Best Baby Monitor at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Read our full Nanit Pro Camera & Floor Stand review.

Being able to talk to your baby and calm them as they stir in the night is a must-have feature for many parents, and it's easy to understand why. Mum Shona says this feature, as well as the moving camera, were very easy to set up with her phone via the HubbleClub app and it allowed her to get on with her day. "I was amazed by how I could move the camera with a simple swipe of the monitor or press option to speak to the baby. I was able to get on with my everyday tasks comfortably around the whole house and able to watch my little man on the way." Shona commented.

Speaking of the high-definition camera, mums were impressed with how good the quality remained day and night, even in a pitch-black room. Mum Jodie commented, "It worked well in a pitch-black bedroom, and I loved that you could move the camera remotely, which meant you didn't need to fiddle with it in the dark next to his head."

Other notable features include the room temperature reading, lullabies, soothing sounds and bedtime stories. Another feature our testers weren't too keen on was the games that can be played on the display screen – an element they found pretty pointless, with mum Carly saying, it was "unnecessary, as I would never allow my baby or toddler to play with the monitor".

While our mum testers were impressed for the most part, one area they wish could be improved was the battery life of this monitor, which didn't last all that long without needing to be plugged in. This, however, didn't put our testers off, with mum Mari commenting, "I think the battery life, once charged in the monitor, is better than another monitor that we have used, and the camera quality is also better, especially in low light," 

Read our full Hubble Connected Nursery Pal review.

This award-winning monitor has the capability to alert you to your baby's sleep habits at night. The AI technology can identify if their face is ever covered in the night as well as detect if they've rolled over so that parents can quickly step in when they need to, giving you much-needed peace of mind. Mum tester Chelsea said "The Cubo Ai has changed my life with my baby as it has made me less anxious about putting my baby to sleep in their own room." Another mum tester, Anna, said, "The covered face and baby rollover function is good and worked well. We don’t have many things in the cot which can cover our baby's face; however, we tested it, and it was very sensitive to the movements."  They also loved how clear the video quality was as well as the adorable design that fits perfectly into any nursery.

As well as impressive safety tech, this baby monitor provides parents with sleep analysis so they can clearly see how well their baby has slept. Mum tester Anna said, “The analytics were good for seeing how our baby sleeps, and I think it would help parents leave a baby to see if they can self-soothe as it determines how long it takes for a baby to go back to sleep."

Mums found the added nightlight a welcome feature during night feeds, helping to soothe the baby. They also liked the fact that you could turn the camera alerts off when you wanted to, which was a welcome adjustment as they became more confident with the baby's sleeping patterns. This allowed parents to have a more undisturbed night of sleep.

If you want an easier setup, you might prefer the Maxi-Cosi See. Some parents found the Cubio's set-up a little tricky, but overall, they were impressed with the quality, two-way function, and sleep analytics.

This baby monitor won Gold in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards Best Baby Monitor category.

Read our full Cubo Ai Plus Smart Baby Monito review.

The Angelcare AC25 Movement Monitor helps to provide peace of mind while your baby is sleeping. It has four sensitivity levels that detect movement, such as breathing, and it lets out an alert if no movement is detected after 20 seconds.

While you might be eager to set up the Angelcare AC25 Movement Monitor, it's worth noting how important it is to read the instructions first. Our Hub Editor, Stephanie, found the monitor repeatedly beeped loudly at her, and the buttons were difficult to navigate. She soon managed to set it up by reading the instructions to work out which button does what.

The monitor also features the option to play lullabies and has a soothing nightlight, which is perfect for those middle-of-the-night feeds.

This product is currently in testing with our Hub Editor, Stephanie

This baby monitor allows you to tilt, pan, and zoom the camera to get a clear view of what's going on in your baby's room. This makes it ideal for older babies who might be moving around a little more.

This, along with the zoom, was a feature our parents loved as it meant they didn't have to go into the baby's room. Mum April says, "the camera is easy to use because once in position, you can change the direction and magnification of the lens from the handheld console. This makes my life easier because if I decide I want to centre the camera differently on the cot mattress, for example, if he is snuggled into a corner, I can change my view of him without having to enter his room (with the monitor in my hand) and manually adjust the view. This has been a helpful feature that I was keen to try out with this model."

There are also several extra features parent testers love, including the temperature sensor that keeps you informed of the temperature of your baby's room. Plus, the adaptive night light and projection light on the baby unit help soothe the baby to sleep. You can choose from 7 different colours of night light or project a starry night onto the ceiling, and even set it to automatically switch on if the monitor detects noise. One mum, however, did find that their house wasn't suited to the projector night light. Mum Samantha said, "We haven’t used the projection as we live in a barn, and the ceilings are too high for the projection to reach. However, it is a nice extra feature to have."

While the range for the monitor and parent screen could be improved, one stand-out feature all parents commented on was the picture quality and clarity. "The picture quality in day parent screen/night vision is extremely clear, and the screen size on the monitor is great, " commented mum Samantha.

This baby monitor won Bronze in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards Best Baby Monitor category.

Read our full VTech 5463 Baby Monitor review.

With features like two-way audio, night vision, and temperature monitoring, the Momcozy BM01 is packed with thoughtful additions to make your life easier. Whether you're monitoring sleep, nap times, or simply checking in with your little one, this monitor offers a user-friendly solution for any household.

Mother&Baby's Features & Reviews Editor, Emily Gilbert, found it very simple to use this monitor with her son Theodore. Coming with a large parent unit, it's simple to pan around the room and zoom in to see baby. "This is especially handy when he’s being particularly wiggly" Emily says.

With the option of being able to purchase an additional camera if needed or if you went on to have another child, the monitor can be used as a split screen for up to four cameras giving you extra value for your money.

Although some parents would prefer to have access to the monitor when outside of the house, tester mum Emily didn’t find it to be a negative. "If we had a babysitter, we felt comfortable that those caring for our child had everything under control and didn’t feel the need to check in. And after all, it did us some good to ‘switch off’ for a little while."

Read our full Momcozy BM01 Video Baby Monitor review.

This baby monitor won Silver in the 2022 Mother&Baby Awards Best Baby Monitor category.

The Babymoov YOO Moov 360° video baby monitor is an award-winning video monitor for parents looking for easy-to-use yet modern technology. All parents who tested loved the quality of the camera, seamlessly adapting between dark and light modes and loved how easily it paired up with their device. The main downside with the camera was its size as mum tester Kasia points out. "The camera itself is quite bulky and takes some space when you take it with you for a weekend away, which we often do." Kasia says.

You can easily calm your baby with the two-way intercom as well as the baby's selection of sounds. While some parents liked that it lit up when it was operating, some parents found it disturbed them and their little ones with the light. Mum tester Ellen said, "I love that the camera has a night light and that you can change the colour and even play music. The signal is very good- we have an old house with thick walls, however, it was no issue picking up the camera on the monitor."

Some of our testers did find some downsides with this product, such as the limited battery life and the lack of safety features compared to other models, such as the Maxi Cosi See Pro, which has up to 10 hours.

Read the full Babymoov YOO Moov 360° Video Baby Monitor review.

The Lollipop's adjustable and bendable stems make for a quick and easy setup in any nursery and are also very easy to install according to our mum testers. "One of the best features is how easy it is to set up really quickly and in any room" commented mum Susie. Mums also loved the quality of the camera, even when displayed on the phone and it was easy to link to the app. The multi-streaming feature supports navigation between multiple camera live views. Instead of owning many tablets, with everything laid out on one single iPad or iPhone, parents can watch all cameras simultaneously and never miss out on anything.

Our mum testers also praised how good this monitor was for crying detection. Tester Amy emphasized the peace of mind provided by notifications for crying, while mum Caity appreciated the ability to monitor her child from a distance without constant app monitoring.

Thanks to its durability, easy set-up, and quality, parents found it easy to take with them when they were away, as it was suitable for a variety of spaces at any angle.

The biggest downside was the monthly payment required to use the app. Our testers felt strongly that this should have been included as the costs really added up.

Read our full Lollipop Baby Camera review.

The Owlet Smart Sock does more than monitor your baby. This monitor tracks your little one's heart rate and oxygen levels all from your smartphone. Mum tester Samantha felt assured in the knowledge that her baby's health is in safe hands, commenting, "I felt like this product gave me peace of mind knowing that if my baby's breathing and oxygen were to fall below the normal range, the owlet base would alarm and notify me - the product comes with an app that you can download easily to your phone or tablet making the information generated each time you use this monitor very interactive." The smart device works by using pulse oximetry, wrapped in a tiny sock, and notifies you immediately if their levels leave pre-set zones.

Battery life seriously impressed our parent testers, as not only did it last well, but it also charged pretty quickly. Mum tester Kimberley said, "Battery life is also impressive. It easily lasts the night and then recharges in 3 hours."

Some of our parent testers found that the sock could be oversensitive at times and that they had some issues connecting it to their Wi-Fi. So, it's worth checking that it's compatible with your home setup before purchasing.

And while it might be on the more expensive side of things when it comes to baby monitors, mums felt it was worth it just for the peace of mind it provided. Mum tester Kimberley adds, "Yes, it is pricey at £269 but this soon becomes a small cost for the peace of mind it gives." You might prefer the newer version of this, which is the Owlet Dream Sock.

Read our full Owlet Smart Sock review.

When your baby is feeding every three hours, and you are tired, it can be so difficult to remember when the next feed is due. This BOIFUN baby monitor makes that easier, with a feeding alarm so you can plan your baby's feed and wait for the monitor to notify you. We like that it has a rechargeable battery and screen saver functions.

Parents really favoured the clear screen option with one of our mum testers saying, "It's a great camera and great size monitor for this money. It's really worth it. We received it yesterday and tested the battery up to max playing lullabies, switching on and off night mode, testing the microphone and speaker etc... It's absolutely great." Most of our testers couldn't praise the battery life and night mode enough.

There is an additional benefit to using the room temperature feature. Our parents were happy that this 'simply does the job'. The camera itself doesn't require Wi-Fi to run, and with good range, it's easy to set up so you can sit back and watch your baby sleeping.

This HelloBaby baby monitor has a clear image, and parents can zoom into their child's bed to get a better look at their snoozing tot. It has an air temperature gauge so you can safely monitor how hot the room is, and it has eight choices of different baby-soothing music. We find this really helpful when little ones wake up at 4 a.m. on a Sunday morning.

While it can be overwhelming with the variety of baby monitors out there, this seems to hit a lot of markers for parents. One of our testers said: "I wasn't looking for lots of fancy extras - though this monitor does have many. It has great picture quality and nice additional fancy features."

Lots of our parent testers commented on how clear the camera screen is, and another highlight was how easy this baby monitor was to use. "Bank balance friendly and straightforward to use," said mum-of-one Lou. Its screen size isn't as big as others, yet it doesn't need Wi-Fi to use, and the sound quality is also good.

The VTech baby monitor is a rechargeable digital baby monitor. It comes with a parent unit that can be used from different rooms in your home. It has a night-view capability, so you can see your little one in the middle of the night without having to switch the lights on. We love that this monitor is loud—pop it next to your partner when you want a lie-in.

Our parent testers commented on the range of this monitor and how pleased they were with the quality no matter where they viewed it around the house. "Excellent monitor," said one tester. I thought the screen may have been too small, but it's definitely not. It has good night vision and sound; it's just fantastic value for money."

Although some parents wanted to see this monitor work without the cable, the VTech VM3254 impressed them with its good sound quality, ease of use and many features to support them.