New parents, here it is A word of advice: you may not need A baby monitor, as a healthy, hungry baby can squeal in pitches so high-pitched they can bend metal. However, baby monitors can provide high-quality audio and crystal-clear video streams from the camera directly to a standalone device, such as a smartphone or tablet. This means you can move freely around the house while keeping a close eye on your baby as he or she sleeps or plays quietly in his or her crib.
We’ve tested baby monitors ranging from Wi-Fi-powered to radio-powered and even audio-only ones, and we’ve taken into account design, features, and picture and audio quality to determine which ones are worth buying. Here are the best baby monitors that can keep a close eye on your little one.
Be sure to check out our other baby gear guides including the best strollers, best breast pumps, best baby gear, and best baby carriers.
Updated September 2024: We added the Harbor Baby Monitor as a new option and mentioned the Vava Baby Monitor as an honorable mention. We also removed the Hubble Nursery Pal Premium and Pal Dual Vision as options due to availability issues.
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Adrienne So contributed to this guide.