How to choose a baby monitor

A useful baby monitor fits your daily routine. Decide whether you want to hear your baby, see them on a separate screen, or use a phone app as well.

For listening around the house

Britton BC-50Li audio baby monitor is an audio monitor with rechargeable batteries in both units, a room-temperature display and two-way talk. It may suit you if you want to move either unit between rooms without relying on a nearby outlet. Bebcare Hear audio baby monitor is another audio option, with two-way talk, a nightlight and lullabies. Its baby unit has a different battery arrangement, so check the product information rather than assuming both sets work the same way.

For a separate video screen

Bebcare Motion video baby monitor has a rechargeable parent unit with a 4.3-inch colour screen, night vision and two-way talk. Its camera needs mains power. Consider where the camera will stand and where its cable will run.

For viewing through an app

Bebcare iQ hybrid Wi-Fi video monitor combines a Wi-Fi camera, app viewing and a dedicated parent unit. Check which functions use your phone and home connection, and keep the app and account settings up to date.

Check the details before choosing

Compare power supplies, alerts and controls as well as the picture. Advertised range is a maximum, not a promise for every home: test the connection through your own walls.