Baby monitors are a very useful way to make it easier to keep an eye (or ear) on them and provide you with extra assurance that your baby’s sleep space is still safe. It is important to note that they are not recommended to be used as the only way of supervising your baby, and that regular check-ins are still required. As mentioned in our “What Are The Different Types Of Baby Monitors And Are They Safe?” blog, there are a variety of different types of monitors available on the market, each with a slightly different purpose. They vary from audio only, to audio and visual as well as movement monitors and baby vital monitors.     

At Precious Cargo, we have 8 reputable brands available for sale namely; Angelcare, BabyWombWorld, ErgoPouch, VTech, Hubble, Snuza, Owlet and Maxi Cosi.

WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING FOR A MONITOR?

The choice regarding the type of monitor you select is a personal one and should be made based on what will suit your needs best. There are however some things to take into consideration: ·         

1. How much do you plan to spend on a monitor?   
   Monitors range from approximately R850-R13499        
2. What type of visual and sound clarity would you require? 
   The choice of signal (i.e. analogue, digital or Wi-Fi monitor) as well as the resolution of the camera can impact the clarity of the picture and sound you receive on your parental unit.        
3. What type of setting do you stay in?     
   Some houses have thicker walls which may result in signal difficulties.     
   If your house is large and/or double storey, the signal may not extend to both ends.         
4. If you are wanting to use a Wi-Fi based monitor, is the speed and stability of connection consistent?   
   A stable and secure Wi-Fi network is needed to make sure you are able to access the monitor's app at all times and reduce the chance of someone hacking your monitor. For more information on this, read our blog “Can my Wi-Fi monitor be hacked?”    
5. Will you be travelling frequently and need a monitor which is more portable and does not rely on electricity?  Certain monitors only use batteries and therefore do not require electricity which is helpful when travelling or during power cuts. For some monitors, the nursery unit relies on electricity. With load shedding, it is a good idea to invest in a power bank or inverter to keep your monitor on at all times.
   
6. How long do you want to monitor your baby for?     
   Are you planning on using it only for the first few months or the first few years? 
7. Where will they be sleeping and napping?    
   If they are going to be sleeping in your room, you may not need an audio or visual monitor but rather want to be able to track their breathing motion.  If your baby's bedroom is far from your living areas, you may not be able to hear your baby crying without the aid of a monitor.        
8. Are there specific features you would like on the monitor?
   Extra features such as night vision, room temperature or infant skin temperature are not necessarily standard features of all monitors.

ANGELCARE MONITORS

The AC25 Baby Movement Monitor with Video and Sound employs an innovative wireless Movement Sensor Pad that detects even the slightest movements. If no movement is detected after 20 seconds, an alarm will sound on the parent unit, ensuring immediate awareness. This monitor enhances security by operating without Wi-Fi, and it is effective up to 150 meters. Additional features include a convenient nightlight and lullaby function, two-way talk-back capability, room temperature display, and a large 4.3” LCD screen with push button operation.

BABYWOMBWORLD MONITORS

BabyWombWorld offers four different monitors, all of which are stocked at Precious Cargo. These monitors offer audio and video capabilities with the choice of using a parent unit or your smart device to view. The BabyWombWorld monitors differ in that they do not have a movement monitor component to them.

BABYWOMBWORLD VIDEO BABY MONITOR BWW603

The BabyWombWorld video monitor BWW603 allows you to clearly see and hear your baby on an 8cm (3.2") colour LCD screen. This monitor allows two-way communication with your baby when you are in a different room. as well as. It also provides additional features such as room temperature indication on the parent unit and the ability to play 8 different lullabies. The parent unit operates using a rechargeable battery which makes it convenient when moving from room to room.    

How does it work? 

A camera mounted to a wall in the nursery makes use of infrared-night vision to provide you with a clear video of your baby on the portable parent unit. This is achieved using 2.4GHz digital transmission which also assists in reducing the amount of interference. The camera can be manually tilted 60° or rotated 360° to help you find the best view of your infant.

The video baby monitor comes with a VOX function which you can enable or disable. If the VOX setting is activated, the device will only transmit sound to the parent unit when it is detected. This helps your parent unit last longer as it saves power.    If the VOX setting is deactivated, the device will pick up all sounds and continuously transmit them to the parent unit. 

Advantages of The BabyWombWorld Video Monitor:

• Audio and video monitor
• Infrared night vision
• The long-distance signal gives clear video and audio that will cover most big double story South African houses. 
  
• Monitors room’s temperature
  
• Two-way talk back feature
• 8 built in lullabies

• No movement / breathing pad
• The camera requires you to manually move it and therefore may make it difficult to see your baby if they have moved out of range.  

BABYWOMBWORLD 3.2" ROTATING VIDEO BABY MONITOR BWW802

The BabyWombWorld rotating video monitor is a rotating video baby monitor with audio and night vision and a 3.2" parent unit screen. It features a 2.4 GHz Wireless Baby Monitor, so you’ll be able to hear and see your baby clearly with the large colour LCD display and high- resolution digital video streaming. The camera can be manually tilted 60°or rotated 360° for the perfect view and the infrared night vision switches on automatically in low light allowing you to keep a close eye on your baby overnight.

How does it work? 

The long-distance bluetooth signal gives clear video and audio that will cover most big double story South African houses. The parent unit is portable on battery power (cable and plug free), so you can relax in another room or in the garden without the need to keep checking. When using the optional VOX (sound activated) function the battery life is even longer. Both units also have mains adaptors for always-on operation and charging. 

Advantages of The BabyWombWorld Rotating Video Camera:        

• You are able to remotely reposition the camera which can be tilted 60°or rotated 360° for the perfect view 
• Long-distance signal 
  
• Energy saving on VOX mode. 
• Room temperature is displayed on the parent unit, so you can be sure your baby isn’t too hot or too cold. 
  
• Two-way talk back and lullaby feature to soothe your baby 
• 320 * 240 pixels display on the parent unit
  

Disadvantages of The BabyWombWorld Rotating Video Camera:       

• The nursery unit requires a power bank to work during load shedding

BABYWOMBWORLD WI-FI VIDEO BABY MONITOR & NANNY CAMERA WITH SOUND BWW360

The Babywombworld WiFi Video Baby Monitor and Nanny Camera BWW360 allows you to monitor your baby wherever you are. You can watch, listen and talk to your baby via the Wi-Fi connection to your nanny cam using our iPhone, Android, Windows device, tablet or PC.

How does it work?

The BWW360 has easy Plug and Play Setup using a wireless network or cable. It requires a Wi-Fi network with internet in order for you to access videos remotely. After downloading the app onto your smart device, a QR code is used to link the camera and your device. The camera must be within 10m of the Wi-Fi router to work.

Advantages of The BabyWombWorld BWW360:

• It has 2 MP lens which provides high quality HD images and recording at day and night 
• Two-way audio allows you to listen and talk back to your baby
• Alarm video push technology alerts you when activity is detected
• Remote camera movement allows you to pan 355 degrees and Tilt 90 degrees 
• Support mobile view from anywhere (IOS and Android)
• Video footage can be recorded on an SD card (not included) or using cloud storage (additional cost). ·    
• There is no limit on the number of cameras you can add to the app.    

Disadvantages of The BabyWombWorld Nanny Camera:        

• The camera requires a stable Wi-Fi and internet connection in order to work.
• There is no separate parent unit so you need to use your phone to view the footage  
• Have a look at our “Can a Wi-Fi Monitor be Hacked blog?” to ensure your monitor is safe.

BABYWOMBWORLD VIDEO BABY MONITOR BWW610W610

With The BabyWombWorld 2.4 GHz Wireless Baby Monitor, you’ll be able to hear and see your baby clearly with the 2.0” colour LCD display and high- resolution digital video streaming. The long-distance signal gives clear video and audio that will cover most big double story South African houses. High intensity infrared LED’s enable you to have a clear picture of your child in a dark room. It also has Room temperature display and two-way talkback function. Easy Plug and play set up with no WiFi required.

How Does It Work?

The Camera makes use of 6 high intensity infrared LED’s to provide you with a clear video of your baby on the portable parent unit. This is achieved using 2.4GHz digital transmission which also assists in reducing the amount of interference. The video baby monitor comes with a VOX function which you can enable or disable. If the VOX setting is activated, the device will only transmit sound to the parent unit when it is detected. This helps your parent unit last longer as it saves power. If the VOX setting is deactivated, the device will pick up all sounds and continuously transmit them to the parent unit. 

Advantages of The BabyWombWorld Video Baby Monitor BWW610:

• Quite affordable, compact, and portable
• it doesn't need WiFi for use so it can be used anywhere
• Two-way audio allows you to listen and talk back to your baby
  
• It has an impressive 260m range so it works well in bigger houses
• Infrared night vision and room temperature display

• Quite a small screen on the parent unit
• Picture quality is average
• The nursery unit requires a power bank to work during load shedding
  
• You aren't able to view the camera footage through an app or go back on previous footage

BABYWOMBWORLD VIDEO TWIN BABY MONITOR BWW605

Keep an eye on your baby/babies' safety and comfort with the BabyWombWorld 2.4 GHz Wireless Baby Monitor. This advanced monitor offers 2 cameras, making it perfect for twins or singletons. It has a large color LCD display and high-resolution digital video streaming, providing clear visuals and audio to keep an eye on your little one/s at all times. The 2.4” colour TFT LCD screen with 320*240 pixels provides excellent clarity, making it an ideal choice for new parents.

How Does It Work?

The cameras can be manually tilted 60° and rotated 360° for the perfect view on both babies/children. Infrared night vision automatically activates in low light conditions, ensuring you can monitor your baby overnight. The portable parent unit operates on battery power making it portable in every room. The optional VOX (sound-activated) function extends battery life by only allowing sound to come through when sound is detected on the camera. The parent unit displays the room temperature and the Two-Way Talkback function allows you to soothe and reassure your baby back to sleep without entering the room. 

Advantages of the BabyWombWorld Twin Video Baby Monitor BWW605:

• 2 cameras that can view 2 different areas/angles of a room/s
• Manually angle adjustable for the perfect view
• Infrared night vision
• Optional VOX function to save battery
•  It has an impressive 260m range so it works well in bigger houses
• It doesn't need Wifi making it usable wherever you are
• The cameras can be used in different rooms and even houses as they can work independently of eachother

• Small screen on the parent unit
• You cannot view both cameras at the same time on the parent unit (no split-screen option)
• The cameras do not have rechargeable batteries so need a power bank during loadshedding
• There is no app so you cannot view the cameras on your phone or view past footage

ERGOPOUCH DRIFT HOME

The ErgoPouch Drift Home Baby Monitor and Smart TOG Guide is a no Wi-Fi, low EMF risk, baby monitor that features a built-in Smart TOG Guide to make real-time dressing recommendations based on the temperature of your baby's room. It features sound, temperature and feeding/nappy change notifications as well as an integrated night-light and sound machine. Parents can view real-time video footage on the parent unit at any time, including at night with night vision and gives up to 36 hours of battery life. 

How Does It Work?

The ErgoPouch Drift Home Baby Monitor detects the temperature of your baby's room and provides you with real-time suggestions of how you should dress your baby to ensure they are not too hot or too cold. For example: If the room temperature is 20 degrees Celsius- The monitor will advise that you dress your baby in a 2.5 TOG Sleeping bag/cocoon swaddle along with a 0.2 TOG layer and short leave vest. 

The monitor does not work with WiFi, instead it uses radio frequency which reduces your family's exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs). Drift Home operates on a digital RF 2.4GHz' frequency, a low level of non-iodised radio EMF's that is considered safe and not harmful to your family's health. Eliminating the need for WiFi also makes the monitor transportable for holidays and trips to places that don't have WiFi.

The monitor comes with a 360° Pan & Tilt Camera that can be zoomed in and out for a full view of your baby. The camera also features Auto night vision with 2m of clear vision in rooms up to 6m and invisible infrared LED to protect babies’ eyes at night. It also has a built-in sound machine with 5 sounds: White Noise, Heartbeat, Fan, Rainforest and Ocean, as well as a night light with 3 different colours. 

The Camera and monitor have a high range of up to 300 meters and 2-way talk back audio.

Advantages of the ErgoPouch Drift Home Baby Monitor: 

• Low EMF exposure- RF 2.4 GHz  
• No need for WiFi making it perfect for travelling or for use in places with no WiFi
• Real-time dressing recommendations to ensure your baby isn't too hot or too cold
• Perfect for use with the full range of ErgoPouch's TOG-rated sleep wear
• Camera has an integrated night light and sound machine
• Camera can zoom, pan, and tilt 
• Camera changes over to night vision automatically when its dark 
• Night vision has invisible infrared LED to protect your babies eyes
• Parent unit has a rechargeable battery with up to 34 hours of battery life in ECO mode 
• High range of up to 300m 
• Wall mount included so camera can be mounted on the wall or placed on a flat surface
• Sound, temperature and feeding/nappy change notifications
  
• 2-way talk back audio to soothe your baby when they're unsettled
  

Disadvantages of the ErgoPouch Drift Home Baby Monitor: 

• No app so you cannot view video footage on your phone when you are not at home 
• Camera needs to be plugged in at all times so you would need to plug it into a power bank for use in load shedding or power outages

HUBBLE MONITORS

Hubble offers smart baby monitors with real time alerts and insight on the HubbleClub app. Precious Cargo offer 5 Hubble monitors all with their own unique features and capabilities that will give parents peace of mind at home and away from home with the HubbleClub app.

HUBBLE ECLIPSE+ SMART WIFI AUDIO MONITOR & BLUETOOTH SPEAKER

The Hubble Eclipse+ is equipped with a multi-color night light, LED digital clock, preloaded lullabies, soothing sounds and audio stories, and audio monitoring capabilities. Portable and rechargeable with a smart charging dock. Help your baby develop strong sleep habits with the Smart Sleep Trainer function, which allows you to create customized “time to sleep” and “time to rise” routines for your child with personalized color and sound selection which will allow children to associate sounds and colors with bedtime and daytime, establishing healthy sleep habits that will help build consistency in their waking and resting cycles.

How Does It Work?

The Eclipse+ doubles as a Audio WIFi Monitor that can be used with the HubbleClub app and is compatible with both iOS and Android smart devices. Stream any sound of your choice and play it over Eclipse’s Bluetooth speaker and Play nursery rhymes for baby, relaxing tracks for you, nature sounds to foster a peaceful ambience at home or on-the-go with Eclipse+ ‘s rechargeable and portable benefits. The Eclipse+ has a built-in Sleep Training feature as well as a night light where you can choose from a multitude of color options and use it to mimic sunlight, a night lamp, or any hue of your choice. Experience two-way communication with your toddler with the ConnectChatTM feature. It is portable and rechargeable. 

Advantages of the Hubble Eclipse+: 

• Audio monitor (to hear your child) that doubles up as a bluetooth speaker
• Stories, nature sounds, white noise, and lullabies available through the HubbleClub app
• Built-in night light with many colour choices 
• Smart Sleep trainer function to help your child develop healthy sleep habits
• Set your own schedule through the app to display/play different lights and sounds at different times
• It is rechargeable so it can be used during loadshedding
• LED clock display

• It does not have a camera
• You need to upgrade to a HubbleClub subscription to access all the available features.
  

HUBBLE NURSERY PAL CLOUD WIFI VIDEO MONITOR

Digitally zoom and pan/tilt from the 5” smart parent unit to maintain the perfect view of your little one. Track climate conditions with the room temperature monitor and soothe your baby with the sweet sound of your voice using two-way talk communication. Preloaded nature sounds, lullabies, and bedside stories gently lull your baby to sleep, while the 7-color night light and sleep trainer ensure that sleep brings them peaceful, pleasant dreams. Download the HubbleClub App and view your baby on your phone from anywhere whether at home or away.

How Does It Work?

Hubble's Nursery Pal Cloud comes with a Wi-Fi baby camera that allows you to monitor your child in real time via the HubbleClub app. It comes equipped with a built-in night light and sleep trainer that naturally alerts your mind when it's time to sleep and wake up, providing parents and children with a full night’s rest.

With the impressive 5" color screen, you will get to enjoy crystal clear live feeds whether it's day or night.

Digital pan, tilt and zoom is controlled by the parent unit itself, so you can move the camera view around remotely. Two-way talk is just a button away so you can talk to your child from another part of the house. Download the HubbleClub App to get the most out of Nursery Pal Cloud. Upgrade to a HubbleClub subscription to access more features, including room temperature tracking via smart device and preloaded lullabies, soothing sounds and bedtime stories. The Full-HD, 1080p resolution and pristine infrared night vision afford crystal clear monitoring, even in total darkness. The camera can be mounted to the wall or placed on a flat surface with the flexible magnetic mount.

Advantages of the Hubble Nursery Pal Cloud: 

• Parent unit for viewing at home and HubbleClub app for viewing when away from home
• Excellent high resolution image in the day and during the night
• Motion detection feature to alert you when movement is picked up on the camera
• It can be used with or without wifi. The parent unit connects to the camera without wifi 
• Night light built into the camera 
• Pan, tilt, and zoom from the parent unit
• Records and stores footage so you can go back to view at a later stage
• Access to preloaded lullabies, soothing sounds and bedtime stories through the HubbleClub app

Disadvantages of the Hubble Nursery Pal Cloud: 

• The camera needs a power bank to work during loadshedding- it is not rechargeable 
• You need to upgrade to a HubbleClub subscription to access all the available features.
  

HUBBLE NURSERY PAL DUAL VISION WI-FI VIDEO MONITOR

The Hubble Nursery Pal Dual Vision is a smart, high-definition baby monitor that features dual cameras, allowing for normal and wide-angle views from the same device making it perfect for siblings or twins in the same room. Conveniently adjust either lens with remote pan, tilt and zoom functions to secure the perfect view. Monitor your child in their crib, while using the wide angle lens to monitor the rest of the nursery. 

Using AI Motion Tracking, the bottom camera automatically follows the movement of the selected person by panning and tilting, allowing parents to keep an eye on their little one as they move around the room.

View the camera through the parent unit or through the HubbleClub app on your phone.

How Does It Work?

Hubble's Nursery Pal Dual Vision monitor comes with a Wi-Fi baby camera (featuring 2 individual lenses) that allows you to monitor your child/ren in real time via the HubbleClub app or parent unit. It features dual cameras, allowing for normal and wide-angle views from the same device. Conveniently adjust either lens with remote pan, tilt and zoom functions to secure the perfect view. With the impressive 5" color screen, you will get to enjoy crystal clear live feeds whether it's day or night. Digital pan, tilt and zoom is controlled by the parent unit itself, so you can move the camera view around remotely. Two-way talk is just a button away so you can talk to your child from another part of the house. Download the HubbleClub App to get the most out of the monitor. Upgrade to a HubbleClub subscription to access more features, including room temperature tracking via smart device and preloaded lullabies, soothing sounds and bedtime stories. The Full-HD, 1080p resolution and pristine infrared night vision afford crystal clear monitoring, even in total darkness. The camera can be mounted to the wall or placed on a flat surface.

Advantages of the Hubble Nursery Pal Dual Vision: 

• 2 cameras in one unit to view 2 different areas of the room
• Split screen ability on the parent unit so you can view both cameras at the same time
• AI Motion Tracking on the bottom camera allows automatic tracking of the child in the room
  
• High definition resolution both day and night
• Built-in Sleep Routine Management feature through the HubbleClub App
  
• Access to preloaded lullabies, soothing sounds and bedtime stories through the HubbleClub app
  
• Store video recordings, screen captures, and footage through the HubbleClub App
• Baby Zone function focuses on a specific area and alerts you if movement is detected or if baby moves out of the dedicated area

Disadvantages of the Hubble Nursery Pal Dual Vision: 

• The camera needs to be connected to a power source so you need a power bank for use during loadshedding 
• When used in split screen mode- it crops the full image of the cameras 
• No built-in night light like other monitors

HUBBLE SKYVISION AI PRO SMART VIDEO MONITOR

The Hubble SkyVision AI Pro Smart Baby Monitor offers advanced technology, convenience, and entertainment with built in AI features such as the latest AI monitoring technology, including Covered Face/Roll Over Alert, Advanced Sleep Analytics, Baby Eye Wellness Tracker, and Precious Baby Moments. The high resolution 5" touch screen parent unit doubles up as an entertainment console with preloaded games and videos to entertain your little one. It also comes with a crib mount so you can mount the camera over your baby's crib for the perfect bird's eye view.

How Does It Work?

Hubble's SkyVision AI Pro Smart Video monitor comes with a Wi-Fi baby camera that can be mounted either on a flat surface or with the included crib mount that attaches to your baby's crib for a perfect view of your baby. The camera allows you to monitor your baby in real time via the HubbleClub app on your phone or the 5" touch screen parent unit. 

The camera is equipped with remote pan, tilt and zoom functions that can be controlled on the parent unit to secure the perfect view. The camera provides crystal clear high resolution whether its day or night time. Two-way talk is just a button away so you can talk to your child from another part of the house. 

Download the HubbleClub App to get the most out of the monitor and the latest AI features such as covered face alerts, rollover alerts, cry detection, activity alerts, and advanced sleep insights (how long baby slept, what position they slept in, and overall sleep quality). 

Advantages of the Hubble SkyVision AI Pro: 

• Adjustable crib mount for camera to provide full birds eye view of cot
• Flexible desk mount for camera if not using the crib mount
• AI intelligent features- Covered face alert, Sleep Analytics, and Baby Eye Wellness Tracker
• 7-color night light and soothing sounds, lullabies and stories
  
• Sleep trainer 
• Large 5" Touch screen parent unit with Full HD 1080p 
• 7 Hour battery life on parent unit
• Parent unit doubles up as an entertainment console, with preloaded games and videos
• Real-time notifications of abnormal movement, sound detection and room temperature.
  
• Baby Zone function focuses on a specific area and alerts you if movement is detected or if baby moves out of the dedicated area
  

• The camera needs to be connected to a power source so you need a power bank for use during loadshedding 
  
• Subscription fee must be paid to make use of all the features on the Hubble app

MAXI COSI CONNECTED HOME MONITORS

The Maxi Cosi Connected Home is a stylish range of smart sensory nursery products that connect via one easy-to-use Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app. Smart baby products designed to watch over, comfort and soothe your baby, and give you peace of mind. There are two baby monitors in the range featuring advanced smart technology along with various other devices such as a humidifier, purifier, and a night light and sound machine.

MAXI COSI SEE BABY MONITOR

The Maxi Cosi See Baby Monitor connects to your phone via wifi where you can view your baby through the Maxi Cosi Connected Home app. Keep a close eye on your little one at any time, with day & night vision and never miss a moment with HD live streaming, remote-controlled pan, tilt & zoom. Safe & secure, streaming data which is fully encrypted so your family moments remain private. You can relax knowing you’ll be notified of any movement, sound, temperature or humidity changes via the app. All the Maxi Cosi Connected Home products have been made to work together using advanced smart technology. 

How Does It Work?

The See Baby Monitor has advanced smart technology. Wherever you are, you have the option to be notified of any movement, sound, temperature or humidity changes in the nursery. A range of smart sensors enable Connected Home products to seamlessly interact with each other, for example when the Baby Monitor senses your baby is waking, it can automatically turn on the Soothe Light & Sound, to comfort your little one. All controlled through the Connected Home app or voice activated via Alexa and Google assistant.

With Live HD streaming, you can keep a close eye on your little one, anywhere, any time with day & night vision, remote-controlled pan, tilt & zoom. You can program a selection of soothing lullabies and white noises to come on and 2way-talk allows you to speak to your baby through the camera. One quick press of the handy ‘call’ button on the monitor puts you directly through to a connected mobile. You can take screenshots to share with friends and family and use an SD card or Cloud service subscription to save all your images and videos.

Advantages of the Maxi Cosi See Baby Monitor: 

• High-definition image during the day and night
• Access the live video footage on your phone from anywhere using the Maxi Cosi Connected Home App
• Integrated with the Connected Home Products 
• 5 Lullabies and 2 white noise options that can be activated from the App
• Optional sound & movement notifications so you don't have to keep the App open all the time
  
• Works with Amazon Alexa & Google Home
  
• Set up advanced and personalised routines in the Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app
• Optional room temperature and humidity level notifications
• Motion and sound detection with adjustable sensitivity 
  
• Safe & secure, streaming data is fully encrypted
  
• Up to 6 See Baby Monitors can be added so you can view different rooms on the App

Disadvantages of the Maxi Cosi See Baby Monitor: 

• No parent unit/portable screen so you can only view the camera footage on your phone
• The camera is not rechargeable and needs to be plugged in at all times.
• You cannot use the monitor without the Connected Home App
• You need a constant strong Wi-Fi connection 

MAXI COSI SEE PRO BABY MONITOR

The Maxi Cosi See Pro Baby Monitor connects to your phone via Wi-Fi where you can view your baby through the Maxi Cosi Connected Home app. It also comes with a portable parent unit that features a 5-inch screen so you can always keep an eye on your baby at home without opening the App. Keep a close eye on your little one at any time, with day & night vision and never miss a moment with HD live streaming, remote-controlled pan, tilt & zoom. Safe & secure, streaming data which is fully encrypted, so your family moments remain private. You can relax knowing you’ll be notified of any movement, sound, temperature or humidity changes via the app or the parent unit. The See Pro Baby Monitor also has advanced CryAssist technology, that translates your baby's cries to help you know what your baby needs.  All the Maxi Cosi Connected Home products have been made to work together using advanced smart technology. 

How Does It Work?

The See Pro Baby Monitor has advanced smart technology. Wherever you are, you have the option to be notified of any movement, sound, temperature or humidity changes in the nursery. A range of smart sensors enable Connected Home products to seamlessly interact with each other, for example when the Baby Monitor senses your baby is waking, it can automatically turn on the Soothe Light & Sound, to comfort your little one. All controlled through the Connected Home app or voice activated via Alexa and Google assistant. With Live HD streaming, you can keep a close eye on your little one, anywhere, any time with day & night vision, remote-controlled pan, tilt & zoom. You can program a selection of soothing lullabies and white noises to come on and 2way-talk allows you to speak to your baby through the camera. One quick press of the handy ‘call’ button on the monitor puts you directly through to a connected mobile. You can take screenshots to share with friends and family and use an SD card or Cloud service subscription to save all your images and videos.

See Pro Baby Monitor features advanced CryAssist technology powered by Zoundream, which not only detects your baby’s cries and notifies you, but also automatically translates their cries and helps you understand if they’re: Sleepy, Fussy, Hungry, Gassy or Agitated. Their cries are automatically analysed against a growing database of soundwaves, then instantly identified and translated into five different types of cries. The App needs Wi-Fi whereas the parent screen does not need Wi-Fi giving you flexibility. 

Advantages of the Maxi Cosi See Pro Baby Monitor: 

• Ultra HD 2K resolution during the day and night through the Maxi Cosi Connected App
• Visibility in the dark is up to 10m
  
• Access the live video footage on your phone from anywhere using the Maxi Cosi Connected Home App
• Separate parent unit/screen for remote viewing at home
• Integrated with the Connected Home Products  
• 5 Lullabies and 2 white noise options that can be activated from the App 
• Optional sound & movement notifications so you don't have to keep the App or parent screen open all the time 
• Optional tracking feature allows the camera to follow your baby's movements 
• Works with Amazon Alexa & Google Home 
• Set up advanced and personalised routines in the Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app 
• Optional room temperature and humidity level notifications 
• Motion and sound detection with adjustable sensitivity  
• Safe & secure, streaming data is fully encrypted
  
• The parent unit does not need wi-fi so it will work if you are in a location without Wi-Fi connection
• CryAssist Technology 
• 200m Range between the 5” parent screen and camera
  
• 2 x See Pro Monitors can be connected to the app and streamed simultaneously

Disadvantages of the Maxi Cosi See Pro Baby Monitor:

• Quite expensive
• The camera is not rechargeable and needs to be plugged in at all times.
  

OWLET DREAM SOCK & CAM 2 

The Owlet Dream Sock and Cam 2 WiFi Camera can be used together or on their own through the Owlet Dream app. The Dream Sock is a First-of-its-kind FDA-cleared Dream Sock® provides caregivers with a deeper understanding of their infant’s safety and well-being through real-time health readings and timely notifications when their baby needs their attention.

The Owlet Cam 2 WiFi camera allows you to view live video footage of your baby through the Owlet Dream App at any time or place. The Cam 2 features HD video & night vision streamed right to your phone, with a wide-angle view & 4x zoom. 

When using both the Owlet Dream Sock and Cam 2, you can monitor your baby's wellbeing and check up on your baby all through one app on your smart device.

How does it work?

The Owlet Dream Sock is an FDA-cleared smart baby monitor that attaches around the baby's foot and uses advanced sensors to monitor your baby's pulse rate, oxygen saturation level, and sleep patterns, and sends this data to The Owlet Dream app for real-time updates. These updates will show you your baby's pulse rate (PR) and oxygen saturation (SpO2) values and provide a notification in the rare instance that the values move outside of a preset zone. These notifications are received through the app and on the base station. The Dream sock can be used from birth until 18 months old (2.8 - 13kgs). It has been clinically-proven to offer medical-grade accuracy, even through gentle motion, across all skin tones.

The Owlet Cam 2 is a stand alone WiFi Camera that shares real-time video streaming footage to your smart phone through the Owlet Dream App. You can view the footage at any time or place as long as you are connected to WiFi or by using your cellular data. Featuring HD video & night vision with a wide-angle view & 4x zoom. The Owlet Cam 2 features video clips when sound, motion, or crying notifications are detected in Baby's room so you don't have to keep the app open on your device at all times. The Cam 2 also provides room temperature and humidity updates so you can ensure your baby is comfortable at all times

VTECH MONITORS

Precious Cargo stock four different baby monitors from Vtech. Ranging from very basic digital audio monitors to their higher end video and wi-fi monitors. All of them have a great range, are portable and reliable so you can always keep an eye or ear on your baby no matter where you are. 

VTECH DM1214 DUAL BATTERY AUDIO MONITOR

VTech Digital Audio Baby Monitor DM1214 is the perfect monitor for loadshedding with rechargeable batteries in both the parent (up to 10 hours) and nursery unit (up to 4 hours). It is a basic digital audio monitor that is portable so you can hear your baby from any room in the house. 

How Does It Work?

The VTech Digital Audio Baby Monitor DM1214 contains NiMH rechargeable batteries (AAA x 4) on both parent unit and baby unit making this unit completely portable and the perfect companion during loadshedding. There is volume control as well as the ability to mute the monitor. When muted, the sound icon will display sound in your babies room by means of 3 graphic bars which indicate the level of sound picked up. The baby unit contains a night light and 5 calming melodies for your baby. The parent unit displays the temperature of the baby's room and a talk-back feature for you to talk to your baby without going into the room. It has a good indoor and outdoor range and out of range indicator.

Advantages of The VTech Digital Audio Baby Monitor DM1214:

• Light, compact, and portable 
• Loadshedding friendly with rechargeable batteries in parent and baby unit
• Night light 
• 5 calming melodies
• DECT technology for secure connection and clear sound without interference
  
• Indoor range up to 75m and outdoor range up to 460m
• Belt clip on the parent unit for hands free monitoring
• Temperature display and talk-back function 

• No video function so you can only hear your baby, not see them

SNUZA MONITORS

How do they work?

This small device attaches to your baby’s nappy with an ultra-sensitive, soft and flexible tip which rests on their tummy. The delicate medical grade silicon tip tracks your baby’s breathing motion. Should the monitor not detect movement for more than 15-20 seconds or if it notes less than 8 movements in a minute, the device will alert you

1. THE SNUZA HERO MD: 

The Snuza Hero MD is the first medically certified breathing monitor in Europe and has been proven to detect periods of apnoea. This device needs to be calibrated by placing it on a flat surface before use each time. Should your baby stop breathing for 15 seconds, the device will vibrate in an attempt to wake your baby up. If this does not work and breathing has not resumed, an alarm will sound at 20 seconds. You will also be alerted if your baby has 3 episodes of not breathing for 15 seconds. A dual-tone warning is sounded if your baby’s breathing rate drops below 8 times a minute.   

2. THE SNUZA PICO 2: 

The Snuza Pico 2 has the added benefit of sharing information to an app on your phone. In addition to tracking abdominal movements and alerting you should breathing not be detected after 15 seconds, this device also allows you to monitor your baby’s breathing rate, skin temperature, the position they are in, battery level and notify you of any falls. As with the HeroMD, the Pico 2 will first vibrate to rouse your baby before sounding an alarm at 20 seconds.   

3. THE SNUZA GO!: 

The Go is Snuza’s basic and most affordable movement monitoring device. Unlike the other 2 monitors, the Go! does not vibrate to awaken your baby. Instead an alarm is sounded immediately at either 15, 18 or 20 seconds as selected by you. The Go! will also warn you if less than 8 abdominal movements are picked up in a minute.    

Advantages of the Snuza monitors:         

• Snuza devices are ideal for traveling and using when there is load shedding as they are completely wireless and operate using a battery.         
• They are compact and light which makes them comfortable for your baby to wear.  ·         
• There are no small or removable parts which minimizes any choking hazards.    

• The device is less accurate and more prone to false alarms when your baby starts moving and rolling as the tip may lose contact with their tummy.        
• The Pico 2 requires a secure and continuous bluetooth connection to your phone. Difficulties with maintaining this connection have been reported. Check compatibility with your phone before purchasing 

Read our article on Snuza monitors here

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