Does a video baby monitor also work without Wi-Fi?

Video baby monitors with their own parent unit generally don't need Wi-Fi. App baby monitors, on the other hand, are connected to your home network.

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Q: How far away from the bed should the baby monitor be placed?

Place the baby unit out of your child&#039;s reach. Cables must not reach into the crib. Also observe the manufacturer&#039;s distance and safety instructions.

Discover baby monitors for a reliable connection to your baby – with pure audio transmission, camera, or convenient app control. Different features and ranges help you find the right model for your everyday life.

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Baby monitors: Which model suits you?

A baby monitor gives you peace of mind when your baby is sleeping and you're in another room. Depending on the model, you can hear your child, see them on a display, or view the camera image via app on your smartphone. In our range you'll find audio baby monitors, video baby monitors with a separate parent unit, as well as Wi-Fi and app models from Philips Avent and Reer.

Types of baby monitors

Audio baby monitors

Audio baby monitors transmit the sounds from the nursery. They are simple, compact, and usually more affordable than models with a camera.

Video baby monitors

Video baby monitors also transmit a camera image to their own parent unit. This lets you quickly see whether your baby is awake or just making noises in their sleep. Some models offer features such as night vision, zoom, or two-way talk.

Wi-Fi & app baby monitors

Wi-Fi & app baby monitors display the camera image on your smartphone or tablet. This type of baby monitor suits parents who don't need a separate parent unit and want to keep an eye on their baby flexibly via app. A stable Wi-Fi connection is required.

What should you look out for when buying?

The right range depends on your living situation. In a house with multiple floors or when using it in the garden, the connection should be especially stable. Walls, ceilings, and other wireless devices can affect the actual range.

Night vision for a visible picture in a dark nursery
Intercom function to soothe the baby
Sound activation or VOX mode
Range and battery level display
Pan camera or zoom
Temperature display and lullabies

Not every family needs all the extra features. So before buying, consider whether you just want to hear your baby, also see them, or use the baby monitor via your smartphone.

FAQs about baby monitors

An audio baby monitor is often enough if you just want to hear when your baby wakes up. A camera offers additional convenience but isn't strictly necessary.

Video baby monitors with their own parent unit generally don't need Wi-Fi. App baby monitors, on the other hand, are connected to your home network.

Place the baby unit out of your child's reach. Cables must not reach into the crib. Also observe the manufacturer's distance and safety instructions.

In VOX mode, transmission is activated as soon as the baby monitor detects a sound. This can conserve the battery and prevents the display or speaker from staying on permanently.