As a first-time parent, it is natural to feel overwhelmed. You want to be able to give your baby the best care possible, while still managing the rest of your life. Thankfully, with the right baby monitor, you can have the peace of mind you need to relax and enjoy this special time. A baby monitor allows you to conveniently check on your baby while you take care of other tasks or take a much-needed break.

With so many different monitors to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. To make the decision process easier, we have compiled a list of the best baby monitors of 2023. From sound-only monitors to video models, you can find the perfect monitor to meet your needs.

Best Overall Baby Monitors of 2023 

Uniden BW 6101R

The Uniden BW6101R is a Super HD 2K Smart Baby Monitor with Dual Mode Smartphone Access designed to provide peace of mind for parents.

Standout Features:

• Large 5 inch color display – allows you to keep a close eye on your baby in the high definition
• 2K Super HD Resolution Camera – Offers industry leading video resolution to see your baby more clearly than ever before. The Camera also has a built in battery to use on the go without power.
• Innovative Clamp Camera – Handy multi-purpose adjustable clamp camera that allows parents to secure the device to the rails of a cot, a shelf, or stand freely on a bedside table or chest of drawers.
• Customisable Night Light –  Animation and static mode to create a calm and relaxing ambience that promotes a good night’s sleep and offers a source of comfort to help with night anxiety.
• Built-in rechargeable battery – providing you with up to 6.5 hours of continuous use on a single charge

RRP $399.95

Tommee Tippee Dreamsense Smart Baby Monitor

The NEW Tommee Tippee Dreamsense Smart Baby Monitor reassures, notifies and tracks sleep, while being the first baby monitor to provide actual feedback. The Dreamsense allows parents to refrain from constant checking and worrying as the monitor provides alerts that matter when necessary.

Standout Features:

• Pan and tilt camera – the camera has the ability to be tilted (80°) and panned (190° horizontal) for greater visibility. The HD camera has a 120°field of vision
• HD – see every movement in high-definition detail
• Night-vision – to ensure every moment is easily seen
• 2-way audio – for communication between yourself and your little one
• Temperature and humidity sensors – alerts parents to rises and falls in temperature and humidity
• Wireless parent pod – allows for the audio monitor to be easily moved around the house and uses coloured lights and sound to communicate
• Secure smart app – enables parents to watch their baby from anywhere and define custom comfort zone levels and track their baby’s sleep patterns
• USB Charger – to simplify the charging process

RRP $399.99 – Read our Review

Cubo Ai Plus Smart Baby Monitor

CuboAi Plus Smart Baby Monitor is an advanced baby monitor that uses cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology to provide parents with real-time insights about their baby. It features a high-quality camera that captures 1080p HD video and has night vision capabilities, as well as a range of smart sensors that can detect your baby’s movements, sound, temperature, and humidity levels.

Standout Features:

• Real-time detection alerts for roll-over, face covering, cry (not noise), and danger-zone detection alerts
• Sleep analytics and temperature/humidity detection
• Sleek design with three different stands to accommodate the baby’s transition from crib to big-kid bed
• Built-in lullaby sounds
• A 1080 HD camera with a soothing night light (no visible red light)
• A Family Sharing feature that enables others to check up on the baby safely and engage in two-way, remote audio.

RRP $374

Owlet Monitor Duo – Smart Sock 3 + HD Video Cam 

The Owlet Monitor Duo, the latest baby monitor offering, combines the Smart Sock’s intelligence with an HD video camera. This is the first smart baby monitor to provide a complete picture of your baby by tracking their heart rate, oxygen level, and sleep trends, while also providing a high-definition video feed.

Standout Features:

• Paired with the Owlet Smart Sock 3 for the perfect baby monitoring solution
• Secure, encrypted WiFi
• Room temperature sensor
• Night vision
• HD 1080p video
• Adjustable magnetic base
• Two-way audio
• 130° wide angle lens

RRP $520

Oricom Secure740 Digital Video Baby Monitor

With the Secure740 high-quality digital video baby monitor, you can have the freedom to focus on other things around your home while still having the ability to check on your baby at any time. The monitor offers a range of high-quality features, an intuitive design, and aesthetic appeal that provides parents with true peace of mind.

Standout Features:

• Large 4.3″ display
• Motion detection
• Baby friendly night vision
• Parent talk back
• Room temperature display and alert
• Digital volume control
• White noise (womb sounds and vacuum cleaner) & Soothing lullabies
• Rechargeable lithium battery included (Parent Unit)
• Feeding timer
• Up to 8 hours battery life (with power save enabled)
• Multi-camera capable up to 4 units. Additional cameras sold separately(CU740)

RRP $249

VTech Video & Audio Monitor RM5766HD

VTech baby monitors are designed to provide parents with peace of mind, anywhere and anytime. The parent unit, a 5″ full-color 720p HD screen, has a high-capacity rechargeable battery that offers up to 12 hours of active monitoring time.

Standout Features:

• 1080p HD camera with motorised pan & tilt, auto night vision, wide angle viewing, 2K CMOS sensor for 24x local digital zoom and 30x remote digital zoom, and night light
• 5″ full colour 720p HD parent unit with high capacity rechargeable battery for up to 12 hours active monitoring time
• Direct Wi Fi / Router Modes
• Temperature sensor with alerts
• 10 soothing sounds and lullabies
• Local & remote 2-way talk
• Motion activated alerts and recording
• Remote viewing / recording via the VTech app

RRP $249

Best Audio Only

Oricom Secure530 DECT Digital Baby Monitor

The Oricom SC530 DECT Digital Audio Baby Monitor offers crystal clear sound and zero interference, thanks to its DECT Technology. This means that only you can hear your baby, providing you with true peace of mind. The baby unit is mains powered, which is included in the package.

Standout Features:

• Starry night lightshow
• Nursery room temperature sensor
• 18 lullabies including classical, nursery rhymes, nature sounds and white noise such as vacuum, womb and hair dryer sounds
• Parent talk back
• Soft comforting night light
• Easy to read blue backlit display
• Feed timer
• Mute function

RRP $119

Best Newcomer

Lollipop Smart Camera

The Lollipop system is designed to provide intelligent care for your baby using video and data. The non-invasive and contoured devices allow you to keep a watchful eye on your baby’s room from anywhere. The system is easy to set up and use, and provides a window into your baby’s world whenever you need it. It can be secured to the baby’s crib, attached to the wall or placed on a flat surface.

RRP $299

All of these baby monitors are designed to ensure the safety of your baby, but please remember that they are additional aids to the normal precautions you need to take when keeping an eye on your sleeping little one.