These are the best baby monitors money can buy and here's why

Best baby monitors tried-and-tested including Vtech, Nanit, Owlet, and Angelcare

A selection of the best baby monitors tried and tested for this buying guide
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The best baby monitors play an important part in helping both you and your baby to sleep soundly. But which one to choose? We've tested a range of monitors - including smart monitors and wearables - to bring you this roundup of the best baby monitors to buy in 2023.

A baby monitor is one of the most important pieces of baby kit you could buy, right up there with the best pram or the best car seat. From tracking your baby's sleep pattern to monitoring their movement and breathing, they aren’t just useful for keeping an eye on sleeping newborns either - many parents continue using a baby monitor during the toddler years when they're useful for keeping tabs on youngsters when they climb out of bed in the middle of the night. 

Whether you use one to watch your little one sleep (bliss...), to listen out for the signs that they’re stirring from a nap, or for reassurance that all is well, the best baby monitors act like an extra pair of eyes and ears, helping to take a little of the mental load away from mums and dads.

Best baby monitors at-a-glance

The best baby monitors