VTech VM819 Baby Monitor with Camera and Audio, 2.8” Screen Portable Baby Camera, Night Vision, 2-Way Audio, Temperature Sensor and Lullabies, Secure Transmission No WiFi, Ideal for Baby/Elderly/Pet

These monitors are my favorite. As a stay-at-home mom of 3 with one on the way, I like everything about these. I've purchased 3 of them, and my oldest finally went out (after 3 years of use, including being unplugged overnight, going with us on multiple trips, and being used for multiple naps a day - it was in my nursery). Of course I wish it had lasted longer, but I am satisfied with that longevity.Essential features in a baby monitor, in my mind, include...-the ability to mute (I can't believe they make monitors that don't - trust me, you want to mute it even if it is just for the minute the baby is crying while you are going to get them, if not, say, long enough to go to the bathroom first, etc.)-sound up and down - I am a light sleeper, I need it very quiet, and I can still hear even our white noise through the monitor, but I like to turn it up when, say, taking a shower or watching tv-a video screen (my babies are quiet when they wake up, I like to see if their eyes are open, and I like to know if something happened, like a foot caught in the crib wall, that requires my attention)-a good long charge - these last well over 12 hours (I run sound only for most of that time, no screen), though they take a bit to charge up after, often longer than the hour or two before the first nap, but catch up later in the day-a reliable charger, preferably not a usb one, those seem to break easily-decent range. Mine can reach a few houses away, especially if a house itself is not in the way. I can easily take it down the street to check my mailbox and stay to chat with a neighbor while knowing the baby is still sleeping soundly. I cannot leave the neighborhood, which is not a bad thing.-not terribly expensive-personally, I like the walkie-talkie option, I use it to talk to my toddlers sometimes, saying such things as, "Ok, it is time to lay down and sleep now" or "I am coming up to get you now, please wait patiently"This monitor has all of these features, plus more, like music (including different sound options, all of which last for 30 minutes, and continue with the parent monitor muted so you don't have to listen to it), temperature warnings (good to know if the heat/cool in baby's room goes out), and temperature on the screen. I personally appreciate that this is a closed camera, no video is being tracked or able to be hacked. The one thing I remember wishing for when I first got this monitor was a clip, to hook into a belt loop or something. My previous monitor had that feature and I liked being able to bring the monitor with me into different rooms without having to think about it. Perhaps it would be nice to have a battery in the camera, so you aren't woken up for any power outages, but I haven't minded that too much, power outages wake me up indefinitely anyway.If you are looking for a monitor, I highly recommend this one. After 3 kids and 3 different monitors tried, this is the only one I own now.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Decided on this over the Nanit and thank God I did. My friends that use their phones for the baby monitor with the nanit are struggling. They have to keep the app on to monitor him at all times which means they cant use phone for anything else. And if someone watches your baby they can’t even use the nanit unless you download the app on their phone. My friends has a whole second phone just so her nanny can see the camera. This vtech is so much cheaper and way more effective than the ones that you monitor through the phone. It has every feature you could need- no more no less. It’s so simple and easy to use. Battery life is great lasts 12ish hours. Bought the separate clip to attach to bassinet and it’s been great. Or I can easily move camera to another room if baby is there. Don’t have to worry about mounting or anything. One of the best baby purchases for my house!

After diving headfirst into the world of high-tech baby gear with the expensive Nanit monitor, we quickly realized that sometimes, in a world full of overstimulation and apps for everything, you just want the basic, no-frills stuff. Enter the VTech baby monitor, and oh, how we love it! There's no app, no Wi-Fi required, just pure simplicity. Its basic features are exactly what we needed, and the ability to be mobile with the battery option is a game-changer. The monitor's size is perfect for fitting right in my pocket, the camera and picture quality are perfectly good enough, and there's been no noticeable lag whatsoever—even when I'm out in the garage trying to squeeze a workout in during nap time. For the sheer convenience and reliability it offers without any tech headaches, the value for the money is truly unmatched!

Use for our travel cameras for our two kids. Generally good sound and video. Wish the camera could rotate and you could split screen but good value for the money.

The VTech VM819-2 Baby Monitor is everything I was looking for and more! The 2.8” screen is clear and easy to navigate, and having two cameras is perfect for keeping an eye on multiple rooms or angles.The 1000ft range is impressive I can move around the house and still get a strong, uninterrupted signal. The night vision is super clear, and the two-way audio lets me soothe my baby without even entering the room. I also love the temperature sensor and built-in lullabies great little features that add extra comfort.Best part? No WiFi needed which means it’s completely secure and free from any hacking risks. If you’re looking for a monitor that’s dependable, easy to use, and full of helpful features, this one’s a winner!

I bought this thinking it was a waste of money when I could just buy an audio baby monitor. But this little thing is so cool! It has tons of features (night vision, plays music, can talk to baby through it) I'm so happy with this. Love knowing for sure if my baby is asleep and not trying to escape the crib lol. Only issue is I wish it wasn't so zoomed in. Feels like I have to place it very far away to be able to see the whole crib. Regardless, a great product