$100 Video Baby Monitor Comparison Review:  VTech vs. Glimpse (Updated)

$100 Video Baby Monitor Comparison Review: VTech vs. Glimpse (Updated)

  $100 Video Baby Monitor Review Which $100 Video Baby Monitor is best? In this article, we are comparing two popular baby monitors. These come with a video screen and within the $100 budget category: VTech VM3252 and Summer Infant Glimpse. Since my initial review, there have been some updates regarding the VTech VM3252 and the Summer Infant Glimpse baby monitors. VTech VM3252 Updates: Battery Replacement: Users have reported that the battery life of the VTech VM3252 parent unit diminishes over time. To address this, compatible replacement batteries are available, such as the 900mAh Battery Replacement for VTech Video Baby Monitor. Power Adapter Replacement: For those experiencing issues with the power adapter, replacement options like the Power Cord Replacement for VTech DM221 VM3252 Baby Monitor are accessible. Summer Infant Glimpse Updates: Additional Camera Availability: The Summer Infant Glimpse monitor system is expandable, allowing parents to add up to four cameras. Extra cameras, such as the Summer Infant Glimpse Plus Extra Video Camera, can be purchased separately to monitor multiple rooms or children. Conclusion: Both the VTech VM3252 and Summer Infant Glimpse continue to be reliable choices in the budget-friendly baby monitor category. The availability of replacement parts and additional accessories enhances their longevity and adaptability to growing family needs. Original Review:   These monitors are widely available on Amazon, Target and other retailers.  At the time of this article, we bought ours at Target: $99 for VTech (VM3252-2 – two camera version) and $79 for the Glimpse.  The VTech comes in a one-camera version for $69.  While the Glimpse is not offered in a 2 camera bundle, you can...
Smart Baby Monitor Accessories

Smart Baby Monitor Accessories

WiFi Baby allows parents to stay connected via baby monitor apps at home or anywhere on iPhone, iPad or Android.  However, you can take WiFi Baby to new a whole new level using our baby monitor apps with these accessories that members of the WiFi Baby team own and endorse.  These accessories include turning WiFi Baby into an Apple Watch baby monitor. Apple Watch Shop: Apple Watch WiFi Baby is the only monitor that notifies you via Apple Watch when baby is crying. Audio notifications mirror to Apple Watch so you never miss anything.  You will get a notification based on your noise level preference.  Wes, our app developer, loves this feature. Kindle Fire Shop: Kindle Fire If you would like to have an additional monitoring screen, while also adding a low-cost tablet to your home, the new Kindle Fire is a great choice. The latest version, starting at just $49.99, is great companion to WiFi Baby monitor apps. Just download the tinyCam PRO app on Kindle Fire and you are good to go. Stefanie, our CEO, owns two Kindle Fire tablets (2013 and 2014 version). The app works flawlessly and the Kindle Fire has held up amazingly well even with her children mistaking it for a frisbee. Amazon Fire TV Stick Shop: Amazon Fire TV Stick Watch your baby on the big screen on Fire TV.  The new Fire TV Stick (starting at $39.99) connects to your TV’s HDMI port and is your low-cost portal to Netflix, Amazon Prime and pretty much every movie or show ever.  No mirroring or streaming from your iPhone or Android device required.  Like the Kindle Fire, just download the...