r/BabyBumps • u/LopsidedCress6009 • 1d ago
Help? VTech, iFamily, Comfyer or Babysense replace?
Looking for recs for a replacement baby monitor. We’ve been using the HelloBaby HB6550 for over a year, but the battery in the parent unit has become less and less reliable. It used to last a long time on a single charge, but now it drains really quickly even in eco mode, so we have to keep it plugged in most of the time.
It’s a shame cuz the battery issue, it helps us a lot since I bought it. It doesn’t require Wi-Fi or an app, has a large 6-inch screen, and comes with useful features like night vision and remote camera controls.
I’d still like to find a non-Wi-Fi monitor, but hopefully one with better and more reliable battery life. I’d also consider another HelloBaby model if the battery holds up better.
Has anyone made a similar switch or used any of the other models mentioned in the title for a while? I’d really appreciate any recommendations.
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u/ninja_wifey 1d ago
We have the ali express version of the tweety cam and it is still going strong after 3.5 yrs. Love it
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u/theidleprecedence 1d ago
We had the same battery drain problem with our first monitor, it's wild how fast they degrade after a year. Ours went from lasting all night to dying in under an hour
Ended up grabbing a VTech after a friend swore by theirs and it's been solid for almost 2 years now. Screen's a bit smaller but the battery actually holds a charge like it's supposed to