When comparing Foscam FosBaby vs MonBaby, the Slant community recommends Foscam FosBaby for most people. In the question“What are the best baby monitors around or under $200?” Foscam FosBaby is ranked 6th while MonBaby is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose Foscam FosBaby is:
It comes with a companion app, but you can use any security monitoring app for it.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Monitor from smartphone or tablet
It comes with a companion app, but you can use any security monitoring app for it.
Pro Works like a regular surveillance camera
It is not limited to viewing only with a proprietary screen or app. You can access it like any other surveillance camera (that includes remote access, integration with NAS, etc)
Pro Automatic nightvision switch
The camera can automatically activate infrared mode at night when brightness is too low. It can also be forced to turn on or off.
Pro Best for premature babies with breathing problems
MonBaby alerts your smartphone when the motion associated with breathing stops for a minute.
Pro Uses Bluetooth
Bluetooth is more reliable than WiFi or 3G.
Pro Smart sensor
The sensor on the smart button is precise enough to detect the faintest movements caused by baby's breathing.
Cons
Con Requires setup
Since it works like a surveillance camera, it requires steps to connect it to the WiFi network, set up user access, etc. This is as opposed to monitors that come with their own screen.
Con Monitoring range is only dependant on wifi
Since it connects to the WiFi network, the range is only determined by this (as opposed to radio-based monitors).
Con Waits for a minute of no movement before it alerts
A minute may be too long and might cost your baby's life.