Our verdict on the Nanit Pro Smart Baby Monitor & Floor Stand
- Buy it if
- You want to see your baby from anywhere on your phone and like detailed sleep data.
- Skip it if
- You dislike subscriptions or want a monitor that never touches the internet.
- Best for
- Sleep tracking from your phone
- Key feature
- Overhead 1080p view with sleep insights
- Typical price
- £229–£349
Key specifications
| Video | 1080p HD |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wi-Fi + app |
| Mount | Floor stand (wall mount sold separately) |
Who should buy it, and who should skip it
A good fit if you
- want to watch from anywhere
- like sleep statistics
- share viewing with a partner or grandparents
Skip it if you
- want a fee-free monitor
- have weak home Wi-Fi
- prefer no cloud video
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clear overhead 1080p view
- Sleep tracking and breathing-motion features with Nanit wear
- Watch from anywhere on iPhone or Android
- Floor stand avoids drilling the wall
Cons
- Best insights need a paid Nanit Insights plan
- Relies on home Wi-Fi
What it is
The Nanit Pro is a Wi-Fi baby monitor that looks down on the crib from above. This bundle includes a floor stand, so you skip drilling into walls. Video streams in 1080p to the Nanit app on iPhone and Android, and the camera pairs with Nanit wearables for breathing-motion features. Nanit makes no claim that it prevents SIDS, and neither do we.
What we like
- A clean overhead view that shows the whole crib
– Sleep tracking that turns nights into simple charts
– Easy sharing with family members
– Floor stand keeps cords well away from the crib when set up as directed
What to know
- The richest sleep insights sit behind a paid Nanit Insights plan
– It depends on home Wi-Fi; an outage means no picture
– Your phone becomes the monitor, so battery drain is real overnight
– Keep the camera and cords at least 0.9 m from the crib
Is it worth it?
Based on specs and owner reports, the Nanit Pro is the most polished Wi-Fi baby monitor you can buy. It is worth it if you will actually use remote viewing and sleep data. If you only need a screen on the nightstand, the Infant Optics DXR-8 PRO does that for less and with no fees.
Alternatives worth considering
Infant Optics · Baby Monitors
Infant Optics DXR-8 PRO Video Baby Monitor
Buy it if You want a dependable video monitor that works without Wi-Fi, apps or a monthly fee.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Most families
- Typical price
- £169–£209
Pros
- No Wi-Fi, so nothing streams to the cloud
- Large 5-inch parent screen
Cons
- No phone viewing away from home
Owlet · Baby Monitors
Owlet Dream Sock
Buy it if You want FDA-cleared pulse-rate and oxygen readings for a healthy infant and understand what the alerts mean.
- Verdict
- Consider
- Best for
- Parents who want pulse and oxygen readings
- Typical price
- £249–£299
Pros
- FDA-cleared readings for healthy infants
- Notifications through a base station and app
Cons
- Expensive for a sock and base
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nanit Pro Smart Baby Monitor & Floor Stand worth it?
For parents who want to check in from their phone and enjoy sleep data, yes. The overhead camera is sharp and the app is polished. Skip it if you dislike subscriptions or want a monitor that never touches the internet.
Who should skip it?
If you want a fee-free monitor, an alternative will suit you better.
Does the Nanit Pro work without a subscription?
Yes. Live video, sound and basic features work free. Detailed sleep insights and longer video history need a paid plan.