“A baby monitor can give you peace of mind, letting you move around the house while your little one naps,” says Consumer Reports.

“A monitor’s job is to transmit recognizable sound and, in the case of video models, images. The challenge is to find a monitor that works with minimal interference – static, buzzing, or irritating noise – from other nearby electronic products and transmitters, including older cordless phones that might use the same frequency bands as your monitor.”

Here is the Consumer Reports’ selection of recommended baby monitors. The maximum overall score is 100, and “Best Buy” models offer more value.

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Philips Avent DECT SCD510

Overall score: 88

Graco Imonitor Vibe Single Parent Unit

Overall score: 75

Graco Imonitor Vibe Double Parent Unit

Overall score: 75

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