Maxi-Cosi’s Connected Home app allows you to stay close to your baby 24/7, giving you reassurance that your little one is safe, comfortable and soothed at all times. This is a good value system that comes with everything you need from when your baby is little, but it’s also the only one we tested that doubles up as a tablet for toddlers, too. The five-inch touchscreen monitor, which is rimmed with a silicone bumper and is thus more durable than most, is preloaded with interactive videos, picture books narrated by ‘Hubble the Bear’ and simple games. It doesn’t come cheap, but this camera has it all. The Nanit is a well-designed, reliable unit delivering a crisp image, even in pitch dark, and really sophisticated features via the easy-to-use app. Plus, since Jasper now sleeps on a floor bed, we loved being able to set up the ‘Alert Zone’ that notifies us if he leaves his bed, or, god forbid, an intruder should enter it. The system also includes a fabric ‘Breathing Band’ suitable for the first three months of your baby’s life to monitor its breathing, which we are keeping on hand for baby number two. Due to the Breathe Humidifier's 3.8-litre tank, you can use the humidifier uninterrupted for 24 hours - when the water level does drop, the Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app will notify you to top up. The Maxi-Cosi Breathe Humidifier also features an integrated essential oils diffuser, simply pop in your and your baby's favourite essential oil to enjoy a soothing and scented sleep. Glow Crib Light

Setting this up is was a little challenging for our reviewer but eventually, once she skipped through the various WiFi notifications, the monitor connected itself and started working. Built-in white noises and lullabys: program a selection of soothing lullabies and white noises to come on, to ensure your baby is always relaxed. The only qualm our testers had with this baby monitor was with the blue light that shines when the camera is on (some said it was quite bright), while others said they wished the camera was a little less noisy when it moved. Overall, the general consensus for this monitor was very positive. Final thoughts If this isn’t possible or convenient, then you might need to also invest in a separate smart device like an ipad, that you can use predominantly with the brand’s video monitoring app and always have it plugged in.” A final word – and it may sound obvious, but remember you’re on camera, not just your baby. When Jasper was co-sleeping with us, his granny often had to remind us that there was a live video feed from our bedroom to the kitchen screen, so be wary when you’re changing or having private conversations! Ditto with apps that allow approved users to peer in from anywhere in the world.

On the downside, the USB lead is the micro USB type, like the one supplied with older model mobile phones, whereas it would be handy if it was USB- C but the lead is a good length, at least,' says Anna.

Night vision mode: Most smart baby monitors have a night vision mode, meaning even when the lights go out you can still maintain a clear view of your baby and their surroundings.

Soothe your little one to sleep using the perfect humidity for the room with the Maxi-Cosi Breathe Humidifier. The range of smart sensors enables the Humidifier to operate fully in auto mode, or if you prefer you can adjust the humidity, mist levels and timers as you go. The Maxi-Cosi Connected Home app also lets you switch on the humidifier from anywhere, giving your time to prep ahead of bedtime. Safe & secure, streaming data is fully encrypted so your family moments remain private. You can relax knowing you’ll be notified of any movement, sound, temperature or humidity changes via the app. App compatibility: In addition to a parent unit, most smart baby monitors also include a mobile phone app which can be used to monitor your baby from both inside and outside the home. Some smart monitors are entirely app-based, meaning you do not need an additional parent unit or screen.