Bebcare Motion Baby Monitor Review
* Review updated on 20th January 2024 to reflect the newest features on the newest Bebcare Motion baby monitor (Version 8)
The Bebcare Motion Digital Video Baby Monitor is the best baby monitor of 2023. It comes with all the features you expect from a digital video baby monitor with a ton of added-on features. The video quality is fantastic, though not as good as WiFi cameras, but surpassing all the other radio-frequency based video baby monitors on the market. It’s super easy and quick to install in the nursery. There is no fiddling around with app configurations. Best of all, it utilizes a low wireless radiation technology to keep your baby safe. The Bebcare Motion comes with tons of helpful features, including room temperature tracking and breathing sensor mat. No wonder people call it the “Rolls Royce of Baby Monitors“.
This baby monitor is fantastic for those who want a safe and reliable digital video baby monitor. If you’re comfortable with the latest smart devices and want to discover the best in high-tech baby monitor, I suggest you check our review of the Infant Optics DXR-8 or the Nanit Baby Monitor. The Infant Optics is a similar digital baby monitor at a reasonable price and is comes with a cool interchangeable lens.
With that said, let’s dive in our review of the Bebcare Motion digital video baby monitor to see why this is the best baby monitor of 2023.
Our Rating: 9.8/10
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Summary
We Like
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Best overall video quality in our testing
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Supports a baby breathing sensor mat accessory
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Excellent night vision performance
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Lots of helpful bells and whistles features
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Intuitive navigation when using multiple cameras
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VOX, room temperature, lullabies, nightlight, and many more
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Very secure data transmission. No hacking possible
We Don't Like
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It’s the most expensive model in our tests
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It does not connect to your smartphone
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Alternatives
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The Bebcare iQ WiFi HD hybrid baby monitor if you want the best of both worlds ($289.00 on Bebcare.com)
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The Nanit Plus version if you want a HD high definition WiFi video baby monitor ($224.00 on Amazon)
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The iBaby Care M7 if you want the next best Wifi baby monitor at a more affordable price ($168.86 on Amazon).
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The Infant Optics DXR-8 is the second best baby video monitor that is a popular option for parents with its interchangeable lens ($165.99 on Amazon).
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The Angelcare AC517 if you want a similarly comprehensive package with breathing and movement monitoring but with a smaller display ($157.96 on Amazon).
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The Lollipop baby monitor if you want a WiFi camera that has a unique physical design and a good quality camera ($149.00 on Amazon)
Overview Bebcare Motion Video Baby Monitor
Health & Safety
10/10
Audio Quality
9/10
Privacy
10/10
Video Quality
10/10
Range
10/10
Battery
10/10
Features Bebcare Motion Baby Monitor
Infrared Night Vision
YES
Play Lullabies
YES
Remote Zoom
YES
VOX
YES
Room temperature
YES
Night Lights
YES
Multiple Cameras
YES
Humidity
YES
Video Recording
No
Two-Way Talk
YES
Remote Pan & Tilt
YES
Our Hands-on Review of the Bebcare Motion Video Baby Monitor
With a ton of feature and a superb video performance, the Bebcare Motion really is the king of baby monitor. It has all the bells and whistles you need for monitoring your child. Its 4.3-inch display screen has the highest resolution and the best color accuracy we have seen on any digital baby monitor. The optional Bebcare Mat ($59.00 on Bebare.com) breathing sensor mat is a must-have accessory if you want to enhance the functionality of your Bebcare monitor to include breathing detection.
There are cheaper video baby monitors available that are less complicated to use and will do the job just as well. In the end, it really depends on what you expect from a video baby monitor. The Bebcare Motion is a fantastic monitor. Its high price ($259.00 on Bebcare.com) is only justified if you want the very best baby monitoring system out there on the market.
Audio and Video quality
The audio and video quality with the Bebcare Motion baby monitor is excellent. You get a 640×480 resolution camera, which is better than the resolution of any other radio-frequency based video baby monitor. The video quality is not as high as a WiFi baby monitor, but the great thing is that you have no delay in the video feed. Everything is instant on the Bebcare Motion. The parent unit display screen utilizes something called "True Color" technology, which is a color correction mechanism that adjusts the saturation and contrast of the video to enhance its color accuracy.
The 4.3-inch display on the parent unit is one of the largest on the market. We think calling this the "Rolls Royce" of baby monitor is a pretty accurate statement. The big screen enables you to see loads of details of your baby's nursery, but it does mean the unit is a bit bulky to carry around with you all the time. We think it's better suited to staying on a desk or your nightstand. We could not really fit the unit into our pockets during testing, so we have to carry it around in the hands.
You’ll get a perfectly smooth video streaming experience with no interference issues. The monitor uses FHSS technology to avoid interfering with any wireless signals at your home. And because this monitor does not use WiFi, that means it is not competing for internet bandwidth with your smartphone or your computer. Unlike WiFi cameras, your Netflix stream is not affected by the operations of this monitor. This is one of the key advantages of using a traditional baby monitor. And because the Bebcare Motion does not use internet connectivity, there is no way it can be hacked.
In the newest version of Bebcare Motion baby monitor, the video and sound quality has been improved. There is now a zoom mode that displays zoomed-in version of the baby video. In addition, night vision video clarity has been enhanced as well.
The Bebcare Motion video baby monitor with 4.3-inch "True Color"display
Tons of Useful Features
The Bebcare baby camera has 8 infrared LEDs bulbs to give you a crystal clear night vision. You’ll be able to see your baby clearly even in the dark or low light. The camera will automatically switch to night mode once the light is too dim in your baby’s bedroom. You can also adjust the night vision sensitivity, so you can control the brightness level at which the night vision turns on or off.
The camera unit supports remote pan-and-tilt control. You can control the orientation of the camera using the arrow buttons on the parent unit. The control is intuitive and easy. The camera unit reacts instantly the moment you press the arrow keys, so there's no delay at all in the video feed. You get full 360-degree coverage left-and-right, and around 120-degree coverage up-and-down.
The Bebcare baby monitor comes with a choice of six music lullabies, including Beethoven, flowing water, and heartbeat sound. You have the option of controlling the playback remotely on the parent unit. The music volume can be adjusted, so it's at just the right volume for your nursery set-up. The sound quality of the music lullabies is good, but definitely not as good as the speakers on your smartphone. There is a tiny level of scratchy static noise when the music lullaby is playing. It's like listening to an old LP record.
You can also set a feeding alarm on the parent unit to remind yourself it's time to feed the little one. You can configure the alarm to go off in 15-min intervals, with a maximum time duration of 6 hours. It's a nifty little feature because sometimes you may not have your phone with you all the time, but you normally have your baby monitor by your side.
The newest version of this baby monitor utilizes the improved USB Type-C plug for power and charging. This standard plug is shared with many modern smart devices, such as smartphones and laptops. This makes the Bebcare Motion extremely portable for travel an great
You can also pair the Bebcare Motion video baby monitor with the optional baby breathing sensor mat. More on this later.
Safety And Security of Bebcare
The Bebcare Motion camera unit connects to its parent unit through a wireless 2.4 GHz FHSS connection. It means that an electromagnetic field (EMF) will be constantly emitted from the camera to the monitor in order for you to receive an audio and video feed. We recommend that you read our article on electromagnetic field if you want to understand what it means in terms of health and safety for your baby.
The Bebcare Motion comes equipped with an ultra-low wireless EMF radio. The technology is called DSR tech, which is designed to reduce wireless radiation by over 90% in certain scenarios. The camera unit actually shuts off completely when the baby is not moving or crying, thus removing the need to transmit signal when there is nothing to report. We think this is a really great design in terms of the safety of the baby monitor.
In our testing, the Bebcare Motion camera produced an average EMF reading of 1.1mG when placed 6 foot away from our baby’s crib. This is the lowest average level of wireless emissions we have measured in a baby monitor. The distance of 6 feet is the suggested minimum distance for most baby monitor cameras. The Environmental Protection Agency recommends that you limit your exposure to 0.5 mG to 2.5 mG at a time, so this is within range. The further you place the camera from your baby, the less EMF they will be exposed to.
Just make sure to keep the Bebcare camera at least 3 feet / 1.0 meter away from our baby’s bed to limit the exposure to EMF.
The Bebcare Breathing Sensor Mat Accessory
The Bebcare baby monitor can be paired with an optional breathing sensor mat accessory. What this mat does is that it continuously monitor the baby's breathing pattern. While the mat is not a medical device, it is supposed to prevent one of the most common forms of infant death called SIDS. Infant deaths occur when the baby rolls over onto his / her face, causing the baby to suffocate. An early detection mechanism such as the breathing mat can save lives.
The mat did not come paired when we received the monitor, so we had to pair it ourselves. While the actual process is not too complicated, we wish the product would be pre-paired by the manufacturer. We had to dig through the user manual to find the instructions for pairing the units. Once paired the breathing mat worked exactly as expected.
The breathing mat is very sensitive to any movements. We tested brushing a light feather on the mat's surface, and it registered a reading. The proper way to place the mat is to put it underneath the baby's mattress, out of reach of the children. Because the mat is underneath the mattress, it does not affect the baby's sleep quality. We were able to simulate a situation where the baby stopped breathing by picking up the baby. In this scenario, the parent unit is able to alert our tester with a loud recurring beep, and text alert on the display screen.
Parents should not substitute the proper administration and monitoring of the baby with any baby monitoring or breathing sensor device.
The Bebcare Motion camera unit comes with music lullabies to calm your baby
Security: Bebcare camera hacking
Because the Bebcare Motion video baby monitor uses an encrypted FHSS radio signal, risks of hacking and security breach are minimal. It’s impossible for someone to hack into the Bebcare baby monitor via your Wifi connection, they would need to be within signal range. They would also need to be able to decrypt the secured signal. We evaluate this to be one of the safer choices out there in terms of security. If you are someone concerned about your personal privacy and the risk of being hacked, we strongly recommend getting a traditional radio-frequency based baby monitors. Both the Bebcare Motion and the Infant Optics DXR-8 are excellent choices.
Signal Strength and Wireless Range
We had no issues with the wireless range of the Bebcare baby monitor. The range is adequate for indoors usage. During our testing in a 2,500 sq feet apartment and in a 4,000 sq feet house, we managed to get full reception throughout the household. The parent unit comes equipped with an out-of-range sensor for both the camera unit and the breathing sensor mat. If you want a baby monitor that allows you to see your baby when you are fair away from home, you might want to consider the Nanit or the iBaby M7 baby monitors.
Battery Life
In our testing, the battery life on the Bebcare Motion was excellent. It’s enough to be used unplugged throughout the whole day, unless your baby is crying constantly. This means about 7 to 8 hours in total with the screen on. If you turn on voice activation, you can bump that up to 12-14 hours with the screen on standby. The battery takes about 2.5 hours to be fully charged, so you can do that once you go to bed yourself. Your monitor will start beeping when its battery is almost spent.
Bebcare Video Baby Monitor: What's in the box
Wondering what’s in the box? Here’s everything that will be included in the standard Bebcare Motion package:
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1 x Baby monitor unit (the camera)
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1 x Parent unit (the 4.3-inch display)
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2 x Micro-USB Power Adaptor
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1 x Neck string
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1 x Breathing sensor mat (if you chooses the optional package)
You can also purchase the Bebcare Mat breathing sensor mat accessory if you want something that can also monitor your baby's breathing pattern.
Bebcare Baby Monitor Price
Here’s a break down of the price of the Bebcare baby monitoring system:
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1 x Parent unit + 1 x Camera : $259.00
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1 x Parent unit + 1 x Camera + 1 x Breathing sensor mat: $299.00
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2 x Parent unit + 2 x Camera: $469.00
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Standalone breathing sensor mat: $38.99
Unlike other baby monitors, there is no annual subscription fee for the Bebcare baby monitor.
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Bebcare Baby Monitor iOS and Android App
Bebcare Motion does not use an app. It is not a WiFi based monitoring system.
Alternative Options
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The Bebcare iQ WiFi HD hybrid baby monitor if you want the best of both worlds ($289.00 on Bebcare.com)
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The Nanit Plus version if you want a HD high definition WiFi video baby monitor ($224.00 on Amazon)
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The iBaby Care M7 if you want the next best Wifi baby monitor at a more affordable price ($168.86 on Amazon).
-
The Infant Optics DXR-8 is the second best baby video monitor that is a popular option for parents with its interchangeable lens ($165.99 on Amazon).
-
The Angelcare AC517 if you want a similarly comprehensive package with breathing and movement monitoring but with a smaller display ($157.96 on Amazon).
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The Lollipop baby monitor if you want a WiFi camera that has a unique physical design and a good quality camera ($149.00 on Amazon)
Bebcare Baby Monitor: Most Frequently Asked Questions
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Question: Can I use multiple cameras with the Bebcare Motion?
Answer: Yes. The Bebcare Motion supports up to 4 separate camera units. You can turn on "Simul-view" function, which is essentially a split-screen display so you can see two monitor feeds side-by-side. When you pair over two cameras, the parent unit automatically hops from one feed to another.
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Question: Can I see more than one camera at a time?
Answer: Yes. The Bebcare Motion parent unit supports split-screen view. This means you can see two cameras side-by-side simultaneously.
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Question: Does the Bebcare baby monitor work with Alexa, Google Assistant or Siri?
Answer: No, the Bebcare Motion is not a WiFi based monitoring system. It does not integrate with these voice assistants.
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Question: Is this the lowest wireless RMF radiation baby monitor on the market?
Answer: Yes, based on our testing, the Bebcare has the highest level of safety compared to similar models on the market. We measured a significantly lower electromagnetic wave emissions level.
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Question: Does the Bebcare have an iPhone or Android App?
Answer: No, the Bebcare Motion baby monitor is not a WiFi based monitoring, it does not use an app. If you are looking for a low radiation WiFi monitor, you can checkout the Bebcare iQ baby monitor.
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Question: Can it be voice-activated?
Answer: Yes. The Bebcare has a voice-activated camera and parent unit. When the camera is in idle, the wireless transmission stops between the two units. The parent unit screen turns off automatically if your baby is not crying.
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Question: Can I speak to my child through the Bebcare camera?
Answer: Yes. The Bebcare Motion baby monitor supports talk back function. You press a button on the parent unit to enable talk back -
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Question: What is the Bebcare baby monitor warranty?
Answer: The Bebcare camera comes with a standard one year warranty. We recommend you contact Bebcare if you experience any issue with your model after purchase. You can call them during normal office hours or email their customer support team. Their response time is extremely quick.
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Question: What is Bebcare’ customer service contact info?
Answer: You can email their support team at hello@bebcare.com. Their email support center should get back to you within 24 hours.
Model reviewed: Bebcare Motion Digital Video Baby Monitor
Our rating: 9.8 / 10
Summary: The Bebcare Motion Digital Video Baby Monitor is the best baby monitor of 2020. It comes with all the features you expect from a digital video baby monitor with a ton of added-on features.
Reviewed by: Emilia Hart
Last updated: 20th January, 2024
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