For new parents, a baby monitor can quickly become one of those nursery products that gets used every day — and night. The Babysense True Sleep takes the traditional video monitor a step further by combining HD video monitoring with non-contact breathing-movement detection.
The system pairs the Babysense 7 Movement Monitor with the HD S2 Video Baby Monitor, giving parents two ways to keep an eye on their baby while they sleep.
The Best Feature: Non-Contact Breathing Monitoring
One of the most unique feature of this package is the Babysense 7.
Instead of attaching a wearable device to your sleeping baby, Babysense uses two sensor pads that are placed underneath the mattress. The sensors are designed to detect subtle movements associated with breathing without making physical contact.
For parents who don’t want their baby wearing a monitoring device, this is one of the most appealing aspects of the True Sleep system. Babysense says the sensors can alert parents if micro-movements stop for 20 seconds or if movement becomes irregular.
The Video Monitor is Another Great Feature
The HD S2 video monitor includes a 5-inch 720p HD color display, while the camera offers remote pan, tilt and zoom capabilities. It also features night vision, two-way audio, an adjustable night light, white noise, lullabies and temperature alerts.
Split-screen viewing is another useful feature. The system can support up to four cameras, allowing parents to monitor different rooms or children. Two camera feeds can be viewed side-by-side on the screen.
A Must-Have for Parents Wanting Privacy & Security
One of the most interesting things about the Babysense True Sleep is that it doesn’t require Wi-Fi to work!
With no Wi-Fi setup, smartphone app or monthly subscription, the HD S2 uses a relatively secure, private FHSS wireless connection, with Babysense listing a range of up to 1,000 feet in open space.
That could appeal to parents who would rather keep their nursery monitor off the internet and away from potential hackers.
What It’s Like to Use
Independent testing has also highlighted the system’s everyday usability. In a 12-week Mumsnet test, the reviewer found the monitor straightforward to set up and praised its video and sound quality, signal reliability and accessible controls.
There are some practical considerations. The breathing-monitoring system requires its own battery-powered sensor unit, and positioning the sensor system correctly can take some effort.
Is Babysense True Sleep Worth Considering?
The appeal of Babysense True Sleep is that it combines non-contact breathing-movement monitoring, HD video, night vision, two-way audio, remote camera control and nursery-friendly features in one system.
Its strongest differentiator is the under-mattress movement monitoring, while the no-Wi-Fi design, dedicated parent display and multiple-camera capability add to its appeal.
For parents looking for a baby-monitoring system that goes beyond video without requiring a wearable device or internet connection, Babysense True Sleep is an option worth considering.
As with any baby monitor, it should be used as an additional monitoring tool alongside established safe-sleep practices and appropriate parental supervision.
