The remote access feature is genuinely brilliant for checking in while you're out or at work, and the battery life means you're not constantly hunting for chargers, but connectivity can be frustratingly unreliable with dropped connections. Perfect for parents who travel for work or want grandparents to peek in remotely; skip it if you just need basic room-to-room monitoring or have a larger home where range matters.
⚠️The WiFi-dependent remote access feature only works when your home internet is stable, and some users report it disconnects frequently or won't connect outside the home network.
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“Great video quality and battery life, but connectivity can be spotty”
Solid Choice
The VTech RM5766HD is a well-regarded smart video monitor that impresses many UK parents with its 1080p HD video, smooth pan/tilt, and useful night light. The 5-inch display provides a clear view, and the monitor's 15-22 hour battery life allows it to last through the night. However, some users report frustrating connectivity problems, with the camera randomly disconnecting from the parent unit. Overall, it's a solid choice for most families, but those with unreliable home WiFi may want to consider alternatives.
What parents love
Worth knowing
Best for
- Families with reliable home WiFi networks
- Parents who value clear video and long battery life
May not suit
- Homes with spotty or unstable internet connections
- Parents who need a monitor to work seamlessly on battery alone
Tips from parents
Consider your home's WiFi coverage and stability, as connectivity issues seem to be the main downside
Keep the monitor plugged in whenever possible to avoid battery-related disconnects
Use the secure mounting options to keep the camera out of reach of curious little hands
Product details
- 5-inch HD color display with 10x digital zoom
- 360-degree pan, tilt, and zoom camera
- Automatic infrared night vision
- Multi-color night light and temperature sensor
- 5 soothing sounds and 5 lullabies
- Two-way talk
Specifications & features
Key features
- Up to 22 hours of battery life
- Manually adjustable camera angle
- 5 Inch high definition colour LCD screen
- Temperature, cry sensor and night vision
- 5 calming melodies and 5 soft ambient sounds
- 7 colour night light automatically adjusts brightness for ideal lighting
- Two way talk back feature & Wide angle viewing up to 135 degrees around the room
- Download the free MyVtech Baby Pro App to see your baby via your smartphone and tablet
- WiFi connection required only to use additional app-based features. Basic features do not require WiFi
