The VTech VM991 Safe & Sound Baby Monitor delivers sharp HD video and will record a clip when your infant moves, but its Wi-Fi connectivity is inconsistent and its audio quality could be better.

The VTech Safe & Sound Owl Digital Video Baby Monitor, VTech's most feature-rich offering, sells for about $200 online and at retailers.

Audio monitors will relay sound from your baby’s nursery to you via a transmitter. These will most likely be your least expensive option.

Best audio-only baby monitor: VTech DM221 Best Wi-Fi-enabled baby monitor: Lollipop Baby Monitor Should I get a Wi-Fi-connected baby monitor or stick with a local-video baby monitor?

The in-home baby camera includes a temperature monitor, automatic night vision, and a sound-activated screen.

VTech’s goal was to make the outside of the Whiz Kid look as much like a real portable computer was possible, and didn’t give nearly as much thought to the electronics inside. So why should you?

The VTech VM981 Safe & Sound Expandable HD is a step up from conventional baby monitors but it still lacks some key features. Best to keep exploring your options in this growing category. The boom ...