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VTech DM221

Based on 1 independent scored test: BabyGearLab (2025). The test scores average 77. With only 1 test, the ranking score is pulled down a little until more testers confirm it.

Tested for US & Canada
69
Shortlist score
Good
#8 of baby monitors
Single test

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BabyGearLab US · Editorial review
BabyGearLab Best Audio Baby Monitors (updated January 6, 2025)
77%
Our scale77
weight 0.60
Sound Clarity (30%)
9.5
Ease of Use (25%)
5.5
Range (20%)
5.5
Battery Life (15%)
10.0
Features (10%)
8.7
Listed at $40
View on babygearlab.com ↗

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