With full spectrum of baby monitor choices, you will find yourself confused over what to choose. Like all other products, you need to pick one that is just right for you and your baby's needs.

There are two types of baby monitor sets, the audio set or the video set. That will depend on your budget and your needs. The audio set is cheaper. The set usually comes with two or more receivers and a transmitter. Sometimes, it also comes with a sensor pad that can detect the breathing pattern of your baby.

The video set comes with a transmitter that has a camera and one or two audio sets with a separate LCD screen or a hand held device with an integrated video screen that will let you see what is happening inside your baby's room. These are more expensive and typically range from $100 and above.

If you do not have such a big house, the audio monitor will be enough. If your house is big and you are usually located in a different floor in your house, you might want to invest in the video monitor set as this can help you monitor better.

Baby monitors come in all sorts of frequencies integrated with a number of channels. I recommend the use of a monitor with 900MHz of frequency. This has the strongest signal that reduces interference. It can also pick up signals despite roadblocks such as trees or buildings. Make sure you pick one that has a wide range.

One that lets you choose from various channels should also be picked. One or two channels do not give you a lot of options. With more channels to choose from, you can easily find the clearest signal.

There are also monitors with DECT technology. If you really want a reliable monitor that has zero interference and you want optimum privacy for you and your baby, pick one with DECT technology.

DECT or Digitally Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications help you establish clear and private connection. This way, you can be assured that nobody is eavesdropping.

As for baby monitor for home security, we do have a few that are highly recommended as following:

(SKU: PZ0108) 2.4GHz Digital Wireless Camera Kit Two-way Speaker IR + Baby Monitor

Features:

1. Digital wireless security kit
2. Two-way speak
3. Stable signal and without interference
4. Transmission information is protected
5. 150M transmission range in open area
6. Built-in rechargeable li-battery lasts for 3 hours
7. Night vision: 10m
8. Baby monitor, suitable for elder care, Home security and Office security
9. Loss prevention Image Device:  1/4'' CMOS Image sensor  
10. Horizontal Definition:  380TV Line  
11. Transmission Signal: Video, Audio
12. Transmission Frequency:  CH1: 2.414GHz  
    CH2: 2.432GHz    CH3: 2.450GHz      CH4: 2.468GHz

(SKU: PL0331) 2.4G Wireless two-way voice LCD Baby Monitor 2 Color Cameras

Features:

• 2.4 inch LCD digital baby monitor W/Lithium battery
• wifi free
• 2 way talk
• vox function
• zoom in/out
• monitor LCD Auto turn on/off
• 940nm invisible IR led .Make the picture clear for all 24 hours
• Receiver inbuilt Li-Battery, can power about 2-3 hours
• You can use 3xAAA or DC 12V to power the transmitter
• The receiver will switch to receive the 2 wireless cameras every 2 seconds or you can receive one of them manually.