Top 10 Reasons Why Harbor is Better Than Nanit

Talk to any parent with young kids, and they’ll immediately tell you why you should get a certain car seat, stroller, or other baby necessity. When it comes to baby monitors though, parents are left with lackluster options. We have written a comprehensive overview of baby monitors here but outline the top 10 specific reasons why Harbor is better than Nanit and their Nanit Pro Camera.

  1. Reliability: Harbor works even without an internet connection, ensuring consistent monitoring. Nanit, however, does not work if your internet Wi-Fi goes down, making it a system you cannot depend upon. Importantly, Harbor’s dedicated Monitor will alert you if there is a disconnect for any reason. This is something that is impossible for Nanit.
  2. Security with On Device Storage: Harbor’s end-to-end encryption keeps your baby's data safe.  Harbor secures your data on the device itself, avoiding the privacy risks associated with cloud storage. Nanit relies on external cloud services, which can be less secure.
  3. Higher Resolution: Harbor streams in up to 2k resolution, providing crystal-clear images of your baby. Nanit’s 1080p resolution, while decent, doesn’t offer the same level of detail and clarity. With most people forced to use these WiFi Camera systems on an iPhone, it can be very difficult to see any level of details.
  4. Better Night Vision: Harbor uses two 940nm infrared LEDs that are less intrusive, promoting better sleep for your baby. Nanit has more and higher intensity LEDs which may be disruptive to sleep.
  5. Dedicated Monitor: Harbor includes a 10-inch monitor that streams locally for faster, more reliable performance. Nanit relies on a mobile app, which can crash or be less dependable during critical moments.
  6. Non-Intrusive Monitoring: Harbor does not sell unreliable biometric devices like the Nanit breathing band, which can cause false alarms and unnecessary stress. Instead, it focuses on reliable video monitoring that doesn’t disturb your baby’s sleep. For more details on why biometric devices are a bad idea, check out Harbor’s detailed blog article.
  7. Customizable Guest Access: Harbor allows you to grant temporary access to babysitters with customizable schedules and expiration dates, enhancing security and convenience. Nanit requires ongoing management of guest permissions, which can be cumbersome and leave your family wondering who still has access to your feeds.
  8. Smart Audio Alerts: Harbor’s intelligent audio alerts filter out unnecessary noise, ensuring you only hear what’s important. This feature minimizes disturbances and helps parents get better rest.
  9. Remote Night Nanny Service: Harbor offers an affordable Remote Night Nanny service, providing professional monitoring and support for a fraction of traditional costs. This service ensures expert care when you need it most.
  10. Price: In most cases, Harbor is less expensive than Nanit! Check out this chart for comparison.

Some parents may be considering the differences when it comes to Owlet vs. Nanit. Harbor is a better choice in every way against both products. For more details and an expanded description, check out this robust overview of all systems.

We started Harbor because our Nanit failed on us. More on that story here.

Parents and kids deserve better. So we built it!