The only downfall is that the baby monitor quality isn't quite on par with other models. The quality isn't poor by any means, but it certainly could be better, for both daytime and night vision. The ability to use this as a bassinet and easily transition to a mini crib makes the Cradlewise stand out very strongly against the smart bassinet competition. Quirks and Annoyances Cradlewise is based in San Francisco, CA, and was founded in 2018 by parents Radhika and Bharath Patil, who saw a need for smart cribs to help soothe babies and let parents get better sleep. If you prefer not to use the pole, the petite camera can be removed and placed directly on a straight and sturdy surface on its own. This is a rechargeable camera so it doesn’t have to be plugged in to operate, so there are no hazardous wires anywhere near your baby. The battery life is impressively long and can comfortably last all night, but it’s advisable to charge it daily to ensure it never runs out of juice.

Overall, we believe there are many advantages of Cradlewise relative to SNOO, making Cradlewise the obvious winner! Overall, transitioning from bassinet to crib was very easy with Cradlewise. Much easier than raising and lowering the mattress height on a conventional crib. Our overall impressions were extremely positive, and for those doing comparison shopping, we think Cradlewise is a better overall option than SNOO. Second, the baby monitor could be of higher quality. Certainly not a deal-breaker and it can accomplish your basic monitoring needs without issue, but don't expect the visual quality of a high-end baby monitor (like the Nanit or Infant Optics). The power of this baby monitor is really in its integration into the crib and its smart features. One of the unique aspects of the Cradlewise is how whisper quiet the bouncing motion is, quieter than any other smart bassinet or crib we have tested!Full disclosure:Cradlewise was generous enough to provide us with a free sample of their smart bassinet and crib for testing, and we're very grateful (thank you!).

We were initially concerned that the mesh would be vulnerable to punctures or tears (from fingernails or little feet). The camera offers 480 x 272 resolution, which is pretty low, but the infrared night vision is adequate and the screen also shows the room temperature. We found this was always two degrees lower than the Gro Egg thermometer we had in the room (almost in the same location), but it gives you a general idea of the rough temperature.

DSLRs use an optical viewfinder, which allows you to see the scene through the lens via a mirror and prism system. Mirrorless cameras use an electronic viewfinder (EVF), which shows you a digital preview of the scene. Some mirrorless cameras also have the option of using the rear LCD screen as a viewfinder. 2. Size and Weight DSLR stands for Digital Single-Lens Reflex, and these cameras have been around for quite some time. They use a mirror and prism system to reflect light into the viewfinder, which allows you to see exactly what your lens is seeing. When you press the shutter button on a DSLR, the mirror flips up and the image is captured by the camera's sensor. What is a Mirrorless Camera? Will the motion work to soothe all babies all the time? No, no smart device can do that, but Cradlewise is a huge step in the right direction! Bassinet to Crib Transitions