"A flexible monitor for both home and away, trading verified security for a deep feature list."
The monitor captures video at 1080p resolution, but this image is then compressed and streamed to the handheld 5-inch parent unit, which has a lower native screen resolution. The image on the unit is clear, but it is not the same as watching a 1080p video on a native 1080p display.
This is for parents who need a traditional, local monitor for home use (e.g., for a babysitter) but also want the ability to check in from work or elsewhere via a smartphone app. The dual-system design solves a common dilemma and is the main reason to choose this model.
Anyone who needs only a simple, non-internet-connected local monitor can find cheaper, more straightforward options. Those with serious privacy concerns should be wary of vague 'advanced encryption' claims and a feature that allows sharing access with 20 different users.