Updated September 30, 2026 · NurseryCue Editorial Team
Levana vs Maxi-Cosi
Maxi-Cosi
Levana
Higher score in this comparison
Where Levana and Maxi-Cosi differ
| Compare | LevanaReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | Maxi-CosiReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Monitor type | Video | Smart |
| Price from | $95Lower | $149.99 |
| Video resolution | 1080p | 2k |
| Breathing monitoring | Motion | None |
| Markets | US, CACovers more | US |
| Range (m) | Not confirmed | 182.88 |
| Plan per month | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account required | No | Not confirmed |
| Sleep analytics | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Local storage | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Video encryption | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Parent unit (Yes), Wi-Fi required (No).
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Key differences
- Levana scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at Levana: $95 vs $149.99.
- Support channels: only Levana offers Chat.
- Support channels: only Maxi-Cosi offers Email.
- Levana is available in 1 more country.
- Markets: only Levana offers CA.
Our verdict on each
Levana
Levana sells a dedicated video baby monitor that needs no wifi and no account, with a parent unit in the box and motion-based breathing monitoring. It suits parents who want a fixed camera feed they can carry between rooms, and prices start at $95.
Maxi-Cosi
Maxi-Cosi suits parents who want a single brand across car seats, strollers and sleep products, with seats from $149.99 as a reachable starting point. You get rotating and all in one options, a 45.36 kg limit and a 2 years warranty, and you trade away phone support and reach outside US.
Score breakdown
| Area | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherEntry at $95 with no account and no wifi to pay for later; cost scores 9.4. | 8.4Entry price of $149.99, and 14 of 24 brands on starting price. |
| Offer | 8.7A video monitor at 1080p with a parent unit, no wifi and no account; offer scores 8.7. | 9.0Higherall in one, booster and convertible seat types and full size, compact and travel stroller types, with a 45.36 kg limit on the Pria All-in-One. |
| Trust | 9.7HigherHeadquartered in CA, trading since 2001, with support on chat and help centre; trust scores 9.7. | 9.3Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. is the named legal entity, support runs on email and help centre. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Baby monitors | 16 of 32 | 4 of 32 |
| Baby monitors without Wi-Fi | 9 of 19 | 4 of 19 |
A third option
Jartoo has price from at $89.99, against $95 for Levana and $149.99 for Maxi-Cosi.
Jartoo reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Canada | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2001 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centre | Email, Help centre |
Strollers
| Fact | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Stroller types | Not confirmed | Full size, Compact, Travel, Travel system |
| Reference models | Not confirmed | Pria All-in-One, Romi 2-in-1, Peri 180 |
| Price up to | Not confirmed | $999.99 |
| Lightest model (kg) | Not confirmed | 7.3 |
| Folded size | Not confirmed | 25 x 43.5 x 52.5 |
| One-hand fold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Cabin-size fold | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Suitable from birth | Not confirmed | Carrycot |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 24.9 |
| Compatible car seats | Not confirmed | Ambra, Peri 180, Mico |
| Standards | Not confirmed | Fmvss 213 |
| Warranty | Not confirmed | 2 years |
| Recalls | Not confirmed | Dorel Juvenile Voluntary Recall Certain Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Convertible Child Seats, Maxi Cosi Mico Infant Child Restraint System Base Recall Extension |
Cribs and bassinets
| Fact | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Not confirmed | Bassinet, Bedside crib, Smart sleeper, Crib |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | Not confirmed | 9.07 |
| Mattress included | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Mattress size | Not confirmed | 32 x 20 in |
| Converts to | Not confirmed | Toddler bed, Daybed |
| Smart features | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rental option | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Levana | Maxi-Cosi | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $95lowest quarter | $149.99at the median | $149.99 |
| Range (m) | Not confirmed | 182.88lowest quarter | 304.8 |
| Plan per month | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
Median across 17 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Levana
Pros
- Wifi is not required, so the feed works in a nursery the router does not reach and needs no phone or app.
- A parent unit is included in the kit, so the screen you watch comes in the box rather than from your own handset.
- No account is required, so setup stops at pairing the camera with the unit.
Cons
- Support runs on chat and help centre, so there is no phone number for a unit that fails at bedtime.
- Wifi required is no and account required is no, so the feed stays on the parent unit in the room, unlike Arenti's smart monitor, which is watched on a handset.
- Where Levana sells is set by US and CA, so delivery outside those markets needs checking before ordering.
Maxi-Cosi
Pros
- The Pria All-in-One covers children up to 45.36 kg and 48-132 cm tall, so one shell carries several growth stages.
- Entry cost is modest: the cheapest convertible starts at $149.99, and strollers run as high as $999.99 at the other end.
- The Peri 180 rotates and ships with a load leg or rebound bar, so an infant seat can be turned to face the door on arrival.
Cons
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so there is no listed phone line for a fitting problem the week of a trip.
- The range ships to US, so anyone elsewhere should confirm delivery before ordering a seat or a stroller.
- Safety notices have been published for the brand, Dorel Juvenile Voluntary Recall Certain Maxi Cosi Pria 85 Convertible Child Seats and Maxi Cosi Mico Infant Child Restraint System Base Recall Extension, so model names deserve a check before you buy anything used.
Who each suits
Levana
Who it suits
- Parents who want video without a router, a phone or a sign-up.
- Families who would rather carry a parent unit around than keep opening an app.
- Shoppers in US and CA, where the store delivers.
Who should look elsewhere
- Parents who want to check the nursery from a phone while out: Arenti's smart monitor is built around app viewing, where Levana's video set keeps the feed on the parent unit.
- Parents who want the nursery on a handset while away from home: Hubble Connected's smart range targets that, and a pair of screens is no use in a room with the baby.
- Shoppers comparing across types rather than price: Chillax Technology's smart monitor is a different kind of kit, so spec sheets line up less neatly.
Maxi-Cosi
Who it suits
- Parents who want one brand from the first seat to the first stroller, since the range covers all in one, booster and convertible seat types and full size, compact and travel stroller types.
- Shoppers who want the most child covered per seat: the Pria runs to 45.36 kg, which ranks 10 of 24 brands on that limit.
- Buyers in US who want strollers with a one hand fold and a cabin size fold, and want sleep products in the same place.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs phone support, since support runs on email and help centre only; check Safety 1st if a call is your first stop.
- Buyers outside US, who should start with Britax or Evenflo to see whether their range is listed for their own market.
- Parents whose child needs a rear facing cap above 40 lbs, 40 in in a single seat, who should compare the Evenflo range alongside this one.
Country by country
| Country | Levana | Maxi-Cosi |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | Yes |
Questions about each
Levana
How much does a Levana baby monitor cost?+
Levana's monitors start at $95, which places the brand at position 8 of 25 on the site's entry price comparison. Because wifi is not required and no account is needed, the price shown is the hardware cost rather than the start of a paid plan.
Does a Levana monitor need wifi or an app?+
No on both counts. Wifi required is no and account required is no, so the monitor runs on its own signal and there is nothing to sign up for or pair. That suits a nursery with poor wireless coverage, or a parent who would rather not set up another account.
Maxi-Cosi
What does a Maxi-Cosi car seat cost to start with?+
The entry convertible is the cheapest seat at $149.99. The range around it is Pria All-in-One, Romi 2-in-1, Peri 180, and the stroller side runs as high as $999.99. Both ends of that spread matter when you are working out a car seat budget that has to cover several stages.
Is there an ongoing cost or subscription on the smart monitor?+
The smart monitor is listed with a monitor type of smart and a plan month of $0. Wifi required is no, so it can run without relying on a router, and video encryption is yes, with local storage and sleep analytics both listed on the same unit.
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