The Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen: Is This the Only Gadget Your Nursery Needs?

A Look at the Upgraded Features (and What to Know)

So the big "plus" upgrades are total game-changers for a lot of parents. The two-way audio monitor lets you listen in on your baby right from the Hatch app on your phone, and you can even talk back through it to soothe them without creaking open the nursery door. The rechargeable battery is a lifesaver, meaning you can bring it into the living room for a contact nap or take it to grandma's house for the night without being tied to a plug. And the dimmable clock is just a super handy feature for those bleary-eyed, middle-of-the-night checks.

• Replaces three or four nursery gadgets.
• Listen and talk to your baby.
• Take your baby's sleep sounds anywhere.

Unlike the original Rest, which used Bluetooth, the Rest+ connects to your home's Wi-Fi. This is a huge deal because it means you can control it or listen in from anywhere your phone has a signal, not just when you're in the next room. You can be downstairs making dinner and adjust the sound, or even check in from the office if you want to hear your baby snoozing.

The Rest+ is a bigger investment than the original, and it’s for the parent who loves the idea of a true all-in-one solution. This newer version is designed to be controlled almost entirely from your phone, giving you that amazing remote access. It's just something to keep in mind if you're someone who prefers having more physical buttons to press on the device itself.

And of course, it still does all the amazing things the original is famous for. You have a huge library of soothing sounds and a whole rainbow of light colors to create the perfect, calming environment. The "Time-to-Rise" feature is still there, which becomes your absolute best friend for teaching your toddler when it's okay to get out of bed in the morning (and let you sleep in!).

The Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen is the ultimate nursery multi-tool, combining so many essential gadgets into one beautiful, easy-to-use device. It’s a fantastic splurge for the tech-savvy parent who loves convenience and all-in-one solutions. If you want the one gadget to rule them all for your nursery, this is it.