What Is Owlet Care?
Owlet Care is the legacy companion app developed by Owlet Baby Care, Inc. for parents and caregivers who use Owlet's smart nursery monitoring products. Designed to work with the Smart Sock 3, Smart Sock Plus, Owlet Cam, and Owlet Cam 2, the Owlet Care app lets you connect to and stream your Owlet devices from anywhere, giving you real-time visibility into your baby's wellbeing. Available on both Google Play (500K+ downloads, rated 4.7/5) and the App Store (rated 4.5/5 with 3.2K ratings), Owlet Care has become a trusted tool for hundreds of thousands of families worldwide.
The app allows parents to view the history of their child's sleep patterns, oxygen level, and heart rate — providing peace of mind during naps, overnight sleep, and whenever you're away from the nursery. When paired with the Owlet Cam or Owlet Cam 2, you also get HD video streaming with night vision, two-way audio, and smart notifications triggered by sound, motion, and cry detection.
Important: Owlet products are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition. They should not replace the care and oversight of an adult caregiver. If you own the medically-certified Dream Sock, you will need the separate Owlet Dream app instead.
Owlet Care vs. Owlet Dream: Which App Do You Need?
Owlet's ecosystem includes two companion apps, and choosing the right one depends on your product and region:
| Feature | Owlet Care | Owlet Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Product Role | Legacy companion app for older Owlet products | Current app for Dream Sock, Dream Duo, and newer ecosystem |
| Supported Devices | Smart Sock 3, Smart Sock Plus, Owlet Cam, Owlet Cam 2 | Dream Sock, Dream Duo, Cam 1, Cam 2, Owlet360 |
| Health Data | Non-medical wellness tracking | FDA-cleared pulse oximetry readings |
| Feature Updates | Limited ongoing development | Actively receiving new features and enhancements |
| Subscription | No premium tier | Owlet360 premium subscription available |
| Availability | May be restricted in U.S./Canada for new users | Primary recommended app in U.S./Canada |
Regional Note: In the U.S. and Canada, Owlet has shifted users toward the Dream app for current products. Users who never previously downloaded Care may not be able to access it for Smart Sock-only setups. Outside the U.S. and Canada, existing Care app users are unaffected unless they purchase a Dream Sock.
Core Features
Real-Time Baby Monitoring
The Owlet Care app provides real-time monitoring of your baby's heart rate, oxygen saturation levels, and sleep patterns through the Smart Sock sensor. View live readings directly on your smartphone from anywhere with an internet connection, giving you peace of mind whether you're in the next room or away from home.
HD Video Streaming with Night Vision
When connected to the Owlet Cam or Owlet Cam 2, the app delivers 1080p HD live video streaming with automatic infrared night vision. Watch your baby sleep clearly even in complete darkness, with smooth streaming that works on both Wi-Fi and cellular connections.
Two-Way Audio
The built-in two-way talk feature lets you soothe your baby remotely by speaking through the Owlet Cam's speaker. Hear every coo and cry through the app's real-time audio feed, and respond with your voice without entering the nursery.
Smart Notifications
Receive intelligent push notifications when the Owlet system detects changes in your baby's readings. The app alerts you to unusual oxygen levels and heart rate patterns, while the camera sends notifications for sound detection, motion detection, and cry alerts — ensuring you never miss an important moment.
Sleep History & Wellness Trends
Review detailed historical data on your child's sleep duration, oxygen levels, and heart rate trends over time. The Owlet Care app presents this data in easy-to-read charts and timelines, helping you identify sleep patterns and understand your baby's wellness trajectory.
Room Environment Monitoring
The Owlet Cam includes built-in sensors that track room temperature and humidity levels, displayed in the app so you can ensure your baby's nursery environment stays comfortable and safe throughout the night.
Who Is Owlet Care For?
- New parents seeking peace of mind during baby's sleep with real-time oxygen and heart rate monitoring
- Caregivers and grandparents monitoring baby remotely through HD video and two-way audio
- Parents of babies with respiratory concerns who want to track oxygen saturation trends over time
- Families using Smart Sock 3 or Smart Sock Plus looking for a comprehensive companion app
- Multi-camera households managing multiple Owlet Cam devices from a single app
- Parents transitioning from Owlet Care to Dream who need to understand compatibility before upgrading
