The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock
Once detected at dawn, light of sufficient intensity helps to suppress your levels of melatonin. This may make you feel less tired.
What we looked for
I tested each recommended sunrise alarm clock on my bedside in a room with black-out curtains to see how much it could really brighten a room over the course of its sunrise routine. I slept with each sunrise alarm for anywhere between one and seven nights, depending on its performance. I also tried out the various sound options each machine had to offer to both test the speakers and see how pleasant the sounds were to wake up or fall asleep to. If there was a nighttime routine option, I tested that too.
Bright light
A sunrise alarm clock should offer enough brightness to rouse you from slumber.
User-friendliness
We sought out sunrise alarm clocks that were intuitive to use. No hard-to-access snooze buttons.
Pleasant alarms
Mornings shouldn’t feel like a jolt but instead a gentle nudge. We favored options that offered pleasant wake-up sounds.
An array of resources
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PHILIPS SmartSleep Sleep and Wake-Up Light
- Natural, customizable sunrise and sunset simulation
- Multiple alarm sounds and FM radio option
- PowerBack-Up+ for reliability
- Clinically proven to improve sleep quality
- Easy-to-use touch controls
Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock
- Natural and customizable sunrise and sunset simulations
- High-quality sound machine with a range of soothing sounds
- Smart light with multiple color and intensity options
- Access to guided sleep routines and meditation programs
- Sleek, modern design that fits well with any decor