8 Bedtime gadgets for the best sleep of your life

Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Many of us do. First things first: put down your smartphone. Next: check out this list.

• How much sleep do we really need? Adults should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night.
• What’s the biggest cause of insomnia? While insomnia refers to habitual sleeplessness, you may be having trouble sleeping if you use your devices at night. Blue light suppresses melatonin so your body can’t drift off.
• Can technology help you sleep better? There has been so much innovation in this space – check out our entire bedtime category to find more!

Sleep. We all need it yet so many of us have trouble getting enough. From stress at work to not having enough hours in the day, very few actually achieve a full eight hours of sleep each night.

Whether you’re on your phone too much in bed (tsk, tsk!) or you have an extremely demanding schedule, it’s crucial you get adequate sleep. Check out these bedtime gadgets to help you get some rest.

SleepSmart Intelligent Adjustable Pillow

For great sleep, you have to start with great support. The SleepSmart pillow keeps your head at the perfect height and uses premium materials for total comfort. Plus, the subtle vibrations will gently wake you up when it’s time.
(Price: $100)

Why you’ll love it: It also pairs with an app to monitor and analyze your sleep patterns.

SNOOZ White Noise Machine

If you’re the type who needs some background noise while you sleep, this is the device for you. It produces totally adjustable white noise with 10 levels to choose from. Plus, you can control it from your smartphone.
(Price: $79.99)

Why you’ll love it: You get all the noise of a fan without the gusty winds.

Somnox Robotic Cuddling Pillow

They say there’s someone for everyone. But, if you don’t have someone to share your bed with, check out this cuddly robot. Featuring meditation, heartbeats, lullabies, and the option to upload your own audio, you’ll sleep like a baby.
(Price: $598.81)

Why you’ll love it: It also regulates your breathing to help you drift off to sleep.

DreamME ORBIT Sleep and Relaxation Aid

Although it does involve your smartphone, the DreamME ORBIT is nothing like looking at a screen. Following the prompts projected onto your ceiling, it helps you to fully relax for a deeper sleep.
(Price: $18.91)

Why you’ll love it: It’s quick and easy to set up and follow.

Bedjet Climate Control System

After you fall asleep, staying asleep is the tricky part and it’s all about temperature. This climate control system delivers a steady flow of air underneath your sheets to prevent sweating and body moisture.
(Price: $339)

Why you’ll love it: With automated temperature profiles, it adapts to your needs throughout the night.

Dodow Metronome Light Sleep System

Following the foundations of music, Dodow helps you fall asleep up to 2.5 times faster. Sitting on your nightstand, it forces you to regulate your breathing to calm you before drifting off in only eight minutes.
(Price: $59)

Why you’ll love it: In addition to the audio, it also uses light for a truly relaxing experience.

TUWAN Smart Anti-Snore Pillow Pad

Snoring can be disruptive both for the snorer and anyone in the bed (or the house!). TUWAN actually detects snoring and uses airbags to lift the snorer’s head. As a result, the snoring stops.
(Price: $169)

Why you’ll love it: It’s totally safe and effective so you can finally throw away those earplugs.

Zen Blanket Luxury Weighted Blanket

Expensive for a blanket? Yes. But how can you put a price on a great night’s sleep? With evenly distributed weight, this cozy blanket offers deep pressure stimulation to reduce your stress (read: help you sleep).
(Price: $148)

Why you’ll love it: It comes in four different sizes for the entire family.

Do you have any top tips for a great night’s rest? Let us know in the comments!