8 Smart alarm clocks that will always wake you up on time
Do you struggle to wake up in the morning? How many times do you hit snooze before you start your day? It’s a problem many people have and these smart alarm clocks are the answer.
- What’s the most popular time people wake up? A whopping 23% of us wake up between 6am and 6:30am.
- When’s the best time to wake up for our bodies? Right after the REM stage of your sleep cycle. The cycles are about 90 minutes each, so plan your sleep and wake up times accordingly.
- Is there anything that can help us fall asleep faster? Absolutely! Check out these 12 bedtime gadgets to give you the best sleep of your life.
Waking up is hard to do. When the comfort and coziness of your bed are calling, it can be futile to try and tear yourself away. Rather than hitting snooze one more time, you need a solution that will get you up and at ‘em.
Smart alarm clocks are the answer to all your waking woes. This list is chock full of practical yet innovative alarms to help you actually get out of bed.
Ruggie Alarm Clock Rug
Nothing gets you out of bed in the morning like needing to get out of bed. This small rug sounds off at your desired time in the morning. But in order to turn it off, you’ll have to put both feet on top for three (long) seconds. That’s enough movement to wake you up for good.
(Price: $79)
Why we love it: There’s no way this alarm clock doesn’t get you up.
Nintendo Game Over Alarm Clock
If standing on a rug isn’t quite enough, try the Nintendo Game Over Alarm Clock. Looking just like a Game Boy, it actually plays the Super Mario Land theme song to awaken you. In addition, you can use the included Nintendo controller to set your alarm each night for a touch of nostalgia.
(Price: $32.99)
Nintendo Game Over Alarm Clock
Why we love it: It takes us right back to the 90s.
Withings Aura Connected Alarm Clock
There are few things as disruptive as a blaring alarm clock at 6 o’clock in the morning. The Aura Alarm Clock instead uses a smart light to gently wake you. Or, you can have it play your favorite tunes. In addition, it uses the same light technology to help you fall asleep.
(Price: $139.48)
Withings Aura Connected Alarm Clock
Why we love it: It’s a gentle and natural way to wake up.
Sandman USB Charging Alarm Clock
Taking on a classic digital clock approach, this nifty alarm actually has four USB ports on the back to keep your devices charged and ready for when you wake up. The bold red numbers also automatically adjust to brightness so they’ll never be too much.
(Price: $29.99)
Sandman USB Charging Alarm Clock
Why we love it: You’ll never wake up to a dead device again.
BEDDI Glow Smart Alarm Clock
This nifty device really does it all. When it’s time to wake up, it pairs your music with energizing lighting to get you ready for the day. Plus, it plays white noise and even has two USB ports on the back for charging your devices.
(Price: $37.50)
Why we love it: You get a personalized soundtrack to your morning.
HyperCube Wireless Charger Sleep Aid
After this clever system helps you drift off to sleep, it gently wakes you so you feel refreshed each morning. But it does so much more. There’s a built-in light, wireless charging, a sound library, a touchscreen display, and a handy app so you can manage it all.
(Price: $99)
HyperCube Wireless Charger Sleep Aid
Why we love it: It’s a one-stop-shop for all your waking (and charging) needs.
Mella Children’s Alarm Clock
Sleep training kids can be tough; they’re like your own personal alarm clocks each morning. The Mella clock actually uses lights and facial expressions to keep your kids in bed until it’s the right time to get up, meaning you can sleep until your actual alarm clock goes off.
(Price: $50)
Mella Children’s Alarm Clock
Why we love it: Because parents should be able to sleep in just a bit.
SensorWake Smell-Based Alarm Clock
No list of great alarm clocks would be complete without SensorWake. Taking the industry by storm, this alarm clock brings smell-o-vision to life so you can literally wake up and smell the coffee (or croissants, or even money!). There simply isn’t a better way to wake up.
(Price: $67)
Why we love it: Innovative and effective, it sports some impressive technology.
What are your tried and true methods for waking up in the morning? Let us know in the comments below!
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