Sunrise Alarms

Sunrise alarm clocks I've tested for the part that matters — ramp length, peak brightness, and whether the light is actually bright enough to wake you. Lab numbers, not marketing.

8 reviews

Sunrise Alarms

Dreamegg Sunrise 1 Review: Hatch Looks, Under a Quarter of the Light

It looks like a Hatch Restore for less than half the price. On the spectrometer it puts out under a quarter of the light, and the sunrise has no brightness control. Here's what that means for waking up.12 min read
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Rise Centered Sunrise Alarm Clock Review: Gorgeous, and Dimmer Than You Think

A hand-carved Himalayan salt sphere that makes the loveliest light of any clock I've tested, and the least of it. Here's what the spectrometer, the flicker meter and a 30-minute video actually found.14 min read
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Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks 2026: I Tested 15 With a Light Meter

I tested 15 sunrise alarm clocks with a spectrometer and flicker meter. Top picks measured: Lumie Shine 300 hits 360 lux at the bedside, Hue Twilight hits 395.17 min read
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Lumie Bodyclock Review: Lab Tested (Shine vs. Luxe)

We tested 4 Lumie Bodyclocks. See the lux output, flicker analysis, and why the Shine 300 is the brightest but might not be the best choice.6 min read
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Hatch Restore Review: Worth the Subscription? (Tested)

Is the Hatch Restore 3 the best sleep assistant? Our lab tests reveal the truth about its brightness, flicker, and whether Hatch+ is worth the cost.9 min read
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Philips SmartSleep Review: HF3500 vs. HF3520 vs. HF3650

Confused by the SmartSleep models? We tested all three. Compare lux, flicker, and alarm features to find the right Philips sunrise alarm for you.5 min read
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Philips Hue Twilight Review: The Ultimate Sleep Lamp?

We tested the Hue Twilight's sunrise and sunset features. See the spectral data, lux output, and if this expensive lamp is worth the investment.5 min read
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Casper Glow Light Review: Great Night Light, Weak Alarm?

We tested the Casper Glow Light. See our spectral data, flicker analysis, and why this portable sleep lamp might be better for travel than waking up.4 min read