Don't be fooled by the promised improved speaker technology: there's only so much you can do about the laws of physics and the Echo will not deliver big, impressive audio. People who struggle to fall asleep will also love this clock’s silent second hand—no tick-tock to distract you while you try to snooze. By the time I chase [Clocky] down, I’m turning off my other alarms and getting ready for my workout. But, for those who just need some extra stimuli to wake up in the morning (or for those hard of hearing), a specific kind of alarm clock can help. Heavy sleepers may struggle to get out of bed because they keep hitting the snooze button—why is why an alarm clock with no snooze function can help ensure that you actually wake up and don’t just go back to sleep.

You can use it to help you sleep as well as to wake you up: there's a 30-minute dimmer that slowly lowers the light level to help you drop off. An alarm clock that's also a smart speaker can also give you the weather forecast, traffic report or play your favourite podcast; one with Bluetooth can pair with your phone for a getting-ready soundtrack. And Alexa is very convenient, enabling you to get information and control tech such as Hue lights with simple voice commands.By sticking the alarm clock on twin powered wheels and giving it a fairly loud speaker, Clocky is the alarm clock you won't sleep through. There’s also a nine-minute snooze button that you can press unlimited times until the alarm is turned off. Some people may struggle to wake up to a typical alarm clock just because they’re more tolerant of noises. Super sound sleepers may get on best with louder and even vibrating clocks that are guaranteed to wake just about anybody. Good for heavy sleepers and people with hearing loss, this retro alarm clock isn’t just stylish and super loud—it also doesn’t have a snooze button.

Using too loud of an alarm clock can trigger your stress response and essentially shock your body into waking up in the morning which, in turn, can lead to other negative effects on the body,” warns Harris. If you currently use the alarm on your phone, then the iHome Bluetooth Color Changing Dual Alarm clock is the best alarm clock for you. When it comes to finding the best alarm clocks, heavy sleepers will need stronger stimuli than typical sleepers to wake up. It doubles as a digital photo frame too, and while it includes a camera – something that generally speaking, you don't want in a device that's next to your bed – there's a panel you can slide over it for peace of mind. It vibrates stronger than a phone would, and between the two, it will definitely make sure that you’ve woken up.You’ll have to chase him down and turn him off, making this the perfect alarm clock to ensure that you actually get out of bed every morning. Additionally, Prevention also examines hundreds of reviews—and often conducts personal testing done by our staff—to help you make informed decisions.

D., longevity specialist, functional medicine doctor, and sleep doctor for Mattress Firm, recommends sunlight alarm clocks. She's a pro at finding the best products on the market and presenting them for your viewing pleasure. The Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock is as relentless as it sounds and is one of the best alarm clocks for heavy sleepers. Previously the Editorial Assistant at Good Housekeeping, she earned her bachelor’s degree in creative writing and psychology from Johns Hopkins University.For those that need even more stimulation, consider giving your brain some exercise to help it get out of that sleep mode. It’s equipped with two loud settings—70 decibels and 120 decibels—that are as body-jolting as a thunderclap or chainsaw. If you’re not sure about how you’re sleeping, wearable technology such as the Oura ring or Fitbit can be super helpful.