DreamTech Sunrise Alarm Clock and Sound Machine

Why we picked it. A wood-grain bedside clock that brightens gradually from 1% to 100% over 5 to 60 minutes before your alarm, with sunset dimming and 26 sounds such as white, pink and brown noise, rain and ocean waves. Physical controls, no app, a dimmable display and a backup battery that saves settings keep it simple to live with.

Who it's for. A gentle light alarm, sound machine and night light in one wood-look clock.

• Sunrise and sunset light, 8 night light colors
• 26 sounds, 5 to 180 minute sleep timer
• Dimmable LED display, 59 in power cord, no app needed

Ships from DreamTech in the US.