The Lumie Sunrise Alarm is currently priced at £49 via John Lewis, but new members of the cashback website TopCashback can bring the effective price down further to £31.96, including £4.50 delivery. Existing TopCashback members can also save, with the alarm clock working out to £46.96, including delivery, once cashback is taken into account.
How to get the deal
To get the deal, shoppers need to sign up to TopCashback, click through to the John Lewis website via the cashback site and complete their purchase as normal. The cashback should then track to their TopCashback account, although shoppers should be aware that it can take up to seven days to become payable.
How the Lumie Sunrise Alarm works
The Lumie uses gradual light simulation to regulate the body's natural circadian rhythm, making waking up in the morning and falling asleep at night feel far less abrupt. As light brightens through closed eyelids, it signals the brain to reduce sleep hormone (melatonin) production and boost cortisol, helping the body wake up naturally.
This model starts 30 minutes before the set alarm time, with a warm white bulb that gradually brightens. Shoppers who prefer a backup audio cue can set the optional alarm to a classic beep or choose from five expertly recorded natural sounds, such as a blackbird, tree frogs, or an osprey.
What's more, the clock doubles as a wind-down aid with its 30-minute dimming sunset feature, which gradually fades the light to signal to the brain that it's time to sleep. It also has six mood lighting options: green, red, blue, pink, orange and light blue.
What shoppers say
Shoppers have given the Lumie Sunrise Alarm great feedback. One person, via Boots, shared: "I bought this item a few days ago, and it has already had fantastic effects! I'm not a morning person, but I woke up more refreshed and alert. The mood lighting is so relaxing! Not sure about the goat noises as a wake-up call, but I love the frogs."
Meanwhile, a second said: "I am really enjoying waking up to the sunrise effect and birdsong. It has made a big difference to my ability to get out of bed during dark winter mornings." However, they added: "My only gripe is the button design, especially those at the back. It's annoying having to rotate the alarm to see what buttons I need to press. Also, they could be labelled better. But overall, a good alarm."
On a brighter note, another Lumie fan wrote: "I love my Lumie light, makes waking up in the winter so much easier, and I don't feel so tired." And another said: "A wonderful clock with lights to lift those low autumnal and winter moods, leaving you feeling uplifted."
One more reviewer added: "The pleasant alarm sounds to gently rouse you in the mornings, together with the gently brightening light. My favourite alarm sound is the birds tweeting."
Alternatives to shop
Beyond Lumie, another popular option is the Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light (£162.99). This premium model offers a soft 30-minute sunrise simulation, tap-to-snooze function, and ten adjustable light intensities.
Otherwise, the Groov-e Light Curve Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock (£33.92, Amazon) is a reliable budget-friendly pick. It has a host of features, including a radio function, and has eight alarm sounds to choose from.
How to sign up for TopCashback
Sign up as a new member at TopCashback for free via this link. Search for John Lewis, click through, and buy the Lumie Sunrise Alarm at the normal price. Get £15 cashback when spending £15 or more on an item. The cashback will be credited to the TopCashback 'Earnings' page within seven days of purchase.
