With the clocks set to go back this weekend, Amazon has cut the price of the Dreamegg Sunrise Alarm Clock, which The Standard's expert home appliances reviewer, Ellis Cochrane, rated as the number-one sunrise alarm clock. The clock is now available for £45.99, reduced from £69.99.
Why Sunrise Alarm Clocks Help
Sunrise alarm clocks are designed to mimic the effects of waking up with a sunrise, providing a gentle light that brightens gradually to simulate a natural sunrise. This helps regulate your circadian rhythm so you wake up feeling refreshed rather than startled.
The benefits extend beyond those who struggle with shorter, darker days, such as people with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), to also include heavy sleepers or those prone to sleeping through typical alarms.
Expert Insights on Light and Sound
Rosie Scott, osteopath, founder of Erin Health and specialist in headache disorders, emphasised the importance of combining light and sound. "In truth, it is better to wake up to both," she said. "Light to begin the process and a low sound as a backstop. Light alone is unreliable, while a sudden noise on its own is a startle response, which is a poor way to start any day."
This is particularly relevant for those prone to migraines or grogginess.
Reviewer's Verdict on the Dreamegg
Ellis Cochrane praised the Dreamegg Sunrise Alarm Clock for its ease of use, excellent sounds and light settings, dinky size, and the fact that it requires no app. She noted the absence of a sunset timer as a minor drawback.
"With its dinky size, elegant linen finish, and impressive array of sleep-aid sounds, mood lighting, and adjustable sunlight settings, Dreamegg's Sunrise 1 was an immediate favourite of mine," Cochrane said. "In fact, it is the one I still have on my bedside table to this day."
The clock offers 9 colour settings, 29 sleep-aid sounds, and measures 15 × 15 × 7.3cm. It includes nature sounds, with gentle birdsong being a personal favourite of the reviewer, and allows users to dim or switch off the clock face entirely for those who prefer a dark room.
The Dreamegg Sunrise Alarm Clock is available at the discounted price of £45.99 on Amazon.co.uk.
