Those who sleep soundly know it How easy it is to snooze your phone’s overly gentle alarms. For people who can’t get out of bed without a major jolt, extreme alarms have appeared in recent years, from relatively simple puzzle-style alarm phone apps to alarms on wheels and bed-shaking alarms. Not only are they an innovative way to get chronic sleepers out of bed, but they can also be great for those with hearing problems, as they use different frequencies and tones, as well as movement through vibration.
I am a very deep sleeper, so I tested each of these non-traditional extreme alarms every day for a full work week. I chose the extreme alarms that had the best ratings or reviews online, the ones most often found on online retailers like Amazon and in the app store, and I tried to get a versatile range of options that focused on different areas, whether it was sound or activity. While I can say that they worked best at getting me out and helping me sleep, I found the best options for my sleep. stay When I got out of bed, most mornings I woke up anxiously, as if I was being hunted for sport. Be warned, some of these extreme alarm clocks are not for the faint of heart.
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What extreme alarm is it for you?
This all depends on your problem getting out of bed.
If you are someone who goes to bed long after sleeping, opt for alarms that make you physically get out of bed. Many types incorporate movement to get your blood pumping and take away some of that sleepy grogginess, like Clocky, the rolling alarm, or an alarm clock that requires you to shoot a target to turn it off.
If you are hard of hearing, some of these alarms have adjustable tone and volume, which is useful for people with hearing loss in certain ranges. Some of these alarms also have a vibrating pad, which can be inserted between the mattress and box spring or under the top sheet, which wakes the sleeper using a vibrating motion. There is even a wristwatch that shocks the sleeper, which can be useful for those sleeping with partners who do not want to be disturbed by noise.
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