Alarm clocks are essential, and we would simply be lost without one. Many rely on their smartphones and devices for the all important - yet dreaded - wake-up call, and us included.
In fact, we set multiple alarms because the fear of snoozing and sleeping through the alarm, missing work, or an appointment gets our anxiety levels rising.
Alarm clocks that are blaring loud are not always an essential, as light to wake alarm clocks can also work wonders.
However, if you do prefer the conventional alarm clocks with buzzers or sirens, especially for the deep sleepers out there, we have found a whole host of alarm clocks to wake you up out of your slumber and help get your routine on track.
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Best alarm clocks in 2023
Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100
Lumie is the go-to brand in our opinion for those looking for a soft awakening when the morning comes, as well as a little helping hand when it comes to settling down in the evening too.
The Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 is our personal favourite, as you can rely solely on the light to wake setting, or include an alarm sound too, which can vary from classic ringing to birdsong, so you feel like real life Sleeping Beauty.
Top review: "This is the absolute best way to wake up. No more jolting awake with an alarm, instead gently wake up with the brightening light. If you don’t like mornings then this is a must."
Best for: light sleepers, heavy sleepers, meditation fans, SAD sufferers
Lumie Bodyclock Spark 100 wake-up light alarm clock, £84 (WAS £99), Boots
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Amazon
Amazon is the place to shop absolutely everything, we know that. But did you know you can get bed shaking alarm clocks to make sure you don’t miss that 9am meeting?
If you’re on the hunt for a loud alarm clock to really set the cat amongst the pigeons, you have met your match with Mesqool’s top-rated design.
Top review: "Bought this for my elderly Dad who wears two hearing aids, which he takes out at night as his old digital alarm clock wasn't loud enough to wake him up and he was regularly sleeping through it when it went off. Great that this alarm clock has a second alarm option as it means that even if he gets up and switches the first alarm off, if he goes back to bed he gets woken up again. The vibration feature is also a great feature. Definitely 5 stars from me!"
Best for: Heavy sleepers
Mesqool Loud Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker, £22.94, Amazon
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Bush
Looking for a classic and conventional alarm clock, which you can see clearly even when you’re bleary eyed and sleep deprived, but can also hear?
This is your answer. The Bush creation features 20 pre-set options so you can tailor your alarm so it doesn’t go off on weekends if you don’t need it to.
Top review: "Nice big screen can see it across the room nice shape and display can be dimmed plug in and no noise."
Best for: Heavy sleepers, visibly impaired, music lovers
Bush Big LED Alarm Clock Radio, £14.99, Argos
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Philips
With over 5,000 glowing reviews the Philips Wake Up Light alarm clock is not to be missed.
It works in a similar way to Lumie designs, as it features sunrise to wake option, as well as five alarm sounds, perfect for every type of sleeper, and any age too.
Top review: "This is probably one of the best things I've bought, especially for winter months. I wake up naturally and fall asleep calmly with this, with no bright lights or loud alarm clocks."
Best for: Light sleepers, meditative fans
Philips Wake Up Light, £119.66, Amazon
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Lenovo
One that has caught our attention is from tech brand Lenovo. The Lenovo Smart Clock has in-built Alexa so you can control your alarm clock hands free - just be careful when snoozing.
Top review: "Decent display that dims properly in the dark. Great having access to Alexa in a clock radio substitute."
Best for: Heavy sleepers, light sleepers, tech whizzes, meditative sleepers, music fans
LENOVO Smart Clock Essential with Alexa, £25.99 (Was £59.95), Currys
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Roberts Sound
A Roberts Radio is one failsafe item many lust after, but there’s a new kid on the block, which is perfect for the bedroom.
The Roberts Sound ticks all the boxes, as you can enjoy “crystal-clear digital radio, wireless Bluetooth listening”, according to the website, as well as four alarms. Plus it plays CDs, and can charge your smart device. The only thing it doesn’t do is the laundry.
Top review: "Bought this to compliment another Dab radio with the added benefit of a cd player. It's compact size, clear sound and great choice of radio programmes make it great value."
Best for: Heavy sleepers, light sleepers, music fans
Roberts Sound48 DAB/DAB+/FM/CD Bluetooth Clock Radio, £89.99, John Lewis
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Roberts Zen
Selfridges has a selection of alarm clocks to shop, including Roberts, which is a failsafe tech brand to shop when searching for the all important household gadget.
Whether you are shopping for a space saving clock, or one that makes your early morning starts a little more zen, then the clue really is in the title.
Best for: Light sleepers, meditative fans
ROBERTS Zen Plus alarm clock radio, £99, Selfridges
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Acctim Sensa
The Acctim Sensa Light Alarm Clock is an affordable investment for those in need of an alarm clock.
With the Sensa Backlight you will be able to check the time at any hour, day or night, while also setting an alarm to wake you from your snooze.
Top review: "I bought this as a Christmas present for someone with poor eyesight and she loves it."
Best for: Visibly impaired, heavy sleepers, light sleepers, meditative fans
Acctim Sensa Light Three Alarm Clock, £19.99, Robert Dyas
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Braun
Braun is another hugely popular brand to shop for household appliances, as they are affordable and stand the test of time.
For those looking for a nifty alarm clock, you have met your match, as this creation boasts the basic functions, including a crescendo beep alarm, snooze button for five minutes, as well as a 24-hour display.
Top review: "Stylish, good looking, works well - charges my phone in it's case. Ordered a second one for my wife's side of the bed."
Best for: Heavy sleepers, light sleepers, tech whizzes, visibly impaired
BC21 Braun Digital Wireless Charging Alarm Clock, £49, Braun
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