There can be many reasons why you might struggle to wake up in the morning, whether you suffer from insomnia, a hormonal imbalance or you're just more of a night owl. Being a heavy sleeper can be both a blessing and a curse – on the one hand, you don't wake up too easily, but on the other, it can cause problems like sleeping through your alarm and being late!
We've created this guide to help you find the best alarm clock for heavy sleepers and paired it with our top ten alarm clocks suitable for kids, students, adults, older people and those with impaired hearing. Our picks are available on Amazon and John Lewis and will have you getting up within good time each day, maybe even with some to spare.
Quick List - Top Alarm Clocks for Heavy Sleepers
Beurer
With Various Light and Sound Settings to Support Your Sleep Rhythm
Lumie
A Brilliant Device With Natural Wake-up Light That Gradually Brightens in the Morning
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Digital alarm clocks usually come with more features than their analogue counterparts and they provide quicker and more accurate readability. Glancing quickly at an analogue clock, you're really just getting a close estimate of the time, but if you're having a swift nap or using your alarm clock as a timer you'll want to get the time right to the second – and that's where digital really shines.
Other benefits of digital alarm clocks are their functionality in low light, which is useful when you want to know the time in the middle of the night, as well as the fact they can be more easily read from across a large room than analogue clocks.
Digital features can include intelligent sunrise and sunset light simulation, customisable sound, light and alarm options, temperature display and a choice of 12 or 24-hour formats. The ability to customise your experience makes digital alarm clocks a good choice for heavy sleepers, honing in on sound or light for the best results.
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Analogue clocks have been seen as a retro accessory for a while now, but since we're all buried in our phones these days we've more or less forgotten about them. However, there are lots of good reasons to choose an analogue clock (or even a digital clock with an analogue face) which should be considered.
Number one is reliability – because they don't need to be plugged into a power source, they will keep time even if there's a power outage. Some of us also find analogue clocks easier as you can tell the time between graduations of the location of the hands.
Even though children see analogue clocks less these days, they help them to understand the passage of time as the hands are constantly moving. They also show the time in multiples of fives which is very useful when learning to tell the time, in comparison to digital clocks where it's only possible to read the information shown.
Not everyone is keen to combat their heavy sleeping with a painfully loud alarm, and for some of use, an ear-piercing alarm tone might do more harm than good. You might grow to dread your alarm going off in the morning, which could disrupt your sleep, or the sound may panic you so much that you're more likely to want to hide your head under the pillow than get up!
Luckily, there's an alternative in the form of sunrise and sunset light simulations that graduate to daylight in the morning and subtly dim at bedtime. Many people find this a healthier way to promote your sleep rhythm and natural wakefulness and it can be a truly lovely way to wake up.
Suitable for kids, adults and older people alike, the different coloured light and brightness options allow you to customise the alarm to your own needs. They can also be a good option for those who are deaf or have impaired hearing.
If you respond well to a loud alarm, go for one that has built-in twin mechanical bells or a wide range of customisable sound options to help you wake from that good old beauty sleep.
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A dual alarm system, volume control and built-in FM radio are great choices too, and some even come with an AUX cable so you can play your own music! Of course, a clock will these sorts of features will cost a little more than a basic device, but they can be really indispensable in the fight against heavy sleep.
One of the more exciting (or startling) features you can find in alarm clocks for heavy sleepers is a vibrating pad or "bed-shaker". Plugged into the back of the clock, the bed-shaker can be placed under your pillow or mattress to wake you up, or even just left on the bedside table if the vibration is strong enough!
Made for those who take "sleep like a log" to the next level, this kind of alarm clock will literally shake you out of the bed without disturbing your neighbours or those you live with. It is also another suitable option for deaf or hearing impaired people who are also very heavy sleepers.
The alarm clock on wheels is actually an invention by an ingenious company called CLOCKY which has been featured in many programmes and publications in the US including The Ellen DeGeneres Show and Shark Tank. This hilarious clock jumps off your nightstand and runs around beeping, determined to get you up.
An alarm clock like CLOCKY will wake you up even if you wear ear plugs to help you fall asleep!
CLOCKY is super loud and only allows you to press snooze once – if you can even catch it that is! It's a true must-have for heavy sleepers everywhere and there are sure to be many imitations.
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | Beurer WL50 Wake Up to Daylight Table Lamp | ![]() | With Various Light and Sound Settings to Support Your Sleep Rhythm | |
2 | Lumie Sunrise Wake-up Alarm | ![]() | A Brilliant Device With Natural Wake-up Light That Gradually Brightens in the Morning | |
3 | GINZER Wooden Digital Alarm Clock | ![]() | The Coolest Alarm Clock for Heavy Sleepers | |
4 | Acctim Eclipse Solar Dual Power Smartlite® Alarm Clock | ![]() | Straightforward, Compact and Affordable | |
5 | CLOCKY Alarm Clock on Wheels | ![]() | The Alarm Clock That Runs Away to Help You Get Up | |
6 | ROCAM 1008i Alarm Clock | ![]() | Ideal for Deaf People or Those With Impaired Hearing | |
7 | Jcobay Analogue Alarm Clock | ![]() | A Luminous Non-Ticking Clock That's Perfect for Travelling | |
8 | Banne Bon Loud Alarm Clock for Heavy Sleepers | ![]() | Featuring a Very Loud Dual Alarm Function and Light | |
9 | Neucox Digital Alarm Clock | ![]() | A Simple Digital Option With a Large, Detailed Display | |
10 | OCUBE Alarm Clocks for Heavy Sleepers | ![]() | A Very Loud Alarm With Twin Bells and Level-3 Bed Vibration |
If you love a bit of multi-functionality in a product, take a look at Beurer's Wake Up to Daylight Table Lamp which is our number one choice. Not only does it allow you to fall asleep naturally and wake up easily with its various sound and light options, but it creates tailored mood lighting as a table lamp, too.
Thanks to LED technology, it produces gentle simulations of sunrise and sunset light with colour-change options, plus, its melody/lullaby sound settings help you to relax into a gorgeous night's sleep. There's also a snooze functionality, a built-in Bluetooth speaker, aux input with cable included, FM radio and a choice of two wake-up melodies. Phew!
This option by Lumie will look really cool sat on your bedside table, and it has some intelligent features too. With a sunrise and sunset simulation, the wake-up light gradually brightens to gently wake you up in the morning.
At bedtime, the sunset effect which gradually dims during the evening which can also help you to relax and wind down. With further options of natural sounds and LED colour options to wake up to, this alarm clock almost has it all.
We love the look of this wooden digital alarm clock by GINZER which is a functional, good value product that is very aesthetically pleasing and looks much more expensive than it is. Made from wood, it has an earthy appearance and texture with a large display showing the time, date, and temperature.
If bedroom ambience is important to you, this is easily the most stylish option on our list! This alarm clock also features a specially developed snooze function, making it the ideal companion for those who struggle to wake up.
Not everyone wants or needs a fancy alarm clock, so if you're looking for one that is simple, compact and affordable, you might like the Smartlite® by Acctim. A reliable and trustworthy British company, Acctim have been producing clocks for over 90 years.
Using solar energy by day and battery power by night, this clever system is energy-efficient with innovative Smartlight® technology that automatically illuminates the display as it gets darker. There's also a high/low brightness control and crescendo alarm to wake even the deepest sleepers, plus it comes with a one-year guarantee.
A rather unique and fun option, this alarm clock on wheels by CLOCKY is a cheery little friend who simply won't let you sleep in! Perfect for those who are prone to hitting the snooze button too many times, CLOCKY will roll away, jump and hide which means you have to get up and chase it to turn it off.
Yes, CLOCKY is annoying and definitely not for everyone, but it's perfect for kids, students, heavy sleepers or anyone who regularly abuses the snooze! Although slightly obnoxious with a loud sound, CLOCKY is cute and wants the best for you too. Oh and did we mention it only allows you to snooze once?
So here we have an alarm clock with more advanced features, for those who like to put the latest technology to good use when it comes to waking up in the morning! The 1008i by ROCAM has a vibrating bed-shaker that can be put under your pillow or mattress to ensure you wake up without disturbing the people you live with.
Choose from three modes; alarm sound, bed-shaker or alarm and shaker. It has the option for a very loud alarm, but if this isn't what you're after, it can be adjusted to high, medium or low. There's a large LED display that can be seen from anywhere in the room featuring lots of colour options, and it can be powered by the mains or batteries, making it very versatile.
Sometimes the original design is the best for your purpose and this affordable alarm is simple, functional and a little bit retro-looking! Many people dislike analogue clocks that make a ticking sound, but that's not something you need to worry about with this silent, non-ticking model.
Featuring a gentle luminous glow instead of a bright nightlight, it stays visible for a while after the lights are turned off, saving energy. It has a snooze and built-in mechanical bells which create a loud alarm sound and its compact design makes it perfect for travel and for use by young children and older people too.
This loud alarm clock for heavy sleepers by Banne Bon is a great option if you find yourself sleeping through your phone alarm without it waking you up. It has a dual function which allows you to use it for other purposes during the day without unsetting your morning alarm, such as for work or whilst cooking.
It also has the possibility of three modes; Monday to Friday, Saturday to Sunday and Monday to Sunday, helping make your life easier! Other useful heavy-sleeper features include a night light and twin metal bells which create a very loud ringing sound. Coming with a one year warranty, you can also try it out totally risk-free.
If you're looking for an alarm clock that ticks all the boxes but also looks cool on your bedside table, the Digital Alarm Clock by Neucox is a top choice. It is clear and straightforward to program, making it easy for anyone to set up.
The dual alarm system allows you to use it for purposes other than sleep such as a reminder for meetings or homework. It also has a nightlight, a loud alarm tone and shows both the temperature and date on its large display. Our only gripe is that there's a lot of different information shown, which may make it a little confusing for some people to look at.
A digital alarm that is modelled on the look of a classic analogue alarm clock, this product by OCUBE is ideal for heavy sleepers. It has twin bells that will emit a loud ringing sound, and a powerful 3-level bed vibration to help wake heavy sleepers and those with hearing impairment.
You'll have the choice of 3 ringing sounds, the regular ringing, birds chirping, or music. It's very easy to set and operated with 2 AAA batteries, plus, it has a flat-bottomed design which keeps it in place as it rings. It is slightly clinical looking and not super aesthetically-pleasing, but it does the job and suits kids, students and adults alike.
Written and researched by Melanie McPhail
No. 1: Beurer|WL50 Wake Up to Daylight Table Lamp
No. 2: Lumie|Sunrise Wake-up Alarm
No. 3: GINZER|Wooden Digital Alarm Clock
No. 4: Acctim|Eclipse Solar Dual Power Smartlite® Alarm Clock
No. 5: CLOCKY|Alarm Clock on Wheels
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