10 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks UK 2024 | Lumie, Philips and More

Clinically proven to help improve your mood, this SAD light therapy lamp is one of the best on the market. We've chosen it for our number one pick as it is the clock with the most authentic sunrise. Your morning begins with a deep red glow, which induces your melatonin levels, then gradually grows into bright, yellow morning-sun.

When the sun has reached its maximum brightness, a radio station or song of your choice will notify you that it's time to get up. You can also choose from 5 natural wake-up sounds which gradually increase with the brightness of the light.

Unlike many of other sunrise alarm clocks, this Roxel model is an affordable option that doesn't skimp on the features. It's great for beginners and technophobes because it's so simple to use and doesn't come with too many choices.

The sunrises and sunsets are a gorgeous golden glow which lasts for 30 minutes, and with an entirely dimmable display, you'll be in total darkness as soon as the final bits of sun fade away.

If you haven't got much cash to splash, the Forynd alarm clock is excellent value for money. This is a basic model that uses natural light which gradually increases in brightness over about 30 minutes. It doesn't include the sunrise colours, but the natural light is a lovely, soft glow. You can also use it as a lamp in 6 different colours.

As for the accompanying soothing sounds, the Forynd has all the usual suspects (although the sound quality doesn't quite match up to some of the other models) and a completely dimmable display. At just over £30, you can't complain!

If you're looking for an alarm which helps you fall asleep as well as wake up, the Beurer WL75 is an excellent choice. By pairing gentle music to a subtle, glowing-red light, it increases melatonin levels which help you get quality sleep.

The design is sleek, fashionable and looks great on your bedside table. It also has an app which you use to set various settings, times and levels of brightness as well as six wake-up alerts to choose from and a Bluetooth function.

Aside from the famous Lumie, Philips are the other ones who are leading the way in the sunrise space. With over 20 years of experience, they can be trusted to have some of the best products on the market. Clinically proven, this one is pricey, but with 92% of users confirming that they find it easier to wake up in the morning, it's worth it if you struggle with sleep.

Not just a wake-up light, this alarm clock is a full-spectrum sleeping assistant. With built-in, guided breathing exercises to help you wind down before bed and a soothing golden glow that fills your room during sunrise, it may be expensive, but if it enables you to sleep better, surely it's worth it.

Some people often find Lumie clocks to be too bright, but the Lumi Bodyclock Spark 100 alarm clock allows you to adjust the brightness to perfectly suit your requirements. 

It has a built-in snooze function which is activated with a gentle tap, LED lights which slowly roll through a colour-chart of sunset colours, and to top it all off it is medically certified to treat SAD too. From the inventors of the original wake-up light, the Lumi Bodyclock Spark 100 is one of their most popular products.

With this newly-improved model from Lumie, you can choose the duration of your sunrises and sunsets from 20, 30 or 45 minutes. This is great for those that need a bit extra than the standard 30 minutes. There are ten choices of sound alarms to wake to including church bells, wind chimes and the soothing sound of distant thunder. 

The shape means that the light is well dissipated, providing a soft, soothing light in the morning. When dimmed, it also doubles up as a pretty good reading light. If you share a bedroom with someone on a different sleep schedule, though, this might not be the one for you!

This Lumie luxury sunrise alarm clock offers much more than the average wake-up light - it has built-in FM radio and Bluetooth speakers! Although it looks high-tech, it's easy to use: all you need to do is set the timer. 

Unfortunately, this model does have a display which you can't fully switch off, but if you don't need to be in pitch-black to nod off, it shouldn't be too much of a bother. There are also 20 wake-up sounds to choose from.

The sunrise alarm clock by Swarmir is an excellent choice if you're looking for more than a basic natural light. It has ten varied lighting displays colours that you can choose from based on your mood.

As well as the multicoloured lights, it also includes 16 options of accompanying sounds. The usual suspects are there, but they also have unique ones such as the cosy crackling of a burning fireplace. However, if you're not great with tech, you might want to stay away from this one, as it is app-operated. 

The Foryond Wake-up Light has the same features as any other sunrise alarm clock, plus a few special others. At a fraction of the cost of the big brands like Lumie and Philips, the Foryond is excellent value for money. However, if you're looking for a true budget option, there are others more suited than this. 

With an added night-light, radio and USB port, everything you need is right by your side in one handy little device. The Foryond Wake-up light features both sunrises and sunsets with adjustable brightness to suit your preference. Featuring the usual soothing sounds to accompany your sunrises, this affordable alarm has everything needed for a beginner to sunrise alarm clocks.