I purchased the “wood” version of this Alarm Clock Sound. It’s not actual wood, it’s plastic, but it ended up looking pretty nice, so to me that was worth the extra $6.
As others have mentioned, the buttons on this clock take a little getting used to. Once I read the manual and figured them out, I had no problem operating it.
LIKES:
• Able to turn off the digital display entirely
• Choice of sounds (we like the birds the best, but I thought all the nature sounds were pretty good)
• 20 light levels (so glad I didn’t get a clock with just three levels, see why in the DISLIKES section)
• Ability to set two different alarms
• “Sunset” function, where the light gradually turns off
DON’T CARE, BUT YOU MIGHT:
Radio option is nice to have
• Colorful nightlight option is fun
DISLIKES:
• Not conducive to one-handed operation in the dark.
The thing I really, really dislike about this clock (and the reason for four stars instead of five) is that it’s virtually impossible to operate one-handed, and while you’re lying down. Even something as simple as turning the lamp on and off takes more effort than it should. The buttons are arranged around the “sun,” which means that unless you have the light pointed right towards you or away from you in bed, half of the buttons are on the other side of the clock from where you are. Couple that with the fact that the base of the clock isn’t very stable (it’s fine if you aren’t poking it, but if you try to press a button one-handed, it can tip), and you’ve got a major annoyance. For me, anyway. I’m not going to get rid of it, but I did think briefly about sending it back for that reason.
• The lowest light settings are enough to wake me up.
There are 20 levels of brightness on the clock, but this thing wakes me up by the time it makes it to level 4 or 5, and often before that. This ends up being okay, since it’s still nicer than being beeped awake by an alarm, but it does mean that I don’t get that nice, refreshing sun-is-rising-then-gently-wakes-me-up experience.
Overall, I like it, but I’d need better-placed buttons and more brightness settings to really love it.
Promised Review By chocolatemoose
The TITIROBA Wake Up Light is a popular alarm clock that uses a gradually brightening light to gently wake you up in the morning. This product is designed to help you wake up feeling more refreshed and alert, and to make the transition from sleep to wakefulness easier on your body. One of the standout features of the TITIROBA Wake Up Light is its customizable light settings. You can choose from a range of warm, natural colors to suit your preference, and the light intensity can be adjusted to your desired level. The light begins to brighten gradually in the half hour leading up to your alarm time, helping to naturally stimulate your body’s production of the hormone cortisol, which helps to wake you up.
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Overall, the TITIROBA Alarm Clock Sound is a great choice for anyone looking to improve their sleep and wakefulness. With its customizable light settings, radio function, and snooze function, it has all the features you need to wake up feeling refreshed and alert. Its sleek design and compact size make it a great addition to any bedroom.