We tested 12 of the best wake-up alarm clocks for heavy sleepers, sleep routines, and kids that gently ease you awake with light and sound.

After having insomnia for as long as I can remember, I have never slept better.

Some people might argue that the humble clock has been made redundant with the arrival of the smartphone. But buying yourself the best alarm clock is still a solid investment, particularly if you’re trying to reduce screen time first thing in the morning.

Unless you are one of those miraculous people who can wake up at the same time everyday sans-alarm, you most likely have an alarm clock that beeps you awake in the morning or use your smartphone as a bedside alarm. While smartphones work fine for people ...

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TESCO is selling an alarm clock that will brighten your room just like a real sunrise. The gadget is designed to help you wake up naturally on dark winter mornings. The Lifemax Sunrise Alarm Clock

Seiko Clock has released the JF860A, a talking Ultraman alarm clock for the character’s 60th anniversary, limited to 2,078 units at 16,500 yen. The color timer on its chest glows green, then flashes red if the alarm goes unanswered for long enough.

The clocks have just changed, so your body is likely feeling a bit confused. The best way to help it get back on the straight and narrow is by going to bed and waking up at roughly the same time every day – that includes on weekends (sorry, party animals) and after a poor night's sleep (resist the urge to crash before you've eaten dinner).