We compared two sunrise alarm clocks: the Lumie Sunrise Alarm and the JALL Sunrise Alarm Clock.
What we looked at
Sunrise and sunset simulation, sounds, extra features, warranty, and price.
The verdict
If you want a simple, specialist wake-up light with a 30-minute sunrise and sunset and a 3-year warranty, the Lumie is the pick at £35.24. If you would rather save £5.25 and get 25 sounds, Bluetooth and a phone charging port, the JALL is the alternative, at £29.99.
A £35.24 wake-up light with a 30-minute sunrise and 3-year warranty.
A £29.99 sunrise alarm with 25 sounds, Bluetooth and a USB charging port.
Lumie Sunrise Alarm Wake-up Light — Specialist Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a sunrise wake-up alarm with a smooth sunrise starting 30 minutes before the alarm, a 30-minute dimming sunset, a beep or one of 5 natural sounds, warm white light plus 6 mood colours, a 5-minute snooze and a 3-year warranty from Lumie. Carries 4.3 stars from 3.4K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 30-minute sunrise and 30-minute sunset
- 3-year warranty from the light therapy specialist
- 5 natural sounds plus a beep
- Helps keep smartphones out of the bedroom
Worth knowing
- Costs £5.25 more than the JALL on these listings
- Fewer sounds than the JALL (5 vs 25) and no Bluetooth speaker stated
Best for
- Buyers who want a specialist wake-up light brand
- Anyone who wants a longer warranty
- Those who want a straightforward sunrise and sunset routine
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants Bluetooth and a wide choice of sounds
JALL Sunrise Alarm Clock with 25 Sounds and Bluetooth Speaker — Most Features
Intended for: Marketed as a sunrise alarm clock with a 0-60 minute sunrise simulation, 25 sounds (10 white noises and 15 nature sounds) across 16 volume levels, a Bluetooth speaker, an up to 8-hour sleep timer, 17 light modes, and a 5V/1A USB port to charge phones. Carries 4.5 stars from 587 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Lumie on these listings, at £29.99
- 25 sounds including white noise, across 16 volume levels
- Bluetooth speaker and up to 8-hour sleep timer
- USB port to charge a phone
Worth knowing
- Far fewer ratings than the Lumie (587 vs 3.4K)
- No specialist-brand warranty stated on the listing
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants white noise and a Bluetooth speaker
- Those who want a long sleep timer
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a long-warranty specialist wake-up light
- Anyone who prefers a simpler, more minimal alarm
