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Health & Beauty
ARTINABS Sunrise Alarm Clock Review: Helpful for Dark Mornings, but Is It a SAD Lamp?
A feature-packed wake-up light designed to make dark mornings feel less abrupt, with gradual sunrise lighting, natural alarm sounds, dual alarms and a relaxing sunset routine.
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Quick verdict
The ARTINABS Sunrise Alarm Clock offers a gentler alternative to being startled awake by a traditional alarm. Its adjustable sunrise simulation, natural sounds, radio and dual alarms make it particularly appealing during dark winter mornings. It also doubles as a colourful bedside lamp. However, it is a wake-up light rather than a 10,000-lux SAD therapy lamp, so it should not be bought as a substitute for a dedicated light-therapy device.
4.3 / 5
Best for
Dark mornings, shared bedrooms and anyone who dislikes harsh alarms.
Getting out of bed before sunrise can feel considerably harder, particularly during a long British winter. Rather than relying solely on a sudden noise, this sunrise alarm clock gradually brightens the room before the alarm time, helping the transition from sleep feel a little less jarring. It combines several bedside essentials in one compact device. Alongside the sunrise and sunset lighting, there are two alarms, seven natural alarm sounds, FM radio, a snooze function, adjustable brightness and a choice of colourful mood-light settings.
Key Features
Adjustable sunrise simulation
The light can begin brightening between 10 and 60 minutes before the alarm. It gradually moves from a gentle amber glow through warmer orange tones to brighter yellow light. There are 20 brightness levels, and the sunrise feature can be adjusted or switched off when it is not wanted.
Two separate alarms
The dual-alarm system is useful for weekday and weekend routines, or for two people who need to wake at different times. Pressing the snooze button pauses the alarm for nine minutes before it sounds again.
Seven sounds and FM radio
You can wake to one of seven built-in sounds or use the FM radio instead. The volume has 16 adjustment levels, making it easier to find a setting that is noticeable without being unnecessarily harsh. The radio can automatically search for and store available stations.
Sunset evening routine
The sunset mode works in reverse, gradually dimming the light over a period of 10 to 120 minutes. It can be paired with relaxing audio or the radio, providing a calmer alternative to keeping the main bedroom light switched on until bedtime.
Bedside and atmosphere lighting
Outside the alarm functions, the unit can be used as a dimmable bedside lamp or colourful atmosphere light. There are 11 colour options, while the time display can also be adjusted to suit a darker bedroom.
Things to Know
This model must remain plugged in to operate, so it needs to be positioned near a suitable socket. It includes a USB charging output, allowing a compatible phone or another small device to be charged from the clock. There are plenty of settings covering the alarms, light, sounds, radio and display, so it may take a few minutes to become familiar with all the controls. Most importantly, this is not presented as a medical light-therapy device. Anyone specifically shopping for a SAD lamp should look for a dedicated UV-free light box with a clearly stated 10,000-lux output and appropriate UKCA or CE marking.
Looking for a True SAD Lamp Instead?
If your priority is light therapy rather than a gradual wake-up routine, the Lumie Vitamin L Slim SAD Light Therapy Box is designed specifically for that purpose. Its slim, space-saving design delivers 10,000 lux light therapy and is suitable for everyday use. The Lumie does not include alarm-clock features, so it serves a different purpose rather than being a direct like-for-like replacement for the ARTINABS wake-up light.
Who Is It Best For?
This wake-up light is well suited to people who find dark mornings difficult, dislike being startled by conventional alarms or want a more flexible bedside clock. The dual alarms are particularly practical for couples, shift patterns and different weekday and weekend routines. It is less suitable for anyone who wants app controls, a cordless design or a clinically specified SAD light.
Final verdict
The ARTINABS Sunrise Alarm Clock brings together an impressive collection of useful bedside features. The gradual sunrise is its main attraction, but the dual alarms, natural sounds, FM radio, sunset mode and adjustable night light give it much broader everyday value. It is important to understand that it is a wake-up light rather than a SAD therapy lamp. Within that role, however, it is a practical and reassuring choice for creating a gentler morning routine—especially when the alarm goes off long before daylight arrives.
