This celeb-approved smart clock exposed my unhealthy sleeping habits

Rise and actually shine.

Whether you’re a late-night doom-scroller or someone who never makes it to bed on time … or both, like me, the latest in health tech promises to help improve sleep routines.

The celeb-approved wellness brand Hatch recently released its most advanced Sleep Clock, which, unlike Oura and other health trackers, doesn’t need to be worn. With technology rooted in sleep science, the Hatch tracks insights and coaches users for optimal sleep patterns, hopefully encouraging you to ditch your jarring phone alarm and late-night screen time along the way.

I tested the latest model for several weeks to assess its efficacy and features. Spoiler: it’s life-changing for me, but read on to see if it might be for you, too.

Hatch Sleep Clock

Hatch

What is the functionality of the Hatch Sleep Clock?

Setup is easy in the Hatch app, where every aspect of your sleep cycle is customizable. Users can select from thousands of alarm options — like music, meditation, and TV theme songs — plus gentle light settings that mimic a natural sunset and sunrise.

The free audio options are impressively expansive, but there’s also a paid membership of $5.99 per month/$59.99 per year that grants access to thousands more.

The Hatch gave detailed insights into my sleep habits.

The clock is placed on a nightstand close to you, where it collects metrics and shares insights in the app.

One of my favorite features is the turn-down service, which plays nature sounds, relaxing music, or whatever might lull you to bed and, in the gentlest of ways, encourages me to slip into my favorite PJs — a much-needed cue.  

The turn-down service beckons me to bed. Erica Radol

In the morning, no need to reach for your phone to shut off the alarm; there’s a large button on top for controls. Every bit of the clock display is bespoke.

How I tested:

The Hatch is smart enough to ask if there’s a pet or other people in the bed. On day one, it correctly recognized that my lazy-oaf dog was the one logging daytime snoozes, not me.

While I honestly thought I was getting 7-8 hours a night, the sleep clock exposed that often, between falling asleep on the couch, not going to bed early enough, and awakening before the alarm, I was getting far less — even into territory that can be detrimental to my health.

The Hatch is a like a sleep coach in your corner. Erica Radol

Thanks to the elaborate metrics, I was relieved to see that at least my sleep quality was good.

A quick heads-up: if you change your wake-up time last minute, double-check that the app synced to the clock. I learned this the hard way and overslept twice, so it’s best to set it and forget it early in the evening.

I’ve gotten hooked on the Hatch’s benefits and ditching my phone at bedtime. Erica Radol

Is the Hatch Sleep Clock worth it?

Before getting a Hatch, I used my iPhone for both an alarm and a meditation app. After a few days, I began to detach my sleep routine from my phone, which felt like a huge win, as I’m prone to in-bed scrolling and late-night shopping. So, I’ve been getting to bed earlier more frequently (and saving a few bucks along the way).

After a few weeks, the Hatch Sleep Clock gently coached me to establish healthier bedtime patterns and offered valuable insights. This was a game changer for my overall wellness, making it worth the spend.

If you have a Hatch already, the new model is likely not a must-have. However, if you’re looking to upgrade your sleep routine and actually wake up feeling like a functional human, it’s time to add this to your cart

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This article was written by Erica Radol, Page Six Commerce Reporter. From identifying the top anti-aging skincare secrets the stars trust to dishing on the latest fashion collabs to finding a great deal on all of the above, Erica has a knack for reporting on – and even testing – Hollywood’s bestselling fashion and beauty products. Before joining Page Six in 2025, she wrote about entertainment, lifestyle and shopping trends for Us Weekly, The Daily Beast, Entertainment Tonight, Well+Good and Hearst.