BioBrite Sunrise Clock Advanced Model Charcoal
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Product Reviews of BioBrite Sunrise Clock Advanced Model Charcoal
Product Review: The sun also rises . . . right on your nightstand
Summary: 5 Stars
I heart this alarm. My mother gave me my first BioBrite when I was a teenager in college--it lasted 13 years. It was and is the only thing that ever really gets me up in the morning. There's a light that gets progressively stronger (ie, the sunrise) and you can choose different sunrise speeds. There's also a matching audible alarm when it reaches full sunrise. It's also a great bedside nightlight because you can make the sun "set" or leave at one brightness. If you leave the light on for very long (like an hour), it can get a little hot if you touch the large outer bulb cover. But, that's what makes it totally bright in the morning. If you have problems getting up in the morning--especially in winter when the sun rises later--then this alarm is for you.Product Review: This is exactly what I was looking for a light to do!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this item with the intention of having a light source that can turn on while I'm sleeping to wake me naturally, and thus shift my sleep phase back to normal, as I have a phase shift delay sleep disorder. This is the third light I'm going through, and I wish I had just bought this one the first time, but at the time it was a bit more expensive.
Settings: The instructions are very clear, and the settings are very easy to handle. I had my clock programmed in minutes.
Light: This uses a 110V 60W candle bulb, which doesn't quite match the intensity of many of the other Light Boxes or SAD lights out there. However, it is sufficient light to brighten a room, and if used per the instructions on basically all SAD lights - 12-18 inches from the face, then it is definitely bright enough to wake someone from their sleep. Because it is not a high powered fluorescent bulb, it is allowed to slowly increase in luminosity for 90, 60, 30, or 15 minutes before the alarm is set.
Aesthetics: This modern looking clock comes in the charcoal color, which is almost black and matches my furniture. I'm happy I don't have to have some silver space pod sitting there attracting attention.
What this model does NOT have: Since this is the lower line, it has no radio, which I don't use anyway. But also does not have the White Noise feature that the lighter color model is offered with at the same price. Since I don't have trouble falling asleep, I don't mind, but for those who do that may be something to consider.
The Alarm: This has a beeping alarm that goes off after the light reaches 100% intensity, at the time you set your alarm for. This beep can be disabled.
NightLight: I found that this device is very easy to control the intensity of the light for reading at night, so that it is not a very bright light. This also has the built in function of dimming to either a 0% light or 5% nightlight setting. The nightlight is very dim and provides just enough to see where you are going in a dark room. This was a little more involved to set....ie you have to press two buttons simultaneously, but once you figure it out, it's easy.
Security: THere is a security feature that, when set, the clock will engage the lamp at random times between 4pm and 11pm. That's just nifty! ;)
That's about all I can say about this. The glass isn't too thin, the plastic parts aren't flimsy and cheap... I love it!
Product Review: This is the best invention since sliced bread.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have had one of these for going on 7 years now and it still works great. My doctor recommended I get one, I'd had severe insomnia for years and it was destroying my life. I was constantly getting into trouble at work for being late because I couldn't get out of bed on time. My life was spiraling out of control because I had 2-3 hours of broken sleep every night for years. I was going literally crazy and even medication wasn't helping.
Now I am not going to say that this clock cured my insomnia because it certainly didn't. But it actually helped re-set my sleep patterns and I consider it an integral part of my overall successful treatment. When I use it, I wake up slowly, and STAY awake. When my insomnia creeps back in, I use the Sunset feature to go to sleep more consistently.
Yep I still have bouts of insomnia but they are much easier to treat now. I highly recommend this to anybody who simply can't get out of bed in the morning. It will help you so much. Nope I don't work for these people and this isn't the only product I have reviewed. I am a real person who found this clock helpful. (I do think it's big n'ugly though!)
Product Review: This product will change your entire outlook on mornings!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have had always had a difficult time feeling awake in the mornings and was tired of the horrible jolt from sleep that I get from a traditional alarm clock. I purchased the Homedics SoundSpa Radiance Alarm Clock initially, but it quit working within two months. I really liked it waking up to light though, so I thought I would invest in the Biobrite. I was expecting the same result but in a sturdier product, but the Biobrite was far better than the Homedics one for many reasons:
1. It still actually works
2. It is much easier to use
3. It wakes you up in a much more gradual, natural manner than the Homedics one
4. When you set the alarm for the night, the time display dims dramatically, a must if you are used to sleeping in a very dark room
5. The back up alarm is gentle but effective
This product completely changed my mornings. I wake up refreshed and ready to get out of bed and a lot less grumpy. For anyone who has to wake up before the sun, this product is great for making it easier.
Product Review: Waking up is a pleasure now!
Summary: 4 Stars
I love this clock!! After many years of groggily waking to a blaring alarm in a dark room, this clock wakes me gently, and I'm ready to get up when the beeper goes off. It took a couple of days of getting used to the settings, and the bulb burned out within the first week (I had a bulb that fit it, and it's worked perfectly since), but it is a breeze to use now. It is bigger than I expected. I recommend this clock to anyone who struggles with the dark awakening.