I don’t know who said that alarm clocks have to be dull, square boxes, because the first thing you want to see when you wake up is not a boring gadget with numbers. Some of the more popular ones one finds on Amazon or Best Buy may seem slightly (or very) expensive for an alarm clock. The Philips SmartSleep is one of the best rated by buyers, but it might be kinda pricey ($179.95).
Another of the most popular is the Hatch Restore 2, but it is also a lot of money for a watch to pay $169.99 (Come on… there is surely something for a better price!). In the search for a more affordable option, that is beautiful, and that fulfills the complete functions of measuring time, waking you up at the necessary moment without any delay and offering subtle lighting to start the morning smoothly and without surprises. And the search we did paid off: we went through Aldi’s website and there was an alarm clock for much less money than the fancier options, and it offers almost the same.
We Found This Alarm Clock in an Aldi Aisle and Loved It Right Away
Nowadays, the measurement of time has reached levels of precision unthinkable in past times. The electronic devices we use daily, such as mobile phones, computers and tablets, are synchronized with atomic clocks, giving us exact precision. Living in the modern world without time measurement would be unimaginable, as our daily lives revolve around these devices to meet schedules, attend events, and plan activities. If you’re not willing to bother with an overly complicated smart clock, the Bauhn Wake Up Clock sold by Aldi may be the right option.
In case you didn’t know, Bauhn is one of Aldi’s private brands, and the retailer has made it clear that its own brands are of good quality and are quite affordable and competitively priced. This alarm clock, available for a limited time, is a competitive option compared to similar models on other sales platforms, such as Amazon, where it is not common to find such low prices. No touch screens or dozens of unnecessary buttons: Aldi’s Bauhn Wake Up Clock has a rainbow-shaped (or sun-shaped?) light in a pretty warm tone, and comes with time/dimmer, set alarm and turn off alarm buttons (and two up and down alarm buttons for the settings).
Features and Functions of Aldi’s Bauhn Alarm Clock
The Bauhn alarm clock stands out for its compact and lightweight design, with dimensions of approximately 15 cm long, 5 cm deep and 10 cm high. Although its weight is noticeably lower than other more traditional alarm clocks, its basic functionality is still adequate for its purpose. It comes with a power adapter to always be on, however, it does not include AAA batteries (not a problem, you can buy them in the other aisle at Aldi, they are worth a couple of dollars), which are necessary to keep the settings in case of a power outage.
Setting up the clock is quite simple, allowing you to set the time and alarm with intuitive buttons on the front. Additionally, the screen brightness can be regulated via a dedicated button, which is useful for adapting it to the user’s preferences at night.
The Price of This Alarm Clock That Simulates the Sunrise
The most interesting thing about this alarm clock is that it simulates dawn, that is, the light turns on little by little, 30 minutes before the scheduled time for the alarm to ring, reaching its maximum brightness just at the moment it rings. The light can be activated independently, in case you need to illuminate the bedroom in the middle of the night to go down to the kitchen to eat a snack or go to the bathroom.
According to the product manual, it is also possible to set the sunrise simulation light without activating the audible alarm, which can be useful for those who prefer to wake up with only light. However, during testing, this feature did not activate correctly, which could indicate some flaw or limitation in the device’s design. The price of the Bauhn Wake Up Clock is $12.99, a very good value for a clock that fulfills the functions it promises: what more does one need from a device like this?
