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4 Stage Alarms
Set a time duration and the app automatically creates 4 alarms with growing volume and duration.
Gradual Alarm
Wake up gently. Feel better, every day.
A smarter alarm clock that gradually increases volume in 4 stages, helps you sleep on time, and gets you up without the jolt.
Android WearOS iOS WatchOS
More than just an alarm
Thoughtfully designed features to help you sleep better and wake up easier.
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Bed Time Reminders
Get gentle reminders when it's time to wind down and go to bed.
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Math Puzzle to Dismiss
Stop accidental dismissals. Solve a simple math puzzle to turn off the alarm.
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Custom Alarm Sounds
Choose from built-in sounds or use your own. Wake up to what you like.
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Gradual Volume Fade In
Final alarm fades in smoothly to wake you naturally, not abruptly.
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Customize Vibration
Fine-tune vibration patterns for a wake-up experience that works for you.
✨ WAKE-UP INSIGHTS
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Science-backed strategies for morning clarity, beating sleep inertia, and optimizing your sleep routine.
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Sleep Science • 3 min read
How 4-Stage Alarms Prevent Sleep Inertia
Learn how breaking your wake-up window into four progressive volume stages guides your brain from deep sleep to alert consciousness without grogginess.
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Neuroscience • 2 min read
Why Math Puzzles Stop the Snooze-Button Cycle
Discover the neuroscience behind cognitive alarm dismissals. Simple mental math activates your executive function and halts automatic snooze behavior.
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Sleep Hygiene • 2 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Optimizing Bedtime Routines
How setting gentle bedtime reminders, reducing evening sensory inputs, and honoring your circadian rhythm guarantees effortless morning wakefulness.
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Choose what works for you
Try the free version or unlock the full experience with Pro.
Free
A great way to get started.
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- ✓ 2 stage alarms
- ✓ Customize vibrations
Pro
All features. One-time payment.
$2.99 / one time
- ✓ 4 stage alarms
- ✓ Bed time reminder
- ✓ Math puzzle to dismiss
Available on all your devices Android WearOS iOS WatchOS
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions? We've got answers.
How do the 4 stage alarms work? +
You choose a wake-up duration. Gradual Alarm creates four stages inside that window, increasing the alarm intensity progressively so the final alarm is less abrupt.
Does it work on Wear OS and Apple Watch? +
Gradual Alarm supports Android, Wear OS, iPhone and Apple Watch.
Is this a subscription? +
No. Pro is a one-time $2.99 purchase.
What is the math puzzle to dismiss? +
An optional simple math challenge that helps prevent accidental alarm dismissal.
Can I use my own alarm sounds? +
Yes. You can choose from built-in sounds or use your own supported alarm sounds.
Need more help? +
Reach out to support and we'll help you out.
Still have questions?
We're here to help. Reach out anytime.