I can not sleep Complete silence. I need the hum of the fan or the crackle of the fire. The noise was too loud for me to shut down my brain, but too small and every toss, turn, or puff was amplified. Whether or not you feel the same way, you’re probably still not getting enough sleep, and for many, it’s not a lack of trying. helpful. A good sound machine (also known as a white noise machine or sleep machine) is just one tool in the arsenal of gadgets that can help you get the recommended z amount.
WIRED’s gear reviewers fill their home with sound machines, from silencers to everything wizard Fighting in the living room, kids napping to put us to sleep, and night owl buddies sneaking into the bed. These are our favorite sleep machines.
Check out our many other buying guides for a good night’s rest, like the best mattresses and the best sunrise alarm clocks.
Update October 2022: We added Hatch Rest 2nd Gen.
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