Most alarm clocks jolt you awake with a harsh beep. The Dekala RestOnn takes a different approach. It uses a gradual sunrise simulation, brightening over 30 minutes to ease you from deep sleep into a natural wake cycle. The light is warm and soft, not jarring. Paired with nature sounds like birdsong or a flowing stream, it creates a genuinely calm way to start the day.

The same system works in reverse for falling asleep. A sunset mode dims the light slowly while playing continuous white or pink noise. The sound quality is clear enough for a bedroom, though it won’t fill a large room. It’s a corded unit with no battery backup, so you’ll need it plugged in near a bed. The plastic build feels sturdy for the price, but it’s not a premium material.

The Bluetooth speaker function is a practical bonus for playing your own sleep tracks or podcasts. At this price point, the RestOnn delivers on its core promise: better sleep transitions. It won’t replace a dedicated sound machine or smart light system, but it combines both functions into one simple, effective device.