Silent Night – The Top 5 White Noise Machines to Lull You To Sleep
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White Noise is a Type of Soft, Gentle Background Sound That Promotes An Easier, Deeper Sleep
If you live in a noisy neighborhood, or just fall asleep better with ambient sounds, a white noise machine could be the perfect solution for you. Despite the name, most of these devices also include natural recordings (like rainfall, or waves), and can be used to play music. They range from simple speakers to actual fans, with enough variety to fit most sleep styles.
Power: AC (wall plug) or USB
Pros:
This is an example of a high-quality, classic white noise machine. Using an algorithm, it makes fan sounds and background noise in a non-repeating, adjustable volume designed to give you the choices you need to drown out whatever’s keeping you awake. The fan sounds include industrial, attic, and box, and the white noise includes sounds at an increasing pitch. Also recommended for offices or study areas where distraction is a problem.
Cons:
It’s very effective at what it does, but if you’re looking for sound variety and natural noise, this isn’t the device for your needs.
Power: AC (wall plug) or USB
Pros:
If you want good white noise variety, this device may be perfect. With 20 different sounds and 30 levels of volume, there’s sure to be something that provides the right background ambience to meet your needs. It also includes a timer for on/off changes during sleep.
Cons:
The sounds are changeable with forward/backward buttons only, which can be cumbersome when you’re trying to find the right noise.
Power: USB or internal rechargeable battery
Pros:
Sitting at just 3”x3”x2”, this tiny machine is versatile, portable, and great for good sleep on the go. It has a smaller range of white noise options than some other devices but can also be paired to your smart phone via Bluetooth for access to music, podcasts, and more. When fully charged, it runs as cordless for up to 6 hours, making it the perfect hotel companion.
Cons:
It’s not as loud as some of the larger speakers, and uses the same buttons for changing sound and volume, which can be annoying.
Power: AC (Wall plug)
Pros:
Along with it’s natural ambient sounds, this machine gently diffuses an essential oil vapor into the room for aromatherapy and a light humidifying effect. The mist is created through ultrasound vibrations rather than heat for a safer, more relaxing experience.
Cons:
It has fewer white noise features than dedicated machines, and a limited selection of sounds.
Power: AC (Wall plug)
Pros:
This little device is kind of a weird idea – it’s a tiny, powerful fan that only blows air around inside of its container. And it does that really, really well. If you’re looking for fan noise that’s authentic, highly customizable, and energy efficient, this device is about as perfect as you can get. It also has a built in remote control via the SNOOZ app, which allows you to schedule, calibrate, and manage it from afar. If you want to block sounds and wake up rested, this is a portable, convenient, and durable option.
Cons:
It’s an actual fan, rather than a noise simulator, so the range of sounds is limited to the noises a fan can make.