As convenient as it might be to use your phone as an alarm clock, standalone alarm clocks come with all kinds of features that can make waking up — or even going to sleep — a little less painful.

Motivational speaker and podcast star Mel Robbins swears by her sunrise alarm clock, and so do I. I’ve used the Lumie sunrise alarm clock for over a year and a half, and here are my thoughts on ...

Best for: Those who desire a large digital display ... pitched digital tone is effective yet annoying. Marathon Analog Desk Alarm Clock with Auto-Night Light: The Marathon has many great features.