Name: Hatch Restore 2

Type: Smart alarm clock with sun simulation and audio library

Best for: Tech-savy sleepers looking to improve morning and nighttime routine

Dimensions: 7.24" x 2.43" x 5.31"

Warranty: 1 year

Price:$169.99 at Amazon

Name: Philips SmartSleep Sleep and Wake-up Light

Type: Sunrise and sunset alarm clock

Best for: Less tech-savy looking for natural wake-up call

Dimensions: 8.8" x 4.7" x 8.6"

Warranty: 2 years

Price:$179.95 at Philips

If you're looking for a sunrise alarm clock to make the dark winter mornings easier, you've likely come across the Hatch Restore 2 and the Philips SmartSleep Sleep and Wake-Up Light. Both are considered the top options to shop, but they differ in the features they offer and the design and set up. So, which is right for you?

This year's best sunrise alarm clocks offer realistic, warm sunrises to gently wake sleepers and energize them for the day ahead. However, the Hatch Restore 2 and the Philips SmartSleep go one step further. The Hatch connects to your smart phone for easy controls and offers a range of features from guided meditation to dreamscapes, as well as a sunrise. The Philip SmartSleep has a more simple set up and offers one of the best realistic and energizing sunrises we've seen.