If you have a new baby you will most likely be trying to figure out if and when will you ever sleep again.
Part of a sleep routine is keeping the room dark, swaddling baby up snuggly, and putting on a sound machine to lull them to sleep.
Confused about which sound machine to buy? Here are some of the top picks that have been tried, tested, and reviewed for you.
The Hatch Rest is one of the best high-end noise machines on the market with all the bells and whistles. With its extensive features and soft glowing light, you can use it from newborn to toddler stage and beyond.
Pros:
- Beautiful design
- App and Wifi enabled so you can control it from anywhere in the house
- 18+ quality sounds to choose from
- Gentle glowing light makes a nice nightlight as child gets older
- Timer and display clock
Cons:
- Must be connected to Wifi to use the machine, which makes taking it on the go difficult.
- The app connection can be a little delayed, but this issue is fixed by using automated scheduling, ie: set it to begin the night routine at 6 pm and turn off in the am.
- Pricey
Overall rating:
With its small size and large variety of sounds and volumes, this powerful guy is a great, low-budget option to have. The sounds are soothing and non-looping which means you won't hear the same few seconds of sound repeated over and over.
Pros:
- Sleek design, small size
- Choose from timer increments or continuous play
- Natural sounding and soothing noises
Cons:
- Small buttons, difficult to maneuver
- Same button for power and timer, which can make using it confusing especially in middle of the night
- Small blue lights when on timer mode
Overall Rating:
A simple sound machine that works well if you’re looking for no frills. With 6 different sounds including rainstorm, ocean waves, summer nights and regular white noise. Choose to use the provided plug or batteries.
Pros:
- Very easy to use with basic on/off buttons, sound button options, and volume dial.
- Volume gets loud
Cons:
- Limited sounds to choose from
- Sound quality is mediocre
- Plug can be clunky
- Tiny green power light can be annoying for those with light sensitivity
Overall Rating:
The mini Glow with me Acorn by Skip Hop is a great sound machine for on-the-go, making naps possible anywhere. This little guy has a great battery life, with over 18 hours of usage. Recharge via USB.
Pros:
- Adorable Design
- Small and lightweight
- Silicone strap for attaching to strollers, car seats, diaper bags and more
- Long lasting battery
- Glowing light optional
Cons:
- We haven't found one yet!
Overall Rating:
Some babies just respond well to the shush noise. Save your voice and use the Baby Shusher instead. With a twist of the timer, the shushing starts. Compact and portable enough to take along with you wherever you go.
Pros:
- Authentic sounding Shhh sound
- Lightweight and portable
- Simple to use
Cons:
- Sound is only available at 5,10, and 30 increments.
Overall Rating:
This one is for the white noise enthusiasts. A real fan gives this sound machine its noise. Adjust the tone of the sound with a twist of the machine's body, to change the pitch to either deeper or brighter.
Pros:
- Genuine fan sound
- Control with buttons or via the app, which allows scheduling and other functionality
- 10 volume settings
Cons:
- Volume doesn't get very loud
- Pricey
Overall Rating:
Another actual fan device, this machine creates a genuine, non-canned sound to create the perfect background hum.
Pros:
- Genuine fan sound
- Simple one-button functionality
Cons:
- Only two options for low or high volume.
- May not be loud enough
Overall Rating:
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