Forget the jarring sound of a traditional alarm. The latest generation of smart bedside companions is here to transform your morning routine, and one of the market leaders is now available at a surprisingly low price.
A Smarter Way to Wake Up
Smart speakers have evolved far beyond simple music players. Devices like Amazon's Echo range now act as personal assistants, information hubs, and controllers for a connected home. The Echo Spot (2024) is designed specifically for the bedside, merging an alarm clock, a compact speaker, and the Alexa voice assistant into one sleek unit.
While it typically retails for £79, savvy shoppers can currently snap it up for a fraction of that cost. It's priced at £44.99 on Amazon, but an even better deal is available at QVC, where it's listed for £44.95. Crucially, new QVC customers can apply the code FIVE4U at checkout to save an extra £5, bringing the final price down to just £39.95.
What Can The Echo Spot Do?
This versatile gadget features a customisable touchscreen that displays the time, weather, and currently playing music. Instead of a harsh buzzer, it is programmed to wake you gently with gradually increasing light and your choice of music from services like Amazon Music, Apple Music, or Spotify.
As noted by the Daily Record's Tim Hanlon, Alexa is at the heart of the experience, ready to answer questions, set reminders, and control compatible smart home devices like lights and plugs with a simple voice command. With over 4,000 reviews on Amazon, it holds an impressive overall rating of 4.6 stars, with many users praising its sound quality, useful glow light, and simple setup.
Alternative Bedside Tech Options
The Echo Spot isn't the only innovative device aiming to improve your sleep and wake-up cycle. For those who prioritise a light-based alarm, Lumie's Bodyclock Spark 100 is reduced to £84 at Boots, a saving of £15. This model simulates a sunrise to help regulate your body's hormones naturally.
Another budget-friendly alternative is the Homecube Touch Bedside Lamp, which functions as a Bluetooth speaker and alarm clock. On Amazon, a voucher brings its price down to £17.59. It offers up to 12 hours of music playback and eight hours of dimmable light.
However, the overwhelmingly positive customer feedback for the Echo Spot (2024) highlights its position as a favourite. One five-star reviewer called it an "impressive device," while another stated they "should have bought this long ago." Some users noted the screen brightness may need adjusting for very dark rooms, but the consensus points to a highly useful and capable bedside gadget.
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
