Forget the old-fashioned alarm clocks of the past. Now you can choose from a smorgasbord of hi-tech alarm clock apps for Android and iOS. With challenging clocks to get you out of bed, advanced sleep cycle tracking, and soothing Tibetan sounds — here’s a roundup of our favorite alarm clock apps for 2024.

Looking for a clock that is both flexible and free? Compatible with Android and iOS, Alarm Clock for Me has a wide range of features. For starters, it offers a choice of alarm sounds, white noise for sleeping, a sleep timer, and unlimited alarms. Highly customizable, you can choose from different themes, change the clock settings, and add a weather forecast. You can also select different ways to turn off the alarm, including shaking your phone or solving a math problem.

If you have trouble rolling out of bed, Alarmy can help you get up and shine. What makes this one different (and annoying, in a good way) is that you have to perform other tasks before you can turn it off. For example, you can turn it off by shaking it 50 times, doing math, or taking a picture of your coffee mug. While it’s not an alarm clock for everyone, it can be helpful for those who find themselves hitting the snooze button longer than they should.

Want to better understand your sleep cycles? Sleep Cycle is an intelligent, beautifully designed app that wakes you up gently and provides detailed analysis of your nighttime habits. This alarm app uses patented sound technology to collect your stats and create a daily sleep graph. It allows you to keep a history of your sleep data over time, so you can tweak your sleep habits and reach your goals. A Premium membership unlocks additional melodies, sleep notes, and more.