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White noise machines continue to offer simple solutions for better sleep, ranging from compact travel models to feature-rich nightstand devices. As tested by the WIRED Reviews team, these machines provide various sound frequencies and nature sounds to help users quiet their minds and drift off to sleep.
Best White Noise Machine With Sunrise Clock
The Hatch Restore 3 builds on earlier versions with two additional buttons, bringing its total to four for easier adjustments without needing the app. As noted by WIRED reviewer Nena Farrell, this model’s light is less bright than previous iterations and falls slightly short on its Sunlight function, but it provides an extensive sound library for subscribers.
Best White Noise Machine With Sleep Tracking
Tested by WIRED wearable tester Boutayna Chokrane, a brand-new white noise machine doubles as a sunrise alarm clock and a passive sleep tracker using motion-based monitoring. The device tracks sleep duration and stages with interactive visuals, operating without cameras or microphones while keeping data free from subscription locks. It includes adjustable volume, fade-out timers, color light scenes, gradual wake-up lights, and wind-down sunset lights. For audio, it offers white noise, nature sounds, sleep stories, and guided meditations, with over 2,500 additional audio options available through a Hatch+ subscription.
Best Analog White Noise Machine
The Snooz white noise machine focuses entirely on mechanical white noise generated by an internal fan rather than digital tracks. Designed for simple operation without extra buttons, users plug it in, press the power button, and twist the mesh sleeve to adjust the volume. Reviewer Julia Forbes notes that the device works best when placed centrally in a bedroom rather than directly on a nightstand to project sound evenly.
Best White Noise Machine for Kids
Replacing the older Hatch Rest, this kids’ sound machine features a fresh design and an updated app interface for establishing bedtime routines. Reviewer Nena Farrell uses it with her son, who frequently operates the easy nightlight button independently. While omitting gradual sunrises, it glows in multiple colors, plays music, and includes a three-month Hatch+ subscription.
Best White Noise Machine for Infants
Designed for portability, this compact device features a speaker on one side and a low-brightness night light on the other to help parents navigate dark rooms. Former WIRED reviewer Julia Forbes found the included clip somewhat rigid, though it attaches securely to stroller straps, diaper bags, or backpacks. The machine delivers strong, crisp sound with multiple white noise and fan options, nature sounds, lullabies, and Bluetooth connectivity for streaming preferred audio.
A Super Portable White Noise Machine
The tiny Restnature sound machine easily fits inside a pocket and offers 16 diverse sound options, including birds, fire, nature sounds, lullabies, and colored noise. It includes 30-, 60-, and 90-minute timers and achieves high volume levels, though sound quality drops at maximum volume. It is rechargeable via USB-C.
A Tried-and-True White Noise Machine
A basic white noise machine has functioned reliably for over a decade, featuring a DC power jack and optional battery operation using four AA batteries. It includes a volume control knob and buttons for 15-, 30-, or 60-minute timers alongside selections for thunder, ocean waves, brook, summer night, rain, and classic white noise. Though the volume knob and battery operation show minor signs of aging, the device remains a dependable option.
