If you have difficulty falling asleep, your smartphone can help you with some related sleep monitoring apps.
Sleep, which for most people is considered a completely natural process, is a problem for some. Sleep is not always easy. And if you are reading this article, there is a good chance that you have a problem and are looking for a solution to improve your sleep.
But can smartphones help you sleep better? Under the right conditions, yes they can. Let's look at three trackers applications that can help you.
Sleep as Android
Sleep as Android is not only one of the best sleep monitoring apps, it is also one of the best alarm clock apps for Android. We recommend that you install it even if you do not use it as a sleep tracker or alarm clock.
For example, it can play lullabies to relax your mind, has CAPTCHA-type wake-up verification so you don't have to turn it off and fall asleep again, has anti-snoring countermeasures, record your sleep talk, prevent sleep apnea and more.
It also works with other wearable or IoT devices, Philips Hue bulbs, social media and Spotify.
Released only for smartphone Android
Sleep Cycle
Sleep Cycle was once a paid app only, but now has a free version which is great. It is available on both Android and iOS.
In short, the Sleep Cycle monitors your sleep cycles and tries to wake you up during the lightest phase of your sleep which of course is closer to your waking time. When you are in a deep sleep state waking up can make you grumble for the rest of the day, while waking up during a light sleep state can help you feel more refreshed.
But do not worry about being late for work. If you sleep even after waking up, the Sleep Cycle will make you wake up !!!.
In the paid version (premium), you can track the trend of your sleep, take notes to see how some external factors affect your sleep (such as caffeine, diet and stress), compare sleep data with global sleep statistics, keep your data backup online and more.
It is available for both smartphones Android as well as for iOS
Good Morning
Good Morning does essentially the same job as Sleep Cycle. The app monitors how well you sleep using your phone's sensors, then tries to wake you up during your lightest sleep phase to make you feel as refreshed as possible.
Good Morning in relation to the Sleep Cycle, has detailed statistics that are presented to you in a more graphic way. You can also create sleep goals and reminders to help you move towards a healthier sleep routine. With the "Nightstand" function you can use your phone as a bedside watch.
It circulates so much for Android (free) as well as for iOS ($ 5)
Apart from these, there are other programs, which are not trackers, ie do not monitor sleep, but can help you in other ways. Such applications are those with blue light filters, with relaxing music, etc.
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