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11 Best Sleep-Improvement Hacks/Gadgets (2025 Edition)
Ashley Abramson
If you struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, it may be time to think about your bedtime routine. If you don’t have a bedtime routine, then now is the perfect time to start! Here’s why: Your brain and body thrive on consistency. Following the same routine each night helps prime you for rest, essentially telling your body when it’s time to wind down.
While any relaxing routine can help support better sleep habits — we’ll be the first to tell you reducing screen time can make a huge difference! — you can also incorporate tools into your regimen. You may be wondering, exactly what are the best sleep improvement products out there? Real talk: There’s no one sleep solution that’ll magically help you get better rest. Instead, focus on investing in products that will help you set up a routine you can stick with.
Below, find the 11 of the best devices for better sleep — starting tonight.
1. Hatch Restore 3
Restore is a smart sleep clock that combines many popular sleep devices into one, serving as a Sunrise Alarm, reading light, sound machine. Hatch Restore also helps you create routines that support better sleep habits, from soothing bedtime lights and sounds to Sunrise Alarms that help you wake up gently in the morning without a jarring alarm — all without relying on your phone. Create multi-step Unwind Routines with your favorite light and sound pairings, and unlock even more lights and sounds with Hatch+, an optional subscription that can help you build sleep habits. Want to switch things up? Create several different bedtime and morning routines to support your changing schedule throughout the week.
2. Nodpod Sleep Mask
Along with blocking out light that can keep you awake, the Nodpod sleep mask adds soothing deep pressure to your face while you fall asleep — like a weighted blanket, but for your eyes. One side is made of cotton, and the other side velvet, so you can choose what’s most relaxing for you. Because it doesn’t have a strap like traditional sleep masks — you just lay it on your face — it’s ideal for side or back sleepers. The sleep mask comes in several colors to match your vibe. Pro tip: Pop it in the freezer so you can use it when you have a headache.
Buy: Nodpod Sleep Mask
3. West Elm Worn Velvet Blackout Curtains
Even a small amount of light in your sleeping space can interfere with your body’s circadian rhythm and make it hard to fall and stay asleep. These blackout curtains keep unwanted light at bay with sewn-in blackout liners — and the vintage velvet look is sure to add nostalgic, cozy vibes to your room. The curtains come in several different colors and sizes, so you can find the one that works best for your space (or matches your Hatch Restore).
Buy: West Elm Worn Velvet Blackout Curtains
4. Bearaby Queen Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets, studies have shown, can be helpful for winding down your mind and body for rest. This queen-size weighted blanket covers the whole bed, evenly distributing weight to help you relax for sleep. (It comes in several sizes and colors, so you can find one that fits your bed and your bedroom’s aesthetic.) Unlike other weighted blankets, the Bearaby is made of breathable, cooling, upcycled material, so it’s ideal for hot sleepers. Customers say the blanket helps them ditch sleep aids and rest deeper through the night.
Buy: Bearaby Queen Weighted Blanket
5. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
Reducing screen time before bed can be a great way to signal to your body that it’s time to release sleep hormones that help you drift off. The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite encourages phone-free habits, giving you something to do without resorting to TikTok or your inbox. Plus, with an e-reader instead of a stack of books, you can free up valuable bedside table real estate. The ultra-thin design makes it easy to tote around, and you can adjust the light to read in bright sunlight or the dark.
6. Vekkia Dual Heads Reading Light
If you’d rather go the more traditional right, consider investing in a simple reading light that attaches to your book (allowing you to turn off your overhead light, creating a more relaxing bedtime environment). This one has two heads that shine light on both open pages, and you can adjust the brightness between five modes to your preference. It has a rechargeable battery that lasts for up to 20 hours of reading.
Buy: Vekkia Dual Heads Reading Light
7. Buffy Wiggle Pillow
A body pillow can help keep your spine aligned for sleep, making for more comfortable rest (and wake-ups). Plus, who doesn’t like snuggling up to something warm and cozy in bed? The Buffy Wiggle Pillow is supportive-yet-soft, covered in breathable eucalyptus fabric. The cover easily unzips, so you can toss it in the washer as needed. Reviewers say it’s a game-changer for sleep, but it’s on the longer side at 7’ — so if you’re shorter side, a smaller body pillow may work better for you.
Buy: Buffy Wiggle Pillow
8. Slip Silk Pillowcase
Along with preventing morning face creases and frizzy hair, this dermatologist-approved silk pillow case feels like a touch of super-soft luxury in your bed. The silk material absorbs less skincare product from your face than cotton or satin alternatives, so you can get more out of your bedtime skincare routine. A win-win! The Slip pillowcase comes in many different sizes, designs, and colors, and the zippered version fits snugly over your pillow.
Buy: Slip Silk Pillowcase
9. Therabody SleepMask
Sleep mask, meet tech: This Therabody mask gently vibrates — choose from three soothing patterns — to help you fall asleep faster while blocking out 100% of light that can interfere with sleep. It’s made of soft, breathable fabric that molds to any face shape, and it’s lightweight enough to travel with (it even comes with a travel pouch). Upgrade to the spendier Therabody SmartGoggles for sound and heat therapy and temple massage.
Buy: Therabody SleepMask
10. This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
Looking for a simple-but-effective step for your bedtime routine? This deep sleep pillow spray contains stress-busting chamomile, lavender, and vetivert to help you sink into relaxing sleep with just a few spritzes. Scent, like sound, is also a great way to create a mental association with sleep, making it easier to wind down over time. Reviewers say they feel like they’re sleeping in a spa when they use the pillow spray, and that their rooms have never smelled better.
Buy: This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
11. L.L. Bean Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set
A cool sleeping space is one of the most effective ways to support better sleep, and there’s nothing cooler and more breathable than high-quality, crisp cotton percale sheets. This set from L.L. Bean, highly rated by Wirecutter, comes in five different sizes from twin to California king and nine different colorways. Reviewers say they feel soft and luxurious, like being “swaddled in silk.” We’re sold!
Buy: L.L. Bean Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set
Best devices for better sleep
- Hatch Restore
- Nodpod Sleep Mask
- West Elm Worn Velvet Blackout Curtains
- Bearaby Weighted Blanket
- Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
- Vekkia Dual Heads Reading Light
- Buffy Wiggle Pillow
- Slip Silk Pillowcase
- Therabody Sleep Mask
- This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
- L.L. Bean Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set
Frequently asked questions
How can I get better sleep?
Sleep is important, but getting quality rest can be hard. One of the best ways to support better sleep is to create consistent habits. Your mind and body love consistency — that’s why sleep experts recommend going to bed and waking up around the same time every day. Think of habits as cues to tell your brain and body when it’s time to settle down for rest. Need help creating consistency? Hatch Restore offers both bedtime cues and personalizable sleep routines to help you set up a routine and stay on track. If you’re still struggling with sleep after implementing routines and prioritizing sleep hygiene (more on that below), it may be a good idea to check in with your doctor.
What is good sleep hygiene?
Sleep hygiene means taking steps to set yourself up for the best possible sleep — for example, reducing screen time before bed, starting sleep routines that help settle your mind and body for rest, and creating a sleep space that actually feels restful. Even your daytime routines (think morning sunlight exposure and stopping caffeine by a certain time) can be part of sleep hygiene. Everyone is different, so think of good sleep hygiene as anything that helps you wind down.
What are the best sleep improvement products?
The best sleep improvement products are ones that support — you guessed it! — your sleep routines. Anything you use consistently can help cue to your mind and body that it’s time to get ready for rest. Ideally, sleep improvement products should help you relax, whether that means tools that help reduce screen time, soothe your body, or make your sleeping space feel more peaceful and comfortable.
