Donation Alarm Clock: Tethered

Donation Alarm Clock: Tethered

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12 ratings
5 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 30, 2025
  • May 7, 2026
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This alarm clock uses financial stakes to motivate heavy sleepers to wake up. Set a monetary pledge that you lose if you miss your alarm, eliminating snooze and encouraging prompt wake-ups through loss aversion.

Financial stakes for motivation
No snooze or excuses
Loss aversion psychology
Customizable wake-up challenges
Streak tracking for habits
Minimalist design
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What's New in Donation Alarm Clock

1.0.5

May 7, 2026

Wake up and do good! Tethered now lets you donate to verified charitable organizations when your alarm goes off. Choose a cause you care about, and every morning becomes a chance to make a difference. Also in this update: key bug fixes and performance improvements

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Subscription plans

Tethered Pro

Access to all challenges and music features.

$39.991 Year
7 Days trial
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In-App Purchases

$59.99

Tethered Pro Lifetime

Lifetime access to all Pro features

User reviews

Love the donations!

Tying waking up to donating to charity is such a lovely idea to help the sleepy and the needy! And the app has personally been super effective in helping me get up

Response from developer

I appreciate the kind of feedback and I’m glad to hear that it’s working well for you!

Lifesaver app!

As someone who chronically sleeps through their alarms this has been a lifesaver for me, removing my ability to bargain for more minutes in the morning has been exactly what I needed

Response from developer

Thank you for the kind words! We're very pleased to hear that Tethered is solving the exact problem we intended when we set out to create it.

simple and effective!

This alarm has been exactly what I needed as I have a bad habit of finding any way possible to silence alarms in the morning. With this, I finally take waking up seriously and i literally spring out of bed. Also the app creator is super responsive which is much appreciated these days! One request I have would be is there a way to make the alarm go off only on the apple watch? Thanks!!
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for the kind words! Love hearing that Tethered is helping you spring out of bed, that's exactly what we're going for. Great suggestion on the Apple Watch-only alarm! I'll look into adding that as an option in a future update. Really appreciate the feedback!

First app to actually fix my sleep schedule

I’ve long struggled with other alarm apps and have always had the issue where I just turn them off and go right back to bed. This app is the first alarm that actually gets me up on time because of the accountability it puts on you, that no other alarm Im aware of provides. My sleep schedule is stable for the first time in ages thanks to this
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for sharing this! The "turn it off and go right back to sleep" problem is why I built Tethered (I struggled with the same thing for years). Really glad the accountability piece is working for you! And that your sleep schedule has stabilized. That's the best feedback I could ask for. 🙏

Very helpful!

I’ve struggled with waking up when I need to in the morning and this is the best app I’ve found to actually get me up reliably! cool idea and execution

Response from developer

Thanks so much for sharing this! We built Tethered specifically for people who have tried everything else and still struggle to get up, so we're happy to hear that it's actually helping you! Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.

FAQ

What is Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered?

Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered is an alarm clock designed for heavy sleepers that uses financial stakes to ensure you wake up on time. It leverages loss aversion to create real consequences for missing your alarm.

How does Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered work?

When you set an alarm, you attach a financial stake. If you fail to wake up and verify your wakefulness before the timer runs out, you lose that pledged amount. This creates a strong incentive to get out of bed.

Can I snooze with Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered?

No, Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered does not have a snooze button. The design eliminates this option to ensure users wake up promptly and avoid the negative consequences of oversleeping.

What are the subscription plans for Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered?

Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered offers 'Tethered Pro' at $3.99 per month or $39.99 per year. The annual plan includes a 7-day free trial.

Is Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered suitable for all ages?

The app has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it is intended for adult users due to its financial stake mechanism and potential for real-world financial loss.

How often is Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered updated?

The app was last updated on February 23, 2026, indicating recent development and ongoing support. The latest version is 1.0.4.

Does Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered have ads?

No, Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium features.

What devices does Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered support?

Currently, Puzzle Alarm Clock: Tethered is supported on iPhones. Future compatibility with other devices may be considered by the developer.