# Progressive Alarm Clock > Gentle alarm clock with Tibetan singing bowls and dream journaling. (iPhone/iPad app by Spotlight Six Software LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/progressive-alarm-clock/id362389803 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Spotlight Six Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/337472902) - Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 4.60/5 from 3,045 App Store ratings · 291 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 46 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-03-18 - Data updated: 2026-08-25 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/progressive-alarm-clock/id362389803/reviews.md ## What is Progressive Alarm Clock? Progressive Alarm Clock will wake you up gently and gradually using the beautiful sounds of the Tibetan singing bowl. At the specified alarm time, the bells will begin to ring in a pre-defined pattern - starting out softly and slowly and gradually getting louder and more frequent. You'll come out of your slumber slowly and peacefully. No more being jolted awake. + After setting the alarm, the app can be put in the background - allowing you to use other apps. At the specified alarm time, the alarm pattern will begin. + Choose from five pre-defined patterns with varying bell schedules and escalation lengths. + Choose from six different bells of varying size and metal compositions - from bright and clean to deep and complex with lovely overtones. + You may enter journal notes upon awakening - great for recording your dreams before the memory fades. You can then go back and review your journal entries and you may export the journal via email. For privacy, you may set a password to prevent unauthorized access. + To save battery, you may lock your device's screen and the alarm will still work. Either start the alarm and press the lock (sleep) button, or turn on the "Auto-Lock" setting. + This app uses the same amazing bell sounds used in our Insight Timer meditation timer. Here are some app store comments pertaining to the bells: "Best sounding bells of any meditation app so far" - sibergrrl "The bell samples in this app are gorgeous" - LairBob "Several different bell sounds to choose from and they all feel 'live'" - VaderPi "Great Sound Quality" - KarlAgathon "The tones are stunning" - hellsleeve "Beautiful bell sounds" - Wolf94114 "Wonderful digital bell sounds" - zenji "The bell sounds are lovely" - pngwen Other Features: - Snooze from 1 minute to 30 minutes - Sure Wake: Optional LOUD backup sound - Seven colors available for time display - Optionally keep phone from sleeping - Huge landscape time display - App works even when phone is sleeping (locked) ## Key features - Gradual wake-up with Tibetan singing bowls - Customizable alarm patterns - Choice of six bell sounds - Dream journaling with export - Password protection for journal - Works with locked screen - Optional loud backup sound ## Chart rankings - #25 in Top Paid · Health & Fitness (US App Store) ## What do users think of Progressive Alarm Clock? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🌅 Gentle wake up - 🔔 Soothing alarm sounds - ⏰ Reliable alarm - 💤 Peaceful start to the day - 🕰️ Customizable alarm settings - 🧘‍♀️ Ideal for meditation/mindfulness **Cons** - 🔋 Battery drain issues - 🔇 Volume control linked to phone volume - 🔁 Lack of recurring/scheduled alarms - 🐛 Occasional app crashes or glitches - 🔍 Limited sound options - 🔴 Alarm stops when app is closed **Commonly reported bugs** - Alarm not going off as scheduled - App crashing or disappearing from the phone - Alarm volume not working as expected **Most requested features** - Ability to set recurring alarms on specific days - Independent volume control for the alarm - More sound options beyond Tibetan singing bowls - Alarm that can run in the background or when phone is locked - Customizable alarm patterns and durations ## Recent user reviews (10 of 291) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/progressive-alarm-clock/id362389803/reviews.md ### 5/5 — This is it. *2026-08-07, version 5.2.1* This app is exactly what I was looking for. Don’t let the weird user interface deceive you, it does what it’s supposed to do and that’s all that matters. ### 5/5 — Wake Up *2026-07-30, version 5.2.1* The alarm is loud & rings for quite sometime. You will never miss an appt. ### 5/5 — Exactly what I was looking for *2026-07-28, version 5.2.1* I wanted an alarm sound that would progressively get louder and after looking at several other apps and tones to download I had just about given up. Icing on the cake would be if the sounds was Tibetan bowls and then BAM!!! I found this app and now waking up is calming, gradual and doesn’t wake up my wife next to me. This is exactly what I was looking for and works just like you think it should. ### 5/5 — Been using this for 30+years… *2026-06-21, version 5.2.1* … because it is a flexible, gentle , but completely reliable, alarm clock, meditation guide, baking timer… ### 5/5 — Love the bell tones *2026-06-08, version 5.2.1* Best gentle alarm clock… Doesn’t wake my wife ### 2/5 — When it works it’s great! *2026-05-28, version 5.2.1* I’ve had this alarm for years and love it! Recently, the alarm doesn’t go off and will reset itself for the next day without alarming for the day it was originally set for. ### 1/5 — It's an alarm clock! *2026-05-27, version 5.2.1* For good God, when I'm going to bed the last I want is to be prompted to write a damn review. ### 4/5 — Work most of the time! *2026-05-19, version 5.2.1* I’ve had this alarm for years and love it! Recently, there have been days when it doesn’t go off and will turn off the alarm or sometimes reset itself for the next day without alarming for the day it was originally set for. ### 3/5 — Unreliable *2026-04-09, version 5.2.1* Unless in the front it does not work well. Cannot even find in list of apps to work in babground. ### 5/5 — Great alarm clock *2026-03-29, version 5.2.1* Works great - really like the gradually increasing volume. Can you make the snooze button bigger and color it so it’s easier to find and activate? ## Frequently asked questions about Progressive Alarm Clock ### How does this alarm clock wake you up? This alarm clock wakes you up gently and gradually using the beautiful sounds of Tibetan singing bowls. The bells start softly and slowly, then gradually increase in loudness and frequency until you are fully awake, preventing you from being jolted awake. ### What are the key features of this alarm app? Key features include a gentle wake-up with customizable Tibetan singing bowl patterns, a choice of six different bell sounds, a dream journaling function with export capabilities, password protection for privacy, and the ability to work even when the device screen is locked to save battery. ### Is this app free to use? Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There is no mention of free usage, in-app purchases, or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model. ### Can I use other apps while the alarm is set? Yes, after setting the alarm, you can put the app in the background and use other applications on your device. The alarm pattern will still begin at the specified time. ### What is the 'Sure Wake' feature? The 'Sure Wake' feature is an optional loud backup sound that can be activated. This ensures that you will wake up even if the primary gentle alarm sounds are not sufficient, providing an extra layer of reliability. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.2.1 — 2016-11-19 This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. + Reduced battery consumption + Option to play white noise + Show badge on icon when alarm is pending + Bug fixes ### 5.1.3 — 2015-09-21 - Changes for iOS 9 compatibility - Bug fixes ### 5.1.2 — 2014-12-11 + Support for iOS 8 and all screen sizes + Bug fixes ### 4.1.1 — 2012-10-14 + iPhone 5 / iOS 6 support + You can now edit your journal entries + Sure Wake has been re-implemented to work better + New burnt orange color available + New icon You can help support Progressive Alarm Clock by rating or reviewing it on the App Store. Just go to: Options > Rate or Review This App. Thanks! ### 3.3.1 — 2011-10-31 - Changes to work better with iOS 5 Please help support Progressive Alarm Clock by rating it on the App Store - it's easy: just tap "Options" and then tap "Rate or Review..." Even if you've already done this, please do it again because Apple resets the ratings after each new release. Thanks! 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