Sunrise Alarm for Smart Lights

Sunrise Alarm for Smart Lights

Wake-Up Clock for HomeKit

13 ratings
10 reviews
#73 in paid Health & Fitness
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$4.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 2, 2025
  • July 7, 2026

Features

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About

Simulate a natural dawn with your existing smart lights to improve morning alertness and sleep quality. This app works with HomeKit-certified devices and runs independently on your Apple TV or HomePod.

Gradual dawn simulation
HomeKit device integration
Customizable light color and brightness
Scheduled alarms
Independent operation on Apple TV/HomePod
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What's New in Sunrise Alarm for Smart Lights

1.3.1

July 7, 2026

- Improved on/off device scheduling, with clearer timing during setup - Made alarm preview descriptions more accurate

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Health & Fitness

This app dropped -11 positions in Health & Fitness chart.

Last updated on August 6, 2026.

User reviews

Excellent App and Dev

Incredibly useful app and responsive developer

Response from developer

Thank you for the review. Really glad it's been useful!

Simple and Effective

Previously setup my own shortcuts, but it’s cumbersome to manage and change. This app is perfectly seamless and simple, love it$

Response from developer

Thank you for the review! Really glad it's been a seamless alternative to managing Shortcuts.

Amazing app!!

Found this app through the App Store/reddit from a post from the creator. I wasn’t sure at first whether to get it or not since you can’t try it and it’s a new app but I’m glad I did!

It’s a one time purchase so no subscriptions after and it does exactly what I want with creating sunrise lamps with the new IKEA bulbs. It’s a nice UI that uses Apple Home features in the background so no need for your phone when it’s set up it will be running on your Apple TV/Homepod

I recommend the app as it’s already doing a lot for anyone that just wants a simple sunrise lamp and doesn’t want to pay for a subscription for that. The creator seems very motivated to add more features in the future so I’m curious to see that too!
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Response from developer

Thank you for the review and for taking the time to share your experience. One of the core goals of this app was to deliver a reliable, set-and-forget experience that runs natively on your home hub, so I’m glad to hear it’s been working well for you. I’m actively working on improvements and additional features and look forward to sharing more updates in the future. Thanks again for the recommendation.

Einfach, elegant und fair

Die Bedienung ist sehr übersichtlich, durch die Live-Vorschau sieht man das eingestellte Licht auch gleich, auch die Vorschau des geplanten Weckers ist super. Der Preis (2,99 € als Einmalzahlung) ist unschlagbar.

Response from developer

Vielen Dank für das tolle Feedback! Es freut mich sehr, dass dir die einfache Bedienung und die Vorschauen gefallen.

Dimmt Home Lichter über einen Zeitraum!

Also streng genommen erstellt die App nur 10, 20 oder 30 Szenen und stellt die Uhrzeit, damit diese passend nacheinander abgespielt werden. Dadurch entsteht ein Effekt wie ein langsam heller werden. Das funktioniert auch sehr gut. Ich würde mir als Auslöser noch Sonnenauf oder Untergang wünschen, so dass das Licht kein Alarm, sondern eine Art Ergänzung abends darstellt. Also während es draußen dunkler wird, wird das Licht heller.
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Response from developer

Vielen Dank für dein ausführliches Feedback! Es freut mich zu hören, dass der Dimm-Effekt für dich gut funktioniert. Deinen Wunsch, Sonnenauf- und -untergang als Auslöser zu nutzen, werde ich bei zukünftigen Updates berücksichtigen.

FAQ

What is Sunrise Alarm?

Sunrise Alarm is an application that transforms your HomeKit-enabled smart lights into a gradual dawn simulator. It aims to improve your morning alertness and sleep quality by mimicking natural light cycles.

Does Sunrise Alarm require a subscription?

No, Sunrise Alarm does not require a subscription. It is a one-time purchase.

What devices are compatible with Sunrise Alarm?

Sunrise Alarm works with all HomeKit-certified devices, including Philips Hue, Nanoleaf, and LIFX bulbs, strips, plugs, and fans. It requires an Apple Home Hub (Apple TV or HomePod) and at least one HomeKit-compatible light.

How does Sunrise Alarm improve sleep and alertness?

The app uses a gradual light increase to trigger your body's natural cortisol awakening response, which is more effective than sound-based alarms. Users report improvements in as few as six days.

Can Sunrise Alarm run without my phone?

Yes, your sunrise alarm runs directly on your Apple TV or HomePod. This means it will function even if your phone is off or not nearby.

How often is Sunrise Alarm updated?

The latest version is 1.2.0, last updated on February 21, 2026. Update frequency is typically tied to new iOS features or user-requested improvements.

What is the age rating for Sunrise Alarm?

Sunrise Alarm has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.

What are the customization options for the sunrise simulation?

You can customize the color, brightness curves, and fade duration of the light to match your sleep environment and personal sensitivity. You can also set different alarm schedules for weekdays and weekends.