Best Before Sunrise Alarm Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.5 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Finding the right before sunrise alarm apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Before Sunrise Alarm Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Before Sunrise AlarmBefore Sunrise AlarmFree5.0★ (5)NoNoMay 2026
2DawnLight - Sunrise AlarmDawnLight - Sunrise AlarmFreeNoNoAug 2026
3Sunrise Alarm Clock  -Sunrise Alarm Clock -Free4.0★ (36)NoYesAug 2026
4The Sunrise AlarmThe Sunrise AlarmFree3.3★ (3)NoNoMay 2026
5Sunrise Alarm - Surprise ClockSunrise Alarm - Surprise ClockFree1.6★ (8)NoYesAug 2026
6Sunrise Clock: Loud AlarmSunrise Clock: Loud AlarmFreeNoYesMay 2026
7Sunrise - Alarm ClockSunrise - Alarm ClockFreeNoNoAug 2026
8Alarm Clock: Wake up |Alarm Clock: Wake up |Free4.2★ (147)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Before Sunrise Alarm

Before Sunrise Alarm#1

Before Sunrise Alarm by Tameem Siddiquee

Set once. Adjusts daily.
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
5.0(5 ratings)
Free
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This app automatically adjusts your wake-up time to coincide with sunrise or Fajr prayer. Set your preferred time relative to dawn once, and it will adapt daily throughout the year. It's designed for seamless integration into daily prayer routines and offers offline calculations without ads or tracking.

Sunrise Alarm Clock  -#3

Sunrise Alarm Clock - by Nathaniel Tedesco

Wake up at sunrise
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.0(36 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps you synchronize your sleep schedule with natural light cycles. It offers a free option to wake up at sunrise and a pro version with advanced features like custom times, snooze, and personalized sounds.

More Before Sunrise Alarm apps to explore

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The Sunrise Alarm
The Sunrise Alarm
The Sunrise Alarm
Sync up with nature's rhythm
Free

This app simulates a natural sunrise to help you wake up feeling refreshed. It uses your location to set sunrise times and offers customizable light durations and natural alarm sounds. Each morning, receive a philosophical quote to start your day positively.

Sunrise simulationCustomizable light durationNatural alarm sounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(3)
free
5
Sunrise Alarm - Surprise Clock
Sunrise Alarm - Surprise Clock
Sunrise Alarm - Surprise Clock
Ensure that you're never late
Free

This app ensures you're never late by triggering alarms 5-15 minutes earlier than scheduled. It's useful for power naps, important meetings, or catching live events, providing peace of mind that you'll be notified in advance.

Early alarm triggersCustomizable notification timesPower nap assistance
🌟 Lifestyle
(8)
freemium
6
Sunrise Clock: Loud Alarm
Sunrise Clock: Loud Alarm
Sunrise Clock: Loud Alarm
WakeUp Refreshed Every Morning
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
7
Sunrise - Alarm Clock
Sunrise - Alarm Clock
Sunrise - Alarm Clock
Alarms that work for you
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
8
Alarm Clock: Wake up |
Alarm Clock: Wake up |
Alarm Clock: Wake up |
Custom Music Sounds, Vibration
Free

This app helps you stay on schedule with customizable alarms and reminders. Set multiple alarms with unique sounds, recurring or one-time alerts, and adjustable snooze options. Its simple interface ensures you can manage your day efficiently and wake up on time.

Multiple alarms with customizable tonesRecurring or one-time alertsAdjustable snooze duration
🔧 Utilities
(147)
subscription
9
Glow Alarm - Wake Up Light
Glow Alarm - Wake Up Light
Glow Alarm - Wake Up Light
Sunrise alarm clock
Free

This app simulates a natural sunrise using your device's screen and flashlight to gently wake you up. It offers customizable light offsets and integration with your music library for alarm sounds, promoting a more refreshed morning experience.

Sunrise simulation with screen and flashlightGradual light warming with color temperature changeCustomizable light offset timing
💪 Health & Fitness
(27)
free with in-app purchases
10
Light Alarm
Light Alarm
Light Alarm
by Seligman Ventures Global Limited
$6.99

Wake up gently and refreshed with a gradually brightening light and customizable nature sounds. This app offers a user-friendly interface with adjustable alarm buildup times, vibration, and snooze options. Personalize your clock display and save money compared to physical sunrise alarm clocks.

Gradually brightening lightCustomizable nature sound alarmsAdjustable buildup times
🔧 Utilities
(69)
paid
11
Sunrise Sunset Notification
Sunrise Sunset Notification
Sunrise Sunset Notification
by Ming Liu
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
12
Loud Alarm Clock - RiseUp
Loud Alarm Clock - RiseUp
Loud Alarm Clock - RiseUp
Alarm Clock for Heavy Sleepers
Free

This alarm clock is designed for heavy sleepers, offering no snooze or shortcuts. It requires users to complete a chosen mission to silence the loud alarm, ensuring they get out of bed.

No snooze buttonMission-based silencingWorks when locked or app closed
🌟 Lifestyle
(2)
freemium
13
Wakeify: Music Alarm Clock
Wakeify: Music Alarm Clock
Wakeify: Music Alarm Clock
Wake to your favorite music
Free

Wake up gently to your favorite music with this alarm clock. It integrates with Spotify and Apple Music, offering a fade-in volume and ensuring alarms ring even on silent mode. Enjoy all features unlocked for free.

Wake to Spotify or Apple MusicFade-in volumeWorks on silent/Do Not Disturb
💪 Health & Fitness
(26)
freemium
14
Wakey - Cute Alarm Clock
Wakey - Cute Alarm Clock
Wakey - Cute Alarm Clock
Cute alarm that wakes you up
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
Light Alarm (Lite)
Light Alarm (Lite)
Light Alarm (Lite)
by Seligman Ventures Global Limited
Free

Wake up gently and refreshed with a gradually brightening light and customizable nature sounds. This app offers a user-friendly interface to personalize your wake-up experience, including alarm buildup times, vibration, and snooze options. Enjoy a brighter morning and save money with this free alternative to expensive sunrise alarm clocks.

Gradually brightening lightCustomizable nature soundsAdjustable alarm buildup times
🔧 Utilities
(158)
free with in-app purchases
16
WakeRight
WakeRight
WakeRight
Gentle Sunrise Alarm Clock
Free

This app offers a gentle wake-up experience by simulating a sunrise on your screen. It features customizable sunrise durations and styles, along with motivational content to start your day positively. It also includes features to help you wind down in the evening.

Full-screen sunrise animation18 sunrise stylesConfigurable sunrise duration
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free with in-app purchases
17
WakeProof: Alarm Clock Wake Up
WakeProof: Alarm Clock Wake Up
WakeProof: Alarm Clock Wake Up
Smart Alarm Clock & Wake Up
Free

This alarm clock requires users to complete interactive challenges to dismiss alarms, ensuring they are truly awake. It offers various challenge types, an 'awake check' feature, and optional Fajr alarm scheduling. Track your wake-up consistency with detailed morning statistics.

Interactive wake-up challengesMath, color, speech, and shake challengesAwake Check feature
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
18
Sunrise Alarm Clock – Dawn Simulator
Sunrise Alarm Clock – Dawn Simulator
Sunrise Alarm Clock – Dawn Simulator
Wake up refreshed
$0.99

This app simulates a natural sunrise using your iPhone's flash to gradually brighten your room, promoting a more refreshed wake-up experience. It incorporates gentle nature sounds that intensify to help you rouse from sleep. It may also help improve sleep patterns and mood.

Simulates dawn with iPhone flashGradually increases light intensityIncludes intensifying nature sounds
🏥 Medical
(19)
paid
19
Loud Alarm Clock LOUDEST Sleep
Loud Alarm Clock LOUDEST Sleep
Loud Alarm Clock LOUDEST Sleep
Loudest ANNOYING Alarm Clock +
Free

This app provides an extra-loud alarm designed to wake even the heaviest sleepers. It features a variety of loud sound alerts, voice alarms, and the ability to run in the background, ensuring you wake up on time.

Extra-loud alarm alertsVariety of sound and voice alarmsRuns in background
🔧 Utilities
(7.9K)
free with in-app purchases
20
One Touch Alarm Clock
One Touch Alarm Clock
One Touch Alarm Clock
Set in two seconds!
Free

This intuitive alarm clock app allows you to set alarms in just two seconds with a unique analog clock interface. Customize your wake-up experience with your favorite music or preset sounds, and enjoy features like snooze, vibration, and fade-in alarms. It also includes a sleep timer for relaxing evenings.

Set alarm in two secondsCustomizable music alarmsSnooze function
🔧 Utilities
(11K)
ad-supported

FAQ about Before Sunrise Alarm

What are the best before sunrise alarm apps for iPhone?
Before Sunrise Alarm tops our before sunrise alarm apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 5 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top before sunrise alarm apps we rank are free to download, including Before Sunrise Alarm and DawnLight - Sunrise Alarm.
Before Sunrise Alarm has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ before sunrise alarm apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Before Sunrise Alarm automatically adjusts your wake-up time to sync with sunrise or Fajr prayer. You set your preferred time relative to dawn once, and the app handles daily adjustments throughout the year.
Yes, Before Sunrise Alarm performs offline calculations for sunrise and Fajr times. This ensures you can rely on its alarm functionality even without an internet connection.