Best Shake Alarm Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 248+ shake alarm apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Shake Alarm Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Motion Alarm ClockMotion Alarm ClockFree4.5β˜… (1.3K)YesYesSep 2026
2Shake to Wake: Alarm ClockShake to Wake: Alarm ClockFree4.7β˜… (23)YesNoJul 2026
3Wake N Shake Alarm ClockWake N Shake Alarm Clock$0.993.5β˜… (68)NoNoAug 2026
4Alarmy - Loud alarm clockAlarmy - Loud alarm clockFree4.8β˜… (246K)YesYesSep 2026
5Instant Wake Up - Alarm ClockInstant Wake Up - Alarm ClockFree4.4β˜… (491)YesYesSep 2026
6Alarmzy: alarm, clock, wake upAlarmzy: alarm, clock, wake upFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
7AlarmMon ( alarm clock )AlarmMon ( alarm clock )Free4.7β˜… (1.1K)YesYesSep 2026
8WakeProof: Alarm Clock Wake UpWakeProof: Alarm Clock Wake UpFree1.0β˜… (1)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Shake Alarm

Motion Alarm Clock#1

Motion Alarm Clock by Jarig Duval

Shake to stop the alarm
Editor's Choice
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.5😞(1.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app ensures you wake up on time with a unique shake-to-stop alarm. It offers customizable alarms, a bedside clock, and features to help establish healthy morning routines and prevent oversleeping.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Wakes me up effectively
  • πŸ‘ Requires physical movement to stop alarm
  • πŸš€ Helps me get out of bed

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Crashes frequently
  • πŸ”‹ Drains battery
  • πŸ”‡ Loud ads after alarm
  • πŸ”‡ Alarm sound can't be adjusted
  • πŸ”‡ Alarm doesn't stop when phone is on silent
Shake to Wake: Alarm Clock#2

Shake to Wake: Alarm Clock by Gianluca Di Maggio

No Snooze. No Mercy.
Strong Contender
πŸ”§ Utilities
4.7(23 ratings)
FreeAds
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This alarm clock app requires you to shake your device to turn off the alarm, making it ideal for those who struggle to wake up. It also functions as a table clock and can activate the flashlight with a shake.

Wake N Shake Alarm Clock#3

Wake N Shake Alarm Clock by Wakeout, LLC.

Worth Considering
πŸ”§ Utilities
3.5😐(68 ratings)
$0.99
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This alarm clock requires vigorous shaking to be dismissed, ensuring you get out of bed. It's designed for motivated individuals who want to start their day immediately and avoid hitting the snooze button.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Effective at waking up heavy sleepers
  • πŸš€ Forces user to physically shake phone to turn off alarm
  • πŸ’‘ Customizable shake intensity levels
  • πŸ‘ Variety of alarm sounds and music options
  • πŸ‘ Nap timer feature

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Alarm doesn't always go off or stops working
  • πŸ”‹ High battery consumption when app is left open
  • πŸ”’ Requires app to be open and unlocked for alarm to work
  • πŸ‘Ž Confusing user interface and lack of instructions
  • πŸ‘Ž Removed ability to set multiple alarms for different days

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FAQ about Shake Alarm

What are the best shake alarm apps for iPhone?
Motion Alarm Clock tops our shake alarm apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 1.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 18 of the top shake alarm apps we rank are free to download, including Motion Alarm Clock and Shake to Wake: Alarm Clock.
Motion Alarm Clock shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 248+ shake alarm apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is designed to ensure you wake up on time by requiring you to shake the device to stop the alarm. It aims to prevent oversleeping and help establish consistent morning routines.
Key features include a shake-to-stop alarm mechanism, multiple and repeating alarms, a lockable alarm that cannot be canceled, customizable ringtones, a highly customizable bedside clock, and features like bedtime reminders and battery saving mode.

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