Hatch's new clock skips the sleep score and tracks you at night instead - here's how

Hatch, a company that has been providing white noise machines and sunrise alarm clocks since 2016, has unveiled its latest innovation - the Hatch Sleep Clock. The new device aims to track sleep patterns and provide actionable insights to improve sleep routines rather than offering a sleep score, which is typically generated by other sleep trackers.

The Sleep Clock employs motion sensing technology combined with ultra-low-power radio signals to monitor various factors like bed entry, respiration rate, sleep stages, and nighttime movements. Upon waking, users receive personalized suggestions to enhance their sleep hygiene, rather than a numerical score.

According to Fiona Biles, the company's chief product officer, the goal is to empower users with practical steps to modify their sleep habits, rather than overwhelming them with data they can't directly control. Unlike traditional wearables, the Sleep Clock doesn't merely provide data; it offers guidance on how to utilize it for long-term sleep improvement.

One of the key suggestions might include incorporating one of Hatch's sound baths or nighttime podcasts into your bedtime routine, educating users about sleep hygiene practices, or adjusting the bed entry time. The company's contactless motion sensor technology, utilized in devices like Somnofy, is reputed for its accuracy in detecting sleep/wake times, as demonstrated by a 2020 study in Sleep Medicine.

The Hatch Sleep Clock will be available for $249 on the company's website. ZDNET is set to review the device, sharing its findings and insights in the coming months.