Sunrise Alarm Clocks · Head-to-head
Dreamegg Sunrise 2 vs Philips HF3650/60
The short answer
Philips HF3650/60 comes out ahead overall with 7.2/10 against 6.4/10 for the Dreamegg Sunrise 2. Dreamegg Sunrise 2 is stronger on alarm & sound and value. Philips HF3650/60 is stronger on sunrise light quality, features & versatility, reliability & build and health & materials. At current verified prices, the Dreamegg Sunrise 2 costs about $150.00 less.
- Choose the Dreamegg Sunrise 2 if: Shoppers under $50 who want a sunrise alarm plus sound machine with no app or subscription, and who accept unmeasured brightness.
- Choose the Philips HF3650/60 if: Light sleepers who want RelaxBreathe guided breathing and a bright, app-free sunrise and sunset.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Dreamegg Sunrise 2 | Philips HF3650/60 |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise light quality | 5.0Up to 60 min sunrise (Tom's Guide); no lux data; OYB found its predecessor very dim | 8.0650 lux at 1 ft, ~325 at 18 in, 5-40 min ramp (OYB) |
| Alarm & sound | 7.029 sounds, good for a budget sound machine | 6.57 wake and 3 relaxation sounds plus FM; limited library |
| Ease of use | 7.5App-free with one-tap favorites; only one alarm schedule at a time | 7.5Easiest setup (Yahoo); unlabeled icon menu (OYB) |
| Features & versatility | 6.5Sound machine, colored night light, adjustable display | 7.5RelaxBreathe, sunset, FM, AUX; no Bluetooth |
| Reliability & build | 6.0New model, no long-term data, warranty not confirmed | 7.52-year warranty and outage backup |
| Health & materials | 5.0No flicker or materials data | 5.5OYB: flicker in the risky band |
| Value | 8.0$49.99 with no subscription, a third of the Hatch price | 6.0$179.99 is steep next to the HF3520 and Shine 300 |
Specifications
| Spec | Dreamegg Sunrise 2 | Philips HF3650/60 |
|---|---|---|
| Measured brightness at 18 in | — | 325 lux |
| Longest sunrise duration | 60 min | 40 min |
| Sunrise duration options | Up to 60 min (Tom's Guide review) | 5-40 min (Optimize Your Biology); Philips cites a 30-min default |
| Sunset / wind-down light | — | Yes |
| Built-in sounds | 29 sounds | 7 sounds |
| FM radio | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio | No | No |
| App required for setup/core use | No | No |
| Subscription | None | None |
| Power source | Plug-in | Plug-in (8-hour power-outage alarm backup per Optimize Your Biology) |
| Warranty | — | 2 years |
Dreamegg Sunrise 2
Pros
- Budget price
- 29 sounds with one-tap favorites
- Sunrise up to 60 minutes
- No app or subscription
- Tom's Guide's best budget pick
Cons
- Brightness not independently measured
- Only one alarm schedule at a time
- Smaller sound library than the Hatch
- Single review source
A sensible low-risk way to try a sunrise alarm, but not a pick for dark bedrooms or heavy sleepers.
Full Dreamegg Sunrise 2 review →Philips HF3650/60
Pros
- Brighter than the HF3520
- RelaxBreathe guided breathing
- 8-hour power-outage alarm backup
- FM radio and AUX input
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- Icon-only menu
- Flicker in the risky band
- No Bluetooth
- Large footprint
- Costs $179.99
A good fit for light sleepers who want a guided wind-down without an app. Most buyers get more light for the money from the Shine 300.
Full Philips HF3650/60 review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.