Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) vs Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150
Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa)
The short answer
Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) comes out ahead overall with 7.4/10 against 6.5/10 for the Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150. Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) is stronger on sunrise light quality, alarm & sound, ease of use and features & versatility. Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 is stronger on reliability & build. At current verified prices, the Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 costs about $30.99 less.
- Choose the Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) if: People who want one bedside device for wind-down sounds, a sunrise wake-up and a routine, and don't mind using an app.
- Choose the Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 if: People who want a simple, app-free Lumie for less money than the Shine 300 and don't need a radio.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) | Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise light quality | 7.5610 lux at 1 ft, ~285 at 18 in, 5-60 min ramp (OYB) | 6.5425 lux at 1 ft, under 250 at 18 in (OYB); sunrise tops out at 45 min |
| Alarm & sound | 8.560+ high-quality sounds, the best library in the pool; can't play your own audio | 6.010 sounds, no radio |
| Ease of use | 7.0Physical controls added, but Wi-Fi and app setup are needed | 6.0Sleepopolis couldn't turn off 24-hour time; controls hard to use without sight |
| Features & versatility | 8.5Sound machine, routines, reading and night light, wind-down content | 6.0Sunset, night light, tap snooze; no radio or Bluetooth |
| Reliability & build | 6.51-year warranty; depends on Wi-Fi and Hatch's cloud | 7.53-year warranty when bought direct; plastic build |
| Health & materials | 7.5Clean flicker (OYB); the 2024 CPSC adapter recall covered the Rest 1st gen, not the Restore | 7.5Clean flicker in OYB's single test, shared with the Hatch; no app or Wi-Fi |
| Value | 6.5$149.99 on Amazon, but the full library needs a $49.99/yr subscription | 6.5$139 on Amazon ($129 at Target); dimmer than the cheaper HF3520 |
Specifications
| Spec | Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) | Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Measured brightness at 18 in | 285 lux | — |
| Longest sunrise duration | 60 min | 45 min |
| Sunrise duration options | 5-60 min (Optimize Your Biology) | 20, 30 or 45 min |
| Sunset / wind-down light | — | Yes |
| Built-in sounds | 60 sounds | 10 sounds |
| FM radio | No | No |
| Bluetooth audio | No | No |
| App required for setup/core use | Yes | No |
| Subscription | Optional Hatch+ $4.99/mo or $49.99/yr (30-day trial included) | None |
| Power source | Plug-in | Plug-in |
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa)
Pros
- 60+ sounds and a routine builder
- Physical controls that work without a phone
- Clean flicker in independent testing
- 5 to 60 minute sunrise
- Frequently named best overall by testers
Cons
- Needs Wi-Fi and the app
- Full library requires Hatch+ at $49.99 a year
- Dimmer than the Shine 300
- 1-year warranty
- Cannot play your own audio
The best choice if the bedside device matters as much as the alarm. It ranks below the Lumie because of the app dependence, subscription content and lower brightness.
Full Hatch Restore 3 (HBR4901G Greige / HBR4902P Putty / HBR4903C Cocoa) review →Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150
Pros
- No app or subscription
- Sunrise and sunset in 20, 30 or 45 minutes
- Clean flicker in independent testing
- 3-year warranty and 45-day trial when bought direct
- Night light and tap snooze
Cons
- Dimmest of the measured lights
- No radio
- Unintuitive setup
- Basic plastic build
A reasonable cheaper route into Lumie for smaller rooms. If your budget stretches, the Shine 300 gives far more light.
Full Lumie Bodyclock Glow 150 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.