Best Sleep Apps for Insomniacs
Whether you need help relaxing before bed or simply want to say "goodnight" in a soothing voice, these sleep apps have got you covered. We've vetted all of the top picks with wellness experts, including Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab deputy director Stefani Sassos, and tested their audio quality before adding them to our list.
What makes Calm Sleep different from many of its competitors is that you can access a wide variety of meditation guides made by influential instructors (many are designed for sleep). Plus, the app also features a relaxation program called Masterclass, which has in-depth lessons on improving your health by incorporating sleep habits into your daily routine.
The app is super easy to use. It includes a wide selection of sounds and stories to soothe your mind, including nature sounds, sleep music, and calming voices from Matthew McConaughey, Stephen Fry, and Rose. And a convenient sleep timer lets you set how long you'd like to listen before the sound or story ends. You can even save your sleep sounds and meditation sessions for offline listening, which is helpful if you have poor data reception or don't want to drain your battery while you're asleep.
Another feature of Calm is its Relax & Sleep Well section, which has a six-part series of bedtime stories read aloud in soothing voices (including those from celebrities). This app is one of the best sleep aids for insomniacs and people who have trouble falling asleep. It's also worth trying if you have chronic anxiety or stress because it offers self-hypnosis sessions from UK-based hypnotherapist Glenn Harrold, which is specifically designed to relax and help you fall asleep.