As someone who could sleep through a tornado, this alarm clock has been a game-changer. The combination of the loud buzzer and the bed shaker is brutal but effective—no more missed meetings!

The shaker works best under the pillow (not so much under the mattress), and I love that I can choose between sound, vibration, or both. Roommate-friendly mode activated!

The 7.5" display is massive—I can read it from across the room without my glasses. Though fair warning: even at its dimmest setting, it’s bright enough to double as a nightlight.

Major gripe? The snooze and vibration buttons are neighbors. Half-asleep me keeps turning off the shaker instead of hitting snooze. Cue panic when I realize I’ve got 10 minutes to get to work.

USB charging port is clutch for overnight phone charging, but durability’s questionable—some reviews mention it conking out after a year. Fingers crossed mine lasts!

Verdict: If you need nuclear-level wake-up power, this delivers. Just practice your button-aiming skills.