Every morning, modern sleepers the world over are roused by the unwelcome sound of their smartphone alarm, but the best alarm clocks present an alternative vision for your morning wake up routine: less grating, more considerate, and (if we have any say in it) aesthetically pleasing. For our list of the finest timekeepers out there, we privileged looks and throwback features (FM radio, anyone?) over Bluetooth capability and USB ports, resulting in this assortment of beautifully designed analog and digital alarm clocks that cover the basicsa snooze button, a backlight, and dimmerwithout going full 21st century. Your doom-scrolling brain will thank you for the Circadian rhythm reset, and your groggy self will appreciate the thoughtful Daylight Savings Time assist.Our Top Picks for the Best Alarm Clocks:Best for Classic Design: Braun Classic Analogue Alarm Clock, $37Best Analog Option: Schoolhouse Farbe Alarm Clock, $99Best Smart Alarm Clock: Loftie Alarm Clock, $160The Designhead-Approved Pick: Arne Jacobsen City Hall Clock, $139Best for Maximalists: DWR Hemisphere Table Clock, $100Braun Classic Analogue Alarm ClockGerman-based Braun (of coffee maker fame) are masters of modernist style. This alarm clock has the basic amenities youd expecta backlight, snooze, and a crescendoing alarmwhile still maintaining the analog look. Its simplicity, clean lines, and white color way give a nod to Scandi design, especially the way its sphere is set in its frame is ultra-modern. This pick is also battery operated, which makes it a great choice for those who live without the privilege of bedside outlets.Schoolhouse Farbe Alarm ClockThis Farbe analog clock takes us back to the future with a super 70s design in bold primary colors. The frame is Japanese beech, making for a high-quality base that looks playful without leaning kitschy.Loftie Alarm ClockThis smart alarm clock doesnt just look good on your bedside tableit also works as a white noise machine, and a Loftie+ subscription gets you custom-made bedtime stories, guided visualizations, and meditations. The two-phase alarm mimics your body's natural waking process (heavy sleepers, this is for you), so you can ease into your consciousness, instead of irritably beginning your day with a grating beep. It also makes a handsome night light.Arne Jacobsen City Hall Analog Tabletop ClockOne of the handsomest picks in our round-up, this analog clock from Danish architect Arne Jacobsen has a gorgeous clock face coupled with a very straight-forward set of features: alarm, snooze button, and light. If youre shopping for a design-first bedside clock, and willing to make peace with a single alarm sound, this is a great choice.Design Within Reach Hemisphere Table ClockDesigner Henry Julier plays with dimensionality in this pieceupgrading a flat wall clock shape with a diagonal stand, while still keeping the watch arms at their most basic (no numerology here). Fans of pop art will love the character this brings, especially the Pepto Bismol-pink clock face and contrasting green ticker.Wideboy Alarm Clock by Jim and Chloe ReadIf youre a sucker for mid-century modern, this design looks as suited for a Dali painting as it does a Hitchcock film. Wed pair it with a tapered leg nightstand or a lacquered end table to suit its style, but its handsome enough to stand alone as a living room decor moment, too.Lexon Minut Alarm ClockMiniacs will lose it for this teeny tiny digital alarm clock, coming in at just less than 2.5 long. It has touch controls for time and alarm settings, and charges via USB-C, though its battery life lasts up to two months on a single charge.HAY Jasper Morrison Table ClockJasper Morrisons iconic wall clock goes tabletop with this one-of-a-kind design from Copenhagen-based firm HAY. This clock comes in a deep green and cerulean colorways that will add a welcome dose of personality to your bedside table.