Choosing A White Noise Machine: Tips & Alternatives

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In this video, I share my tips for choosing a white noise machine and consider some alternatives.
People sometimes ask me why they would need a white noise machine when they could just use a phone app and Bluetooth speaker. I'm also asked a lot about the differences between white noise machines. So I made this video to answer some of the questions I know people have, and hopefully help you decide whether you really need a white noise machine or not. And if you do, what different options and features make a good white noise machine in my opinion.
Here are the links if you'd like to find out more or buy any of the devices I discuss:
1. Sony SRS-XB12 (Now upgraded to the SRS-XB13)
►amzn.to/4bgODMm
2. Anker Soundcore 3
►amzn.to/3PIr7jP
3. LectroFan Evo
►amzn.to/3PD1v7L
4. Avantek
Discontinued since filming. I recommend the Dreamegg D3 Pro instead now (see 9 below). It has a wide range of sounds and a better speaker.
5. Snooz
►amzn.to/3VIaoQn
6. Dohm
►amzn.to/442ZDK3
7. Sound+Sleep
►amzn.to/46wpzzi
8. Big Red Rooster
►amzn.to/3NWDck5
9. Dreamegg D3
►amzn.to/3pnObcS (Upgraded D3 Pro)
10. Dreamegg D11
►amzn.to/3pvy7po
11. Homedics Sound Spa
►amzn.to/3XvOf6W
12. Roffie
Discontinued since filming
13. LectroFan Micro 2
►amzn.to/43aH6tM
14. Echo Dot
►amzn.to/434Zp3M
15. Google Nest Mini
►store.google.com/
Disclosure: I wasn't asked or paid to film this video, but if you decide to get something via my links above, I may receive a commission.
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
0:00 Introduction
1:01Fan vs machines
4:02 In the bedroom
6:42 White noise apps
9:23 Bluetooth speakers
11:17 Smart speakers
12:50 How to choose a machine
13:00 Sound options
15:35 Volume & speaker
16:36 Timers
18:05 Headphone jack
19:06 Button style
21:19 Power & battery
22:32 Extra features
24:10 Size, weight, dimensions
25:46 Price

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@fenlandwildlifeclips 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't be without my white noise machihe now. Best purchase I ever made. I'll be eternally grateful to your channel for that. I did have to get myself used to the noise though by playing it all the time whilst working from home.

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Hi - nice to hear from you again:-) I'm glad to hear the channel helped you make a decision. I always appreciate hearing back from people who bought something on my recommendation, even if it's to tell me they didn't like it. I'm happy you did though.

@annmarie8640 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for creating this video. I found it very helpful.

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, I'm happy to hear it was useful:-)

@BloodySunnday 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch for the video! After your videos I intend to get a Bluetooth speaker to block out some noises from my neighbours at night and hopefully get some peace. Cheers!

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I hope it works well for you:-)

@Tomasquo 2 жыл бұрын

This is a very well-organized and comprehensive overview, and you do have an impressive collection of sound making devices. An EMF/electrosmog meter/detector is also a good investment to enable you to become aware of invisible radiation in the home and take steps to isolate your body from the sources of such radiation. For example, it is a good idea to keep your bed at least three feet from any wall or electrical socket. I started having sleep disturbances way back around 2002, and I believe that coincides with the surge of use and acceptance of both cell phones and wi-fi routers. Since then, they have added bluetooth technology, countless cell phone and repeater towers, and now 5G is the latest head buzzing, ear ringing joy of joys that we have to look forward to. Great video, and Keep up the great work!

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive feedback! That's an interesting idea about adding an EMF meter to my measuring tools for devices I review. I just need to find an accurate one that doesn't cost a small fortune!

@Jsarson1976 Жыл бұрын

I am totally there with you about electric smog, people laugh at me when I talk about it.

@cl9826 Жыл бұрын

Get a good speaker you like with aux input and leave it powered on all the time. Get the lectrofan Evo or other one with headphone out she use an aux cable to connect with speaker. Easier than always connecting to Bluetooth and turning on multiple devices.

@user-mz2jv3wc2v 2 жыл бұрын

I have trouble with birds sound outside my room and im very sensitive to sound what do you recommend

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried earplugs? They tend to work well for bird song in my experience, as long as you get good ones that fit you properly. Otherwise, white noise might help (if the sound itself doesn't bother you just as much as the birds!)

@robvaus 2 жыл бұрын

Great video great effort. I have a very specific question. I got issues with low frequency noises . Eg bouncing basketball, bass, etc. Is a white noise machine going to block it? I imagine somehow match the noise wave?

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob, much appreciated! I think it depends on the volume, and where the sound is coming from. If someone is bouncing a basketball in their apartment above your bedroom, then no, probably not. If it's outside, then potentially yes. With the bass, again it depends on the volume and where it's coming from. The other important factor is the white noise you listen to. I'd try a deeper colour like pink or brown. You can experiment with your phone, an app, and a speaker or headphones to see if it helps. If it does, you could consider trying a white noise machine like the Evo which has a good range of different noise colours to play around with.

@robvaus 2 жыл бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 thanks mate for your answers. The music is next door and the bouncing basketball is across the road. Those low frequencies are a nightmare I will try the phone app . Is it me or the white noise can be more annoying that the actual noise?

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

No Problem. For some people it can be, yes. That's why I personally prefer deeper colours like pink and brown as they sound more like a heavy waterfall than TV static.

@seektruth983 2 жыл бұрын

Helpful !!!!!

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks:-)

@RedEmberRecords Жыл бұрын

oh god. i just bought a google nest. said i'd never do smart speakers but , desperate times. i think this vid did confirm for me if you really are nitpicky on high audio quality , and want the sound range- asmart speakr and your fav sleep youtube playlist is the way.

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy using it then! And yes, as practical as white noise machines can be in certain situations, you can always beat them on audio quality if you're willing to pay enough to push beyond their capability.

@RedEmberRecords Жыл бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 cheers E. yep and as a bonus i can quickly switch to annoy my neighbours mode with some low freq. when i need to.

@lakshmik3563 10 ай бұрын

Hi... need a machine that makes a sound 24hrs using solar or wind power... continuous day & night (no one should know that we switch it on & off) to place at bathroom window for privacy (neighbours are way too close in India). Wind chimes make noise only if there's wind Is there any other regular thing that can make continuous sound (any loud sound)

@nosleeplessnights1 10 ай бұрын

You mean you want one that is solar powered?

@accentontheoff 7 ай бұрын

Hi there have you by any chance tried a brand called Sound Oasis (model under consideration BST-100). It’s a tad more affordable, hence. Long time tinnitus sufferer here, thanks for the detailed video! (In fact any tinnitus specific suggestions would be very welcome.)

@nosleeplessnights1 7 ай бұрын

I haven't tried that one, no. Sorry! As for tinnitus, I also have mild tinnitus and find that any white noise helps mask it. So my personal experience hasn't really been that there is only one or two devices that work well for it.

@accentontheoff 7 ай бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 Copy that. And thanks for the reply.

@nosleeplessnights1 7 ай бұрын

@@accentontheoff No problem!

@svrpoole7842 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, do these white noise machines cover up sounds like stomping of elephants upstairs neighbours? I am truly desperate to get a whole night sleep without the horrible banging and cracking noises from above flat, and tried so many things : earplugs, headphones and even moved out houses and got to same problem with next neighbours. If people were more considerate to one another and houses built for purpose, none of these machines would be needed, I suppose, but hey, what can we do… Thank you so much for your reply.

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear of your noise problem. Noisy upstairs neighbors is such a difficult one to deal with. It might help, but your best bet might be one with a headphone jack so you can listen to the white noise more closely and block out some sound with the headphones at the same time.

@svrpoole7842 2 жыл бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 Thank you so much, both for your reply and great video content! 🙏

@enzomax2553 2 жыл бұрын

How does speaker quality compare between bluetooth speakers and white noise machines? I am really interested in high fidelity, to keep these white noises as near as possible to the original source, as well as using binaural frequencies for insomnia/tinnitus and anxiety treatment. But sadly, white noise machine product pages do not elaborate much stadistics-wise on speak sound quality or Hz range ;/

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

The short answer is that every Bluetooth speaker I have tried seems to have better speaker quality than all of the white noise machines I've tried, especially when you play deeper sounds like pink and brown noise, or recordings of waterfalls etc. The machines that have an internal fan sound better than recordings of fan sounds, both in white noise machines and Bluetooth speakers playing apps. And that's because the sound is real in the room due to the mechanical fan that's working. A couple of white noise machines have pretty good speakers, but I find they tend to be better at low-mid volumes rather than turned up loudly. But really, if you're an audiophile, a white noise machine isn't going to send your ears to Nirvana; it's more likely to send you to the post office to return it. Personally, I think these devices are made for affordability and practicality rather than an outstanding listening experience.

@enzomax2553 2 жыл бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 Yes, makes sense. The internal fan is actual noise. But I'm guessing most others are just low to mid range quality speakers that group up different features and groups of noises, without making a buyer research for apps, etc. It's for good convenience and a pragmatic purchase, but any quality hi fi speaker (even something affordable) could do a better job sound quality-wise (nvm variability of sounds, frequencies, etc). Or that's my take on it? xD

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

I think that's pretty accurate. One thing I would add is that even though we live in a world of smartphones and technology, there are still many people who like relatively simple devices. So for some, the more basic white noise machines are preferable to apps conceptually, regardless of research needed etc. As for the speaker, then yes, if you spend $20 on a white noise machine or $1000 on good speakers, you're comparing apples and pears.

@unnanointedonesufi Жыл бұрын

what do you reccomend for drowning out outside music noise?

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

It depends how loud it is, and how much bass is rumbling through your walls probably. You could try any of them really - I don't think there's a specific one that's 'best' for outside music specifically.

@gfunkera69 Жыл бұрын

Hi there which do you recommend for noisy neighbours above me dropping things on the floor causing impact sounds and waking me up? My next door neighbours speak very loudly too but my main problem is that I need to be able to hear my young son if he calls me at night so can’t wear earphones and don’t want something so loud that I can’t hear him. Is there something I can place at the wall to my noisy neighbours and for me to sleep the other side so it masks their noise but I can still hear my son if he calls me during the night? Thanks so much!

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

That's a really difficult question to answer. And honestly, I wouldn't want to be responsible for recommending a device that ends up being too loud and then you can't hear him when he needs you. Likewise, I wouldn't want to be responsible for you spending money on a device that doesn't work for your situation because you need to play it so quietly to be able to hear your son that it does very little to block out your neighbours next door. As for the impact noise from the other neighbours above you, that's notoriously hard to block out with white noise. It only tends to work in my experience if you play it loudly, or use headphones. So...my best suggestion is to experiment with a phone app with free white noise and a speaker you can hook it up to. Then try different sound options, volume levels, and positioning. If you can find a combination that helps mask some noise and lets you hear your son, then you could invest in a white noise machine if you don't want to use your phone that way. If you really wanted to get a machine though, and are prepared to return it for a refund if it doesn't work, then my recommendations would be the ones with a better speaker and deeper white noise options. So, the Lectrofan classic or lectrofan Evo, or the Dreamegg D3 Pro, for example. Best of luck, and sorry I don't have the perfect solution. I really wish it existed too!

@gfunkera69 Жыл бұрын

@@nosleeplessnights1 thanks so much I think I will try the electrician evo it seems to be the best and it’s worth’s try at least because right now I’m getting only 3 hours sleep so it’s be worthy the investment 😊

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

@@gfunkera69 No problem. I hope it works out for you. 3 hours isn't enough for anyone, so I can imagine the need for something that helps. I have my doubts it will be the magic bullet, so make sure you get it from somewhere you can get a refund from:-) Let me know if it does work out for you though!

@Jk201 2 жыл бұрын

I’m interested in your opinion of asmr . I use it every night for sleep. I’ve tried white noises but they freak me out ... love your content. I’m a bit late to all the uploads so you will be getting delayed likes .... have a great day

@nosleeplessnights1 2 жыл бұрын

I think asmr has a lot of potential, and many people love it. I've played around with some sounds on different apps, like crunching snow which I like. But I haven't explored it as fully as I'd like to yet. Where do you listen to it? Good to hear from you again by the way - thanks for watching more of my videos:-)

@emanueldelove8170 Жыл бұрын

I hate white noise myself but the brown noise is amazing. I can't sleep without it now so maybe you could try that?

@mamacindyrogofsky495 Жыл бұрын

Wasn't he Morty's neighbor ( Seinfeld)! Name sounds familiar! 😁

@mamacindyrogofsky495 Жыл бұрын

To the bloody lunatic who is playing with the fans knock it off ! 😫🤣🤣🤣

@mamacindyrogofsky495 Жыл бұрын

I prefer Bluetooth and my phone at night. No matter if I just use white noise to drown out my apes it's not powerful enough to mask noise. Noise includes stomping jumping up and down and excessive pacing. Headphone booster also helps block out noise. I need sleep and all this noise is leading to my depression. White noise doesn't help. 😒😒

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, stomping around the house is difficult to block out with white noise unless you play it very loudly and/or use headphones.

@Ample17 Жыл бұрын

I feel you :( I have noisy neighbors (as well I guess?) The walls are paper thin and I just can't for the life of me fall asleep when it's not quiet. It really stresses me. Earplugs are also a no go because I have severe Tinnitus. At least know you are not alone.

@emanueldelove8170 Жыл бұрын

Good video but maybe you could have muted your Google assistant commands as it hijacks my machine at home

@nosleeplessnights1 Жыл бұрын

Sorry about that! I do like to demonstrate the commands though, so perhaps I could put a disclaimer in next time that it might affect your machine at home. Oddly, I have the same problem when I play back the video in editing!