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Dreem Headband

$499

Dreem Headband is a smart device designed to analyze brain activity and improve sleep quality with personalized insights and sound stimulation.

Our take

A cutting-edge tool for those serious about improving sleep quality.

So, I’ve been poking around with this Dreem Headband, and here’s the scoop. It’s basically this gadget you wear on your head while you sleep. Sounds a bit funky, right? But it’s supposed to help you sleep better by tracking your brainwaves and then giving you some kind of sound therapy. I thought, okay, that’s kind of cool in a sci-fi sort of way. But let’s be real, wearing a headband to bed isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. It feels a little odd at first, like you’re going to a sleepover at a tech lab instead of just heading to dreamland.

Now, I’ll admit, once you get used to it, the headband is pretty comfortable. It’s got this soft fabric that doesn’t dig into your skull, which is a relief. But here’s the catch: you’ve got to charge it regularly. Just another gadget that needs juicing up. If you’re the kind who forgets to plug in your phone until it’s at 1%, this might be a bit of a pain. Still, I guess it’s the price you pay for having a mini sleep lab on your noggin.

As for the actual sleep tracking, it’s pretty detailed. You get all this data about how much deep sleep you’re getting and when you’re tossing and turning. It’s like a sleep report card. But I found myself wondering, how much of this info do I really need? Unless you’re really into monitoring every aspect of your slumber, it might feel like overkill. If you’re just looking to get a decent night’s sleep without all the data drama, maybe keep it simple.

The sound therapy part is where things get interesting. It plays these sounds while you snooze to supposedly help you sleep deeper. The sounds are soothing, like gentle waves or rain, which is nice, but I’m not convinced it’s a game changer. If you’re a light sleeper, it might actually help, but for the average Joe, it’s not exactly magic. Still, it’s a neat feature if you’re into trying new ways to improve your sleep.

Overall, the Dreem Headband is an interesting piece of tech for those who are serious about sleep tracking and improving their sleep quality. But let’s face it, it’s not for everyone. If you’re curious about how you sleep and don’t mind wearing a headband to bed, it’s worth a shot. Just remember, it’s another device to charge and think about, so weigh that against how much you think it’ll actually help you catch some quality Z’s.