25 Products And Apps We Swear By For A Better Night's Sleep, From A Calming Pillow Spray To A Great Weighted Blanket

Loop

Loop Quiet Earplugs

My street-facing bedroom in New York gets noisy, so I pop in my Loop earplugs every night before sleep. They've been worth the splurge because they drown out noise better than your standard disposable foam earplugs and are way more comfortable. I can barely feel them and they stay put without fail. —Gabrielle Chase, associate editor

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Coop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow

As a side sleeper, I need to straddle a body pillow to keep my knees from knocking into each other and align my spine. For the last four years, I've used the Coop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow, the best body pillow in our guide. It hasn't lost any of its fluff and continues to provide me with the comfort and support I need. I like that I can easily mold it to my body. —James Brains, senior reporter

Cozy Earth

Cozy Earth Silk Pillow

We all know how beneficial a silk pillowcase can be for your skin and hair, but when I had the chance to try a silk-filled pillow, I had to see what it was like. Seriously, the fill is fine long strands of high-quality mulberry silk. It's downright luxurious and sleeps cool all night long. I've tried dozens of pillows, and few can compare to the breathable, cool feeling that this silk pillow provides. As a back and side sleeper, I was worried that it wouldn't be lofty enough compared to the pillows I usually gravitate to, but it's perfectly moldable to create the support I need. I'm a silk pillow convert. —Jaclyn Turner, senior editor

Amazon

Honeywell Dreamweaver Personal Fan

I live right between a major hospital and the freeway. Consequently, ambulances with screaming sirens frequently speed my house. Add in the folks trying to prove something with their loud vehicles, and the city noise is persistent at all hours. To deal with it and my tendency to overheat, I have a box fan blowing all night every night. I'm so used to it, that I need a fan to sleep when I travel. The Honeywell Dreamweaver is the best travel fan I've tested. It's small enough to fit in a carry-on yet powerful enough to keep me cool and block out sounds. —James Brains, senior reporter

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Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

My Google Nest Hub has become a core part of my sleep routine. I rely on its built-in sleep-sensing technology to give me feedback on how I sleep and insight into my sleep habits without having to remember to wear or charge a wearable device or watch. The built-in sunrise wake-up alarm is calming, and while I still stick to my phone alarm, it slowly adapts to my environment with the ideal brightness. I also love how I can control the rest of my smart home products basically from bed, whether I want to adjust the Nest thermostat or turn off a light in the other room that's on a smart plug. It's also useful to connect to apps like Calm or Spotify if I want to try to lessen my reliance on using my phone before bed. —Jaclyn Turner, senior editor

Read our full Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) review.

Amazon

Natrol Melatonin Supplement (5mg, 150 count)

About half an hour before bed, my wife and I take a melatonin supplement. Melatonin is a hormone that occurs naturally in the body. It does an excellent job of helping me fall asleep within minutes of hitting my bed, and I don't wake up feeling groggy. Since melatonin is a supplement authorities haven't evaluated, you should talk to your healthcare professional before taking it. —James Brains, senior reporter

Amazon

Soundcore Sleep A10 Earbuds

Unlike regular earbuds, the Sleep A10 Earbuds are comfortable to wear to sleep. It's ideal for people who like to doze off to music or podcasts. The Sleep A10 can play gentle sounds to block out noise if you prefer quiet. —Les Shu, deputy editor

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Luna Weighted Blanket

I've struggled with insomnia and parasomnias for most of my adult life, and I've tried almost every remedy, medication, and relaxation technique out there. The most marked improvement I've had is with a weighted blanket. I have the Luna Weighted Blanket, the best budget pick in our guide to the best weighted blankets.

It took me a few days to get used to the heft, but it's now my go-to solution if I'm having trouble falling asleep. It helps reduce the amount of movement I experience during sleep, which helps me sleep more restfully throughout the night. A weighted blanket is one of the best purchases I've ever made for myself and I highly recommend anyone who wants a better night's sleep take the plunge on investing in one. —Lauren Savoie, deputy editor

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Headspace Meditation App

Whenever I have trouble sleeping, I love to use Headspace's dedicated sleep content to fall asleep easily. I particularly like Headspace's Sleepcasts, which include soft background noises like rain over a quiet narrator's voice. My favorite feature of the Sleepcasts is that you can adjust them to play more background noise or narration, depending on your preference.

I also enjoy the app's "Wind-downs," which help to prepare your mind to sleep or help you get back to sleep after waking up in the middle of the night. While features are limited while using the free version of the app, it's a great, low-stakes way to try out Headspace's features before committing to a paid membership. —Maliah West, contributor

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Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed

Having tested more than 90 mattresses, I always sleep on something new. Yet, I didn't want to stop testing the Sleep Number i8 Smart Bed. I chose it as the best adjustable air mattress in our best mattress guide.

As with other Sleep Number mattresses, the i8 is an adjustable air bed with 20 firmness levels. What sets the i8 apart is the "responsive air" feature that automatically adjusts the firmness as you move around at night. This is ideal since I often switch between side and stomach sleeping. Since the comfort adjusts, I don't have to choose and stick with a position. Also, the mattress tracks your sleep quality and offers personalized insights for improved sleep through the SleepIQ app. —James Brains, senior reporter

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Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Eye Mask

I'm sensitive to light and haven't had the chance to buy some good blackout curtains. In the meantime, this cool and silky eye mask has been the perfect fix. It's soft and comfortable, and the material doesn't rub against or irritate my acne-prone skin. The elastic band also doesn't squeeze my head, which is a feat since I have a big head and often find sleep masks too tight. —Connie Chen, contributor

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Nodpod Weighted Eye Mask

Move over weighted blankets. Weighted eye masks are all the rage. Sometimes described as "hugs for your head," they have gentle weights with just the right amount of pressure to lull you to sleep. For someone who's a light sleeper like me, I love how this completely blocks out light. 

It offers dual softness, with one side a cool jersey cotton and the other a warm microfiber. You can also put it in your freezer for added coolness. It lacks straps but you can fit one end into the other to secure it to your head. —Jacqueline Saguin, contributor

Brooklinen

Brooklinen Weighted Comforter

Several members of the Business Insider Reviews team have tested the Brooklinen Weighted Comforter, and the consensus is it's dreamy. It's the best comforter pick in our guide to the best weighted blankets because it offers soothing pressure and has a soft, luxurious, cool feel. Plus, it looks just like a regular comforter on your bed. —James Brains, senior reporter

Read our full Brooklinen Weighted Comforter review.

Amazon

This Works Deep Pillow Spray, 75ml

I've lent this spray out to friends, roommates, and family to help them sleep, and I've always had trouble getting it back from them. The power blend of lavender, vetivert, and chamomile is unbelievably soothing, and it helps set up a sleep routine for me that signifies to my body it's time to relax. —Mara Leighton, former senior reporter

Amazon

Trtl Pillow

At first glance, the Trtl pillow looks nothing like a pillow. It seems more like a scarf or blanket, and in some ways, that's actually what it is. A soft, lightweight fleece wrap hides and cushions a plastic neck support on one side, which rests on either your shoulder or your chest to keep your head in a comfortable position.

The neck support consists of a few stiff ribs on one end of the scarf. To use the Trtl, simply place the ribs in the position you find most comfortable, then wrap the scarf around your neck. Velcro on the other end of the ribs holds the wrap in place while you doze off. The ribs have a little bit of flexibility to eliminate any pressure points or discomfort. —David Slotnick, contributor

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Casper Glow Light

My circadian rhythm is hyperactive, which means my sleep is easily disrupted by late-night screen time and bright lighting before bed. 

The Glow Light from Casper is the one tool I've found that consistently puts me to sleep. It starts out bright enough to read a book but dims down over the course of about 45 minutes until it's off. (You can adjust the schedule using an app, though I've never tried it). Because it mimics the setting sun, my body responds well and knows it's time to sleep by about 20 minutes into the light's cycle. 

To turn the light on or off, you just flip it over; you can also twist it left and right to bring the brightness up or down and shake it while it's off to turn it into a night light. —Stephanie Hallett, former senior editor

Read our full Casper Glow Light review.

Target

The New York Times Take It Easy Crossword Puzzles: 75 Easy Puzzles

I do a crossword puzzle pretty much every night to help me wind down. Not only is it good for my long-term cognitive function, but it's also the perfect way to tire my mind after a long day (without resorting to screens). I suggest doing them with a gentle light on once you're already in bed — that way you can just zonk out as soon as you're ready. —Sally Kaplan, executive editor

Amazon

Nag Champa Incense Sticks

I'm sensitive to odors, so much so that different scents can wake me up. This is great for avoiding disaster in the event of a fire but not helpful when my kid decides to cook at two in the morning. I've found incense does an excellent job of masking odors, so I can go back to sleep, and it helps put me in a calm mood to fall asleep in the first place.

I've tried almost every Satya variety in my decades of burning incense, and my favorites are Nag Champa and Romance. I recommend starting with a variety pack to find your favorite. Also, be extra careful using incense as it can start a fire. —James Brains, senior reporter

Amazon

Equinox All-Season White Quilted Comforter (Queen)

This highly-rated comforter is warm, soft, and breathable — a bargain at $30 I've slept with the comforter by itself as well as with a duvet cover for 1.5 months now, and both versions have allowed me to settle into bed more quickly than ever because this blanket is so comfortable.

It's made from a down alternative, prevents dust accumulation, and is resistant to bacteria, making it the optimal choice for people sensitive to allergens. —Connie Chen, contributor

Read our full Equinox All-Season Comforter review.

Gravity

Gravity Cooling Blanket

Weighted blankets are the best tool I've found for stacking the deck in my favor when it comes to amazing sleep. They help create deeper, more restful sleep and reduce anxiety and stress by using deep-touch therapy — similar to the comfort created by swaddling babies. I wake up feeling noticeably better rested whenever I use one.

Gravity makes my favorite option because it's the most breathable and aesthetically pleasing — but the YnM weighted blanket is also a great option, and it's considerably cheaper at about $50. The rule of thumb is to pick one that's 10% of your body weight. —Mara Leighton, former senior reporter

Read our full Gravity Cooling Weighted Blanket review.

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Kindle Paperwhite

Of all the e-readers you can choose from, the Kindle Paperwhite offers the best balance of affordability and features. I love using mine to read before bed. Since its screen is backlit with adjustable brightness, it helps ease my eyes to darkness with an interesting activity that requires no harsh bright lights. So much better than doom-scrolling on my phone! —Sarah Saril, associate editor

Noisli

Noisli, available for iOS

Maybe it's because I'm a New Yorker and used to hearing sirens and the piercing screeches of subway trains coming to a halt, but my mind needs background noise to fully relax at night. Right before I'm ready to go to bed, I pair a white noise app called Noisli via Bluetooth to my speaker. I customized a setting that emits the soothing sounds of wind and light rain all night long. —Ellen Hoffman, former editor in chief

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Casper Original Pillow

I'm a light sleeper who changes her position all night, so I need a pillow to keep up with me. Casper's pillow is arguably the best pillow I've tried so far. The first night I slept on the pillow, I started on my left side, then moved onto my back some hours later, and ultimately woke up on my right side, staring into the face of my very hungry cat.

So I can confirm that Casper's claim that it made a pillow that works in every position is true. It's a nice marriage of a regular down pillow and a memory foam pillow — simultaneously fluffy, firm, and very comfortable. —Ellen Hoffman, former editor-in-chief

Read our full Casper Pillow review.

MeUndies

Unless I'm wearing some version of recovery compression clothes to bed, I rely on these MeUndies loungers. I bought them based on many, many recommendations from coworkers and wasn't disappointed. They're incredibly soft, feel like nothing, and don't trap heat. Their underwear is also awesome for bedtime, as well as Tommy John's and Everlane's. —Mara Leighton, former senior reporter

Read our full MeUndies Lounge Pant review.

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Scribd Monthly Membership

I hate feeling idle, and that becomes a problem at bedtime. Instead of relying on TV shows, I've started setting a sleep timer on audiobooks in Scribd, my favorite reading app, and letting that lull me to sleep. I don't think I've ever lasted more than five minutes awake. —Mara Leighton, former senior reporter

Read our full Scribd reading app review.