Progressive Alarm Clock

Name: Progressive Alarm Clock
Rating: 4.6 (3045 reviews)
Author: Spotlight Six Software LLC

by Spotlight Six Software LLC

iPhone

Active Last checked 31 Jul 2026

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Price: $0.99

Last verified 31 Jul 2026

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4.6 3045 ratings · App Store

4/5Buggy but good
My original review said I wasn't going to use this app because I didn't trust it because there were crashing bugs when I tried to use certain settings on the options screen. (Since then I've also noticed that the app does not appear to have been updated in seven years, which I would guess means it's technically dead and will eventually stop working altogether. That's too bad.) The generally positive reviews have convinced me to overlook all that, however, and I've been using the app to wake me up for work for the better part of a week now and it has been great. The benefits of a gradual alarm without interruptions while I'm setting it up or nags to pay for a subscription to get features I neither want nor need (Sleep Cycle, which I used happily for about ten years now, has lately become guilty of both of these transgressions, causing me to look elsewhere for a gradual alarm clock app) is a fine thing. And as a regular meditator, I very much appreciate the singing bowl tones it uses to wake me up. Long may it continue to function!

plaintiger · 31 Jul 2026
3/5Fine on iPhone terrible on iPad
26. May 2024. I have used this app for a long time mostly on iPads. Of course it is also written to work on iPhones. The only issue that I have with the application is that the display on the iPad Pro 12.9 inch Gen 3 & Gen 5 is distorted with colored bands, going across all controls that make it very difficult to be able to read this is existed ever since the second generation of iPad pros were introduced so it's been close to four years now and this issue is not been resolved. I have contacted the developer, but I have not gotten any kind of response to my issues it's an extremely nice Alarm Clock application pleasant to wake up to gives you plenty of options on how it alarms and the tones that are used. The only negative is the display on iPad pros I wish that would be fixed so I'll recommend this app because it is fine on an iPhone, but I'll only rated at three stars until they fix the display

Universe Observer · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Amazing alarm! So peaceful!
This is the best way to wake up! Gradually and peacefully! You may want to gradually wake up over a 20 minute period with the bowl sounding very low, till it gets to the full volume you set... or set it to chime every few seconds at your wake up time.. or many variations in between.. This developer truly understands a zen lifestyle! Beautiful Tibetan bowl chimes instead of a glaring radio or buzz alarm, what a way to start the day! I have the other two apps Zen Meditation Timer and Zen Reminder-for mindfulness.. All three of these apps are fantastic, and I use them daily! (and no, I don't know the developer!)

1SunFire · 31 Jul 2026
5/5One of the best apps I've ever bought
A lot of apps have problems from time to time. I've never had any problem with this app. I use it almost every day. I love that I can have three default time set, and that it goes off audibly even if the phone is on silent; not the same as turning the volume all the way down. It also has choices of a lot of tones. Ultimately, I love waking up slowly and gently. I used to have a Zen alarm clock, which finally died after about 10 years. I replaced it with this app and love it. I'm a very deep sleeper, and if I have to be up by a very specific time, I just set the alarm ten minutes early. In the last few years, it's never taken more than 15 minutes to wake me up. I travel a lot for my job and have never missed a flight when I needed to be up early. It gently wakes me up no matter how tired I am.

Gufibutt · 31 Jul 2026
5/5Years Of Satisfaction
All of my 20+ night shift years began being jarred out of sleep by the raucous sound of my typical, average alarm clock. Prior to smart phones and apps I invested in a Now And Zen alarm however it was so difficult to set I’d keep raucous set as well in case I failed. I found this app in my retired years however better late than never and I am sooooo pleased. The bells sound extremely realistic. Setting the alarm is a breeze. My setting is dark and my volume lower than max. I’m usually awakened by the first bell but I may listen to a few more for the pleasure of it. I can’t sufficiently praise this app. My only suggestion to users: If you use a Bluetooth headset don’t forget to turn it off unless you’re planning to use it. To the developer- Many Thanks 🙏🏻

INRCHLD · 31 Jul 2026

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1.0.1
1.2.1
- User Interface Improvements **** Thanks to those who took the time to rate or review the app. If you haven't yet done so - it's easy: Just press "Settings", scroll down and then select "Rate or review this app". **** Please use the "Email the developer" feature to tell me your suggestions or concerns. All feedback is appreciated. ****
1.2.2
+ Revised sound engine for clearer bell sounds * Thanks to those who rated or reviewed Progressive Alarm Clock - it's very much appreciated. If you haven't yet done so, it's easy! Just press "Settings" then select "Rate or review this app". * If you have questions, concerns or suggestions please let me know by using the "Email the developer" option.
2.1.1
+ Runs in the background on iOS4 (iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4) + Added purple time display color + User Interface improvements + Link to Facebook page * If you like this app, please rate or review it. Just tap Settings, then select "Rate or Review..." - Thanks!
2.2.1
+ User Interface improvements. + Presets for switching between alarm times. + Better 24 hour time support. ** Help support Progressive Alarm Clock with your 5-star ratings! Use the "Rate or Review.." button on the Settings page, or rate through iTunes. ** Coming soon: Editable alarm patterns. As always, please email me with your questions, suggestions and concerns. Use the "Email the Developer" button on the Settings page. Thanks for using Progressive Alarm Clock!
3.1.1
There is now a dream journal - great for recording your dreams right after you awaken, before the memory fades. You can go back and review your earlier entries and export the journal via email. The journal can also be password protected to keep it private. The code has also been optimized to reduce battery consumption. Please show your support by rating or reviewing this app - it's easy: just press "Options" then scroll down and select "Rate or Review...". Even if you've already done this, please do it again - each update resets the ratings. We have a lot of plans for improving this app - your 5-star ratings keep the updates coming! Join us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Progressive-Alarm-Clock/123473854365157 Read more about this release in our blog: http://spotlightsix.com/blog Thanks for using Progressive Alarm Clock!
3.2.1
There is now a new snooze mode which restarts the pattern rather than jumping straight to the loudest part. This is a much more peaceful way to come out of the snooze - though it may take you longer to fully awaken. If you'd like to use this new snooze mode, just go to the settings and change the Snooze Mode setting. This release also contains some minor bug fixes. If you enjoy the app, please take a moment and rate or review the app in the App Store. Just go to the Options menu and select "Rate or Review...". Even if you've already done this, please do it again because Apple resets the ratings after each release. Thanks! Brad Fullmer Developer
3.3.1
- Changes to work better with iOS 5 Please help support Progressive Alarm Clock by rating it on the App Store - it's easy: just tap "Options" and then tap "Rate or Review..." Even if you've already done this, please do it again because Apple resets the ratings after each new release. Thanks! Brad Fullmer Developer
4.1.1
+ iPhone 5 / iOS 6 support + You can now edit your journal entries + Sure Wake has been re-implemented to work better + New burnt orange color available + New icon You can help support Progressive Alarm Clock by rating or reviewing it on the App Store. Just go to: Options > Rate or Review This App. Thanks!
5.1.2
+ Support for iOS 8 and all screen sizes + Bug fixes
5.1.3
- Changes for iOS 9 compatibility - Bug fixes
5.2.1 · 19 Nov 2016
This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. + Reduced battery consumption + Option to play white noise + Show badge on icon when alarm is pending + Bug fixes

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