You've come to the right place. I used to use my phone, then I paired my phone with my Sonos, but there were two issues: the sound quality was too tinny, and if the internet blipped or the power blipped, the sound would stop. I bought an old school white noise machine and it is a game changer. The sound quality is incredible. It's small and, seeing as it doesn't require the internet, never fails. I can't live without it. 

https://www.amazon.com/Marpac-Classic-White-Noise-Machine/dp/B00HD0ELFK

Yes!! So worth it. I bought a Hatch one. It's programmable :)

I use the free version on my phone, and it's totally fine. But I do wonder whether I'm going to suffer hearing loss one day because it's so loud directly next to my ear?? 

DEFINITELY buy it. Got this one a while ago. Now i own three. The depth and variety of sound is just leagues above what you can get with the tinny speakers on a phone.

I looked into a white noise machine but was told to just checkout spotify and pair with my alexa. (Or just play on my phone.) Both worked and saved me money and nightstand space! 

This is a little pricey, but it has the added benefit of the daylight-light — it makes you feel like the sun is coming up and naturally wakes you up (even if it’s still dark out). Great for winter months. 

https://www.amazon.com/Hatch-Restore-Machine-Personal-Routine/dp/B087M94WWW/

https://www.amazon.com/Douni-Sleep-Sound-Machine-Non-Looping/dp/B07Q5TLB28

Honestly if the free internet app is working for you, then I think it's fine. No need to buy another single-use piece of plastic.

Hey guys, just like the title says, I find it easier to fall asleep when I listen to white noise / soothing sounds. Currently I just use free stuff off my phone, but was curious if anyone here uses a white noise machine? I know they can range in prices but maybe it's a better option that constantly using free stuff I find on the internet. Plus, it's not great to sleep with my phone next to my head, right??

I listen to white noise to fall asleep. Should I get a white noise machine?

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