Is the Hatch sound machine worth it for toddlers?

Yes — for toddlers, the Hatch is worth it if you’ll use the sleep-training features, especially the OK-to-wake light and color routines. That’s where it really stands out.

Best case for buying it:

• You want red/orange at bedtime and green in the morning
• You like controlling sound and light from your phone
• You want one device for nightlight + sound machine + toddler wake-up cue

When it’s not worth it:

• If you only need white noise, a $20–$35 basic sound machine is the better value
• If you want simple, no-app setup, Hatch can feel like more than you need

Price check:

• Hatch Rest Gen 2: about $60–$70
• Hatch Rest+ Gen 2: about $85–$90

Bottom line: For toddler sleep routines, Hatch is a good buy. For just sound, buy basic.