Written by: Lindsay Kuula
Date: February 18th, 2026
6 minute read time
This blog is in continuation of my most popular blog I’ve written to date, comparing 4 sound machines, which some now have been discontinued. So, I wanted to give a fresh blog for 2026, and add a few of the top sellers on Amazon including the HatchGo, Yogasleep Hush 2, Dreamegg, Momcozy and some unknown brands!
When I was pregnant with my first, I was given the classic YogaSleep Hushh. It did it’s job exactly like it was supposed to do. When E was a newborn and sleeping everywhere (house, car, restaurants) a portable sound machine quickly became a necessity. I didn’t hate it, but I didn’t love it.
Fast forward to baby #2 on the way, and I’ve now tested six of the most popular portable sound machines on Amazon – partly because my original post became my most-read blog, and partly because I genuinely wanted a new portable sound machine that I’m obsessed with. I spent over $200, and put them all through their paces. Here’s what I actually think:
Before we get into it, here’s the short version:
- Best overall – TIE: Cymrix ($26) and Dreamegg D11 Max ($19)
- Best value: Dreamegg D11 Max ($19)
- Best quality materials: Yogasleep Hushh 2 ($29)
- Most aesthetic: Hatch Go ($40)
Still deciding? Keep reading.
Cymrix Portable Sound Machine — $26
Amazon Ranking – 4.7 stars with 130 reviews
This is the SlumberPod SlumberCalm’s dupe (which has been discontinued), and it ties for first place. I’d never heard of Cymrix either, but because it looked identical to my previous favorite, I had to try it.
The white noise on this sound machine is the warmest, deepest tone I tested. Nothing tinny, nothing harsh, it’s my preferred tone.
It has 21 sounds including the only ‘realistic’ heartbeat I found across all six machines. The battery lasts 60 hours, which is helpful when you forgot to recharge it, again.
It has a child lock on the back of the sound machine which not all of these do.
The amber nightlight is dimmable, can run without the sound on, and honestly gives a nice, calming vibe a the dark. It’s just enough light to see, but red and deep enough that it won’t be jarring to a nursing baby.
The volume is controlled by a rubber roller that makes zero noise like the others when you’re clicking through options. Plus, it has a nice silicon ring on the back, so it will stay place on most surfaces.
The downside: it only comes in white and the hard plastic isn’t my personal favorite material.
Overall Rating: 5/5
Pros: Best sound quality, 60-hour battery, warm nightlight, easiest to use in the dark, reasonable price
Cons: Unknown brand, only one color, hard plastic and small clip
Dreamegg D11 Max — $19-$26
Amazon Ranking – 4.6 stars with 10k+ reviews
If you want something with a bit more name recognition than Cymrix and better features than all the other options, the Dreamegg is a great option. Plus, the white color option is only $19. Huge value for the price! This sound machine has been put through the ringer and has over 10k reviews on amazon, so it’s tried and true.
The battery life can vary between 15 and 40 hours, depending on the volume level set. It also has 21 sounds and great speaker quality, separate buttons for sound categories and volume (which sounds small but makes a huge difference instead of having to click through ALL the sounds to find the one your baby prefers). Plus, the buttons are silicon feeling which is nice, they don’t have that plasticky click.
This sound machine does not include a nightlight, so if that is something you want, skip this one. It’s the only sound machine that uses strings to tie vs clip, which I personally don’t like as that feels like an extra step when trying to attach it to something.
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Pros: Premium battery, 21 sounds, good speaker quality,
Cons: No nightlight, not as warm-sounding as Cymrix, uses a shoe string as a clip on
Yogasleep Hushh 2 — $30
Amazon Ranking – 4.2 stars with 377 reviews
Yogasleep has been making white noise machines since 1962, and they were the original creator. The Hushh 2 is a beautiful upgraded version of their bestselling original, and the upgrades are well thought out.
The biggest seller for me is the backlit buttons, so you can see what you’re pressing in the dark (which no other brand does this) and it’s quite annoying when you’re fumbling around trying to find the right button in the dark. It’s nightlight is warm and amber, not cool toned and feels nice.
It has a 34-hour battery, and it’s materials are quite durable.
The feel of the product feels nice, there’s no hard plastic, it feels almost velvety and the speaker is a fabric, and not plastic like most of the rest. It has relaxing ambient yoga music on top of nursery songs, which I think is actually more peaceful.
It does only have 6 sounds, but the sounds on there are the more common ones (fan, waves, rain). But the sounds it does have are good quality, including their signature Dohm fan sound that people love. Because it only has 6 sounds, it only uses 1 button to cycle through, which isn’t my preferred option, but works here. It has the longest timer option of all the machines, and goes up to 2 hours. (Most max out at 90 mins)
I have the midnight blue color and it’s a beautiful, rich yet soft blue.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Pros: Trusted brand, durable, backlit buttons, warm amber nightlight, relaxing music, materials feel more premium, less chinsey.
Cons: Only 6 sounds
Hatch Go — $40
Amazon Ranking – 4.7 stars with 4.8k+ reviews
I want to love this one so badly. It comes in six beautiful earth-tone colors, it’s made from 99% recycled materials, and it looks like something you’d find on an elevated nursery Pinterest board. My husband said it looks like something Kanye would design: modern, sleek, minimal.
But imo, the white noise sounds like air escaping from a tire. Harsh, hissy, and high-pitched. There’s no nightlight, the battery only lasts 15 hours, there’s no timer, and the clip is really stiff (like you need two hands, reminds me of a stubborn keychain. But it’s definitely not falling off).
At $40, it’s the most expensive option with the least features. You’re paying for aesthetics, full stop.
If how something looks is genuinely your top priority, get the Hatch Go. I will argue it’s the most beautiful and unique sound machine on the market, and that is worth something. I have a handful of friends who have it and LOVE it. So if you’ve been on the fence, I say pull the trigger.
Overall Rating: 3/5
Pros: Beautiful design, 6 color options, eco-friendly materials, well known brand
Cons: Harsh white noise, no nightlight, shortest battery, no timer, most expensive
Yogasleep Hushh Original — $24
Amazon Ranking – 4.6 stars with 28.5k+ reviews
This is the original version of the Hushh, and if you’ve been using it for years and love it, I completely understand. It’s the lightest option at 3.4oz, the white noise is deep and consistent, and Yogasleep’s reputation is well-earned. This one has been tried and true with almost 30k reviews on amazon, with a 4.6 rating. It’s a classic.
However, it only has 3 sounds. No heartbeat, no shh, no lullabies. The nightlight is a tiny LED pinhole that barely qualifies as a nightlight, but it’s on the features list… It still charges via Micro-USB in 2026. The dreamegg does quite a bit more, for up to $5 less. I’d only recommend this if you specifically want the lightest possible machine, simplicity of use, and nothing else matters.
The lime green is a bold color, while minimal, it seems most parents lean toward the more muted, earth tone options.
Overall Rating: 3/5
Pros: Lightest at 3.4oz, reliable white noise, trusted brand
Cons: Only 3 sounds, minimal nightlight, Micro-USB charging
Momcozy Portable — $28
Amazon Ranking – 4.6 stars with 756 reviews
The Momcozy is the only machine in this comparison with Bluetooth capabilities, which makes it unique. You can stream audiobooks, music, or record your own voice (I think this is sweet and might be quite effective) then play it through the speaker.
Here’s the trade-off: the battery only lasts 10 hours, so you’re charging it every single night, and it might not even make it the whole night if you have a 10+hr/night sleeper.
The 6 buttons are confusing enough, I had to look at the manual more than once, which I didn’t have to for any of the other brands.
The white noise sounds artificial and bright. And mine randomly will turn itself on for no reason.
I’d only recommend this if Bluetooth is a must-have. Otherwise, the quality is lacking and many other options are better.
Overall Rating: 3/5
Pros: Only option with Bluetooth, 20 built-in sounds, dimmable nightlight
Cons: 10-hour battery (daily charging), confusing buttons, artificial-sounding white noise
My Honest Take
For baby #2, I’ll be using the Cymrix. I prefer the sound quality, the deep amber nightlight, and all the sound options it offers. If that’s all you needed to hear, grab it here.
The other two runner ups that I would be more than happy with, are the Yogasleep Hushh 2 and the Dreamegg Sleep Lite. Both are great options and offer exceptional value for what you’re getting, espeically the White Dreamegg at only $19.
The best sound machine is the one that gets your baby to sleep. But if you’re asking me? It’s the $26 one nobody’s heard of.
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Disclosure: This is a review blog which may get compensated for the products reviewed by the companies who produce them. All of the products are tested thoroughly and I only endorse products I believe in. I am an independent blogger and the reviews are done based on my own opinions.
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