If a healthy and balanced diet, as well as an adapted physical activity, are associated with a healthy lifestyle, sleep also plays an important role.
Indeed, sleeping well is essential.
The night should be synonymous with rest and recovery.
However, 50% of French people believe they sleep poorly, for many reasons (stress, sleep apnea, etc.).
In order to analyze the quality of sleep and identify disruptive events, it is advisable to equip yourself with a sleep sensor.
We also talk about “sleep tracker” or connected bedding.
Several models are available on the market.
Discover our advice and follow our guide to find out how to choose your sleep sensor well and according to what criteria.
our selection
Dot sleep sensor, Terraillon
Fitbit watch
SleepExpert sleep sensor, Beurer
Sleep Analyzer Withings
Withings watch
How does a sleep tracker work?
While it is important to sleep long enough to rest well (between 7 to 9 hours per night depending on the individual), it is above all necessary to ensure the quality of your sleep. About 1 in 2 French people believe they have poor quality sleep. However, this pillar is essential for the health of the individual, just like diet and sports activity. Therefore, the sleep sensor is of great interest. Linked to a mobile application, the latter analyzes your sleep cycles as well as various data, the aim being to provide an overview of the situation and to offer you personalized advice for better sleep. Several brands have embarked on the creation of this type of connected object, among them Withings or, more recently, Emma.
Sleep trackers integrate multiple devices that measure heart rate, breathing, movements and sleep cycles (deep sleep, REM sleep, light sleep).
Thus, they make it possible to have a precise photograph of one's night (number of hours of sleep and awakenings, time to fall asleep, peaceful or restless sleep, etc.), and to improve one's overall health.
Note that some technological tools are able to diagnose significant abnormalities, such as sleep apnea.
On what criteria should you choose your sleep tracker?
Are you looking for a sleep sensor but don't know which one to choose? You should already know that there are different types: band, mask, watch, bracelet, system to be fixed on clothing, on a pillow, under the mattress… A good sleep sensor is an e-health device that meets your needs. . So focus on its features (heart rate measurement, sleep cycles, micro-alarms, movements, etc.). For example, if you only exercise occasionally or if you just want to know your daily calories burned, you do not have to invest in a high-end activity watch. You simply won't need it. Also consider the degree of discretion of your tracker, its design,on its autonomy and its lifespan. Finally, it is important to consult the opinions of customers, on the device itself as well as on the mobile application to which it is connected. Although it is important to make your own opinion, it still allows you to sort and guide your choice.