The 10 Best White Noise Machines

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A selection of 12 white noise machines

In the photo above, you can see 12 of the white noise machines I tested before writing this article. The photo is darker than usual so you can compare the nightlight feature that five of them have.

Top row, left to right: Easysleep, Dohm Uno, Snooz, Yogasleep Dreamcenter. Middle row: LectroFan Classic, Magicteam, Dreamegg D11, Homedics Sound Spa Rejuvenate. Lower row: Dreamegg D3 Pro, Renpho, LectroFan Evo, Yogasleep Travel Mini

If you’re frequently disturbed by unwanted noise you can’t control, there are various ways to reduce how much of the noise you actually hear.

Other than improving the soundproofing of your room, some effective options include earplugs, headphones, speakers, and white noise machines.

White noise machines are a good choice for several reasons:

  1. They mask disruptive or inconsistent noise with a steady, soothing background sound.
  2. They are easy to use.
  3. The power consumption is typically low.
  4. They offer a variety of sounds to cater to different preferences.
  5. You can play them in your room, or a child’s room, without needing a smart device or WiFi signal.
  6. Even without external noise to block out, the sounds they produce can be calming to have in the background.

Over the past decade, I’ve extensively used and tested more than 30 white noise machines. In this article, I’ll be sharing my top picks, from compact and portable models to those with more powerful speakers or real fans inside.

Please note that all of the photos are my own, and the exact white noise machines I used. However, the manufacturers may change design details in the future.

Contents

The white noise machines

1. LectroFan Evo

The loudest white noise machine and a good choice for adults who prefer white noise or fan sounds rather than nature sounds.

LectroFan Evo white noise machine

Soundtracks

  • Brown (noise)
  • Chestnut
  • Cinnamon
  • Tan
  • Amber
  • Cream
  • Pink
  • Coral
  • Champagne
  • Pure white
  • Ocean surf 1
  • Ocean surf 2
  • Large fan
  • Industrial fan
  • Mellow fan—Low
  • Mellow fan—High
  • Exhaust fan
  • Attic fan
  • Circular fan
  • Vent fan
  • Box fan
  • Oscillating fan

The LectroFan Evo is a robust white noise machine that blocks out disruptive noise very effectively, thanks to its powerful speaker and high-quality sounds.

One of the key reasons the LectroFan Evo is such a good option for adults is that it has a wide spectrum of 22 white noise and fan sound variations. That gives you plenty of options for masking different sources of external noise while you sleep. It’s also a solid choice if you need to block out noise while studying or working.

It has fan sounds to cater to every taste, from typical household fans to industrial versions. And as well as the usual intense white noise, there’s deeper pink and brown noise that block lower-frequency ambient sounds well. Pink and brown noise are also more relaxing to listen to for extended periods of time in my experience.

Another reason it took top spot is that the sound quality of the speaker is excellent, and it was the loudest white noise machine overall when I tested them side by side. I measured it at 77 decibels on a white noise setting from a meter away, which sounds very loud when it’s in your bedroom. At that volume level, it’s unlikely that much external noise will reach your ears.

The incremental volume range means you can listen to it quietly if you prefer, or match higher levels of external noise like traffic or loud music when needed. Furthermore, the sounds are dynamically generated, which creates a continuous, non-looping noise.

Physically, the LectroFan Evo is designed with user-friendliness in mind, with large enough buttons to find in the dark and a headphone jack for private listening. It also has useful auto-off timers and a minimalist, compact design that makes it very portable.

One potential downside is that it lacks nature sounds, with only two ocean surf sounds. That’s the main reason I think the Evo is best suited to adults rather than kids. It also needs to be plugged in to work as there’s no internal battery.

It currently costs just under $60 in the US and just under £80 in the UK, which makes it one of the more expensive white noise machines. However, I think it makes up for that with its high-quality sounds, loud maximum volume, and very effective sound masking.

Find out more in my full LectroFan Evo review.


2. Yogasleep Dreamcenter

The best white noise machine for kids, with soothing sounds and a nightlight.

Yogasleep Dreamcenter dreamcenter with nightlight

Soundtracks

  • Pink noise 1
  • Pink noise 2
  • White noise 1
  • White noise 2
  • Brown noise 1
  • Brown noise 2
  • Dohm high
  • Deep fan
  • Dohm low
  • Ocean surf
  • Gentle surf
  • Stream
  • Thunderstorm
  • Rain
  • Birds
  • Campire
  • Relax
  • Calm
  • Restore
  • Chimes
  • Lullaby
  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
  • Happy child
  • Landscape
  • Shushing
  • Womb sounds

The Yogasleep Dreamcenter has an excellent range of 26 sounds to choose from, including white noise, pink noise, brown noise, nature sounds, and music tracks. There are specific tracks for youngsters, such as lullabies, shushing, and a womb sound. There are also several nature sounds that are popular with adults, such as rain and ocean surf.

The speaker quality is excellent, with clearer sound and considerably more bass than most other white noise machines I’ve listened to. Even the thunder claps don’t distort, which is a common problem with sound machines.

The loops are unusually long for a white noise machine too; I timed several at over three minutes (some devices have loops of just 30-60 seconds).

It has eight easy-to-use buttons for power, volume, nightlight, timers, and the main soundtrack categories. A convenient 3.5mm headphone jack also lets you listen in private if you prefer.

Another feature included predominantly for kids is the nightlight. It has a rainbow of colors to choose from, which might provide some reassurance if they’re not ready to sleep in the dark yet. However, cycling through the colors could be faster as you have to hold a button down rather than quickly press it.

The main drawbacks are its short power cable and the need to keep it plugged in. The nightlight could also be brighter, and the chime that sounds when you finish cycling through the tracks seems unnecessarily helpful.

Despite these minor points, the Dreamcenter’s high-quality sounds, effective sound masking, and affordable price make it an excellent choice. It’s probably going to be one that kids make better use of than adults, given the nightlight and sound options.

It currently costs just under $30 in the US and £35 in the UK.

Find out more in my full Yogasleep Dreamcenter review.


3. Snooz

An adjustable internal fan creates the soothing sound of rushing air.

Snooz white noise machine with fan

Soundtracks

The Snooz doesn’t have a speaker and soundtracks. Instead, it contains a real fan with options to adjust the tone and volume.

The Snooz white noise machine is one to consider if you love fan sounds, but want an authentic sound rather than recordings. It also gives you the option to save space in your bedroom and avoid the cold draft of a room fan in the winter.

I really like how the Snooz lets you fine-tune the tone of the fan sound by turning the side cap. It also has more nuanced volume control than most other fan-based white noise machines I’ve tested, with 10 volume settings and surprisingly loud maximum volume.

The Snooz comes with a companion smartphone app for iPhones and Android devices. The app provides extra features like Bluetooth control, daily timer settings, and nightlight brightness adjustments. Keep in mind, though, that these additional functions are only accessible via the app.

A unique feature is its nursery calibration setting, which can help you decide on a reasonable volume level if you’d like to use it in an infant’s bedroom.

The Snooz is light and compact, weighing less than two pounds and measuring 5.6 x 5.6 x 3.2 inches. Its small size, neutral color scheme, and aesthetic appeal make it a modern device to have on a bedside table or office desk.

A couple of potential downsides include the need to keep it plugged in and the underwhelming nightlight feature. It’s also one of the most expensive white noise machines in this article, costing $79.99 in the US and just under £120 in the UK.

Despite the price, the Snooz offers a good balance of advanced features and loud enough maximum volume to block out a lot of external noise, making it a great choice if you’re looking for a white noise machine that’s dedicated to fan sounds.

See it in action in my full Snooz review.


4. Breez

A 2-in-1 smart fan that provides authentic fan sounds with or without the cooling airflow.

Snooz Breez

Soundtracks

The Breez contains two fans rather than a speaker. The main fan blows air and creates a fan sound. The other fan only creates a white noise fan sound, so you won’t have cold air blowing in your room in the winter. In the photo above, for example, I have the Breez pointing at me with the fan on a low speed to provide some gentle cooling.

The Breez is a clever device from the makers of the Snooz (above) that will especially appeal to those who love the sound of a real fan, but only want the cool air it provides in warmer months of the year.

There are two fans inside, which you can control independently or run at the same time. The main fan works like a normal fan and blows air to keep you cool. There are 10 speed settings, which also has the effect of changing the tone of the white noise sound it produces.

With an airflow capacity of 380 cubic feet per meter and a max air speed of 20 feet per second, it’s a powerful fan that will both cool you and drown out most external noise.

The second fan doesn’t blow air though, so you can have a relaxing fan sound in the winter without a cold draught. Again, it has 10 speed settings so you can adjust the volume and tone. You can even combine the two fans, with any combination of their settings from 1 to 10. And with both on 10, I find it blocks out all external noise as it’s so loud.

Like the Snooz, you can also control the Breez with the app. This makes it easier to adjust the settings, and there are also some useful features like a daily scheduler and an auto fan mode that turns on when the room temperature rises above the temperature you select.

One downside is the size when compared to standard white noise machines. As it doubles as a fan, it’s much bigger than the other devices in this article, so it’s not one to take on your travels. It will occupy a lot of space on a nightstand, so may be better suited to a chest of drawers, stool, or the floor.

It’s also the most expensive white noise machine on my list, costing $199.99 in the US. Considering the robust design, powerful fans, and smart features, I do think it’s good value for money. If you don’t want the cooling, however, I’d stick with the Snooz as the secondary white noise fan sounds very similar to that one.

On balance, the Breez is a device I personally like a lot because you don’t need to have both a fan and a white noise machine. So if you enjoy the cooling effect of a real fan and the sound of rushing air, the Breez is a great choice.

Find out more in my full Breez review.


5. Dreamegg D3 Pro

A good balance of nature sounds, white noise, and fan sounds.

Dreamegg D3 Pro white noise machine

Soundtracks

  • White noise 1
  • White noise 2
  • White noise 3
  • Pink noise 1
  • Pink noise 2
  • Pink noise 3
  • Brown noise
  • Fan 1
  • Fan 2
  • Fan 3
  • Fan 4
  • Fan 5
  • Fan 6
  • Fan 7
  • Birds
  • Sea waves
  • Gentle surf
  • Lullaby
  • Music box
  • Rain
  • Rain & thunder
  • Campfire
  • Campfire
  • Crickets
  • Drip
  • Pendulum
  • Train
  • Shushing
  • Fetal tone

The Dreamegg D3 Pro is an excellent all-rounder white noise machine. There are 29 sound options to choose from, including 15 nature/relaxing sounds, seven types of white noise, and seven fan sounds.

As well as having some relaxing deep pink and brown noise, there are favorites like rain, sea waves, and birds. There are also a few for kids, such as a lullaby, music box, and heartbeat.

The D3 Pro has clearly labeled category buttons, making it faster to cycle through the sounds and find the one you want. The speaker is clear and loud if you need it to be, with good bass quality for a white noise machine. It’s close to the LectroFan Evo in maximum volume, reaching over 70 decibels when I tested it with a decibel meter.

A convenient feature is the internal rechargeable battery, which takes only two hours to fully charge and lasts over eight hours. This is very handy as it means you can place it where you like in a room without needing to think of where a power outlet is. It also has useful auto-off timers from 30 to 90 minutes, and a 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening.

Two minor downsides include some sounds having a white noise background and the device coming with just a USB cable to charge or power it. Personally, I don’t mind about the lack of an adaptor as I already have enough USB outlets, but it’s something to be aware of.

All in all, the Dreamegg D3 Pro strikes a good balance between sound variety, quality, user-friendly features, and affordability. It’s usually available for under $40 in the US and under £40 in the UK, putting it in the middle of the typical price range for white noise machines.

Find out more in my full Dreamegg D3 Pro review.


6. Dreamegg D11

A portable white noise machine with a soft nightlight.

Dreamegg D11 portable sound machine with nighlight

Soundtracks

  • Ocean
  • Brook
  • Lullaby
  • Music box
  • Shushing
  • Vacuum cleaner
  • Fetal tone
  • Fair sound
  • Cricket sound
  • White noise
  • Fan

The Dreamegg D11 is a portable, kid-friendly white noise machine with 11 tracks to choose from. These include calming lullabies, a music box tune, a repetitive shushing sound, and even a soothing fetal tone.

The unconventional fair sound and vacuum noise probably wouldn’t be an adult’s first choice for relaxation, but some parents do find a vacuum noise does the trick.

A key feature is its warm nightlight, with a reassuring glow for kids that also helps parents see in the dark when checking in on the little ones. The compact D11 has a clearer speaker and louder volume than its small size would suggest, and it’s capable of masking a lot of disruptive external noise.

An internal rechargeable battery that will last around eight hours and a convenient lanyard combine to open up more options for positioning it in a bedroom. You can also play it with the USB cable if you prefer. Other useful features include auto-off timers and a child lock button to keep young hands from inadvertently changing the settings.

The main downside is probably the lack of sound options for adults. It has just one white noise and fan sound, and doesn’t have an ever-popular rain sound.

Overall, the Dreamegg D11, with its child-centric sounds, pretty nightlight, rechargeable battery, and reasonable price make it a good choice for parents to take with them when away from home.

The Dreamegg D11 typically costs under $30 in the US and under £35 in the UK.

See it in action in my full Dreamegg D11 review.


7. Easysleep

A low-cost white noise machine with lots of water tracks and gentle nightlight.

Easysleep sound machine with nightlight

Soundtracks

  • Brown noise
  • Pink noise
  • Blue noise
  • White noise
  • Soft fan
  • Household fan
  • Industrial fan
  • Loud fan
  • Rain in yard
  • Heavy rain
  • Rain on window
  • Stream in cave
  • Brook
  • River
  • Gentle sea wave
  • Mighty sea wave
  • Little sea wave
  • Singing birds
  • Campfire
  • Train
  • Piano
  • Brahms Lullabye
  • Alpha wave with dripping
  • Stars in the night
  • Meditation

The Easysleep is an affordable and portable white noise machine that manages to squeeze in 25 sounds, a nightlight, and auto-off timer.

The impressively wide range of soundtracks for such a small device includes white noise, fan sounds, nature sounds and music tracks. So there are plenty of options for both adults and kids.

For me personally, the best feature is the selection of nine water sounds, with three rain variations. It’s unusual to have so many water tracks to choose from in one device, so this is one to consider if you find the sound of running water or rain relaxing to listen to.

While the sounds are reasonably clear, the speaker is lacking in the bass department. Despite this, on maximum volume it will still mask some external noise. For such a small device, the Easysleep has long loops; I timed the music and meditation tracks, with all of them being around four minutes.

It has a pretty nightlight, with a calming amber glow and adjustable brightness. Kids who don’t like the dark might appreciate the soft light, and it’s just bright enough to let parents check in on them.

You can play it continuously all night, or set auto-off timers of up to four hours. However, there’s no internal battery, so you need to keep it plugged into a USB outlet for it to work.

Overall, the Easysleep is a good pick if you’re looking for a budget-friendly white noise machine with lots of tracks. Just keep in mind that the speaker is relatively basic and not the loudest option.

The Easysleep typically costs under $25 in the US or £30 in the UK.

Find out more in my full Easysleep sound machine review.


8. Dohm Uno

An internal fan creates the gentle sound of rushing air.

Yogasleep Dohm Uno

Soundtracks

The Dohm Uno doesn’t use a speaker to play recordings. Instead, it houses a real fan with options to adjust the tone and volume.

The Dohm Uno is the third white noise machine on my list that contains a real fan. It’s a no-frills device, with just one button used to switch the internal fan on or off. The fan produces a reliably constant sound that’s soothing to listen to when falling asleep, relaxing, or studying.

You can adjust the sound by rotating the cap, which creates minor variations in the tone emitted. Unlike the Snooz and Breez, however, you can’t adjust the fan speed and therefore the volume.

Despite its simplicity, the Dohm Uno creates an authentic and gentle fan sound, which is clearly different from machines that only play recordings. It’s also a sturdy device that has a solid casing that should last the test of time.

For many people, the biggest downside of the Dohm Uno is likely to be the volume, which is significantly lower than all of the other white noise machines I’ve tested.

On the other hand, some people might appreciate the fact that it can’t get too loud. If you’re worried about playing white noise too loudly to a child, for example, the Dohm Uno might be a good choice.

Just keep in mind that it also lacks other common features, such as a headphone jack, an internal battery, nightlight, or auto-off timers.

The Dohm Uno is relatively budget friendly, costing just under $40 in the US and around £35 in the UK, making it less than half the price of comparable white noise machines like the Snooz.

Find out more in my full Dohm Uno review.


9. Magicteam

An affordable white noise machine with an extensive range of sounds.

Magicteam sound machine

Soundtracks

  • Brown noise
  • Between pink and brown
  • Pink noise
  • Between pink and white
  • White noise
  • Ceiling fan
  • Soft fan
  • Household fan
  • Loud fan
  • Industrial fan
  • Alpha waves with dripping
  • Brahms lullaby
  • Piano
  • Stars in the night
  • Thinking
  • Summer rain
  • Rain on yard
  • Heavy rain
  • Thunderstorm
  • Rain on window
  • Running water
  • River
  • Stream
  • Brook
  • Little sea wave
  • Gentle sea wave
  • Ordinary sea wave
  • Mighty sea wave
  • Dropping water
  • Dropping water in cave
  • Wind
  • Fireplace
  • Big fire
  • The wild fire
  • Train
  • Hairdryer
  • Clock
  • Cricket
  • Singing bird
  • Frog

The Magicteam white noise machine is lightweight and compact, weighing just 0.95 pounds, yet it has a huge range of sounds. With 40 soundtracks to choose from, it gives you plenty of options for relaxation and many ways to mask external noise that might be disturbing your sleep or study.

As well as the usual white noise and fan sounds, there’s a varied selection of nature sounds and music tracks. It has even more water-themed tracks than the Easysleep, for example, with 15 in total.

The Magicteam has a reasonable volume range for a budget white noise machine. However, the speaker sounds quite basic and has limited bass, so it may struggle to completely block out loud external noise.

It does have some user-friendly features though, such as an auto-off timer with volume fade-out and an option to turn off all the LEDs. It will also remember your last settings each time you turn it on.

It’s simple to operate, with six clear buttons. Each button is dedicated to power, timer, volume, or track selection. With so many tracks, it can take a while to cycle through them though. I think splitting them into groups with a few category buttons would have been more user-friendly.

The Magicteam is powered by a USB cable, and doesn’t have an internal battery. There’s no headphone jack or nightlight either, so it’s really just the small size and soundtracks that make this one worth considering – especially if you like water sounds.

Overall, while the Magicteam white noise machine has an impressive range of sound options, the speaker quality is somewhat lacking. However, it’s an affordable choice at under $30 in the US or £20 in the UK.

See it in action in my full Magicteam review.


10. Yogasleep Travel Mini

The most compact white noise machine, ideal for travel.

Yogasleep Travel Mini

Soundtracks

  • White noise
  • Brown noise
  • Stream
  • Gentle Surf
  • Original Dohm
  • Thunderstorm

The Yogasleep Travel Mini lives up to its name by being the smallest and lightest white noise machine I’ve used.

Despite my initial reservations about the limited selection of only six sounds and lack of an auto-off timer, I found it’s a convenient device if you’re on the go and space in your luggage is tight.

It also has an internal rechargeable battery, which is great as it means you can place it where you like in a room. And there’s a nightlight with three brightness settings, which some children will find reassuring and adults may find useful in unfamiliar bedrooms.

In terms of sound selection, it has two white noise options, three nature sounds, and the Dohm sound, which is a recording of the Yogasleep Dohm’s real fan.

The sound loops are around a minute long, which is a reasonable length for such a compact device. However, the speaker’s small size doesn’t deliver much volume or bass, which is most noticeable when listening to the brown noise or thunderstorm.

One practical issue is that the small buttons on the underside are tricky to find in the dark and may be problematic for those with sight or sensitivity issues. There are no auto-off timers either, which I personally think is a useful feature.

Despite these downsides, the Travel Mini still has a lot to like: the ultra-compact size, calming nightlight, soothing sounds, and solid eight hour battery life.

With a stylish design and reasonable price, it’s a good choice for frequent travelers or those who prefer not to have a bulky device on a bedside table. However, if you’re looking for a more powerful home device, this isn’t going to be the right one for you.

It typically costs under $30 in the US or £35 in the UK.

Find out more in my full Yogasleep Travel Mini review.

Comparison tables

Table 1: Ratings

In table 1 below, I’ve given the white noise machines a rating out of 10 in some key performance areas: speaker and soundtrack quality, volume & sound masking, loops, and portability.

The speaker and soundtrack quality is based on how much bass, mids, and highs the speaker produces, and if it distorts with increasing volume. I also considered how relaxing, enjoyable, and authentic the soundtracks are. Those with an internal fan score a 10 because the sound is natural rather than a recording.

The volume and sound masking is based on my measurements with a decibel meter, and how well they block music, talking, and traffic from outside a bedroom I tested them all in.

For the loops, I spent a lot of time trying to time them as it’s often difficult to spot the loop. The higher score means the loop is longer and/or undetectable with sounds like rain.

The portability is based mainly on the size and weight, but I also considered whether it can be played without plugging it in.

The blue links will take you to Amazon.

DeviceSpeaker &
Soundtrack
Quality
Volume
& Sound
Masking
LoopsPortability
LectroFan Evo910108
Yogasleep
Dreamcenter
9998
Snooz109107
Breez1010103
Dreamegg
D3 Pro
9998
Dreamegg
D11
78710
Easysleep7799
Dohm Uno104103
Magicteam77910
YogaSleep
Travel Mini
65710

Table 2: Power method and sound options

In table 2 below, you can see the way the white noise machines are powered, and the sounds they play. Note that many of them include a USB cable, but not all come with an AC adaptor to plug it into. However, you can use the USB cable with many USB outlets, as well as devices like a laptop.

MachinePowerSounds
LectroFan
Evo
-AC adaptor
-USB cable
10 white noise
10 fan sounds
2 ocean surf
Yogasleep
Dreamcenter
USB cable6 white noise
3 fan sounds
17 relaxing sounds
SnoozCordedReal fan inside
BreezDC Adaptor2 real fans inside
Dreamegg
D3 Pro
-USB cable
-Rechargeable
internal battery
7 white noise
7 fan sounds
15 relaxing sounds
Dreamegg
D11
-USB cable
-Rechargeable
internal battery
1 white noise
1 fan sound
9 relaxing sounds
EasysleepUSB cable4 white noise
4 fan sounds
17 relaxing sounds
Dohm UnoCordedReal fan inside
MagicteamUSB cable5 white noise
5 fan sounds
30 relaxing sounds
YogaSleep
Travel Mini
-USB cable
-Rechargeable
internal battery
2 white noise
1 fan sound
3 relaxing sounds

Table 3: Extra features

In table 3 below, you can see which ones have some of the main features I look out for when I test white noise machines. These aren’t the only features that exist in the white noise machine world, but I think they are useful ones to consider.

MachineHeadphone
Jack
Auto-off
Timers
Nightlight
LectroFan
Evo
X
Yogasleep
Dreamcenter
SnoozX
BreezXX
Dreamegg
D3 Pro
X
Dreamegg
D11
X
EasysleepX
Dohm UnoXXX
MagicteamXX
YogaSleep
Travel Mini
XX

In the photo above, you can see five white noise machines that have a nightlight.

Top row, left to right: Renpho (not in this article), Easysleep, Yogasleep Dreamcenter.

Lower row: Dreamegg D11, Yogasleep Travel Mini.

Table 4: Price

The prices will naturally fluctuate throughout the year. To give you an idea of the price range though, table 4 shows a snapshot of the prices of the white noise machines on Amazon and/or the company websites in dollars and pounds the last time I checked, which was February 19, 2024.

MachineUS dollarsGB pounds
LectroFan
Evo
$59.95£79.95
Yogasleep
Dreamcenter
$29.99£34.95
Snooz$79.99£113.59
Breez$199.99Unavailable
Dreamegg
D3 Pro
$39.99£39.99
Dreamegg
D11
$29.99£33.99
Easysleep$24.99£29.99
Dohm Uno$36.99£34.95
Magicteam$29.99£24.99
YogaSleep
Travel Mini
$27.99£34.95

Alternatives

If you read other articles about white noise machines, you’ll see that some writers include smart speakers, wake-up lights, apps, and other devices.

I decided not to include any of those in this list as I wanted to only cover dedicated white noise machines. After all, a smart speaker isn’t technically a white noise machine – it’s a smart speaker that you can ask to play white noise.

Having said that, smart speakers, smartphone apps, and household appliances like fans can work well if you don’t want to buy a separate white noise machine. If you’d like to find out more about alternatives like those, take a look at my guide to choosing a white noise machine.

If you’d like to see more about the volume range of white noise machines, I published a video a couple of years ago in which I tested several of them with a decibel meter. Several of the devices in this article appeared in it. You can read the article and watch the video in my volume test of white noise machines.