Pillow is available across the iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad—but for many, the Apple Watch is the heart of their sleep tracking journey. With its seamless integration, the Apple Watch offers a convenient, always-on solution that has made Pillow the most popular sleep tracker among users. By harnessing the power of the Apple Watch, Pillow delivers an unmatched sleep tracking experience that puts detailed insights right on your wrist.
Sleep Tracking: Automatic and Manual Modes
Pillow offers both automatic and manual sleep tracking options, ensuring that every aspect of your sleep is captured precisely according to your preferences.
Automatic Sleep Tracking:
Pillow’s automatic tracking mode uses sophisticated sensor data from your Apple Watch (and paired iPhone, when applicable) to detect sleep patterns. All you have to do is wear your Apple Watch during sleep. This approach is perfect for those who prefer a “set it and forget it” experience, as Pillow continuously monitors your sleep and seamlessly logs your sessions throughout the night and day. Learn more about automatic sleep tracking.
Manual Sleep Tracking:
For users who desire more control, Pillow offers two manual tracking methods:
- Apple Watch–Based Manual Tracking: Initiate your sleep session directly from your Apple Watch by tapping the “Start” button. This mode is ideal for those who want to use the Apple Watch exclusively, allowing you to benefit from haptic alarms and streamlined tracking—all without needing your iPhone in the bedroom.
- Combined iPhone & Apple Watch Manual Tracking: If you prefer a comprehensive view, launch Pillow on both your Apple Watch and iPhone. In this mode, the Apple Watch handles the sleep analysis and haptic feedback while the iPhone records environmental audio (like snoring) and supports additional features such as sleep aid playback. This combined approach delivers richer data and an all-encompassing sleep report. Learn more about Manual Sleep Tracking.
Unparalleled Sleep Analysis
Pillow doesn’t just record sleep—it analyzes it. Using data gathered from the Apple Watch’s array of sensors, Pillow provides a comprehensive breakdown of your nightly performance. Key metrics include:
- Sleep Stages:
Enjoy a detailed sleep stage diagram that shows the duration and quality of light, deep, and REM sleep. This visual breakdown helps you understand how well you transition through different stages of rest.
- Heart Rate and Respiratory Rate:
By monitoring your heart rate and respiratory rate, Pillow offers insights into your cardiovascular health and how your body responds during sleep. This data is crucial for assessing overall sleep quality and recovery.
- Environmental Audio Levels:
Pillow captures ambient noise—including snoring and other disruptions—providing context to your sleep environment and helping you identify potential disturbances.
- Blood Oxygen Levels:
For users with compatible Apple Watch models, Pillow can track blood oxygen saturation, offering additional information about your respiratory function during sleep.
- Wrist Temperature:
Monitoring wrist temperature can reveal subtle changes that occur during sleep, adding another layer to your overall sleep analysis.
This extensive suite of metrics delivers a holistic view of your sleep quality, allowing you to pinpoint areas for improvement and adjust your habits accordingly. Learn more about Pillow’s Sleep Analysis.
Widgets and Complications: Quick Access to Key Data
Pillow’s integration with the Apple Watch goes beyond sleep tracking—its suite of widgets and complications ensures that essential sleep data is always just a glance away. Users can add various widgets to their Apple Watch faces, such as:
- Sleep Rings and Latest Sleep Session Complications:
See a dynamic visual representation of your sleep quality directly on your watch face. These complications display vital metrics like sleep duration and overall sleep quality, making it effortless to review your performance at a glance.
- Smart Stack Widgets:
Customize your Apple Watch face with smart stack widgets that combine sleep summaries, sleep rings, sleep duration, and sleep quality—all arranged in a compact, user-friendly format.
By offering real-time, accessible sleep data, these widgets and complications keep you informed throughout your day, allowing you to stay on top of your sleep habits without needing to open the Pillow app. Learn more about all of Pillow’s Widgets and Complications.
Notifications: Stay Informed Around the Clock
Pillow leverages the power of notifications to ensure you never miss an important update regarding your sleep. On your Apple Watch, you can receive several types of notifications designed to enhance your sleep tracking experience:
- Sleep Report Notifications:
Once a sleep session is detected, Pillow sends a rich sleep report directly to your Apple Watch, summarizing key metrics such as sleep stages, heart rate, and overall sleep quality.
- Mood Tracking Alerts:
Immediately after your sleep session, receive a mood tracking notification that lets you record your wake-up mood (Good, Ok, or Bad) directly from your watch—without opening the app.
- Battery Notifications:
Stay ahead of any potential interruptions with notifications that alert you to the remaining battery life of your Apple Watch, ensuring your device stays charged throughout your sleep session.
- Bedtime Reminders and Sleep Tips:
Get gentle reminders when it’s nearly bedtime, plus personalized sleep tips and insights that help you prepare for a restorative night’s sleep.
- Challenges & Insights Alerts:
Engage with Pillow’s interactive challenges and stay motivated by receiving notifications about new insights or when you complete a sleep challenge.
Learn more about Pillow’s Notifications
Take Control of Your Sleep with Pillow on Apple Watch
Pillow’s seamless integration with the Apple Watch transforms sleep tracking into an effortless, data-rich experience. Whether you opt for automatic tracking or prefer the precision of manual modes, Pillow delivers detailed sleep analysis, real-time insights, and smart notifications right to your wrist. With customizable widgets, comprehensive metrics, and intuitive controls via Siri and Shortcuts, Pillow is the ultimate sleep tracking solution for Apple Watch users.
Embrace the convenience and power of Pillow—download the app today and discover how it can help you achieve better, more restorative sleep, every single night.
