Choose the Best Sleep Tracking Method for You

Pillow, a versatile sleep tracking app, offers two primary modes of sleep tracking: Automatic and Manual. Here’s a detailed breakdown to help you choose the method that best suits your lifestyle and needs.

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Automatic Sleep Tracking
Effortless and Seemless

Automatic sleep tracking is ideal for those who prefer a "set it and forget it" approach. If you own an Apple Watch, this mode requires no additional steps. Simply wear your Apple Watch to bed, and Pillow takes care of the rest. Here are the key features of Automatic Mode:

How to Track

  • Simply wear your Apple Watch during sleep.

Advantages

  • Hassle-Free Tracking: Pillow automatically detects your sleep and records the session without any input.
  • High Accuracy: Especially reliable when sharing the same bed with a partner.

Limitations

  • No Alarm Functionality: Automatic Mode cannot ring an alarm, which might be a dealbreaker for those relying on Pillow to wake up at an optimal time.
  • No Audio Detection: Cannot detect snoring or other sleep sounds.

Features

  • Sleep Stage Analysis
  • Heart Rate Analysis
  • Heart Rate Dip
  • Heart Rate Trend
  • Heart Rate Per Sleep Stage
  • Blood Oxygen Levels
  • Respiratory Rate
  • Sleep Temperature
  • Environmental Audio Levels

Manual Sleep Tracking using only the iPhone
If you don't like wearing an Apple Watch

How to Track

  • Press "Start" on the iPhone and place it near your pillow.
  • Tap Stop in the morning to end the session.

Advantages

  • No wearable device required.

Features

  • Sleep Stage Analysis
  • Smart Wake-Up (Wake up at the lightest possible sleep stage)
  • Regular Alarm
  • Audio Recordings (Capture snoring and other sleep sounds)
  • Sleep Aid: Play soothing tracks to fall asleep faster

Not Available

  • Heart Rate Analysis
  • Blood Oxygen Levels
  • Respiratory Rate Analysis
  • Environmental Audio Levels
  • Apple Watch-Only Tracking

 

Manual Sleep Tracking using only the Apple Watch
No iPhone required

How to Track

  • Open Pillow on your Apple Watch and tap "Start."
  • Wear your Apple Watch during sleep.

Advantages

  • Gentle Wake-Up: Subtle haptic feedback wakes you without disturbing others.
  • No iPhone Required: Standalone functionality.

Features

  • Sleep Stage Analysis
  • Smart Wake-Up
  • Heart Rate Analysis
  • Blood Oxygen Levels
  • Respiratory Rate
  • Environmental Audio Levels
  • Combined iPhone and Apple Watch Tracking

Manual Sleep Tracking using the Apple Watch and the iPhone
Most features available.

How to Track

  • Launch the app on both your iPhone and Apple Watch.
  • Tap the Start button on your Apple Watch to begin.

Advantages

  • High Accuracy: Especially for people sharing a bed
  • Comprehensive Analysis: Access all tracking features.
  • Dual Alarms: Set alarms on both devices.

Features

  • Comprehensive Sleep Analysis: Detailed insights into sleep patterns.
  • Environmental Monitoring: Track disturbances during the night.
  • Audio Recordings: Capture snoring and other sleep sounds.
  • Sleep Aid: Use soothing sounds to fall asleep faster.
  • Smart Wake-Up
  • Heart Rate Analysis
  • Blood Oxygen Levels
  • Respiratory Rate Analysis
  • Environmental Audio Levels
  • Which Method Is Right for You?

Your choice between Automatic and Manual sleep tracking depends on your priorities: Choose Automatic Mode if you value simplicity and don’t need an alarm.
Choose Manual Mode if you want flexibility, advanced features, or an alarm to wake you up.
With Pillow, you’re in control of how you track and optimize your sleep. Whether you’re a minimalist or a data enthusiast, Pillow’s options cater to everyone. Sweet dreams!

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