What a great clock PLUS sound machine! I can't say enough wonderful stuff about it! Although I read reviews saying it's easy to use, I didn't know if that meant by millennials only, rather than older peeps! I'm the parent of millennials and have tried several alarm clocks considered "easy" and "basic" -- and they were NOT so in my opinion. I had every function of this one figured out in just a few minutes! So many awesome features packed into a compact unit that would be great for travel (it's only 4" wide) as well as saving space on a nightstand (or anywhere). It's sharp looking and discreet!The dimmer can be turned down to the point that the display completely disappears. (It is a dial on the back of the clock -- not on the bottom/underside). I do not need the nightlight feature, but the wide-ranging color choices are great for people who do want this. It's got a strong backup battery (included) and a traditional power cord, which is rare these days.There are numerous sound options, and you can choose the sound and volume for everything. The volume and type of alarm you set are independent of the volume and sound you choose for listening pleasure and/or nodding off.I also consider this to be an excellent value for the $$ spent. I chose the gray, and it happened to be on sale as well. I got this mainly for travel but will consider buying another for home use. I tested the alarm right away, and it works great! Every feature seems to work properly. I love this little unit so much that I immediately ordered the protective case as well, which also will be perfect for travel. If you're thinking about making this purchase, I'm confident that you won't be disappointed!