Pros: A streamlined single-speaker, single-alarm clock with a

Universal iPod Dock on top, delivering more than acceptable sound

quality and volume for a budget price. Well-designed dimmer is

appropriate for light-sensitive sleepers, arguably augmented by

dimmer-adjustable dual light bars on unit’s sides.

Cons: Single-speaker design, simple bass switch, and single iPod

or buzzer-based alarm are steps down from iHome’s more expensive clock

radio offerings, clock face is similarly stripped down to only time

without date. Remote control, sold separately, boosts price to almost

the same level as company’s superior $69 offering. Inexpensive-looking

body - particularly the light bars - will not appeal to some users.