Anyone have any strong feelings for or against any particular models of shaking/vibrating alarm clocks?
Sonic Alert, all the way. I’ve had very good luck with them, for many many years. I’ve only had two issues, one just started acting up after about 5 years of daily use, one I damaged by moving the bed without remembering the shaker cable. They have many models. I highly highly recommend the travel one (crazy battery life, strong vibration, compact) and the standard bed one. Their website has more options too. Since I’m pretty much deaf I don’t use the LOUD models because they don’t help me much and just piss everyone else off. Typically I silence any audible alarm. The clunky old expensive one is cool because you can plug a lamp into it and not only control the lamp from the clock you it will also flash the light in sync with the bed vibrator to wake you up. Helped me alot as a deaf deep sleeping teenager. Aimed the lights in my face for school days, hah! Models I recommend below.
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My wife is very happy with the SmartShaker. It is used at home and is practical on journeys.
I have had this one for years and it works fine:
https://www.amazon.com/Sonic-Alert-SBB500SS-Extra-Loud-Flashing/dp/B000OOWZUK?th=1
Totally agree with everyone recommending the Sonic Bomb!
I had the same issue and it was the only thing that actually worked. The vibration on that shaker puck is seriously powerful.
Pro-tip: Don’t put the puck directly under your pillow, it can be too much. Tucking it between your mattress and box spring or just under the top sheet works perfectly for a strong, reliable wake-up call without the jump scare.
You may also find this free tool helpful. https://onlinealarm.co/
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Just a thought, I use a vibrating watch to wake me up. tracks my sleep as well. I used to use a Fitbit but now use an applewatch. not sure if it’s a good option for some people, it does of course mean charging it, butbut it does mean the other person in the bed is never disturbed by shaking 
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Excellent recommendation! I’ll have to try that with my Samsung watch!