Do animals nap? 5 surprising sleep facts
From four-second penguin snoozes to a panda’s afternoon pause: five facts worth staying awake for.
The little library of rest
Your Android nap timer, without ads.
Plan a short break with a nap timer, Sleep Buffer and gentle alarm. Free for Android, with no ads or tracking. Pro is an optional one-time upgrade.
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No Tracking
No Subscriptions
Meet the app
Your pocket nap coach
Choose a nap
Pick a timer that fits your break.
Settle in
Add a Sleep Buffer to give yourself time to relax before the timer starts.
Wake gently
Choose your alarm sound and vibration fade-in.
Gamification
Your rest, at your pace
Track your naps and see your progress over time. Battery points are a playful reward, not a measure of your health or energy.
Wake-up Experience
Gentle Wake-up, Your Way
Choose from a full library of wake-up sounds — from gentle nature sounds to uplifting melodies. Pair it with a customizable vibration fade-in that softly increases intensity, so you wake up feeling refreshed instead of startled.
Sound Library
Vibration Fade-in
Smart Timer
The Sleep Buffer
Give yourself time to settle in before the nap timer starts. The alarm follows your chosen duration; it does not detect sleep stages.
Buffer: 1–30 min
Free: 1–3 min · Pro: 1–30 min
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What Users Say
"Exactly what I was looking for. Used the free version once and ended up buying pro for the extra options. Perfect."
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"Works flawlessly. It feels better to use the app for 15 minutes than to aimlessly scroll through Instagram for 3 hours."
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Sreehari R N.Feb 2026
"Simple, intuitive, informative. I really like it."
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Honest pricing
Free vs Pro
Pro is an optional one-time upgrade inside the Android app. Your regional price is shown before purchase.
Free
Always free
- Ad-Free Experience
- 100% Local Privacy
- Wake-up Sounds
- Ambient Sounds
- StatisticsWeekly & Monthly
- Sleep Buffer1–3 min
Pro (One-Time)
Pay once, keep forever
- Everything in Free
- StatisticsYearly & All-Time
- Wake-up SoundsFull Library
- Guided Meditations & StoriesFull Library
- Sleep Buffer1–30 min
- ThemesFull Access
A little science, a better break
Short naps can help you feel more alert. Keep them brief and allow time to wake fully; results vary, and a timer cannot guarantee a grogginess-free wake-up.
Explore the nap journal
A better break starts with a little curiosity
Learn the basics, set your timer, or meet some surprisingly sleepy animals.
What is napping?
Naps, power naps and siestas explained, with a simple example for your first break.
Set a timer that fits your break
Add settling-in time, choose your countdown and leave room to wake up. Examples and app screenshots.
Sleepy questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I set my timer?
Start with a short break and adjust to your routine. Nap length and time to fall asleep are different: the Sleep Buffer adds time before your chosen timer begins.
What is the best time of day to nap?
The early afternoon, roughly between 1 and 3 PM. Your circadian rhythm naturally dips then — the famous post-lunch slump. Napping later than about 4 PM can interfere with your night sleep.
Why do I sometimes wake up groggy?
This is called sleep inertia. Shorter naps can reduce the risk, but no fixed duration guarantees how you will feel. Allow time to become fully alert.
Does the app detect sleep stages?
No. The alarm uses the duration you choose, plus your Sleep Buffer. It does not measure sleep or predict your sleep stage.
Is the Nap & Recharge app free?
Yes. The Android app is free with no ads and no tracking — all data stays on your device. An optional one-time Pro upgrade unlocks extras like the full sound library, longer sleep buffers and lifetime statistics. There are no subscriptions.
Can napping replace night sleep?
No. Naps are a supplement, not a substitute. They restore alertness and focus during the day, but your body still needs 7–9 hours of consolidated night sleep for full physical and mental recovery.
Ready to Recharge?
Download Nap & Recharge for free on Google Play.
