Curio · The Trivia Alarm

An Alarmy alternative that wakes you up with trivia

Same idea: do something before the alarm stops. Curio's something is trivia.

Try Curio free

iPhone, iOS 26 or later. Curio is free.

Side by side

AlarmyCurio
To stop itMath, photos, squats, shaking and more Answer trivia, from over 2,900
PriceFree with ads, or premium Free. Premium has no ads
Runs oniOS 17 and up, Android iOS 26 and up

Alarmy details are from its App Store listing, October 2026. Curio is not affiliated with Alarmy.

Try one. What is the capital of Alaska?

Tap an answer. This is the whole alarm.

Which one is for you

Pick Curio if

  • You would rather think than do squats.
  • You want to start the day knowing something new.
  • You want no ads.

Pick Alarmy if

  • You want a photo or movement mission.
  • You are on Android or an older iOS.
  • You want a free version.

Questions

Is Curio like Alarmy?

Both make you do something before the alarm stops. Alarmy offers many missions, like math, photos and squats. Curio has one: answer trivia.

Does Curio have a photo or shake mission?

No. Trivia is the only way to stop a Curio alarm.

Does Curio ring when my iPhone is on silent?

Yes, and on the lock screen. Curio is built on Apple's AlarmKit, like the Clock app.

Is Curio free?

Curio is free. Ads are optional and only play after your alarm is off. Premium has none.

Does Curio work on Android?

No. iPhone only, iOS 26 or later.

Wake up sharp.

An alarm that stops when you answer trivia.

Try Curio free