FAQ
Why would I want a skipping-rope alarm clock?
Because standard alarms don't work for heavy snoozers. Skiparoo fixes the morning struggle in three ways:
- Forces you up: If you keep hitting snooze or climbing back into bed, Skiparoo gets you up and moving.
- Builds momentum: Skipping first thing raises your heart rate and gives your day a big head start.
- Parent-approved: It's a fun, foolproof way to finally get teenagers out of bed.
It replaces the "snooze and scroll" cycle with an active, playful start to your day.
Will the alarm wake up my partner?
You don't have to skip next to the bed. Press any button to start your snooze, then unplug the cube, take it to another room, and do your skipping there. The buzzer pauses once you start skipping. Just don't stop for more than 20 seconds, or it starts again.
How is Skiparoo powered? Can I just unplug it to turn it off?
Nice try! The cube runs on USB-C power. The cable and adaptor aren't included, but any standard ones you already have will work. It also has a built-in 4–6 hour "anti-cheat" backup battery, so pulling the plug won't stop the alarm.
In Standard Mode, pick up the wireless Bluetooth rope (AAA batteries included) and complete your jumps to switch the alarm off before its automatic 20-minute timeout.
What happens if I just ignore it and don't skip?
Skiparoo is designed to be relentless. Once your snooze runs out, the alarm rings for 20 minutes, then stops on its own for safety and device longevity. Between the volume and the guilt, you (and everyone else in the house) won't last that long in bed.
How does the snooze work?
Press any button to snooze. The snooze is 5 minutes by default and can be set up to 99 minutes. You get one snooze, and you can do your jumps at any time during the snooze window.
What if I don't want to skip every morning?
Turn the skipping requirement on or off with a single button press the night before. Optional Alarm Mode lets you switch the alarm off without skipping, so it works as a normal alarm on rest days.
How many jumps do I have to do?
The jump count is fully adjustable. Set a quick 10 jumps to wake your brain up, or 100+ to double it as morning cardio.
What's the Bluetooth range?
About 10 metres, a bit less through walls. If your skipping spot is further away, unplug the cube, take it with you, do your jumps, and put it back on charge.
What if I don't have enough space to skip?
The rope is fully adjustable—shorten it to suit your height and the space you have. If your bedroom is too tight, just press snooze, unplug the cube, and take it into another room, the garage, or outside.
What if I'm an extreme snoozer who moves the alarm in my sleep?
Fix the cube to your bedside table or wall with an L-bracket so it can't be moved while you're half asleep. For help with a hardcore setup, contact our team.
Where do you ship, and how long does delivery take?
We ship Australia-wide only. Orders dispatch within 1–2 business days, and free standard delivery takes 3–7 business days after that. Express is available for $15.
What's the 30-Day Wake-Up Guarantee?
If Skiparoo doesn't get you out of bed within 30 days, send it back for a refund. See Warranty & Returns for full details and warranty cover.
How do I set up Skiparoo as an afternoon or evening workout trigger?
- Step 1: Set the alarm for when you get home from work.
- Step 2: Set your jump count to around 500–1,000 jumps (roughly a 10-minute workout).
- Step 3: Set the snooze time to 99 minutes (the maximum).
How it works: When you get home from work in the afternoon or evening, the alarm will go off. Press snooze to give yourself a 99-minute window to unwind, get changed, and complete your 10-minute skipping workout at any time before the alarm sounds again.