The power blinks, the fridge goes quiet, and for one long second I wait for the nursery to go dark too. It doesn’t. Our Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen just keeps glowing on its battery like nothing happened. That little moment is exactly why so many parents end up searching “Hatch Rest+ discontinued” when they go to buy one and can’t find it.
Quick answer: Yes, the Rest+ 2nd Gen is gone. Hatch says it no longer manufactures or sells it and points shoppers to the Hatch Baby. But the Hatch Baby has no battery. It has to stay plugged in, so if the power goes out, so does it. If battery backup matters in your house, plan for that separately.
Quick note on what I own: we use a Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen (discontinued) inside our son’s room and a Dohm Classic in the hallway. I haven’t used the Hatch Baby, Hatch Go, or any of the backup-power options below. Those sections come from Hatch’s own product and support pages, not from my nightstand.
What Happened to the Rest+?
Hatch’s support site answers this one directly: it no longer manufactures or sells the Rest+ 2nd Gen, and it recommends the Hatch Baby for little ones instead. Hatch doesn’t go into the why. The short version is that its baby lineup now centers on a newer device, and the Rest+ is no longer part of it.
If you already own one, nothing changes. Ours still runs every night. It’s mostly a dim overnight night light and our nap-time wake-up cue, with white noise kept at a whisper when we need it.
With the Hatch Rest+ discontinued, shopping is where it gets confusing. You’ll still see the Rest+ mentioned in reviews, registry lists, and old blog posts, which makes it easy to assume you can buy the same thing today. The Hatch you’d bring home now is a different device with one very different trait.
Hatch Rest+ Discontinued: How Hatch Baby Compares
Here’s how the Rest+ 2nd Gen we own stacks up against the Hatch Baby, using Hatch’s own help center and product pages.
| Feature | Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen (ours, discontinued) | Hatch Baby (sold today) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery backup | Yes. Hatch rates it up to 12 hours at low brightness and volume, about 8 hours for most users | No. Must stay plugged in |
| Charging | Wireless charging base, or plug in directly | Plug-in power cord only |
| Light and sound | Sleep sounds, smart night light, Time-for-Bed and Time-to-Rise cues | Lights, sounds, a soft nightlight, and Time-to-Rise and Time-for-Bed cues |
| Controls | Hatch Sleep app over Wi-Fi | Hatch Sleep app over Wi-Fi, plus a “Big Button” for preset sounds and on-device volume and brightness controls |
| Hatch+ membership | Optional | 3 months included, then optional |
| Price | Was $89.99; no longer sold | $79.99 on hatch.co |
Hatch’s price was listed on its product page in October 2026 and may change. Battery figures come from Hatch’s Rest+ 2nd Gen battery information page. The Hatch Baby details come from Hatch’s pages on how Hatch Baby is different and whether Hatch Baby has a battery.
On paper, the Hatch Baby is the newer, baby-focused model. Hatch says it was redesigned with improved audio, a soft nightlight for late-night feedings and diaper changes, and three months of sleep support features like 1:1 Sleep Consultant Chat and Baby Sleep Guides in the app. What it doesn’t have is the thing that made me trust ours during a flicker: a battery.
A word on Hatch+
You don’t need a subscription to use a Hatch device. According to Hatch’s Hatch+ membership page, sleep sounds, solid and dynamic lights, and manual schedules are included free. Hatch+ adds stories and music, sleep consultants, sleep guides, and smart nap reminders. My advice is the same as always: use the free features first, and pay only if you find yourself reaching for the extras.
So, Does Hatch Baby Have a Battery?
No. Hatch says plainly that the Hatch Baby needs to be plugged in and doesn’t come with battery backup. For a lot of homes, that’s a non-issue. If your power almost never blinks, a plug-in machine will be fine.
But if you live somewhere with storms, older wiring, or a utility company with a flair for drama, it’s worth thinking about before you buy. A nursery that suddenly goes dark and silent at 3 a.m. is a change a sleeping kid can notice. Here are the options I’d look at. Again, these are researched, not things I own.
Option 1: Add a Hatch Go as the backup
When Hatch answers the battery question, it points people to its portable model. The Hatch Baby product page now bundles it with the Hatch Go, which Hatch’s help pages sometimes still call the Rest Go. According to Hatch, it’s a small, portable sound machine with 10 sounds, a rechargeable battery, and no app, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth needed. It’s $39.99 on hatch.co.
Hatch’s Hatch Go battery information page says the battery lasts up to 15 hours depending on usage and takes about 2 hours to charge from empty. Hatch’s product page also says it keeps playing while charging. Keep in mind it’s a sound backup, not a replacement for the Hatch Baby’s light routine. If the main machine cuts out, the Go can keep white noise going until the power comes back.
Option 2: Put the plug-in machine on a small UPS
A UPS (uninterruptible power supply) is a battery box that your devices plug into. When the wall power drops, it takes over. It’s the same idea people use for routers and desktop computers. If you go this route, plug the Hatch Baby’s own adapter into the UPS rather than swapping cords. Hatch generally recommends its own power adapters, and its replacement power cord guide says the Hatch Baby uses a Hatch Baby power cord.
I’m not going to promise you a runtime, because that depends on the UPS and on how bright and loud you run the machine. Check the UPS maker’s specs, and keep the box and its cords well out of reach of curious hands.
What about a USB power bank?
A power bank is handy for devices that charge over USB, like the Hatch Go. The Hatch Baby uses its own plug-in power cord, so I wouldn’t try to rig a power bank to it. A UPS for the Hatch Baby and a charged Go for sound is the simpler setup.
Should You Keep Using a Working Rest+?
Yes, if it still works and you still use it. Having the Hatch Rest+ discontinued doesn’t switch off the one on your dresser. Ours keeps doing its night light and nap wake-up job, and the battery is still the feature I’d miss most.
A couple of practical habits help. Hatch says the Rest+ 2nd Gen may keep using power even when the light and sound are off, because the clock and saved settings still need energy. Hatch recommends charging it regularly so the battery is ready for outages or naps around the house. If your original cord gives out, Hatch’s replacement cord guide lists the Rest+ 2nd Gen among the devices that use the Hatch Baby power cord. Reach out to Hatch support before buying anything third-party.
Can You Still Buy a Rest+ 2nd Gen Used?
Yes. Hatch stopped selling it, but that doesn’t stop anyone else from selling theirs. Discontinued isn’t the same as recalled, so used and open-box units still show up on resale sites like eBay, plus resale shops like GoodBuy Gear.
The upside is the price. The Rest+ 2nd Gen used to sell for $89.99 new, and secondhand ones usually go for less. In October 2026, GoodBuy Gear had open-box units listed at $69.99. That makes a used one a reasonable way to get a Hatch with a built-in battery for less than a new Hatch Baby, which has no battery at all.
On the safety side, the 2024 CPSC recall covered power adapters sold with the original 1st Gen Rest. Both CPSC and Hatch say 2nd Gen machines aren’t affected. Still, a few quick checks before you hit Buy:
- Make sure the listing actually says Rest+ 2nd Gen, not the original Rest+ or the non-plus Rest 2nd Gen, which has no battery.
- Look for the charging base and the Hatch power cord in the photos. Hatch says these models use a Hatch Baby power cord and doesn’t recommend off-brand adapters.
- Ask the seller whether the battery still holds a charge off the base, since that’s the whole reason to buy this one.
- When it arrives, set it up fresh in the Hatch Sleep app. If it won’t connect, Hatch’s help center has reset steps.
Hatch Rest+ FAQ
Is the Hatch Rest+ discontinued?
Yes. Hatch says it no longer manufactures or sells the Rest+ 2nd Gen and recommends the Hatch Baby instead.
Does Hatch Baby have a battery?
No. Hatch says the Hatch Baby needs to be plugged in and doesn’t come with battery backup. For a rechargeable option, Hatch points to its portable Go model.
How long does the Rest+ 2nd Gen battery last?
Hatch rates it up to 12 hours at low brightness and volume, and about 8 hours for most users. Real-world time depends on your sound, volume, and light settings.
Is Hatch Baby worth it without a battery?
It can be, if you want app-controlled light and sound routines in one device and your power is reliable. If outages are common where you live, budget for a backup like a Hatch Go or a small UPS. And if you only need steady sound, a simpler machine may cover it.
Related Reading
- Best Ok-to-Wake Clock for Toddlers in 2026, if the Time-to-Rise light is the main reason you want a Hatch.
- Hatch vs Dohm in 2026, on why we run one machine in the room and one in the hallway.
- Best Baby Sound Machine 2026, for options beyond Hatch.
- Do You Actually Need a Baby Sound Machine?, before you buy anything at all.
The Bottom Line
The Hatch Rest+ is discontinued, and the Hatch Baby that replaced it is a capable, newer machine with one big catch: no battery. If your power is steady, that may never matter. If it isn’t, pair it with a backup, or keep your trusty old Rest+ charged and on duty for as long as it keeps glowing.
Either way, may your power stay on and your nap wake-ups stay gentle.
Gesundheit.