Does Google have a nap room?

Google has installed sleep pods in its offices for staff requiring a nap. The high-tech beds, which look like the hibernation chambers in Alien crossed with Pac-Man, include a built-in sound system for those who like to drift off to relaxing music. Sleeping on the job: the nap pod at Google headquarters.

How much does a Google nap pod cost?

While most nap pod companies encourage customers to contact them for a quote, a single nap pod can cost between9 $8,000 and $12,000.

How does a nap pod work?

Users can press the start button to start a pre-programmed 20 minute nap. They can relax while listening to sleep music and are woken after 20 minutes by a combination of light and vibration. The design features a built-in BOSE speaker, but can also be used with own headphones.

Why does Google have nap pods?

NASA, Samsung, Google and other corporations are now supporting this tradition by installing “sleep pods” on their properties for employees to nap in. The idea is for employees to take about 20-minute naps to boost productivity, particularly during the second half of the workday when a lull is common.

How much is a EnergyPod?

The company’s product, the EnergyPod, is a $12,985 souped-up recliner chair that shields the light, gently vibrates, and plays “specially composed sleep music.”

What is an energy pod?

The EnergyPod® by Metronaps® is the world’s first chair designed exclusively for power napping in the workplace. The EnergyPod’s zero gravity position, specially composed sleep music, gentle wake sequence of programmed lights and vibrations are the perfect nap environment.

Why do we need sleeping pods?

The benefits to employers: Sleep pods are an attractive office perk that attracts, retains and empowers employees. A brief period of rest throughout the day has been shown to improve productivity and creativity. Well-rested employees are less sick and absent from work. Our sleep pods can be installed almost anywhere.