A bedside table has a small job with a lot of competition for space. A lamp, a book, a glass of water, a charger, perhaps a scent: each addition can help a routine, but a crowded surface makes the essentials harder to find. Start with the things you actually reach for after the lights go down or before you get up.
Give the essentials the easiest reach
Leave a clear place for a drink and the one or two objects you use most often. Keep cords behind the table when possible, and make sure a device can sit flat without blocking a drawer or a lamp switch. Before buying anything new, measure the usable surface and check the product's dimensions and power requirements.
Choose sound and light as one decision
If you want background sound, decide whether you also need a bedside light. WonderWall lists the Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma with 15 built-in sounds, adjustable volume, dimmable white and red light, 30-, 60-, and 90-minute timers, a rechargeable battery, and USB-C charging. Those features may let one device fill several roles, but check the full listing and choose the settings that suit your room. You can skip the aroma feature entirely.
Treat scent as optional
Scent can be pleasant, but it is a preference, not a requirement for a good night. If you like a light fragrance, the Baloo Living Pillow Mist is listed for use on sheets and pillows. Follow its label directions, test fabric compatibility, and keep fragrance away from anyone who prefers a scent-free space. The Canopy sound machine has a removable felt diffuser; its listing says to put oil on that diffuser, not directly on the device.
Make room for upkeep
A humidifier is a larger commitment than a small sound machine or mist. Consider where it will sit, how you will refill it, and how you will clean it before adding one to a nightstand. The Canopy Bedside Humidifier 2.0 listing describes dishwasher-safe parts. Read the product's full care instructions and make sure there is enough space around it for normal use. If that routine does not fit your room, leave the surface clear.
Stop when the table works for you
Put the essentials back first, then add at most one optional extra. The best bedside setup is not the most complete one; it is the one you can use without searching around in the dark and maintain without extra fuss.