Marathon 100 Hour Direct Entry Digital Tabletop Timer, White - Large, Easy-to-Read LCD Display - Loud Ring Alarm - Clock Feature - 2 AA Batteries Included

I have partial hearing loss and am tired of not hearing my timers go off, so I selected this timer because it included a flashing light. However, it turns out the light is about the size of pinhead and unless I'm looking directly at it, I can't tell it's flashing. I keep the timer on my desk next to where I'm working on the computer and even out of the corner of my eye, that flashing light doesn't get my attention. However, I was delighted to discover that this timer is really as loud as it says it is. I can hear it every time, whether I'm sitting next to it or across the room, so I don't need the light.When I purchased it, all I cared about was knowing when time was up, but as I've used it, I've fallen in love with some of the features. The one thing I don't like is clearing the times so I can set a new one. I was used to one push of a button, but each digit showing needs to be deleted one at a time before a new time can be inputted. However, I tend to mostly use the same time frames, so I love that I can program 4 times into memory and bypass deleting any numbers to start it with one push of a button.I like being able to switch from timer to clock mode. The digital numbers are large and easier to read than the tiny time stamp on the corner of my computer screen. I have even used the count up feature a few times when I wanted to know how long it took me to do something (like in counting exercise minutes to report to my weight loss group), or when I am going to be interrupted and need to pause it - so much easier than writing down times and doing a lot of math.Because of the extra features I probably would have by-passed this model if not for that flashing light as I'd not had a timer I can easily hear even when they are labeled as being loud. I'm so glad I bought this one. I didn't know what I was missing. I love it and would buy it again.

With the first one I bought, a bit of water or grease got in and rendered the display unreadable. Although I have successfully resurrected other damaged electronic devices, much effort on my part to open up, dry out and clean this timer yielded no good effect.I bought another one because this design is easy to set and read and will also stay in place on a counter. I feel like I have to be more careful than I should have to be, in order for this to keep being useable.

I had an old and beloved timer with a full keypad that gave out after 20 years of constant use. I tried to replace it with a cheap one with only a few buttons to set everything. It was difficult to figure out exactly how to switch back and forth between different functions and laborious to set the time with only a few buttons to scroll through numbers.That cheap one died after only 6 months.This one, on the other hand, is even better than my first timer.. It has very clear buttons to switch between, clock, interval timer, and timer modes. It has large clear numbers to read. It is so easy to set clocks and timers, with a full pad of numbers. The interval timer was an extra special bonus which I find very handy for repetitive tasks I want to time. I've only been using this for a few days so do not know if it has the durability of my old clock, but so far it works wonderfully.

Maybe the overall best timer for now. This review is for a busy person who cooks a lot and uses timers multiple times every day, often several at once, and who does not want to waste efforts setting timers or straining to hear or see them. Here's how I evaluate this kitchen timer. 1) Visibility - The numbers are large and the minute numbers are in a larger type than the second numbers which eliminates confusion when glancing at a row of moving numbers. 2) One handed use - timer is very large compared to others which means that it sits flat and can be operated quickly with one hand if the timer is pushed up against a wall. It does take up more counter space so there is a trade off that for me is worth the speed that comes with stability. 3) Keypad for setting time is essential for speed. This one is easy to see and use, and is unmatched by any other timer (you know I have tried and returned plenty of them, thanks to Amazon making this easy). 4) Sound - This timer gives you a choice for both a loud and average volume, with a simple easy to change toggle switch on the bottom. 5) Memory - There are four easy to set memorized time keys which are very handy. However - the timer does not auto repeat the last time set - and worse yet is the need to manually clear the what ever time shows after turning off the timer. So what does this mean? The timer goes into count up mode when it goes off so that you know how long it has gone over the time it was set for. For instance, you turn the timer off five seconds after it starts ringing, then you must hit the clear button once before you can set a new time. If twelve seconds have passed since the timer went off, then you must either hit the clear button twice or hold clear button down for two seconds and it will beep to clear all digits. Most good timers will auto reset to last time used, with a separate clear button for the entire time. However, to its credit, if you turn off the timer, you can hit one of the four memory buttons and not waste time with clearing the digits 6) Other functions - I don't use them but it has a count up, clock and interval mode. 7) What's missing - for one - when you press a key there is no beep to confirm it was pressed, so if you are in a hurry and don't press the start button just right, and LOOK to confirm, the timer may not have started and you are lost. Also, my ultimate perfect timer will have three built in timers going at once. Does a perfect timer exist? Oxo tried twice, but the units were horribly made and failed so much they yanked them off the market and say they don't know if they will ever make another one. There is also a triple timer on I think the thermo works site, but the reviews are horrible and the price is outrageous. Several times a day I need at least two timers going at once, like just now making lunch and oatmeal at once. While this Marathon is my favorite go to timer, I have three back up timers - the thomas which is good enuf, an old old oxo triple timer on it's last legs and a samshow triple. OKOKOK, call me picky and obsessive, but do want a sloppy person doing your brain surgery or making your custard and breads? Bottom line, reorganize your messy counter a wee bit, and make room for the big timer. Once you get use used to how to work it, you will love it. Marathon clocks are an old established high quality Canadian company, and this timer is built to last unlike most of the garbage stuff made to stop working quickly. For speed of setting with one hand, ease of hearing and ease of viewing, nothing comes close to the Marathon timer. Hmmm, I might just have to buy a second one...

Just got this a couple of days ago and I am very happy with it. It was very easy to set up, and use. I was lost without a timer after our old one broke, and this one is way better than the other. It is very easy to see and use, and being able to time 4 things at once is awesome. I've used it for 2 items at the same time and it was a great help. I strongly recommend.

Batteries had leaked. Mode switch very tiny and extremely hard to switch. Memory is a joke - run in succession NOT simultaneously. Just gave up and returned.Returned item 7/10, still no response. Returned other item to other seller in same return package and received refund several days ago.