Marathon 100 Hour Direct Entry Digital Tabletop Timer, Black - 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.

I got the device put in the batteries and only the light came on not the display or anything. I was disappointed that it didn't work then I decided to put in new batteries and it worked fine. The batteries were junk. I've read they also leaked on someone, so I wouldn't use them at all. As to the timer functions, I think the interval timer is a good feature as well as the timer. The alarm is loud enough and as others mention the light is tiny and not that useful. I like the size too and easy to use buttons.

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.

I have to say that I don't really like this timer because it's got a lot of extra functions and features that I will probably never use. And the features that I do use are a little bit of a pain to do and could use some improving. It is also a larger sized timer and takes up more room on the counter and it more noticeable. I stick with using it because I can't find a better one with a quiet alarm. This one has a nice quiet alarm beep that doesn't feel like it's screaming at me. I can still hear it all over the house wherever I am, so the volume is perfectly adequate for what I need. So many other timers are just way way too loud. I should also mention that this one sounds like the speaker that creates the beeping is dying. I don't know if all the timers sound like that or just the one I got. It's an annoying sound that adds a hoarseness and scratchiness to the beeping, but the volume is good.When you are pressing the buttons, there is not much of a click and no beep to let you know the timer registered the entry. You have to press hard and make sure the digital display shows what you entered.The buttons for the saved times (m1, m2, m3, m4) are right next to the number key pad and I'm constantly pressing the 3 instead of m3.When you set the timer for, let's say 2 minutes, and it counts down and then starts beeping...it doesn't show the end time, it just starts counting up to let you know how much time has passed since the alarm went off. So if you don't remember what you set it for, you don't have a way to find out. For example if you are cooking pasta and want to add something in like vegetables at a certain time, you'd set the timer for 5 minutes. When the timer goes off you'd add the veggies to the boiling pasta water and then go to set the timer for the additional time needed...but what if you can't remember if you set it for 5 or 6 minutes? You have no way to find out how long the pasta has already cooked so you have to guess at the remaining cooking time.You also have to remember what you've set the memory buttons for. You have to press each one to find out which one is the one you want. By the time you find the right one, you could have already manually entered the time. So you have to try to memorize which button is which time setting or else they are useless.When the timer goes off, it starts counting up until you silence it by pressing the start/stop button. Then you have to remember to press the C/AC button to clear that left-over count so that you can enter a new time the next time you use the timer. If you forget to clear that count it stays there and messes up the next time entry. So, if it takes you 8 seconds to turn off the beeping and then you want to set it for 5 minutes and you forget to clear the 8 second count, you will be setting the timer for 85 minutes and then have to delete and re-enter the correct 5 minute time. It's really annoying.I do like that you can set this timer for up to 99 hrs 99 min and 99 sec. You could use it as an alarm clock, and it would work well as a travel alarm clock. It has a clock setting which shows the current time like a digital alarm clock, and when you go to bed you can set the timer to go off in 8 hours or whenever it is you need to wake up.I've never used the clock, interval timer or count-up modes.I wouldn't really recommend this timer unless you think you need all those extra features. The only reason I didn't return it is because the timer has a nice gentle volume on the low setting and that is hard to find.

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.

Big white on black numerals a plus for ease of entering time. Large read-out numerals, too, although seconds are half the size of hours and minutes. Still quite good since the digital numerals are reasonably solid and dark. It does take up a bit more room on the counter but it's worth it because you do not need to pick it up in order to use it. Can't comment on timing multiple recipes as I haven't needed that function yet. Ringer is much better than most because the pitch of the sound is lower, thus making it easier for those with hearing loss.

This is easy to use. The beeper has 3 setting so not easy to miss it going off if you set it for loud. Has count down and count up as well.

I had this alarm for a year and a half and I have been very happy with that. Then suddenly died. I tried to make it work with no success. I have enquired at the customer service what could I do. I have been sent a new one immediately. That is how a customer service should work. Well done.

My timer was almost ruined when the batteries provided leaked battery acid into the chamber. I suggest removing the batteries provided and replacing them with a better brand as other reviewers mentioned the same problem with battery acid leakage. (I used a Qtip dipped in rubbing alcohol and gently cleaned the battery terminals. I let the chamber dry for 10 minutes or so and replaced the old batteries with new . Fortunately, the timer began to function again)

We think this is a good product, however very disappointed that the batteries were leaking ...Was this one perhaps old stock? The two batteries were still in the shrink wrapped and had made a bit of a mess.Once we located and installed fresh new batteries everything is functioning well.

Easy to figure out and appears to by made in North America somewhere