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Pros & Cons
Pros
Aube brand timer(s) is the only available timer which when programmed will start at dusk and turn off at a preset hour. Works well on an extension cord instead of the timer plugging directly into the outlet. Another benefit is the freeze-heater progra... Read More
This one feels much more solidly made. Works great. Hands down. It is awesome.
Although a little pricey, this product is well built and works really well. Despite the somewhat bulky design of the unit, it does a great job. Would highly recommend these timers.
Timers built in to the low voltage transformers. We live in an area that has frequent power outages and we were always haviung to reset the timers. Even in the dead of winter with christmas lights.
This was written in december, 2011. No issues since. I'm sure they will show up before next fall. nov 2013. december 2013.
Cons
The instructions are not that detailed and the function key is confusing at best. Since the timer will lose it's setting when not powered, you're inclined to leave it plugged in for that reason alone. I know this because i had it set at 38 degrees f a... Read More
Highlights
Quality
The product works great and has more features than i need.
It feels quality unlike many of the cheap mechanical timers.
Most timers waste electricity and my time, moving the trip levers as the sunrise and sunset changes with the season.
Per the user manual that comes with the item: caution: do not use the timer for temperature control applications.
Competitiveness
Rugged and flexible design from a reputable manufacturer.
I use this to schedule a reboot for my pos at&t u-verse router.
Overview
- How are reviewers describing this item?
easy, great, set, outside and plugged. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 104 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 15 2022.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Most timers waste electricity and my time moving the trip levers as the sunrise and sunset changes with the season
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Durability is unknown at this time
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The timer is outdoors on the east side of the building exposed to snow rain and temperatures of 28 to 103 f during the year
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
This timer works well on an extension cord but not when plugged into a wall socket
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The problem is that the plug ground prong orientation forces the light sensor to face into the wall when plugged directly into the wall socket
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Then i forgot that one has to push the on button after programming
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
That one only worked for a month and was not returnable
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Pay careful attention to all sections of the product description as the temperature threshold feature is only for cold weather applications
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