STATUS Timer Switch | 7 Day Digital Timer Light Switch | White UK Plug | S7DDT2

As the photograph demonstrates, I've purchased several of these timers recently!To be clear, I also use smart plugs to control and automate lamps around the house, but I find that the digital timers are much more reliable and robust in certain uses. They're also very easy to set up and operate and I've never had one that failed.The timer can be set up to switch on and off several times each day, and it can be set to do different things on different days, or run different programmes depending on whether it's the weekend, or a week day. There's also a 'random' setting, so the timer gives a better impression of an occupied property, rather than just a predictable on / off pattern.This is not a 'smart' plug, so it can't be controlled remotely and it doesn't have the ability to monitor sunrise or sunset timings, but it does have the advantage of being able to operate reliably without a wifi signal. I regularly use mine outdoors, particularly at Christmas, and provided they are kept dry they have never let me down no matter what the temperature - the old 'clock' timers have a habit of failing in frosty conditions but it's never been a problem with these digital timers.To be fair, the screen on these timers is small and it is not easy to read in low light, but the solid construction and reliability outweigh this minor issue. £7.00 a pop at time of purchase is also a very reasonable price compared with many of the more sophisticated but temperamental 'smart' timers out there.

The display symbols for on/off, day of week, etc. are tiny. If you use glasses for reading, you will need strong ones to set the timer.Tip… write down your on/off times, it helps when setting the timer.Mine is on for most of the 24 hours, with only a brief “time” off. A simple 24 hour electro mechanical timer with the metal pins for setting on/off is much easier to use, but this one adds the ability to have different settings each day and is both cheaper and quieter than those old rotary clock ones.The battery is NiMh and “not user replaceable”, although it looks easy enough to open the case with a suitable type of security screwdriver.Excellent value and quiet in use.

This is an excellent time switch - if used correctly!It does actually keep perfect time, which is great.Those complaining about the lack of a marker should look for the clear pointer, shown in the advertising photo around 17.00. It was very clear to me, even with my 60 odd year old eyes!Those complaining about a lack of instructions! - Push the tabs away from you (towards the timer body) when facing the timer to mark 'ON' times and pull tabs towards you (away from the timer) to mark 'OFF' times.There may be a struggle to set time markers when they are right next to the time pointer - to do this just rotate the dial a little then set to the correct time again when complete.Those complaining that this timer stops switching - watch out for the power handling ability of this time switch.It will switch a maximum of "480 Watts of inductive load"."Inductive loads" are things that have motors, fans, coils etc in them, like washing machines, tumble dryers and some heaters.So no hooking up to fan heaters that are over this 480 Watts or you'll burn/weld the contacts inside the timer, causing the switching to fail. This is normal for these sort of timers - not a fault with it!The timer has a handy switch on the side which bypasses the timing mechanism and makes the output 'ON' until switched back by the user. The timer obviously keeps perfect time whilst this switch is in either position.The switch relies on mains power for timing operation, there is no back up if mains is not present, so the timer will need adjusting to the correct time again in the event of a power cut.This is a no nonsense, reliable timer, provided it is used correctly.I simply wanted this to switch several sets of Christmas lights (via a mains extension panel) and it has worked flawlessly for me.Thoroughly recommend - great price too!

Nice and compact, works great when you dont want something on all the time, using mine on my pool filter, great value

I bought this as it looked very similar to others which I have already. Sadly the display is smaller and much harder to read without a magnifying glass. If you want to set it to do the same programmes every day you have to select 'week' specifically for each and every one - you can't set it by default. The timer hour/mins setting only works in one direction - if you go too far you have to go all the way round again, you can't simply move backwards (as with my older models). But if you just want to set it all up and then leave it unchanged for week after week etc than it should be OK, so not too bad for the price.

Been using this for several weeks now for our living room lamp and very pleased indeed. I read some reviews saying the display is too small and instructions not easy to follow. I think it comes down to the individual, what you’re familiar/comfortable with, and where the timer is being used. The programming instructions are quite similar to the typical timers for setting water heating times, which I’m used to, so for me personally I had no issues and actually found the display more than good enough. Would happily recommend and buy again.Make sure you do actually follow the instructions step by step, including charging up the backup battery first. I suspect some people don’t and that’s why they’ve experienced the odd issue. It’s still turning on and off and keeping time perfectly.

It functions fine but doesn’t keep time good, i am always resting the time