Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Yeah, yeah, I know. How much effort can it save when you can set the timer on your stove nearly as fast? But this thing is uber-cool. Just turn it so the desired time is facing up and it begins to flash and you're off. The complaints are minor: 1) It's never easy to see the LCD window that shows you how long you've got since it's a) small and b) always in an awkward position. 2) The alarm sounds just like my alarm clock. That's never good. As soon as you pick it up you realize how it works: There's a metal ball bearing inside that makes contact with two points and begins a preset timer based on which side is up. It's simple and absolutely brilliant and makes everything from cooking to laundry just a little easier. -Doug