Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I was not sure about ordering this clock as there was only one review of it, but I just received this clock and so far it is great. It was easy to set, the temperature reading was accurate to 0.5 degrees F (when compared to a calibrated source), the back light is even and the right brightness, and the alarm is the right volume for me (but might be quiet for some). Other things I like are it takes a standard AAA battery, it is very stable when unfolded, the display is readable from all angles with the light on (REVISED--see below) and off, and it folds to protect the screen when traveling. There are no beeps when the buttons are pushed like another popular clock. The side buttons are not covered by the folding case but I don't think they will move when traveling. Two complaints when folded: it does not snap in place (but is spring loaded in place) and seems a bit weak and wobbly at the folding pivot point, and the light button is still exposed and active, and can easily be pushed when packed away for travel--if this happens, the battery would wear out quickly (thus only 4 stars). Overall, much better than most of the others I read about. After I use it on a couple of trips, I'll revisit my review and updated it if necessary. UPDATE: This appears to be the identical electronics as the Brookstone travel clock I was replacing (it never returned from a Caribbean trip--not sure what happened to it!) Compared to the Brookstone clock: - The Brookstone clock snapped closed (more secure). I added a bit of Velcro to this clock to ensure it stays closed when folded - This one is easier to set time/alarm than the Brookstone one (don't have to remove the battery cover) - For both, the snooze/light control is still active and can be accidentally hit when folded - When unfolded, this one is more stable - Both are difficult to read when the light is on in the dark when viewed straight on or from below (like from a nightstand) - The alarm volume and sound is identical for both Overall I still like it--best one I've found so far.