We compared two digital kitchen timers: the VOCOO Magnetic Digital Kitchen Timer and the TempPro TM01 Digital Kitchen Timer.
What we looked at
Display, time range, volume control, mounting, and price.
The verdict
If you want a round, magnetic timer with count-up and countdown and two brightness levels, the VOCOO is the pick at £13.99. If you would rather save £4.00 on a timer with a backlit LCD, adjustable volume, a clock mode and a stand plus magnet, the TempPro TM01 is the alternative, at £9.99.
A £13.99 round magnetic timer with countdown to 99:55 and count-up.
A £9.99 timer up to 99h59m59s with backlit LCD and adjustable volume.
VOCOO Magnetic Digital Kitchen Timer — Magnetic Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a magnetic digital kitchen timer with a countdown up to 99:55 and a count-up function, two brightness levels and one-key rotate. Carries 4.4 stars from 7.3K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Magnetic back for sticking to a fridge or oven hood
- Countdown and count-up functions
- Two brightness levels
- Large review history on this listing (7.3K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Costs £4.00 more than the TempPro on these listings
- Countdown listed up to 99:55, shorter than the TempPro's 99h59m59s
- Lower star rating than the TempPro (4.4 vs 4.7)
Best for
- Buyers who want a magnetic timer on the fridge
- Anyone who likes a round, minimal design
- Those who want adjustable brightness
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a long-duration timer
- Anyone who wants adjustable volume
TempPro TM01 Digital Kitchen Timer — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a digital timer that counts up to 99 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds, with a backlit LCD, adjustable volume, a clock mode, and a stand plus magnet. Carries 4.7 stars from 4.3K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the VOCOO on these listings, at £9.99
- Time range up to 99h59m59s
- Backlit LCD and adjustable volume
- Higher star rating than the VOCOO (4.7 vs 4.4)
Worth knowing
- Traditional button layout rather than the VOCOO's one-key rotate
- Smaller review history than the VOCOO (4.3K vs 7.3K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants adjustable volume
- Those who need long timing durations
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a round, minimal timer
- Anyone who wants two brightness levels
