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Monsin Sand Timer, Hourglass Sand Timers Colorful

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About Monsin Sand Timer, Hourglass Sand Timers Colorful
81% were impressed with the accuracy, but 19% weren't
I tested the accuracy of the timer and found it to be precise.
The 10 and 15 minute timers were off by more than 4 minutes each.
I ran an electronic timer against the timer and found that it is missing 7 or 8 seconds worth of sand.
The sand often gets caught in the hour timer and stops it. Other timers may be off by 30 seconds to 2 minutes, making them inaccurate.
69% appreciated the long battery life, though 31% didn't
I used the 3 minute hourglass and was able to complete my math homework in 2 minutes with a whole minute to spare.
When the toddler threw the timer, the glass shattered and sand and glass went everywhere, indicating that the battery life is not good enough to withstand rough handling.
I have noticed that the timer stops at random times, indicating a problem with its battery life.
86% liked the customization options, but 14% found them limited
I love that my kids can choose their quiet time duration without any arguments.
I suggest adding a way to distinguish the top and bottom of the timers, as I sometimes forget which way is up when restarting them.
78% liked the clear display
I bought these timers because they are quiet, not a distraction to others and an easy visual reference for my son.
The timers worked great. The kids loved choosing how long they can be in their room for quiet time, and they did it without a fight.
84% praised the durability, while 16% found it fragile
The timer body is durable as it is made of glass.
I appreciate the durability of the timers, especially the rubber bases that prevent accidental knocking.
I noticed that sand regularly gets caught in the hour timer and stops it, indicating that the timer is not durable. The hour timer is not durable as sand regularly gets caught in it and stops it.
I have noticed that the 30 minute timer has a thin neck which causes the sand to get stuck and trying to dislodge the stuck sand will cause the glass to break. This issue is specific to the 30 minute timer and not the other timers. Rephrased: The 30 minute timer has a thin neck which causes the sand to get stuck and trying to dislodge it will cause the glass to break. This issue is specific to this timer only.
86% found it easy to use
The sand timer helps me conceptualize time.
I purchased the hourglass timers because I did not want my child to develop anxiety over seconds and minutes. It's a fun and relaxing way to use a timer.
After using the 3 minute hourglass, I was able to complete my math homework in 2 minutes with a whole minute to spare, indicating that it was easy to use and effective.
The rubber bases and proportions of the timers make it difficult to knock them over accidentally, which is a great feature.
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79% liked the portability, but 21% found it bulky
When the toddler threw the timer, it shattered the glass and spread sand and glass everywhere. This shows that the timer cannot withstand rough handling and is not portable enough.
68% appreciated the loud alarm, but 32% faced issues
I checked the timer against an electronic timer and found it missing 7 or 8 seconds worth of sand.

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