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Marathon by Timex Full Size Watch
Last Updated: April 20, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.8
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/10
Total Reviews
999
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1.69 meters
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Price
74watch, beat, quality, good, value
+97%
-3%
" ... The quality is really great for the price . ... "
" ... Not bad at all for 10 bucks. ... "
" ... For the money, you can't beat this . ... "
" ... Can't beat the price of $15! ... "
" ... I shopped for inexpensive and affordable and all I got was cheap. ... "
" ... Great watch for the price. ... "
" ... Great watch for the price. ... "
" ... For the price, it's a hard watch to beat. ... "
Band
60watch, wrist, strap, comfortable, watches
+42%
-58%
" ... The only think is the wrist band will break after ~2 years. ... "
" ... The band broke as soon as I got it out of the box. ... "
" ... The buckle came off. ... "
" ... just the wrist band color didn't stay clean. ... "
" ... Band broke within 1 month. ... "
" ... Watch okay but band broke after three months haven't worn it since. ... "
" ... Necesito the watch band para el 1ero q compré. ... "
" ... The band broke after a year and half. ... "
Ease of Use
50easy to read, easy to set, set, instructions, simple
+72%
-28%
" ... Also like the large, easy read face. ... "
" ... Easy to program, easy to use ... "
" ... Nice big dial, easy to see. ... "
" ... The functions are easy to manage and it serves its purpose very effectively. ... "
" ... Easy to set functions ... "
" ... Not too big or small and very easy to use. ... "
" ... I luv this just the right size and easy to set and see ... "
" ... Works well, and is easy to read. ... "
Comfort
37watch, wrist, band, wear, strap
+73%
-27%
" ... It's good, got it for my nephew at least a month ago and he wears it everyday ... "
" ... And to be honest, it's more comfortable to look at my watch that way instead of trying to hold it directly facing me. ... "
" ... Its comfortable n it doesnt irritate my hand, neither its too heavy. ... "
" ... Awesome watch if you’re looking for cheap but still looks nice and pretty comfortable. ... "
" ... These days, manufacturers seem to be adding gargoyles to your wrist in the attempt to wrest a few more dollars or eyeballs our of a basic product that just needs to work right and not cost much. ... "
" ... My watches take a beating and for the money this one has held up very well. ... "
" ... The band is comfortable. ... "
" ... Basic functions, comfortable strap. ... "
Build Quality
35band, plastic, durable, strap, broke
+63%
-37%
" ... And its also very durable. ... "
" ... I shopped for inexpensive and affordable and all I got was cheap. ... "
" ... it's designed like a belt buckle, with holes and a tongue, and a sliding loop to hold the end of the strap in place. ... "
" ... I've had several of these watches and have never had a problem except that over the course of several years of rugged use the face becomes so scratched up it become more difficult to see the numbers. ... "
" ... Just what I was looking for, easy to see number, pretty durable accidentally bang it hard a couple times and it held up nice. ... "
" ... My watches take a beating and for the money this one has held up very well. ... Most watches I have had over the last 10 years have their bezel break pretty easily. ... This one has held up for multiple years with hardly a scratch. ... "
" ... This Timex, however, uses what feels like a real glass and so far it is still in perfect condition with no nicks of scratches. ... But when I use less effort and hold my watch at a forty-five degree angle to my face it's very sharp. ... "
" ... Easy to read, simple to use, cheap enough that I'm not worried that it might break. ... "
Product Reliability
34working, watch, years, year, weeks
+44%
-56%
" ... This watch died in four weeks. ... "
" ... Stopped working after 4 months. ... "
" ... - both watches quit working after 6 months of use each. ... "
" ... In the first case, and Ironman, the watch lasted 9 months, so I didn't really complain given the price. ... "
" ... After about 2 months of using this watch, I woke up one night and my indiglo stopped working. ... Overall I was very happy with this watch in the beginning but if it can’t last 3 months it’s not worth it. ... "
" ... Worked great for about 8 months until this week when it just stopped. ... "
" ... Lasted a few weeks before it got water on the inside and stopped working. ... "
" ... It was stuck on the time so it was ok but then it got stuck on the date so it's completely useless now. ... "
Design
33looks, look, plastic, good looking, timex
+97%
-3%
" ... If you want a basic good looking watch this is it. ... "
" ... I'm giving it five stars because of how slick it looks and how nice it came. ... "
" ... The way it looks ... "
" ... In real life this watch looks slightly different. ... "
" ... It's rugged while still being stylish. ... "
" ... - simple, straight forward design. ... "
" ... Like its look and function. ... "
" ... Its looks awesome ... "
Display Clarity
26large, watch, screen, bright, read
+88%
-12%
" ... One reviewer said its display was dark. ... - 24 and 12 hour display ... "
" ... I like the large numbers and day/date display. ... "
" ... I like the look and the Indiglo backlight. ... "
" ... It has a large display that's easy to read with a glance. ... "
" ... Also it is very easy on the eyes with it's large display. ... "
" ... Large display easy to read. ... "
" ... Pretty solidly built, display is nice and clear, Functions are limited, but just enough. ... "
" ... Nice large display. ... "
Controls
23button, watch, press, stop, start
+26%
-74%
" ... Unable to silence the beeps when pressing the function buttons . ... and as of today (3 months after purchase), none of the function buttons work anymore. ... "
" ... You have to hit so many buttons in such a strange order, LOL! ... "
" ... Opened up the packaging and discovered the buttons didn't work. ... "
" ... When I hit the "set" button, the only thing that comes up is the year, 2015. ... "
" ... Had it 2 weeks and already lost one of the set buttons. ... "
" ... I got this watch and less than a month in the buttons broke. ... "
" ... because the set button no longer works. ... "
" ... No buttons generate any change in the face. ... "
Water Resistance
23water, watch, shower, water resistant, time
+74%
-26%
" ... It's easy to read, easy to program, and has survived several showers. ... "
" ... Love the large time display and the water resistance ... "
" ... I with in a kitchen and needed a reliable, waterproof watch. ... "
" ... Works well as I bought it for a beach watch. ... "
" ... Haven't tested the water resistant feature, but I like the large screen and the indigo light. ... "
" ... Once a week I go to swimming. ... It is waterproof. ... But currently it is waterproof. ... "
" ... I wanted a watch that was water proof, good for wearing when active, and can take a hit or two and be fine. ... "
" ... Wear it in the shower with no problems either, it really is waterproof. ... "
User Manual
21watch, manual, set, setting, timex website
+5%
-95%
" ... I had to Google the instructions to find out how to set the time. ... "
" ... I spend a few extra dollars and bought this time x because it would have English instructions. ... "
" ... Only complaint is it would be better with instructions. ... "
" ... No problem, I simply went on line typed in the make and model and got instructions. ... "
" ... OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOT IN ENGLISH!!!!!!! ... "
" ... Only problem was there werent any instructions with the watch on how to set it. ... "
" ... In my mind (admittedly from an earlier era) there's no excuse for not including instructions. ... "
" ... Item came with NO instructions. ... "
Setup
18watch, set, setup, setting, easy to set
+28%
-72%
" ... None of the instructions I could find on-line worked. ... "
" ... I had to Google the instructions to find out how to set the time. ... "
" ... Only complaint is it would be better with instructions. ... "
" ... No problem, I simply went on line typed in the make and model and got instructions. ... "
" ... Only problem is that it did not come with Instructions on how to set and adjust! ... "
" ... Only problem was there werent any instructions with the watch on how to set it. ... "
" ... No instructions included - Instructions that I was directed to on line didn't match the configuration of the watch I was sent. ... "
" ... Item came with NO instructions. ... "
Features
17light, feature, watch, functions, timer
+82%
-18%
" ... Just as expected and with the necessary features you would need. ... "
" ... Simple watch with basic functions. ... "
" ... I love the light feature for night time, its come in handy quite a few times. ... "
" ... Excellent in all features. ... "
" ... Simple watch with all the essential functions. ... "
" ... Features day, date, month, year and alarm, in addition to to screen for second time zone, among other features. ... "
" ... My favorite feature of the watch is that it’s super light! ... "
" ... Great for running, has basic yet useful features. ... "
For Kids
14watch, loves, bought, present, likes
+93%
-7%
" ... I know this watch made his Christmas! ... "
" ... Nice upgrade for my teenage son who likes this type of watch. ... "
" ... We ordered two of these as gifts for son and grandson. ... "
" ... Cheap but it's a timed keeps great time and I got it for my kids Christmas ... "
" ... Bought for sons birthday ... "
" ... My daughter needed a watch. ... "
" ... Son loves the look/style and ease of using this watch ... "
" ... He absolutely loves it! ... "
Marketplace
13described, exactly, amazon, timex, returned
+69%
-31%
" ... This watch is exactly as described. ... "
" ... As described, nice watch. ... "
" ... It's exactly as expected. ... "
" ... You can see it from my attached photos. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Received on time. ... Actually looked better than expected. ... "
" ... The bezel does not look as good as in the picture, all else is fine. ... "
" ... Thank God for the comments! ... "
Clock
10stopwatch, time, clock, watch, timer
+80%
-20%
" ... does what it's supposed to do: tells time, has a stopwatch, has an alarm. ... "
" ... The watch is my daily alarm, timekeeper and running partner. ... "
" ... Provides alarm and timer functions when needed. ... "
" ... It's my everyday work watch that keeps perfect time and has nice alarm and stop watch feature. ... "
" ... Easy to set time, alarm, stopwatch. ... "
" ... Stopwatch/ alarm/ waterproof. ... "
" ... Great alarm features and stopwatch. ... "
" ... It's easy to operate the settings for time, date, alarm and stopwatch. ... "
Color
9orange, colors, watch, timex, looking
+100%
" ... The contrasting colors make it easy to find when I mindlessly leave it in random places ... "
" ... The display is clear, large, and has great contrast. ... "
" ... The size is perfect, colors are good. ... "
" ... Orange is my son's fav color so this was good at first . ... "
" ... However, I am still using my older Timex watch (have had it for a couple of years now, was just looking for a new color) and I absolutely love it. ... "
" ... He especially likes the big display, and colors. ... "
" ... I love the big face and bright orange color. ... "
As Gift
8bought, christmas, son, gave, watch
+100%
" ... Bought for sons birthday ... "
" ... I gave to someone as a gift. ... "
" ... Gift for husband. ... "
" ... We ordered two of these as gifts for son and grandson. ... "
" ... I know this watch made his Christmas! ... "
" ... Bought for a Christmas gift for wear as an everyday work watch. ... "
" ... I bought as a gift the person loves it ... "
Returns
8someone, past, else, back, 3
+25%
-75%
" ... The cost to return the watch will be more than the refund. ... "
" ... They would send it back in 3 weeks or so. ... "
" ... Disappointed -3 stars. ... "
" ... Did I get a brand new watch or a broken one someone else returned? ... If I return it, will someone else get a turn with it. ... I could hit it with a hammer before returning. ... "
" ... Had to return it. ... "
" ... box and when i did it was dead and past 90 day return. ... "
Product As Described
8described, exactly, picture, exactly as advertised, bezel
+100%
" ... This watch is exactly as described. ... "
" ... As described, nice watch. ... "
" ... It's exactly as expected. ... "
" ... You can see it from my attached photos. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Actually looked better than expected. ... "
" ... The bezel does not look as good as in the picture, all else is fine. ... "
Fit
8strap, place, pin, fits, watches
+75%
-25%
" ... it's designed like a belt buckle, with holes and a tongue, and a sliding loop to hold the end of the strap in place. ... "
" ... This fit the bill. ... "
" ... This fit the bill and met all my expectations! ... "
" ... My watches take a beating and for the money this one has held up very well. ... "
" ... A bit bigger than I had expected but it fits fine. ... "
" ... Fits the bill. ... "
Battery Life
8watch, dead, replacing, first, years
+25%
-75%
" ... And the battery is more expensive than the watch. ... "
" ... UPDATE: after 2.5 months of use 2 or 3 times a week (at most) the battery failed. ... "
" ... After this while using it daily, it broke, the light doesnt work its kind of the battery got discharged but the watch is working fine, im thinking in replacing the battery and check if thats the problem, even if it is the problem it cant be that i got a new watch and after 2 weeks it got discharged, so im thinking they send me an old one, im putting the pic of the watch in dark to check how it doesnt work for me. ... After changing the battery, it keeps with the light broken, so its a hate it completly, DO NOT BUY THIS WATCH!!! ... "
" ... arrived with a dead battery . ... "
" ... Battery was dead upon arrival! ... "
" ... Even after changing the battery it still doesn't work. ... "
For Running
7gym, running, good, wear, watches
+100%
" ... Take it on runs . ... "
" ... I needed a watch for the gym just to keep track of rest lengths and duration of exercises. ... "
" ... Nice everyday watch for wearing to the gym and being active. ... "
" ... Other than that it’s a good running watch! ... "
" ... Good running watch. ... "
" ... great work and running watch. ... "
" ... All of the Timex (Ironman Triathlon, Marathon) are great watches. ... "
Overall performance
6works, well
+83%
-17%
" ... Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done well. ... "
" ... Fantistic cheap watch that does the job. ... "
" ... Works well on the job. ... "
" ... overall happy with the watch's performance. ... "
" ... Hard to complain and works great! ... "
Delivery
6packaged, timely, shipping, packing, manner
+83%
-17%
" ... Arrived quick an was what I was looking for. ... "
" ... Well this arrived in a timely manner and was packaged well. ... "
" ... They arrived very quickly and were well packaged. ... "
" ... Delivered earlier than expected. ... "
" ... Received on time. ... "
Display Size
5large, screen, nice, eyes
+100%
" ... Screen is a perfect size ... "
" ... Nice big display ... "
" ... I love the large display. ... "
" ... Also it is very easy on the eyes with it's large display. ... "
" ... Nice large display. ... "
Device Compatibility
5works, need, work, watches
+60%
-40%
" ... Watch works great. ... "
" ... My husband's favorite watch. ... "
" ... Awesome watch works great. ... "
Size
5little, larger, fits, easy to set, bill
+100%
" ... I luv this just the right size and easy to set and see ... "
" ... Keep this handy. ... "
" ... It's for men, so larger than what I wanted, but I have been using it. ... "
" ... A fricking sundial is more convenient! ... "
" ... Fits the bill. ... "
Keyboard
4indiglo
+50%
-50%
" ... Also, the backlight doesn't work . ... "
Cleaning
3still, water resistant, time, gets, easy
+67%
-33%
" ... Easy clean off, water resistant, has day, date, time. ... "
" ... He has worked some pretty dirty jobs in all kinds of weather and it's still ticking! ... "
Lens
3like
+33%
-67%
" ... The only thing to wear off was the white dots and words around the clock lens. ... "
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Body
Size: 1.69 meters