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RCA Digital Alarm Clock with Large 1 4 Display
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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/10
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998
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Clock
247alarm, loud, wake, basic, clocks
+72%
-28%
" ... The alarm sound is really shrill, but the clock works well and wakes me up fine. ... "
" ... For a small alarm clock, this has the biggest sized number display of all my digital alarm clocks. ... "
" ... A nice, simple radio with alarm. ... "
" ... It's easy and simple to set up the time and alarm. ... "
" ... Good alarm clock. ... "
" ... Simple alarm clock that works perfectly! ... "
" ... Otherwise a nice clock. ... "
" ... This alarm clock is great. ... "
Ease of Use
113simple, easy to read, easy to use, easy, easy to see
+97%
-3%
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to set. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... The numbers are very easy to see. ... "
" ... Since the clock is easy to set I'm willing to live without that feature. ... "
" ... It is simple. ... "
" ... Simple to use and set up. ... Easy to read from across the room. ... Don't have to be an engineer to operate it. ... "
" ... VERY user friendly, and dimming the light is great too. ... "
Display Clarity
88bright, large, clock, numbers, dim
+86%
-14%
" ... A small clock with a clear display. ... "
" ... Not too much bright. ... "
" ... Bright enough for viewing in daylight but not too bright for bedside use at night. ... "
" ... If you need a basic clock with a good size display, this is it. ... "
" ... And I love that you can change the brightness. ... "
" ... I love the size of the numbers, it's VERY easy to program and you can dim the brightness. ... "
" ... Not too expensive, small and doesn't take up a lot of space, AND large display. ... "
" ... Bright and easy to read. ... "
Capacity
58across the room, bedroom, see, clock, large
+95%
-5%
" ... It's used in a guest room. ... "
" ... Bought one for every bedroom in the house. ... "
" ... The night light is great and will light up the room. ... "
" ... Easy to read from across the room. ... "
" ... Bought 4 for my vacation/rental property. ... "
" ... Its big enough to see across my room on the low setting 24/7. ... "
" ... Allows my husband to see the time from across the room. ... "
" ... Perfect for my guest bedroom. ... "
Product Reliability
57months, month, weeks, minutes, stopped working
+32%
-68%
" ... Every month or so I have to set the time, they lose 2-3 minutes every month. ... "
" ... Just stopped working entirely. ... "
" ... I thought it worked fine but this week (Dec 2017) it just shut off ... "
" ... This hunk of junk didnt even last 24 hours before it malfunctioned. ... "
" ... broke after 1 year. ... "
" ... It hardly works when not plagued. ... "
" ... We have had this clock for a little over 2 weeks. ... "
" ... Broke within two months. ... "
Volume
56alarm, volume, clock, across the room, room
+39%
-61%
" ... Alarm is too loud. ... "
" ... This is a great alarm clock, but beware, it is absurdly loud. ... "
" ... It's loud. ... It's really loud. ... Really, really loud. ... "
" ... One thing that took some getting used to is that it's VERY loud . ... "
" ... There is no volume control that would allow you to turn the volume down. ... "
" ... This is so very, very bright, and so very, very loud. ... But the volume . ... If you want a very bright, very loud alarm clock, this is for you. ... "
" ... However, the volume is so loud. ... "
" ... It's very loud! ... "
Controls
55buttons, clock, button, switch, volume control
+42%
-58%
" ... I love the clock, big numbers, but the alarm button came broken and it`s to late to return it so I am out of luck! ... "
" ... I cannot see the back of the clock to program it clearly. ... The back of the clock is black and so are the time set and alarm set buttons. ... "
" ... Switch to turn off alarm is small and fiddly. ... "
" ... Who the heck puts the off switch to the alarm on the BACK of a clock and makes it so tiny it's impossible to find in the dark. ... "
" ... Not a fan of the tall display and the snooze button is difficult to find when I am 1/2 asleep and it's dark still. ... "
" ... Biggest problem however is that the alarm has no volume control. ... "
" ... No volume control for the alarm. ... "
" ... When you go to set the alarm or change the time the buttons for hour and min are completely unresponsive. ... "
Price
52money, clock, beat the price, waste of money, waste
+85%
-15%
" ... Worth more then the price tag for sure. ... "
" ... It's a clock, keeps time, Good product for the price ... "
" ... good for the price ... "
" ... It works well, and a nice price. ... "
" ... wonderful best for your money ... "
" ... A great deal at this price. ... "
" ... Can't beat the price. ... "
" ... Less than 9 bucks. ... "
Battery Life
43backup, clock, power, alarm, electric
+42%
-58%
" ... Also the battery back-up did not work on my clock. ... "
" ... Battery backup did not work and the front face of the clock was scuffed up like it had been used before. ... "
" ... This clock does not work with a 9 v battery and I can’t return it!! ... "
" ... The battery don’t work with it ... "
" ... This product does not mention it must use electric power, not battery. ... "
" ... Backup 9V battery was put in and it doesn't power the clock, so when unplugged with the battery in it, there is no power backup as advertised. ... "
" ... At first it worked, although the clock seemed to gain a minute or so for each hour on battery. ... Now the battery backup doesn't work even after switching to a new battery. ... "
" ... I installed a new 9volt battery. ... "
Size
41perfect, small, small footprint, compact, numbers
+98%
-2%
" ... Nice large numbers. ... "
" ... Small and compact. ... "
" ... Small and compact . ... "
" ... The clock itself: small and perfect sized. ... But it’s a perfect size. ... "
" ... Love the size for a small nightstand. ... "
" ... Good size numbers. ... "
" ... Perfect size for where it is placed. ... "
" ... Perfect size, easy to read. ... "
Marketplace
35works as expected, described, works, thanks, exactly as described
+69%
-31%
" ... Looks exactly like it's presented in the picture. ... "
" ... Excellent product and great seller. ... "
" ... Otherwise works perfect as described. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... as described, great product ... "
" ... Just what I needed, thanks. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... thank -thank you ... "
Returns
32item, returned, amazon, refund, tried to return
+6%
-94%
" ... Its appearance was so ugly that I had to return the product. ... "
" ... Returning for a refund. ... "
" ... Will be returning. ... "
" ... I would return all 3 of them if I could. ... "
" ... Useless now wish I could return it ... "
" ... Not eligible for return. ... "
" ... I received this 6 days ago and now it says that this item cannot be returned. ... "
" ... Going to try one again and it does it again send back. ... "
Night Photography
29light, see, see at night, numbers, easy to see
+97%
-3%
" ... The green LED is bright enough to see at night but not so bright as to keep you up. ... "
" ... Love that there is a night light. ... "
" ... Bright enough for viewing in daylight but not too bright for bedside use at night. ... "
" ... The night light is great and will light up the room. ... "
" ... Love the night light because I don't have to strain to see the time at night. ... "
" ... The light is just the right brightness for both day and night! ... "
" ... Easy to see at night . ... "
" ... One can see it easily in day or night. ... "
Setup
26set, simple, easy, alarm, time
+96%
-4%
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to set. ... "
" ... Took a second to figure out how to set alarm so it works in am but all good now and easy to use once you understand how it works. ... "
" ... Simple to use and set up. ... "
" ... Simple, reliable, familiar ... "
" ... Easy to set. ... "
" ... Easy to setup ... "
" ... Easy to set. ... "
Features
26numbers, red, alarm, green, led
+88%
-12%
" ... This alarm has a nice feature, you turn on the switch and it has a night light on top. ... "
" ... If you are looking for a easy to set up and basic alarm clock that is easy to read with just the perfect light . ... "
" ... It's a no-frills, basic little clock which is what we wanted. ... "
" ... I wanted an alarm clock that didn’t take up much space or have a ton of options/switches/modes. ... "
" ... The display is great and night light feature is added bonus. ... "
" ... We would have preferred a truer green LED. ... "
" ... 2 alarm settings and USB for the phone are an added feature. ... "
" ... The green light is much less noticeable in a dark room than the red light I had on my old clock. ... "
Overall performance
25works, well, done, simple, gets the job
+96%
-4%
" ... does the job well. ... "
" ... Does the trick! ... "
" ... Simple and efficient, does the job. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... Simple and gets the job done. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
Design
22numbers, green, looks, soft, looked
+77%
-23%
" ... Looks very durable. ... "
" ... I had owned 2 of these previously and when we moved into our new place, I decided on a more modern style. ... "
" ... I like that it's small, so it doesn't take up a lot of space on my night stand, it's a soft glow at night, but very readable ... "
" ... Doesn’t emit too much light and the nightlight is cute, especially if it’s up against a white wall where it can reflect a bit. ... "
" ... Would prefer blue instead of red digits, but, it works well and was very affordable. ... "
" ... Perfect look, great price ... "
" ... We looked really hard for a clock like this--small without bells and whistles we don't need or want. ... "
" ... like it a lot better with green than my old clock with red ... "
Sound Quality
20alarm, noise, loud, alarm clock, sleep
+30%
-70%
" ... When plugged in, it makes a constant, low buzzing sound. ... "
" ... If you want a very bright, very loud alarm clock, this is for you. ... "
" ... No sound adjustment is the biggest downfall. ... "
" ... It has very annoying buzzing sound. ... "
" ... The alarm is the most terrible grating sound, and doesn't start quietly and get louder. ... "
" ... Alarm sounds awful. ... "
" ... very alarming sound . ... "
" ... Worse sounding alarm ever. ... "
Power Consumption
19clock, backup, supply, goes, electricity
+42%
-58%
" ... To make sure that my alarm clock works during a power outage, I power it through an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). ... "
" ... Backup 9V battery was put in and it doesn't power the clock, so when unplugged with the battery in it, there is no power backup as advertised. ... "
" ... I turn off the power and see the usual blinking 12:00. ... "
" ... If power goes out, it will not maintain the time. ... "
" ... There is no electricity outlet near my bed . ... "
" ... The reset after power failure did not work after long power disruption ... "
" ... But the whole reason for it was so that when the power went out we'd still have the correct time. ... "
" ... don't buy this item if you don't have 110v and 60hz power supply in your household. ... it malfunctions when power supply conditions especially power frequency is different than 60hz. ... "
Product As Described
17described, works, exactly as described, picture, looks
+88%
-12%
" ... Looks exactly like it's presented in the picture. ... "
" ... Otherwise works perfect as described. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... as described, great product ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Works great, as advertised!! ... "
" ... Exactly as described, thank you! ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
Delivery
17received, shipping, package, early, delivery
+82%
-18%
" ... Arrived promptly and was exactly as expected ... "
" ... I like that it's not a big clunky box. ... "
" ... Works well arrived early Thank you. ... "
" ... Delivered super quick. ... "
" ... This product arrived quickly and was just as advertised. ... "
" ... It came early as well, which was great. ... "
" ... Great shipping and a overall quality product. ... "
" ... My first experience with the new Amazon delivery service. ... A nice lady put the package in my hand a little before 10 am on the day it was promised. ... "
Cables
15cable box, cable, clock, boxes, got rid
+67%
-33%
" ... And I like that there is a USB charging port to reduce wire clutter on my nightstand. ... "
" ... I got this to put in the stand under tv where cable box was ... probably could have gotten the smaller one but wanted wired power cord. ... "
" ... Thank you RCA! ... "
" ... Love my clocks, I purchased two after getting rid of my old Spectrum/TW Cable boxes and replacing them with the AT&T boxes that does not show time. ... "
" ... The alarm is loud enough and it's electric with long enough cord. ... "
" ... Got this because when I kicked time Warner/spectrum cable to the curb and got Direct TV ... "
" ... Since cancelling the cable, no cable box to tell us the time. ... "
" ... Firstly, Comcast got rid of their cable boxes with clocks on them, which I used as a bedside clock. ... "
For Kids
14young, son, school, kids, get
+100%
" ... Great formy kids. ... "
" ... (She is a helicopter mom) For him great, for her not so great. ... "
" ... Just what we need to get our daughter up for school ... "
" ... My dad loves this. ... "
" ... Great clock which has helped my 90 year old mother read the time. ... "
" ... Young kids can’t figure out the difference ... "
" ... Great, simple alarm clock for my school aged children ... "
" ... In other words, this is perfect for a small child. ... "
Sleep Tracking
12bright, sleeping, wakes, note, night
+92%
-8%
" ... Wakes my lazy butt up in the morning and tells me the time and that's all that matters to me. ... "
" ... The display is VERY bright so I turn it away from me when sleeping. ... "
" ... Very soft light good for sleeping. ... "
" ... The kid could sleep through an explosion! ... "
" ... I'm trying to put my phone down at night, this clock allows me to sleep in peace ... "
" ... It's important to note that I sleep with earplugs in. ... "
" ... In combination, these two make for a comfortable night's sleep. ... "
" ... Don’t need a “Sleep Timer” keeping track of how long I slept. ... "
Color
12red, numbers, green led, green, display
+83%
-17%
" ... The green LED is bright enough to see at night but not so bright as to keep you up. ... "
" ... And I love that you can change the brightness. ... "
" ... Red is a better color for numbers than blue. ... "
" ... use it all the time, great in the dark ... "
" ... We would have preferred a truer green LED. ... "
" ... Good color not too overdone. ... "
" ... The is two-levels bright and medium bright. ... "
" ... I like that the numbers are big and that you can change the brightness. ... "
Build Quality
11cheap, well, seems, cheaply, broke
+36%
-64%
" ... It's cheap. ... "
" ... Poorly thought out and cheaply made. ... "
" ... Other than that solid 4 stars (minus 1 star for flimsy plastic). ... "
" ... Falls off the table every time you breath on it. ... "
" ... I bought too cheap! ... "
" ... Apparently it is very cheaply made. ... "
" ... Broke in less than a week of purchasing it. ... "
Display Size
10large, size, clock, perfect, good
+100%
" ... If you need a basic clock with a good size display, this is it. ... "
" ... Not too expensive, small and doesn't take up a lot of space, AND large display. ... "
" ... Good large screen good clock ... "
" ... It has a big display. ... "
" ... perfect size bright. ... "
" ... Nice big display. ... "
" ... Love everything about this clock - size, display, etc. ... "
" ... Great deal, large display. ... "
Fit
10put, place, nicely, holds, get
+60%
-40%
" ... The base holds the clock nicely in place, hasn't fallen off the nightstand since purchase. ... "
" ... It fits neatly on my desk. ... "
" ... this fits the bill. ... "
" ... It can't get a 5 star because we haven't had it long enough to see how it holds up. ... "
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