BN-LINK BND-60/U47 Indoor Mini 24-Hour Mechanical Outlet Timer, 3-Prong, 2-Pack

The Indoor Mini 24-Hour Mechanical Outlet Timer is a simple, reliable, and affordable solution for automating your appliances and electronics. Whether you’re looking to save energy, enhance security, or simply make your daily routine more convenient, this timer is a versatile tool that gets the job done. I have used mine for years - especially when traveling. Here’s a breakdown of its features and how to use it effectively.Key Features24-Hour Programming: The timer allows you to set a schedule for your devices in 30-minute increments, giving you full control over when they turn on and off.Manual Override: You can easily switch between “On,” “Off,” and “Timer” modes, giving you flexibility when needed.Compact Design: Its small size makes it ideal for tight spaces, and it fits seamlessly into standard wall outlets without blocking adjacent plugs.Mechanical Operation: Unlike digital timers, this one doesn’t require batteries, making it a low-maintenance option.How to Use the TimerPlug It In: Insert the timer into a standard wall outlet. Plug your device (e.g., a lamp, fan, or holiday lights) into the timer.Set the Current Time: Rotate the dial clockwise until the arrow points to the current time. The dial is marked in 24-hour increments for easy reference.Program the Schedule: Push down the tabs around the dial to set the “On” times. Each tab represents a 30-minute interval. For example, if you want your device to turn on at 6:00 PM and off at 10:00 PM, push down the tabs from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.Select the Mode: Slide the switch on the side to “Timer” mode to activate the schedule. Use “On” for continuous power or “Off” to keep the device turned off.Adjust as Needed: If your schedule changes, simply reset the tabs or rotate the dial to update the timing.ProsEasy to Use: The mechanical design is straightforward, making it accessible even for those who aren’t tech-savvy.Energy-Saving: Perfect for controlling lights, heaters, or air conditioners, helping you reduce energy consumption.Affordable: Priced competitively, it’s a cost-effective way to automate your home.ConsLimited Precision: The 30-minute intervals may not be precise enough for some users who need more granular control.No Battery Backup: Since it’s mechanical, it resets during power outages, requiring you to reprogram it afterward.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Works extremely well.It is a lamp timer and lamp goes on and off at times specified. You can set more than one time frame in a 24 hour period ex: morning 5 to 7 and then eve 7 to 12 .

I've had these since 2018, and it is now 2025, so whatever I say, please keep in mind it lasted me about 7 season's worth of Christmas celebrations. But if I ran this 24/7 I imagine it'd be way way less.Overall, a great product. One big flaw is that the inner mechanism is a big gear that circles the time settings on the inside. The gear teeth are made of crummy plastic, and they break down and become brittle, causing the teeth to break, and the timer to lose time.I had to open mine to see what was wrong, since it stopped keeping time, and I was shocked to find tiny bits of broken plastic littered around inside. Like, probably close to 50% of the teeth were broken at the edge (check the photos.)If the manufacturer really wants this thing to last, they should've either used metal or a much stronger plastic or other material because I was literally LOL'ing at how easy the teeth were disintegrating in my hand while I was cleaning the old broken teeth out from the gear bed.But again, for the cost of cheap Chinese-made stuff, it did the job. Too bad it's going to the recycling plant, though, because they easily could make it a little more robust if they wanted to.

These work very well. I wanted timers that didn’t require hooking up with Bluetooth. These fit the bill perfectly.and for just a few bucks.

Used this with my motion sensor so I wouldn’t have to remember to turn it on. The motion sensor is to keep me from getting hurt again sleepwalking.

Well made and easy to use,that's all you need to know except maybe that it came fast and was well packaged.

Ordered this on a Saturday and it arrived on a Sunday! The fastest order this far! I mistakingly bought a grow light that didn't come with a timer which was why I needed it and decided to get the 2-pack because since houseplants are a newer hobby of mine (14 plants and a few seedlings and edible plants and counting) it seemed like a good thing to have on hand.The directions were not very clear, but thankfully I found a YouTube video with step by step instructions for the exact model and that's what saved me. Timer quality, build and accuracy are all great. And would definitely buy and recommend again!I'm giving it 3 stars because had I not found a YouTube video, I'm not sure if I would have figured out how to use it 🤷🏾‍♀️

Timer works great and is very accurate and steady. Extremely easy to use.