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Best atomic clock 2018 – [Buyer’s Guide]
Last Updated December 1, 2023
Hi there, I’m Roger Barnett. After 32 hours of research including speaking with consultants and experts, and plenty of parents and 24 hours spent testing 10 atomic clock, I believe that I found the best atomic clock of 2018.
Eventually, I found something that would suit my needs but it occurred to me that I wasn’t the only one who might be having the same problems I did. In this article, I’ve listed down the Top 3 list. These are the best atomic clock your money can buy.
Best atomic clock of 2018
The above tidbits will bring you closer to selecting atomic clock that best serves your needs and as per your budget. I have taken the initiative to educate you on the top three best atomic clock that you can buy this year. You must have heard that the best atomic clock should allow you to save money, right? Sure, but that’s not the only reason you should consider getting one. The “Total” indicates the overall value of the product.
Test Results and Ratings
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№1 – Oregon Scientific Weather Station with Indoor/Outdoor Temp and Humidity Atomic Clock BAR268GH
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4.8
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Why did this atomic clock win the first place?
I really enjoy the design. It is compact, comfortable and reliable. And it looks amazing! I was completely satisfied with the price. Its counterparts in this price range are way worse. The product is very strong. Its material is stable and doesn’t crack. I don’t know anything about other models from this brand, but I am fully satisfied with this product.
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№2 – MARATHON CL030062WD Slim-Jumbo Atomic Digital Wall Clock
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4.5
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Why did this atomic clock come in second place?
The material is pretty strong and easy to wash if needed. I like this product. For such a low price, I didn’t even hope it to be any better. It’s decently made. Managers explained me all the details about the product range, price, and delivery. The design quality is top notch and the color is nice.
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№3 – MARATHON CL030052BK Atomic Digital Wall Clock With Auto-Night Light
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4.3
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Why did this atomic clock take third place?
I liked the design. We’ve been using it for 2 months and it still looks like brand new. A very convenient model. It is affordable and made of high-quality materials. It is inconvenient to use due to the size. I am going to get something different next time. It doesn’t squeaks nor bents. Looks great in my apartment.
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atomic clock Buyer’s Guide
The Insider Pick
Wall clocks come in all manner of styles, ranging from practical to downright whimsical. Out of all the clocks to choose from, the HITO Silent Non-ticking wall clock has proven to be an all-around winner. It’s both quiet and accurate, has an easy-to-read face, and added features like a thermometer and hygrometer.
The old saying goes that nothing is certain except death and taxes. However, it could be argued that the need to track time can be lumped in with these certainties. After all, without the construct of time where would we be? Well … late. To everything. Luckily, in the digital age, we aren’t at a loss for ways to tell time. Many of us rely on our smartphones and various electronics, but a well-made clock can add both function and style to your home or office. However, before settling on just any wall clock, there are a few things that should be considered beyond design.
Digital or analog: First off, you’ll want to decide whether you want a digital clock, or an analog clock with a minute hand, hour hand, and typically a second hand. Both traditional digital and analog clocks need to be set manually. The exception to this is an atomic clock, which usually comes in a digital format and can be made to set itself according to the time zone it’s in.
Ticking or silent: If you prefer the look of an analog clock, you’ll need to consider the amount of noise you’re willing to put up with. While some find the ticking of a clock soothing, others find each tick more irritating than the last. If this is the case, but you still like the look of a traditional clock face, a silent or non-ticking analog clock is the choice for you. Even if the sound doesn’t annoy you completely, a silent clock can be ideal for places you want quiet, such as the bedroom.
Accuracy and battery life: A clock is only as good as the time it keeps, so one that’s inaccurate won’t do you any good. If you’re the type of person who follows up the time with the word “sharp” you may appreciate the accuracy of the atomic clock. This type of clock is the most accurate, as it uses an electronic frequency to synchronize with the U.S. atomic clock. Battery life also plays a part in accuracy. A long battery life is ideal, so you don’t have to take the clock down from the wall to change the batteries and reset the time repeatedly.
Although the HITO Silent Non-ticking wall clock is our top pick, for various reasons laid out in the slides below, you should also consider the Marathon Atomic Self-setting wall clock, the Seiko Japanese Quartz wall clock, the HITO Modern Colorful Non-ticking wall clock, the Mark Feldstein Original Singing Bird wall clock, the Kit-Cat Classic wall clock, the Svinz Digital Calendar wall clock, and the EasyRead Time Teacher Children’s wall clock.
How we picked and tested
Big, bright display. We looked at clocks in all shapes and sizes. However, almost all of them had displays that were visible from at least 20 feet away in daylight and at night. The exceptions were the three analog clocks we reviewed, which are small and require you to push a button to illuminate.
Dimmable display. Although having a bright display is nice, without the option to dim it light sleepers may be kept awake at night.
Easy snooze button. Sometimes you need a few extra minutes. If you’re fumbling to find the snooze button, you may as well find your toothbrush and start the day.
Battery backup. If your home is prone to power outages, you’ll want a clock that will be ready in case of an emergency.
Radio. Some people prefer to wake up to music, weather, news, or whatever else is playing on the radio. This feature was available on about half of the clocks we reviewed, but it adds to the price.
Multiple alarms. Whether you have two people sharing a clock or prefer a different wake-up time for the weekends, there are several clocks that allow for two separate alarm times.
Multiple sounds. Some clocks beep, others buzz, and some provide soothing sounds for that wake-up call.
USB ports. Whether you use your smartphone as a backup plan or not, there are a few clocks that offer the option to charge gadgets by your bedside.
Bluetooth. Many alarm clocks now have Bluetooth, but not in this price range. Only one of the models we reviewed included wireless music streaming.
We tested a total of 1alarm clocks. Three of those were analog clocks, which were the only models that didn’t offer AC power; they’re completely battery-operated. Six of the 1models tested also included radios.
We tested each clock in a first-floor home office and a second-floor bedroom. This helped when testing reception on the clock radios, because it gave us data from different locations. We used them during the day and at night to test out brightness levels and if they were easy to work with in the dark. We also monitored each clock for accuracy, the duration of the snooze, and if the snooze would continue after one hour.
We think the RCA RCD30 is the best alarm clock for most people. It is the textbook definition of an alarm clock in features and style with an easy-to-use button layout, a bright display, and an alarm that should wake up even heavy sleepers. It’s also the least expensive model that we tested.
Of the models we tested, the RCD30 packed the largest display size in the smallest design, so it won’t take up much room on your nightstand. The illuminated display measures approximately 3.7by 1.inches, which was visible in daylight and at night from at least 20 feet away. The large display size is a boon for people who wear glasses because you don’t need to fumble with your glasses to check the time. If a big display keeps you up at night, know that the RCD30 does have two brightness settings.
The easy operation has a lot to do with the unit’s no-frills design. It has a large snooze button across the top, so you can usually hit it without much fumbling. That snooze also doubles as an hour/minute button for setting the time and alarm. On the back, there are three switches: one for setting the time/alarm, one for turning the alarm on/off, and one for dimming the front display.
The RCD30 is a basic unit, but it has all you really need in an alarm clock, including backup via a 9-volt battery so you won’t lose your settings if the power goes out at a.m. Just know that like most of the alarm clocks we tested, when using that battery the front of the RCD30 will not display the time, but the alarm will trigger in backup mode, which can’t be said of the Mesqool Projection Clock, the Sangean RCR-5, the Sonic Alert SBB500SS, and the Sony ICF-C1.
Flaws but not dealbreakers
A few of the alarm clocks we reviewed have up and down buttons for setting the clock and alarm time. The RCA RCD30 is not one of them. The minute and hour buttons go in only one direction, so if you get distracted while setting the time and go too far, you’ll need to cycle through again. This is not unique to the RCD30, though.
Also, out of all of the digital alarm clocks we reviewed, this one had the fewest perks. There’s no radio, projection, or separate alarm sounds. In fact, the clock has one alarm at one volume. If it’s too loud (or not loud enough), there are no other options. However, it’s a reliable, basic alarm clock and priced accordingly.
Cable Driven Westminster Chime Clocks These grandfather clocks use a key to turn arbors located in the dial that are wound once a week to raise the weights that power the clock as they drop down during the week. The Westminster chimes will play a few notes on each quarter hour and then play the 1note melody on the hour, then count the hour. There is a lever on the dial to manually turn off the chimes at will. Your hands never touch the brass on this design.
Grandfather Clocks w/night time chime shutoff option also use a key to turn arbors located in the dial that are wound once a week to raise the weights that power the clock as they drop down during the week. The Westminster chimes will play a few notes on each quarter hour and then play the 1note melody on the hour, then count the hour. There is a lever on the dial to manually turn off the chimes at will. Your hands never touch the brass on this design. There is an additional lever on the left of the dial to select an option for the chime to play continuously or to cease between 10:00PM and 7:00AM.
Triple Chime grandfather clocks also use a key to turn arbors located in the dial that are wound once a week to raise the weights that power the clock as they drop down during the week. The chimes will play a few notes on each quarter hour and then play the full chime melody on the hour, then count the hour. There is a lever on the dial to manually turn off the chimes at will or to choose between Westminster, Whittington or St. Michaels Chime melodies. Your hands never touch the brass on this design. There is an additional lever on the left of the dial to select an option for the chime to play continuously or to cease between 10:00PM and 7:00AM. You may also use an option for the clock only to count the hour without any hourly or quarter hour melody. Cable Driven Concerto Triple Chime Clocks w/night time chime shutoff option These selections use a key to turn arbors located in the dial that are wound once a week to raise the weights that power the clock as they drop down during the week. The chimes will play one note on the first quarter hour and one each quarter hour. The movement will then play the full chime melody on the hour and count the hour. There is a lever on the dial to manually turn off the chimes at will or to choose between Westminster, Ode to Joy or Ave Maria Chime melodies. Your hands never touch the brass on this design. There is an additional lever on the left of the dial to select an option for the chime to play continuously or to cease between 10:00PM and 7:00AM. You may also use an option for the clock only to count the hour without any hourly or quarter hour melody.
Quartz Floor Clocks (battery operated clocks) Quartz floor clocks use batteries to power the time, chimes and the swinging pendulum. There is no winding and the clocks are very accurate. Most are dual chime offering a choice of Westminster or Ave Maria melodies. There is also a volume control to adjust the volume to the size of the room, chime silence and hourly only chimes. Batteries will easily last a year a time and easy to replace. Some Quartz clocks will have the three weights to resemble a mechanical movement, but these do not move and are added to enhance the style of the clock. Some models of quartz floor clocks are non-chiming. In most cases these clocks are less than half of the price a mechanical movement clock. The quartz clocks with the Harmonic Movement sounds great for a battery powered clock.
Moon Dials Most keywound grandfather clocks will offer a functional, astrologically correct moon dial. When the image of the moon reaches the 15th day of 21/day lunar cycle it will appear at the top of the dial. It will be full moon at that time. This dial rotates slowly clockwise over 21/days. When the image of the moon disappears, it is new moon.
AcuRite 01078M Pro Color Weather Station
This product is unique since it has dual digital displays that are very easy to read. The weather station is multi-purpose since it provides more than one reading. It uses the weather ticker stream for real-time data.
AcuRite 02027AColor Weather Station
It works by pulling data from the sensor which is kept outside for readings. It has a clock that adjusts for daylight thus saving time. The weather station can be placed on a tabletop, and its attractive color makes it a great addition to any décor.
AcuRite 0200Digital Weather Center
It provides the user with quick reading for indoor and outdoor temperature and also humidity. The barometer used is self-calibrating thus making it more accurate. It also gives the user forecast for the morning, noon and also nighttime. The sensor is weather resistant and has a hanger for mounting.
It has an atomic self-setting that gives an accurate reading on time and date. It can automatically set itself to daylight. It comes with weather icons that are easy to interpret even for kids. It is used both indoors and outdoors as the user prefers.
AcuRite 0058Pro Color Weather Station
With this weather station, you can be able to get three reading which includes humidity, wind speed, and temperature. It can keep records on a daily, and monthly basis. The user can also be able to tell the highest and lowest reading. It is powered electronically, and one can also use batteries to power it.
It can monitor temperature both indoor and outdoor wirelessly. It features a 1and also 24-hour clock system. The clock has an alarm that has a snooze function. It comes with a fold-out stand, and it is powered by batteries.
Accuracy
Most projection alarm clocks offer basic daylight savings time adjustments and can keep the time fairly accurate. There are some products that use atomic clocks which set the time via radio and they are extremely accurate so they should be strongly considered even if they’re a bit more expensive.
Electrohome EAAC60Projection Alarm Clock
Featuring lots of powerful abilities beyond what a basic projection alarm clock usually offers, the Electrohome EAAC60is the top pick on this list considering how affordable it is. It comes with a large 3.6” LCD dimmable display, 180-degree swivel projection, AUX input, and Advanced SelfSet technology to bring you a more enjoyable experience each day.
This clock radio is quite advanced in the sense that it’s capable of setting the time and date automatically and if the power goes out, it will save all your important alarm settings. The clock comes preconfigured with the correct time and all that remains for you to do is to specify your particular time zone and it will maintain accurate time even after a power failure.
A large 3.6” blue display lets you view the time and date as well as the temperature more clearly. If you decide that it’s too bright for you, there are three dimmer options to set the brightness according to your personal preference. The auto dimmer feature can also disable the screen completely if it bothers you at night.
When it comes to projection, this little clock does a good job always showing the time in full view no matter if you choose to project on the ceiling or on a wall. You can tilt a full 180 degrees and the adjustable focus is there to ensure that you will always have a crystal clear projection.
A dual alarm feature is integrated and you can set two separate wake times in case you and your partner need to. The alarms can automatically be disabled on weekends so you can set the right alarm schedule once and then you won’t have to deal with it again. An AUX audio input together with the digital AM/FM radio, offer a bit of entertainment and there’s even the option to wake up to your preferred radio station.
The face of the clock can be quite bright even on the lowest dim setting but it shouldn’t be a problem as the main focus is the projection which is very reliable. If you want a highly performant projection alarm clock that has pretty much all the features you’d need to bring some extra convenience in your life, the Electrohome EAAC60is clearly the answer. Overall, this product is recommended considering how relatively inexpensive it is.
Product Highlights
Modern clocks have become commonplace but if you are tired of looking at ordinary screens and want something more exciting, a projection alarm clock is the way to go. This Mesqool projection clock seems like a good solution if you want to project the time on any wall and see it clearly. Packed with lots of features and with a stylish design, this device is sure to be a big hit.
By repeatedly pressing the projection button you can make the time appear vividly on your wall and see it without issues. Even if you put the alarm clock in another angle you can enjoy a solid reverse projection. Mesqool integrated a dimmer feature for the smooth 1.8-inch display which can be a bit too bright at night. A dedicated button takes care of the problem.
When you just can’t be bothered to look for your charger or if you’re out of charging spots, this unit allows you to connect your smart device and charge it with its incorporated USB port. It’s suitable for Android devices but iOS users will need the appropriate cable switch.
There’s a dual alarm function for your convenience and it can be set to wake you up using a radio station. The buttons for controlling the radio and all the other features of the device are intuitively placed on the top and can be easily accessed even when you’re feeling extra sleepy.
Looking back over the rich features from the arsenal of this Mesqool projection alarm clock, you can be sure that this is a solid device for the money. It’s a breeze to set up, the digits are large and visible, and the projection is adjustable. Topping it off with such a fair price, this projection clock is really a no-brainer.
Electrohome EAAC475
Another interesting model from Electrohome is the EAAC475, a projection clock that comes equipped with powerful abilities and extra features like the high-speed USB charging port for smartphones and the battery backup. It delivers a decent projection experience, a pleasure to look at on any wall or ceiling. The digital AM/FM radio, SelfSet, and the programmable dual alarm complete the attractive package of this clock.
Fast USB charging is provided in this unit and this could be a very convenient option to have. If you leave a USB cable plugged into the clock’s USB port you can turn the alarm clock into a powerful nightstand USB charger for lots of compatible devices.
If you worry about a power failure that could disrupt your morning routine, the WakeUp technology has been specially developed by Electrohome to fix this problem. When the power outage happens, the built-in battery backup activates itself automatically so that the alarm will still sound according to the correct settings and the right time and date are maintained.
This projection clock comes with a 180-degree swivel and delivers a pleasant viewing as you just need to open your eyes to check the time in the morning. Always knowing the time without making unneeded compromises to your comfort zone feels pretty nice.
Another useful feature is the SelfSet technology that makes the set-up process a breeze. Just plug in the device and the preconfigured date and time will instantly appear on the large LED display that has four dimming options. If your partner has a different schedule and needs to wake up early you can use the intuitively designed dual alarms and adjust the settings to fit both of your routines more conveniently.
A nice clock with plenty of options, the Electrohome EAAC47will enhance your nights with a beautiful projection that won’t light up the room despite its brightness. The alarms are quite fancy too and even if it’s a little difficult to set up initially you can get the hang of it fairly quickly. All in all, this device has great potential and is recommended to anyone in the market for a high-quality projection alarm clock.
OnLyee Digital LED Dimmable Projection Alarm Clock
If you’re not willing to make a big investment into a projection alarm clock and just want an affordable product, this one from OnLyee seems like a very good choice. It comes with adjustable projection angle and allows you to control the focus. The large display can have its brightness turned down if you prefer and the manufacturer included an AM/FM radio tuner with 20 channels preset memory, a smartphone charging port, and a battery backup.
Convenience is key for this unit as it provides a solid projection on any ceiling or wall with a 180-degree swivel. A focus ring is used to make some adjustments when the clarity is not optimal. The display is not of the highest quality and only comes with three levels for adjusting the brightness.
If you enjoy listening to the radio, there are some good news for you as this device integrates an AM/FM built-in digital tuner with an automatic scanner. It can save up to AM stations and FM stations in its memory. The traditional buzzer that most of these alarm clocks offer can be annoying for some so OnLyee includes a handy feature to be woken up to your favorite radio station. You can also take advantage of the convenient snooze function if you feel like sleeping just a few extra minutes.
This model includes USB charging which is a bit surprising to find at this price point and it’s a welcomed feature for those times when you forgot your charger. You will require batteries for back-up that ensures the settings are safe even during power outages. Dysfunctional power lines will never again affect your morning routine.
Taking into account the easy setup, the reasonably clear projection, and all the other features that are more or less useful, the OnLyee is a decent option if you want a low-budget projection alarm clock. It may have some reliability issues but all in all, it can surprise you with the performance of the projection providing a better experience when you need to check the time in the morning.
Oregon Scientific RM313PNFA
If keeping the time as accurate as possible is an essential aspect for you, maybe the Oregon Scientific RM313PNFA would be the perfect solution if you want to get a new projection clock. Besides the ability to maintain atomic time which is considered extremely accurate, it can also monitor the indoor temperature and comes with two powering options, a battery mode or a continuous projection mode by hooking the device to a power outlet.
This is a great device as it comes with many useful features for everyone who wants more than just a simple projection clock. It monitors indoor temperature and provides the best accuracy thanks to the atomic clock. It has automatic self-correction for daylight saving time to make sure you’re never behind.
When the clock is under battery power it can project with a single touch of a button just for an interval of a few seconds and it can conserve some energy this way. If continuous projection sounds better to you, you’ll have to hook up the AC power supply that’s included by the manufacturer. The projection can be seen relatively easy but the room has to be very dark otherwise the visibility will suffer.
The clock has a flip feature for the projector which strangely is not noted in the instructions but it can be accessed by pushing either the plus or minus buttons. It may not be very useful but it’s nice to have this option for certain situations.
Oregon Scientific designed a solid product that can satisfy many users who want to look at their ceiling at night to check the time without lighting up the whole room. The device looks very stylish and seems well-built and there’s hardly any flaw about it, maybe the alarm sound is a little strange but that depends on personal preference. It is a very capable projection alarm clock, all things considered.
There is only one atomic clock signal in the U.S. which is Mountain time. After you receive the exact correct time you have to manually reset the clock to your time zone (for example, Central). The clock resets itself automatically, back to Mountain Time, every few days so you have to reset it to your time zone again. Not very useful if you plan to use as an alarm clock.
The middle ground between a weather center and an indoor-outdoor thermometer.
That said, it has a host of features including detailed barometric pressure, humidity, temperature forecast, and the ability to measure dew point (the temperature where dew will begin forming in the air) that may offset that weakness in the minds of some.
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This is one of the best Indoor Outdoor Weather Station as one can say. Extremely less in cost yet it manages to very successfully keep up to the high standards of the services that the devices like these provide. Coming from one of the known brands of weather stations, this particular product comes with features that are almost unmanageable at such a mere price that it is charged for.
The receiver dimensions of this product are 7.2x x 1.2in while the sensor dimensions are 3.x 2.7x 1.2in.One can say that they can literally have no problem moving or shifting this product from one place to other as these are only pound in weight. The receiver of this product generally uses the AA batteries while the sensor uses AAA batteries. It also comes with a user manual which has instructions written on it which can be read by everyone easily. This station generally measures the weather with the help of the barometric pressure. Generally it is of a 2hour graph. This machine also has the auto updation of the daylight savings for its clock. The clock also comes with a snooze feature on it. One can definitely use this particular station without much problem as it is extremely user friendly and can be used by inexperienced people too.
Acurite Deluxe Wireless Weather Center
It generally transmits every 1seconds and has a wireless transmission range of up to 330 feet. This particular product also has temperature ranges to itself. The temperature ranges that it can detect are generally between -40 degree to 15degree Fahrenheit. Also this particular product auto updates itself for the time date and the daylight savings.
There are few very avoidable problems that can be faced with this product though. The buttons can be at times hard to manage. They work on their own terms. Also the reading of the results can be difficult when the product is placed indoor as there is no availability of backlight in the gadget. The best parts are though that the display is huge and so one can read it from a distance in the presence of good light. This product is extremely easy to install and operate too. One can have no probable problem with this. One can also be sure of the accurate readings that this product would provide one with. There is hardly any mistake that may have taken place till now.
Oregon Scientific BAR208HGA
This is one little monster that everyone would love to own. It is small and easily manageable. It weighs only around 12.ounces and can be a small little show piece to one’s home too. It is an extremely low cost station and people love one such thing any given day. This particular gadget is extremely easy to set up with only one set back that is it cannot be mounted on the wall.
It can be kept on the table top or on a small place. The product dimensions are of 3.x 7.x inches.
It also has a whopping year warranty on itself from the manufacturer. One can say that this particular product can be very much used anywhere. Another drawback of this product is that this particular product has its backlight activated only for mere seconds and that can be problem as one cannot even complete reading the records. The installation guide that is provided with the gadget is also not very much helpful. This gadget can display the upcoming 1to 2hours of weather report and also it has a temperature range of -40 to 140 degree Fahrenheit. It also boasts of major natural disasters that may take place.
These weather stations are the best that one can own. They are reasonable efficient and serves the exact purpose that they are meant for accurately. Read more about the best home weather station in detail.
How to save up to 86%? Here is little trick.
You must visit the page of sales. Here is the link. If you don’t care about which brand is better, then you can choose the atomic clock by the price and buy from the one who will offer the greatest discount.
Final Word
First of all thanks for reading my article to the end! I hope you find my reviews listed here useful and that it allows you to make a proper comparison of what is best to fit your needs and budget. Don’t be afraid to try more than one product if your first pick doesn’t do the trick.
Most important, have fun and choose your atomic clock wisely! Good luck!
So, TOP3 of atomic clock
- №1 — Oregon Scientific Weather Station with Indoor/Outdoor Temp and Humidity Atomic Clock BAR268GH
- №2 — MARATHON CL030062WD Slim-Jumbo Atomic Digital Wall Clock
- №3 — MARATHON CL030052BK Atomic Digital Wall Clock With Auto-Night Light
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