Review on E.Palace Kitchen Timer: Mechanical, Battery-Free with Magnetic Backing and Loud Alarm - Ideal for Kitchen, Kids Activities, Classroom, and Short Time Countdown (Silver) by Jennifer Wilson

For years, Dulton Co. has offered a line of vintage kitchen timers. Originally called "Round Timer" or "Time Square", depending on the shape, they are also offered under the logo of well-known kitchen manufacturers. Most notable in this market is Zassenhaus, a German manufacturer of superb mills and grinders. I've owned it (both timer and grinder) for over a decade. They are good and reliable. I've seen kitchen timers that seem heavily inspired by them. The ePalace timer is so similar that I'm not sure if it's an obvious copy or a license agreement. Both do the same. Both look very similar. Both have almost the same ring. Since I like to take things apart, let's see: - ePalace is $12.99 but sells for $9.99 (December 2020) - Dulton Co. Zassenhaus starts at $15 but I've seen stock offers and offers on other sites. up to $10. Typically, bare metal and metal siding cost more, up to $25. The front, hands, glass (plastic) and bezel are almost identical except for the size. The ePalace's chrome frame is immaculate and Dalton added tiny tucks to secure it. Dulton's face is slightly yellowish white, ePalace is pure white. Parts are not interchangeable. Both use the same mechanism, rewind the timer all the way and then advance it to the desired time if it's less than 60 minutes. This seems strange, but produces a louder ringing. The base of the Dulton appears to be polished stainless steel, while the ePalace appears to be chrome steel. The magnets on both are the same strength, although the ePalace has more mounting surface. similar. Dulton is mainly made of metal, ePalace of plastic. Both are not very accurate. I have a vintage Junghans timer that runs almost to the second compared to my digital watch, while both vintage timers are up to 20 seconds behind. Both are made in China. I think Zassenhaus looks cooler than ePalace. This is only because of the face (which is cardstock printed on both). It's actually very easy to set up by removing the bezel and replacing the cardboard. Dulton has better internals. The materials are really important. ePalace looks dingy compared to the metal clockwork. I also appreciate the Dulton as a genuine product, although the vintage mid-century kitchen clock design isn't that unique. I have to admit I love having the Zassenhaus logo on it simply because I love my Zassenhaus espresso grinder. The price is a third less than the Dulton and a third less. Four stars. Hope it helps you to decide.