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The 10 Best Kitchen Timers Your Kitchen Absolutely Needs

Time's up means time to eat!

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Count down to a perfectly cooked meal — without ever being a second too soon or too late! A fun, handy, and reliable kitchen timer is a quick and easy solution to making sure you never "forget" another cake in the oven again. Check out our favorite picks below.

1

BOSAI Magnetic LED Digital Kitchen Timer

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BOSAI Magnetic LED Digital Kitchen Timer

If you're looking for a digital kitchen timer that carries itself with a bit of pizzazz and sophistication, look no further than this smooth operator. Glide your fingers over the reactive touchscreen to make your selection. The magnetic back also sticks easily to your refrigerator so you're not cluttering your countertops. 

2

Kikkerland Vintage Streamline Kitchen Timer

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Kikkerland Vintage Streamline Kitchen Timer

Big on the retro look? Then you should check out this traditionally designed kitchen timer, brightening up your kitchen with a colorful statement. To use it, just turn its sleek chrome ring, and set it all the way up to its 55-minute max if needed.

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3

Time Timer Home MOD

Time Timer Home MOD

This looks like a simple option, but it comes with one very important feature: it does not make that awful ticking noise as it counts down! This totally silent timer won't distract you as you time your favorite dish, but will get your attention with its quick and cheery chime. 

4

EJIE Cartoon Owl Chick Mechanical Timer

EJIE Cartoon Owl Chick Mechanical Timer

Add a colorful statement to your home with this owl-shaped kitchen timer. You can set this winged companion for up to 60 minutes, keeping a watchful eye over your food and hooting a friendly reminder when time is up.

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5

Octaville Cute Mechnical Kitchen Timer

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Octaville Cute Mechnical Kitchen Timer

Coffee lover? Aren't we all. We've got to love this charming percolator-inspired design that's absolutely made for caffeine aficionados who need their French Press timed just so. 

6

CDN Heavy Duty Mechanical Timer

CDN Heavy Duty Mechanical Timer

It may not be the prettiest or most sophisticated option out there, but this kitchen timer gets the job done. So if you're looking for a simple, straightforward unit, you've found your match. The combination of a stainless steel build and non-skid pads make it a tough and sturdy option. Plus its 3-second alarm is especially great for loud environments, so you can still hear it over the noise.

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7

JTX Stand Mixer Kitchen Timer

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JTX Stand Mixer Kitchen Timer

Every baker knows how important it is to time their treats, and how adorable is this helpful kitchen timer designed to look like a stand mixer? The ideal addition to every baker's workspace. 

This digital kitchen timer goes above and beyond the standard 60-minute ceiling of most old-fashioned alternatives, reaching up to an impressive 99 minutes and 59 seconds. Plus, you can use the back clip to latch it on to your belt or apron — great for when you're too far away from the kitchen to hear the alarm.

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9

Samshow Digital Dual Kitchen Timer

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Samshow Digital Dual Kitchen Timer

What's better than a kitchen timer that lets you know when your meal is ready? THREE kitchen timers! Perfect for when you're cooking multiple dishes at once and need to keep track of all your meal prep.

10

Oggi Kitchen Timer

Oggi Kitchen Timer

Love fruits and a modern aesthetic? Fortunately, now you can have the best of both worlds. This apple-shaped kitchen timer is built out of tough stainless steel, accenting your home with a modern statement. Twist it until the arrow indicator lands on your desired time setting.

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