Visible Display: The digital kitchen timer has a large bright LCD to give you a clear view of the count down even in bad lighting conditions. It comes with a long lasting AAA battery so that you can start using it instantly. Efficient Mechanism: The egg timer is equipped with a count up and count down function allowing you to use it both ways. The loud beep of the timer clock is clearly audible and there is no chance that you will miss it. Easy To Use: Operate the stopwatch timer through the start/stop button and set your timer using min and sec buttons. Don't worry about getting your food overcooked when you have this digital clock to remind you about the time. Compact Design: The cooking timer is small enough to easily fit into your palm. Hold the visual timer in your hand while waiting, hang on the wall, place it on the kitchen counter or table or with any stick to a metal surface using the magnetic back. Multipurpose Timer: The timer can count both up and down so can be used as a stopwatch as well as a countdown timer, making ideal for cooking, homework, workouts, sports, and games