Timer Price Analysis
Analysis of 23,548 timer listings to identify the best value by type and feature.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 23% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
Mechanical timers offer the best value at a median of 14.58, sitting 3% below the market average. Digital timers and hourglasses are more expensive, with medians of 17.99 and 19.95 respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by type
Why? Prices range from 8.36 for magnetic coal woodburner timers to 19.95 for hourglasses.
Price by features
Why? Adjustable timers command a premium at 24.64, while countdown timers align with the median at 14.99.
Price by power source
Why? Corded models are the most expensive at 32.22, while solar options are the cheapest at 14.1.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a digital timer?
The median price for a digital timer is 17.99.
Are used timers more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 18.85 compared to the new median of 15.27.
Which power source is the most costly?
Corded power sources have the highest median price at 32.22.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $8–$63, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 22, 2026.