Ratings & Reviews for Utilitech 15 -Amps 120-volt Indoor Programmable Digital Lighting Timer
Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.
What Customers Are Saying
Customers are divided on this in-wall timer. Many praise its programming flexibility, accurate scheduling, backup battery, and straightforward installation once powered up. However, a substantial group reports frustrating power-up delays—ranging from 15 minutes to several hours—with some units never activating despite correct wiring. Reviewers frequently note instructions fail to mention the charging requirement, creating confusion and distrust. Those who overcome the initial hurdle find the device reliable and energy-efficient, though some experience outright failure or compatibility issues with older wiring setups.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Easy to install
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very easy to install. It's very durable and easy to program. Instructions were very clear and precise. It was not difficult to follow. You have to try it to see how good it is.
From Byjasco
Didn’t work
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We got the timer all hooked up and it didn’t work. We searched the internet and it appears this model has been discontinued and the reviews stated they also had problems with the product working. We were really bummed.
From Byjasco
Work great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I read the directions carefully before installing. It is easy to install. I use this to control our backyard deck light. Set ours to turn on 5 minutes before sunset and turn off 5 minutes after sunrise. It is a very good timer, and it works well. It is perfect for no-neutral wire applications. The overall quality and functionality are excellent. The ability to program the timer makes it much better than any normal wall switch.
From Byjasco
Great lighting
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Utility has 15 amps indoor countdown digital timer suits my lighting needs. It is easy to program different times. I love how easy to set up it was. I recommend!
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Multi function timer switch
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So excited to install this. I plan to put this in my bathroom. I’ll also probably paint it black to match the rest of all my switch plates. I also may install it for my exterior lights so not sure 100% yet but it’ll be a great feature to have and make use of in my home. Received in exchange for my honest and fair review.
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Fantastic
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This wall lighting adapter looks amazing. This makes my light switch very futuristic. The installation was not hard at all. It only took ten minutes to install. I like the fact that now you can set a timer on a light switch and it can program it on and off. This is very useful when you always forget to turn off the lights when heading outside.
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Very nice features
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Huge fan after installing this which was a breeze. Very easy to program. Has sunsmart self adjusting sunset sunrise times. Backup battery for if power goes out it doesn't lose presets. Has 7 day digital times and no neutral wire.
From Byjasco
Digital Light Timer.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Digital Lighting timer is super useful in my household. It is extremely easy to install and has no neutral wire. I like how it has a little door that opens to reveal all the program buttons. Also it is super beneficial how you can customize the time you want your lights to turn on or off. Definitely recommend this product and brand.
From Byjasco
Easy installation
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It accurately sets a timer for your lights. They are not compatible with all light fixtures. Installation is simple, however, I recommend letting someone who knows electricity do it. Programming is quick and easy.
From Byjasco
Very nice timer
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We just received this and 15 minutes later my husband had it hooked up. It is compatible with all our lights that he is using it for. The programming he said was very easy. Works exactly as it says it should no issues at all.
From Byjasco
Must have for energy efficiency
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Utilitech 15-Amps 120-volt In-wall Lighting Timer Compatible with various bulb types and suitable for controlling lights, exhaust fans, heaters, and pumps, making it a multifunctional device.
From Byjasco
Just ok
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The utilitech SunSmart in wall 7-day digital timer is quite involved to install. It seems very durable and the programming is a little bit involved also. I personally would just use one of the ones you just plug into your outlet.
From Byjasco
Does not work!!
Would Not RecommendWired up correctly for single pole application, but unit does not power up. I bought two of these timers and neither one works.
Tanner, we would love to have the opportunity to work with you directly and help walk you through the troubleshooting steps for this product, so you ... Read More
Instructions are not available online, bummer!
Would Not RecommendAlan, thank you for your review. If you give us a call, we can email you a PDF of the instruction manual for your to keep. At your earliest convenie... Read More
LEGIBLE INSTRUCTIONS
Would Not RecommendThere is a complete set of installation and programming instructions IN SPANISH, but in the southern United States that is not helpful. Lowe's is useless offering ZERO HELP.
Keith, thank you for your review. Your honest feedback is the key to helping us improve our product and future customer experiences. If there is anyt... Read More
No more utilitech products for me
Would Not RecommendI'm having similar complaints as in the other reviews. Will not recommend this product. Lowes needs to do better with products they intend to sell.
Dino, this is certainly something that we did not expect to occur. We would love to have the opportunity to work with you directly and help walk you ... Read More
Installed, but won't program or turn on/off light
Would Not RecommendThe Utilitech Model 81670 timer is installed, but the programming instructions are difficult to follow. I have no way to confirm what I am doing wrong. The light is not turning on/off. I also can't find any credible information. The phone number for tech support on another review does not recognize verbal answers.
Can be programmed with some ease
Would RecommendThis is a good timer. It's worth reading instructions, because they have step by step instructions. Display is big enough to read settings. Though, pushebuttons are a bit sensible, you would get used to. Set your local the time and then set on times and set off times on each program. Comes with enough programs for a week, and a random feature when you are on vacation. Connections are also explained on the instructions.
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No power output
Would Not RecommendWent to install as a single pole installation for recessed outdoor lighting. Followed instructions, but when switched to on in manual mode or as a program set up for my area there is less than 1VAC output. Ended up installing a Honeywell brand timer in its place.
Thank you for reaching out. We are so sorry that this happened. This is certainly something that we did not expect to occur. We would love to have th... Read More
No electrical drawing
Would Not RecommendI purchased multiple pieces for 3 -way installation. the electrical diagram for connecting the wires is terrible. Can not figure out hoe the the travelers needs to be connected to jumper wire. It should be electrical diagram ( look for lutron instruction to learn how to write and give instruction to installer). Your diagram is just small all black and it is not electrical with over complicated numbers . I have to return all just because of terrible instruction. the good thing about this timer...
Thank you for your reveiw. We are so sorry that this happened. This is certainly something that we did not expect to occur. We would love to have th... Read More
Thank you for your review. We are so sorry that this happened. This is certainly something that we did not expect to occur. We would love to have the ... Read More