The Self-help Resource Center for Vision LossWatches - Timekeeping
VisionAWARE's ILA-Store and Amazon-Store make holiday shopping easy for you. The products below have been carefully selected by our team of vision rehabilitation professionals. All purchases take place on the ILA website. When you have finished shopping, please come back and explore the other rich resources on VisionAWARE.
Note: Prices and availability are subject to change at any time. Please contact our partner/vendor, Independent Living Aids, for customer service, guidelines, and policies for shipping and returns.
Atomic Talking Time & Date Alarm Watch
This is the attractive atomic watch that anyone with a vision problem has been waiting for.
It speaks the time, day, date and month in a pleasant male voice. In addition it:
- has large black numbers that are easy to see against the white background
- the hour and minute hands light up in the dark
- the face measures 1.5" in diameter and looks good on a man's or lady's arm
- the face is surrounded by a polished and brushed silver-tone case
- comes with either a black leather strap or an expansion band
- operates on one battery CR2025 (INC)
$49.95 Click to Purchase
- Then choose black leather band or silver expansion band.
CAN-DO Colossal Long Ring Timer
We think you're going to love this timer. The face is a full 9 inches in diameter, with tactual numbers that are 1 inch high. Every five minute interval is marked with a raised line, and it has the longest ring of any timer we've seen anywhere. It can be mounted on a wall, rest flat on a table or kitchen counter and can stand upright on its own detachable base. Use it anywhere - we've built in everything but the kitchen sink, but this timer's not just for use in the kitchen.
$19.95 Click to purchase![]()
Designer Talking Atomic Clock and Calendar

The design is very appealing and modern, but the unsurpassed accuracy of this talking atomic clock will really wow you. It has one of the clearest talking functions we've heard. In addition to the time, it will announce the month, day of the week and number of the day. The large digital display shows you the time, day and date, in big, bold numbers and letters. Also features an alarm. Measures 4.5 x 4.7 x 2.75 inches, and the LCD screen is 1.75 x 3 inches. A great looking clock for the office, living room, den or anywhere else you need it. Requires 2 AA batteries (not included). The time is spoken as 'it is 10 minutes to 12' instead of 'it is 11:50'. This clock announces AM or PM. Optional hourly announcement. Guides user vocally through set-up and comes with detailed spoken instructions on a cassette.
$37.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Easy-See Easy-Set Timer
A very small (3” x 2.7” x .6”) timer with large digits (about 1 inch high) and large setting buttons, colored to make it easy to choose the hour, minute or on/off setting. Its very loud beep alarm continues to sound until you shut it off. Times up to 99 hours, 99 minutes. Stand it up on the counter or desk or stick it to your refrigerator with its magnetic back. Can also be used as a wake up alarm by setting it to time the number of hours you wish to sleep. Uses 1.5V battery (INCL). Buy several for its many uses.
$8.95 Click to purchase![]()
Economy Square Talking Watch (Spanish)
A speaker located on the face makes it a bit louder and clearer. The mode button is recessed, so that it cannot be accidentally activated. Speaks the time in Spanish based on the 24 hour mode.
$10.95 Click to purchase![]()
GLO Unisex Low Vision Watch Silver Tone

This popular low vision watch makes it easy to see the large numbers in the dark. You simply push the button and a pale blue light illuminates the dial.
This model has a silver-tone case and matching expansion band or black leather band. Face measures 1 1/2 inches.
$32.95 Click to Purchase
Also available with a leather band for $30.95
Lady's Gold Tone Talking Watch White Face
This beautiful talking watch is sure to get noticed, but you'll value its useful features just as much as the compliments. Its clear female voice is easy to hear, and voice feedback makes setting this watch a breeze. This one-button 'Simply Talking' version simply tells the time, and has recessed setting buttons to avoid accidental re-setting. Its face measures approximately .88 of an inch, and its bold black hands contrast with its white face and gold casing for easy viewing. Wear this talking watch in a classic style by pairing its gold casing with a matching gold expansion band, or select the beautiful black leather band.
Our favorite, though, is the stunning beaded band: glossy black and subtly iridescent pearl-colored beads are separated by delicately detailed gold-toned beads complement any outfit, and make this functional talking watch a truly unique piece of jewelry.
Available with three different bands:
- $39.95 Expansion Band
- $39.95 Leather Band
- $49.95 Beaded Band
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- you can choose the band you want after clicking
Man's Silver Tone Spanish Talking Watch With White Face
A very handsome talking watch with large black numbers and bold black hands. The decorative timer bezel gives the watch a casual, sporty look. Speaks in military time. Select an expansion band (EXP) or black leather strap (LEA).
Available with two different bands:
- $39.95 (LEA) Leather Band 1 Button
- $39.95 (EXP) Silver cae and Expansion Band 1 Button
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- you can choose the band you want after clicking
Man's Silver Tone Talking Watch Silver Face
New one-button talking watches! This chic silver tone talking watch will never go out of style! Its 1.13 inch silver face provides a sharp contrast with its bold, black hands for people with low vision, but the talking function makes it easy to tell what time it is, even in low light or in the dark. For those who simply want to tell the time, without extra buttons and fuss, the one button style is simple to use. The single exposed button announces the time in a clear female voice and provides voice feedback for easy setting, and the setting buttons are recessed to avoid accidental resetting. Choose from a classic silver expansion band or an elegant black leather band.
Available with two different bands:
- $39.95 Leather Band 1 Button
- $39.95 Silver cae and Expansion Band 1 Button
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- you can choose the band you want after clicking
Moshi Voice Controlled Talking Alarm Clock

An amazing, modern styled talking clock that is totally voice controlled. Once you set, through voice commands only, the current time, the alarm time and sound, the sleep sound, and the date, all the information can be retrieved by just asking for it.
The Wonder Foundation, founded by Stevie Wonder, has given Moshi the Vision Free Award, which recognizes companies that create user-friendly products and services designed with the visually impaired in mind.
In addition, the indoor temperature is announced in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade and it is displayed in different colors corresponding to the temperature. Other outstanding features include
- 3 different alarm sounds available - chime, chirp or bell
- clock will play a sleep sound of your choice for 5 minutes (water, birds or waterfall)
- has a night light
- has a "help" feature
- announces the date
- operates on AC/DC power (adaptor INC) or uses 3 "AAA" batteries (NI)
- measures 7.5" x 3.25" x 4.5"
$39.95 Click to Purchase
See also MOSHI talking travel alarm clock with built-in calendar, nightlight, and thermometer.
Moshi Voice Controlled Travel Talking Alarm Clock
An amazing, modern styled talking clock, calendar, thermometer, and nightlight that is totally voice controlled. You need only to wake it up by touching it once and then control is totally by voice. Simply ask for the time or temperature and MOSHI will respond.
The Wonder Foundation, founded by Stevie Wonder, has given Moshi the Vision Free Award, which recognizes companies that create user-friendly products and services designed with the visually impaired in mind.
Additional features include:
- indoor temperature is announced in either Fahrenheit or Centigrade and it is displayed in different colors corresponding to the temperature
- 3 different alarm sounds available - chime, chirp or bell
- clock will play a sleep sound of your choice for 5 minutes (water, birds or waterfall)
- has a night light
- has a "help" feature
- announces the date
- operates on 3 "AAA" batteries (NI)
- measures 4.0" x 3.25" x 4.0"
$24.95 Click to Purchase
See also MOSHI talking alarm clock with built-in nightlight, and thermometer.
Moshi Voice-Controlled Digital Clock Radio
This new, voiced-controlled digital clock radio will set all functions with simple spoken commands. Set your wake-up time in a matter of seconds!
Features:
- 2.0 stereo sound system
- Dual alarms
- AUX-IN to play MP3 player
- 6 station presets
- Snooze
1 for $70.00 Click to Purchase![]()
Spanish Talking Clock With Alarm and Snooze Knob

A basic functioning talking clock in a classy silver tone case. It speaks the time, allows you to set one alarm which either beeps, cuckoos or crows and has a snooze feature. If you want, you can set it to chime hourly. Please note the Spanish version speaks in military time. Uses 2 "AA" batteries (NI).
$9.00 Click to purchase![]()
Sunshine Voice Interactive Talking Clock

This talking clock goes a step beyond just talking the time to help those who can't see the numbers. It also responds to your voice commands and requests for information. If you want to know the time, you say, "What time is it?" and the clock responds with the time and date. If you want to sleep for a few more minutes, you say "Snooze" and it will wait 10 minutes before sounding the alarm again. You can program its alarm to turn your TV on or speak a message you recorded. A summary of its features are:
- listens to your voice commands and speaks to you
- remembers your alarm settings
- responds to "snooze" to let you sleep for 10 more minutes
- a different alarm can be set for every day of the week
- up to 3 messages can be recorded
When you speak the words 'Alarm Clock' it responds with a choice of functions for you to select:
- What time is it?
- Play memo
- Snooze
- Night Light
This small, black, modern vertical style takes up very little space on the night table. The easy to read LCD numbers are backlit for better viewing. Electric with a battery backup (3 "C" batteries). Measures 7" H x 4" W x 3" D. This full featured voice activated talking clock is perfect for individuals who are blind or who have limited mobility. Once it is programmed, you don't have to look at or touch the clock in order to determine the time!
$69.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Talk is Cheap Watch
This very affordable watch has a pleasant and easy-to-hear male voice that tells you the time.
The neat looking black plastic case has different shaped buttons for each function, making it easy to set. You can set an alarm (beep or cuckoo) and have the time announced every hour.
The face measures about 1.5" in diameter and has all the setting functions on its front. A black matching plastic band with a buckle can adjust to fit a very small to a large sized wrist
$5.95 Click to Purchase
Talking Clock Keychain
Small enough (2.25 inches x 1.25 x .50) to conveniently fit into a pocket or purse, yet large enough to keep you from misplacing your keys, this convenient clock/keychain has a surprisingly loud and clear voice.
A built-in alarm (rooster) can be set to remind you of appointments.
Batteries included that last for about one year. Takes 2- AG13 button batteries or LR 44 #272606.
Silver. Also available in White.
$10.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Gold Expansion Band, Black Face & White Numbers
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Gold Expansion Band, Black Face & White Numbers
Watches can be worn fashionably and as a conversation piece by both men and women. In addition to the large size (1.5 inch diameter faces), we have designed a watch with extra-wide hands for maximum visibility and ease of reading. Even those who cannot see the numbers clearly will be able to tell the time by the position of the hands. A gold colored case accents this black face, white numbered quartz watch with a gold-toned expansion band.
$31.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Leather Band, Black Face & White Numbers
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Leather Band, Black Face & White Numbers
Watches can be worn fashionably and as a conversation piece by both men and women. In addition to the large size (1.5 inch diameter faces), we have designed a watch with extra-wide hands for maximum visibility and ease of reading. Even those who cannot see the numbers clearly will be able to tell the time by the position of the hands. A gold colored case accents this black face, white numbered quartz watch, which is offered with a genuine leather strap.
$29.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Silver Tone Expansion Band, Black & White Numbers
Unisex Low Vision Watch with Silver Tone Expansion Band, Black Face & White Numbers
'Big' is 'in'. This'Slimline' watch can be worn fashionably and as a conversation piece by both men and women. In addition to the large size (1.5 inch diameter face), this watch has extra-wide hands for maximum visibility and ease of reading. Even those who cannot see the numbers clearly will be able to tell the time by the position of the hands. A handsome silver colored case accents this stylish quartz watch, which is offered with a silver colored metal expansion band.
$30.95 Click to Purchase![]()
Yellow Face Low Vision Watch
This popular unisex low vision watch comes with a yellow face and black numbers and hands, making it even more visible.
Black against yellow provides one of the strongest contrasts in colors so the numbers "pop" out and the bold, wide hands clearly point to the time.
The face measures 1.5" in diameter. Select the matching expansion band or a black leather band.
$32.95 Click to Purchase
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