The best wall clocks

Kylie JoynerSep 3, 2020, 22:53 IST

Wall clocks come in all manner of styles, ranging from practical to downright whimsical, but before settling on just any wall clock, there are a few things that should be considered beyond design.
Out of all the clocks to choose from, the HITO Silent Non-ticking wall clock has proven to be an all-around winner. It's both quiet and accurate, has an easy-to-read face, and added features like a thermometer and hygrometer.

The old saying goes that nothing is certain except death and taxes. However, it could be argued that the need to track time can be lumped in with these certainties. After all, without the construct of time where would we be? Well … late. To everything. Luckily, in the digital age, we aren't at a loss for ways to tell time. Many of us rely on our smartphones and various electronics, but a well-made clock can add both function and style to your home or office.

There are an overwhelming number of wall clocks on the market and it can be hard to know where to even start. Luckily we've done the research for you. In our list, you'll find a range of wall clocks to suit multiple needs and style preferences. Time is precious after all, so you shouldn't have to waste it to find the most suitable addition to your wall.

Here are the best wall clocks:

Best overall: HITO Silent Non-ticking wall clock
Best atomic: Marathon Atomic Self-setting wall clock
Best classic style: Seiko Japanese Quartz wall clock
Best modern design: HITO Modern Colorful Non-ticking wall clock
Best bird lovers: Mark Feldstein Original Singing Bird wall clock
Best whimsical: Kit-Cat Classic wall clock
Best for memory loss and limited vision: Svinz Digital Calendar wall clock

Updated on 9/3/2020. We updated prices, formatting, and links.

The best overall

HITO/Business Insider

The best atomic

Marathon

The best classic style

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The best modern design

HITO/Business Insider

The best for bird lovers

Mark Feldstein/Business Insider

The best whimsical

KitKat

The best for memory loss and limited vision

Amazon

The best for children

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What to consider when buying a wall clock

Before settling on just any wall clock, there are a few things that should be considered beyond design.

Digital or analog: First off, you'll want to decide whether you want a digital clock, or an analog clock with a minute hand, hour hand, and typically a second hand. Both traditional digital and analog clocks need to be set manually. The exception to this is an atomic clock, which usually comes in a digital format and can be made to set itself according to the time zone it's in.
Ticking or silent: If you prefer the look of an analog clock, you'll need to consider the amount of noise you're willing to put up with. While some find the ticking of a clock soothing, others find each tick more irritating than the last. If this is the case, but you still like the look of a traditional clock face, a silent or non-ticking analog clock is the choice for you. Even if the sound doesn't annoy you completely, a silent clock can be ideal for places you want quiet, such as the bedroom.
Accuracy and battery life: A clock is only as good as the time it keeps, so one that's inaccurate won't do you any good. If you're the type of person who follows up the time with the word "sharp" you may appreciate the accuracy of the atomic clock. This type of clock is the most accurate, as it uses an electronic frequency to synchronize with the U.S. atomic clock. Battery life also plays a part in accuracy. A long battery life is ideal, so you don't have to take the clock down from the wall to change the batteries and reset the time repeatedly.

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