mastercave

This is a review for the Coralife Power Center single unit. I can't find the manufacturer's product page so I provided the link at DFS instead.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...m?pcatid=11379

Description: A power strip with a timer that controls 2 outlets for day, 2 outlets for night, and 4 outlets that are constantly on.

Review: The 4 outlets that are constantly powered does just that. From my lack of experience, I cannot say if the timed outlets work or not. So now you ask "Why are you doing a review if you're not even using the product?"

Well, I will use the product if I can figure out how!! The thing doesn't come with instructions!!! What does all the symbols mean?!? I turn the dial, push a few timer pegs down, but what is it that I'm actually doing?

I asked a few LFS and they tell me that they can't figure it out as well because they don't have instructions as well.

Pros: Timer and power stirp in one product so you save space with cords. Outlets have a sliding cover for protection. Color coded for day, night, and constant.

Cons: No instructions for confusing symbols and operation.

Where to Buy: You don't want this product!! With your $25, go to Home Depot's electrical department and buy a timer for $15 and a power strip for $3. With that timer, you can set it to have different schedules on different days and for cheaper too! And instructions!!

Score: 2/10, 1/2 point for each of the outlets that I can work. Coralife, this product sucks. Stick with bulbs.