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Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?

I have purchased many flameless candles over the years, mostly Candle Impressions and have been very pleased with them.  I have not had to buy any in a while, but in searching for a gift I have found that the 5 hour timers are what is available.  I am dissappointed and wonder what caused the change.  I love the 10 hour timers because I use them as night lights.  Having the candles in the on position I think is a waste of battery.  Another good item no longer available!

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?

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I like the 10 hour option, too.

Candle Impressions has a new line called Mirage, and some of them come with programmable timers, which you can set for any length you want, between 1 and 23 hours. 

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?

I took out some candle impressions candles last week.  I had them in the closet, but never used them.  It was a set of 3 with graduated heights.  They had a 5 and 10 hour timer.  If I knew, I forgot.  I was pleasantly surprised.  That also reminded me that I should check what I have before buying.

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?


@SHOPR wrote:

I like the 10 hour option, too.

Candle Impressions has a new line called Mirage, and some of them come with programmable timers, which you can set for any length you want, between 1 and 23 hours. 


 

 

I like Candle Impressions best because of the programmable timers. I have some that are really old that have that, and as @SHOPR has said, their Mirage line has programmable timers too. 

 

I love being able to set them for just how long I want, and not being dictated a set timer function. I'm guessing if CI can do this, and their candles are some of the most reasonable in price, all the candle companies could be doing this.

 

 

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@Mominohio wrote:

@SHOPR wrote:

I like the 10 hour option, too.

Candle Impressions has a new line called Mirage, and some of them come with programmable timers, which you can set for any length you want, between 1 and 23 hours. 


 

 

I like Candle Impressions best because of the programmable timers. I have some that are really old that have that, and as @SHOPR has said, their Mirage line has programmable timers too. 

 

I love being able to set them for just how long I want, and not being dictated a set timer function. I'm guessing if CI can do this, and their candles are some of the most reasonable in price, all the candle companies could be doing this.

 

 


@Mominohio, Have you noticed that some of the Mirage candles on QVC only come with 5-hour timers?  I saw that on a couple of the styles.  Makes no sense.  They have a good thing going with the programmable timer, so why skimp on some and not include it? 

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?


@SHOPR wrote:

@Mominohio wrote:

@SHOPR wrote:

I like the 10 hour option, too.

Candle Impressions has a new line called Mirage, and some of them come with programmable timers, which you can set for any length you want, between 1 and 23 hours. 


 

 

I like Candle Impressions best because of the programmable timers. I have some that are really old that have that, and as @SHOPR has said, their Mirage line has programmable timers too. 

 

I love being able to set them for just how long I want, and not being dictated a set timer function. I'm guessing if CI can do this, and their candles are some of the most reasonable in price, all the candle companies could be doing this.

 

 


@Mominohio, Have you noticed that some of the Mirage candles on QVC only come with 5-hour timers?  I saw that on a couple of the styles.  Makes no sense.  They have a good thing going with the programmable timer, so why skimp on some and not include it? 


 

 

@SHOPR

No! I hadn't noticed that! I did notice that a number of newer Mirage have come out in the last couple of months, but I have to say I don't really care for most of them, so didn't check them out closely.

 

I would assume that the programmable timer workings are more expensive than having a set number of hours, and like everything else in the world, they are cheapening them (forgoing the programmable) to save money. Just a guess, but that would seem a reason.

 

Could be that some people have complained about the programmable timers. They can be tricky to get the hang of. I know my mom can't do it and I have to set hers for her. I suppose if enough people complained about them, they might consider getting rid of them, too. 

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?

10 hour timers? Eee gad you must be constantly replacing batteries! All of mine have 5 hour timers which is perfect! Woman Happy

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?

Actually I find my 10 hour timers do not go through batteries that much, especially the ones that use C batteries.

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Re: Flameless candles-why no more 10 hour timers?


@chlema wrote:

Actually I find my 10 hour timers do not go through batteries that much, especially the ones that use C batteries.


I completely agree.  I get several months worth of use.  This is why I wish they would continue the 10 hour timers.  I have not tried the programable timers yet,  but might have to consider them if that is the only option.  Thanks for all of your feedback and responses!