I purchased this timer because it was described as having a "loud ring," and I need a timer that I can hear from 30 feet away.I'd like to meet the person for whom this timer is "loud." I can hear it in the same room, but not from the room down the hall.I wish rings would be described in decibels. Meanwhile, I guess I'll keep looking, but now for a timer with a "deafening ring."Otherwise, it works as advertised.