I wake up often during the night and need glass to see distance . I get so tired of strain to see the clock that I go on a web search to find `` the '' clock . this be it ! I can easily read this clock from across the bedroom without my glass -- the number be HUGE ! I know I be go to love it so I get two right off the top . the versatility be a extra bonus - I hang mine on the wall by my desk and the other be in my elderly mother 's bedroom sit on she dresser . one of the best purchase I have make in a very long time . if in doubt with this clock -- go for it !