Timex Time Machines TW7C06100 review
A cheerful first watch that slips on.
- Skip it if
- Your child wants a smartwatch with games
as of 6 Nov 2026, 13:25 GMT · Details
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What we like
- Purple striped elastic fabric strap
- Clear analogue dial
- Child can put it on without help
Worth knowing
- Small size limits how long it fits
- Stretchy strap will not last the growing years
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Our review
The Timex Time Machines TW7C06100 is a 29 mm children's watch with a purple striped elastic fabric strap. It has a clear analogue dial and runs on a battery with steady timekeeping. It is a cheerful first watch that a child can put on without help. The catch is that the small size and stretchy strap mean it will not last through the growing years.
What it is
This is a member of Timex's Time Machines range, which is designed for young children who are learning to read an analogue clock. The TW7C06100 has a 29 mm case, a clear dial and a purple striped elastic strap that slides over the hand with no buckle to fiddle with. Timex has been making affordable watches for generations, and its children's models follow the same practical philosophy.
It sits at the entry end of Timex's range and is meant to be worn and replaced rather than kept.
The movement
The watch uses a quartz movement powered by a battery. That means it keeps time to within a few seconds a month and needs no winding. Expect to change the battery every year or two, and have a jeweller do it so the seals are checked afterwards. Timex does not publish a calibre for this model, so none is named here.
Quartz movements are tough enough for the knocks of childhood, since there are no delicate balance wheels to be jolted out of time.
On the wrist
At 29 mm, the case is sized for small wrists. The elastic strap is the main feature: there is no clasp to fasten, so a young child can pull it on alone. The stripes give it a playful look that children tend to like. The downside is that elastic loses its spring after months of heavy use, and the fabric can trap dirt and dampness.
Check the strap size range on the listing against your child's wrist before you buy. Older children may find a 29 mm case looks a bit babyish.
Water and everyday wear
The watch is made for the playground rather than the pool. Many Timex children's models carry a modest water rating that covers splashes and hand washing, so confirm the figure printed on the watch before swimming. The crystal is likely acrylic or mineral, which can pick up scratches but is unlikely to crack.
Some models in the range have the Indiglo backlight, which lights the dial at night. Whether this one has it is something to check on the listing.
Against the alternatives
The same range offers the Timex Time Machines TW7C77300, a very similar watch with a different strap, and the Timex Kids TW7C26400. For a teaching-focused option, the Timex Kids Time Teacher T781414E is designed to help children learn to read a dial. If a digital watch is right, the Casio LW-203-2AVEF adds an alarm and stopwatch.
The TW7C06100's strength is its colourful strap and its easy fit for the youngest children.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
It is a good first watch for a young child who is learning the time or a gift for a birthday. It is light and low cost, so losing it would not be a disaster.
Skip it if your child has a larger wrist or wants a smartwatch with games, as this just tells the time. The honest drawback is that the elastic strap wears out and the watch is quickly outgrown, so treat it as a short-term purchase.
A researched review, built from the maker's specs, manual and Amazon.co.uk listing; facts checked 6 Nov 2026.
Who shouldn't buy this
Don't buy it if your child wants a smartwatch with games: this just tells the time.
Key specs
| Movement | quartz |
| Calibre | — |
| Case | 29 mm |
| Thickness | — |
| Lug width | — |
| Water resistance | — |
| Crystal | — |
| Strap | — |
| Power reserve | — |
| Accuracy | — |
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as of 6 Nov 2026, 13:25 GMT · Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
as of 6 Nov 2026, 13:25 GMT · Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.