Masterplug

Masterplug TMS24 Mechanical Plug-In Timer

Everyday item: item for everyday use

Promising research
£7.99at screwfix.com

Best for: Switching a Wi-Fi router off overnight automatically, with no app and no wireless…

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  • 24-hour dial with 1-hour on/off segments
  • No Wi-Fi, app or radio of its own

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24-hour dial with 1-hour on/off segments

Type
Mechanical segment timer
Rating
10A / 2400W
Override
Manual

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Why we picked it

A mechanical dial timer is the simplest way to cut router power on a fixed schedule. It has no radio of its own, costs under £8 and needs no setup beyond pushing in the segments for the hours you want off.

Best for

Switching a Wi-Fi router off overnight automatically, with no app and no wireless connection of its own

Not for

Homes that rely on a digital landline, telecare alarm or Wi-Fi calling through the router at night

The details that matter.

  • • 24-hour dial with 1-hour on/off segments
  • • No Wi-Fi, app or radio of its own
  • • Manual override switch
  • • 10A, 2400W rated, UK 3-pin
  • • About £8 at Screwfix

Specifications

Type
Mechanical segment timer
Rating
10A / 2400W
Override
Manual
Wireless
None
Programme
24 hours, 24 x 1-hour segments
Battery backup
None
Verified price source
Screwfix, October 2026
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Sources

  1. screwfix.com
  2. gov.uk