Customer Ratings & Reviews

We bought this for use in our bathroom as a clock with weather display and as a loud Bluetooth speaker. It has been perfect for both! It gets quite loud and is easy to hear over the shower and bathroom fan. It is also a full Google assistant so you can ask it questions or tell it to interface with your other smart devices.

I bought the earlier version of Lenovo's clock fit $79.99 and wanted another but am on a tighter budget now. When I saw the price on this clock I decided to get it. Most features are the same but you cannot change the face or the layout - it gives time and temp and that's it. I had read that some people found the display too bright, which was a concern as a bright display keeps my husband from sleeping. It can be adjusted, and I set a "Night" profile so it is nearly at its dimmest - no distractions! I'm not a huge Google fan so setup was not as smooth as I would have liked - at one point it got stuck and I had to cancel out - only to find out had completed the process after all. My only disappointment is that it does not display the timer as it's running - I like to keep an eye on it. However when I say "Hey Google, display timer" it tells me he much is left. Not what I wanted, but I'm saving $50 so I'll live with it. If you want a smart clock with a simple display this is a great choice.

The Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is a great option for anyone who want's a physical clock for their bedroom with the added benefit of a Google assistant. If it did work as well as the Nest devices, it would be much better. But, unfortunately, the mics do not detect my voice as well as the Nest Devices (or the Echo devices) and some capabilities are not fully usable. I purchased some Hue Bluetooth bulbs which can be used without the need of a Hub with Nest Devices or Amazon Echo Dot or Show but this device is not compatible with them as the bluetooth can only receive music. I think that is is a MUST for anyone who wants to use smart home devices with the clock and which could be easily solve with a software update. Also, the wifi connection is not as stable as my other Nest and Alexa devices.

This is by far the best alarm clock ever! Just tell it want you want and it is done, no more trying to find the buttons in the dark! It has a bright (or dim for at night) easy to read display and excellent sound quality for such a small speaker. I enjoyed my first one so much, I gave three of these as gifts.

I already own the Lenovo Smart Clock and enjoy it very much. I needed another clock for my basement and the Smart Clock Essential does everything I want and more - Time, weather, temperature, Google Assistant. One of my favorite things is pairing it with the new Google Chromecast to turn on my basement TV.

This clock works super well! It is clear to read from any angles, and the built in USB and Nightlight are game changers. Plus with google built in, it’s highly capable as a speaker too. Compared to a google home mini and a separate alarm clock this is an amazing deal

Best $25 I ever spent (it was one sale). Use Spotify to wake up every morning and the display can be turned off at night. I use it to automatically turn my lights on every morning. It looks more expensive than it really is. Would easily get this as a gift.

Bought this for my family. Perfect for people who like the old school alarm clocks with google assistant integration. The built in night light that automatically turns on and off when alarms go off is amazing (makes it easy to cancel alarm while in the dark)

Got this as part of a packaged special deal (with smart C by GE light bulbs) and we are very happy with it. The clock has Google Smart Assist which enables setting schedules such as turning off some lights / turning on others and playing soothing sounds at bedtime. A very cool product.

I like this alarm clock. It was easy to set up and works just like my other google devices. Got it on sale for a great price. Speaker quality is decent for its size. Built in night light is a nice feature. Overall very pleased.

I ordered this alarm clock for my neighbor because she needed an alarm clock that was easy to set. What could be easier than a clock you can talk to, and you tell when to wake you? It’s a plus that it has a nightlight, and will answer answer your questions. It’s exactly what she needed.

Replaced an old generation 1 google mini with this. Great as it has a very nice display and great sound. Able to get rid of my old digitial clock too so much more space on the nightstand. Similar features as the former google mini with the bonus clock and temperature.

This was a fantastic little surprise. Its a great little clock in my sons room. He can ask Google questions and get answers. Works as a night light. Setting the alarm clock has never been easier. Just ask Google. "Hey Google, set an alarm clock for tomorrow morning at 8:00". Done.

We initially just wanted something simple for my fiancé and I’s bedroom. It’s a simple device that doesn’t have a fancy display or anything. But just as a clock with also Google assistant, it is really nice. I haven’t used the nightlight feature at all. But really enjoy this simple and useful clock!

I got this alarm for my wife after she could not find anything that worked the way she wanted. The voice commands on this alarm, the subtle light introduction when the alarm goes off, and all of the wireless functionality, makes this one of the best purchases we’ve ever made for such a low price.

Great smart clock, temperature display is awesome to have at a quick glance all while having the power of Google voice built in! The sound is decent for a small clock speaker device and you can group it with your other Google Home devices to play music on all at once.

This smart clock is great. The size and the features are just right, and it works just perfectly. I actually prefer this "essential" version than the larger Lenovo smart clock, as it is smaller and easier to use. I am very happy with this purchase and strongly recommend it.

It works well. It has great visibility, and the letters are big and easy to read.

I am pleased with my shopping experience with BestBuy and with the product I purchased. I was notified promptly after making the purchase that it was ready to pick up and the employee who helped me at the order pickup desk was quick to get the order. I like the feature that will automatically set the time and adjust for daylight savings although I am good about resetting the clocks in the house. The clock woke me up at times with a pleasant tone and the Google Assistant greeted me with, "Good Morning". The sound system on the clock presents music with a high level of clarity and it has adjustable bass and treble but I needed to ask Google Assistant to adjust them.

Just what I needed. Setting up an alarm kind of took getting used to, but otherwise, simple. The speaker is loud and clear, especially for the price. Definitely worth checking out if you want a nice, yet simple smart clock.