How is it powered? For instance does it need to be plugged in? If so how long is the cord? Batteries?Reliability opinions?
872735
Dear Ken,The e-pill Station runs on 4X AA batteries. Battery life is between 6-12 months.Best regards,Customer Servicee-pill, LLC
872736
This machine requires batteries (AA) This machine is a blessing and has never missed dispensing ... worth every penny! I fill the machine every Sunday and there hasn't been one single problem! Wish I had bought it a couple of years ago !
872737
Ken, it is battery powered by 3 or 4 AA batteries. it has gone for almost 1 month before I took out the battery to make it stop since mom went in the hospital. I think it is very reliable, but if you need all 28 dispensing times you will need to leave one in the dispenser until it rotates and then it will be on schedule. still good for help your loved ones.
872738
It's powered by four AA batteries they work extremely well and from my experience they power from 6 to 12 months that's what I've known prior to purchasing one
872739
In terms of reliability it's extremely reliable you can count it to go off when to take your medication we got it for my grandfather unfortunately he passed away before you got a chance to use it so we know that it's brand-new and extremely reliable
872740
It takes batteries.. We have been using it for two months now and haven't had to change batteries. Its pretty reliable. When daylight savings time happened, somehow it pushed out the alarm 1 hr and didn't change to accommodate the 1 hr spring ahead, so the machine was off by 2 hrs. Its definitely not tamper proof. If your getting this to prevent someone from getting into to it, look for something else. We purchased this for my Dads use and my husband had to take it to the hardware store to create some sort of extra lock on it so he couldn't get in to it. Works like a charm now. If using for pill dispense and reminder, works great! I hope that helps. It takes batteries.. We have been using it for two months now and haven't had to change batteries. Its pretty reliable. When daylight savings time happened, somehow it pushed out the alarm 1 hr and didn't change to accommodate the 1 hr spring ahead, so the machine was off by 2 hrs. Its definitely not tamper proof. If your getting this to prevent someone from getting into to it, look for something else. We purchased this for my Dads use and my husband had to take it to the hardware store to create some sort of extra lock on it so he couldn't get in to it. Works like a charm now. If using for... » Read More It takes batteries.. We have been using it for two months now and haven't had to change batteries. Its pretty reliable. When daylight savings time happened, somehow it pushed out the alarm 1 hr and didn't change to accommodate the 1 hr spring ahead, so the machine was off by 2 hrs. Its definitely not tamper proof. If your getting this to prevent someone from getting into to it, look for something else. We purchased this for my Dads use and my husband had to take it to the hardware store to create some sort of extra lock on it so he couldn't get in to it. Works like a charm now. If using for pill dispense and reminder, works great! I hope that helps. « Show Less
872741
it uses 4 AA cells (or AAA, don't recall - but they are included) so it is easily moved.it is 'reliable' enough as far as the clock/timer and pill mechanism goes. the metal frame is a bit of a kludge and the tilt-to-dispense-pills is not an intuitive motion
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Had the reviews been read, you would have seen reference made to the cord. This is 110 Volt operated, not battery powered item. See previous answer to question.
1041862
Its not battery operated if that's what you are asking. You have to plug it in to use it.
1481304
Not corded-uses batteries only. Since it is LED batteries last quite a while.
1117242
Yes, it has a cord and can only be plugged into an outlet. It does not have battery operation capabilities. The cord is very long, stretching about 8 to 9 feet, which I found very useful.
272883
Yes, it comes with a power cord and must be plugged in to function as it does not run off of batteries.
1572897
It has to be plugged in to work. No batteries, but has an on/off button. I have it sitting on top of some files in the lower part of my desk as it doesn't really radiate a lot of heat unless it's close to you. I like it though.
552949
It's corded only - not rechargeable. Source: http://emjoi.com/Store/Products/AP-18MS
2183254
No, it is corded. I think it is probably more powerful since it is not battery powered. I would highly recommend it!
1777271
It's plug in. But weaker than the two battery operated ones I've owned. And the cord is constantly in the way.
554409
Works just fine "corded" or battery only. I've had mine for over 2 years now and love it. Has been used both ways in which you are questioning.
1467004
Battery life is pretty good. I like it because it is rechargeable. Just plug it into an outlet.
1839140
The version I bought (pictured to the left) has a cord, but my friend bought one that is battery operated. Personally, I would rather have a cord than worry about changing batteries or having to replace the unit because you cannot replace the batteries.
258879
It is constantly plugged in...The unit is corded. Hope that helps. It works great by the way.
1424185
It is powered by a 110/120 volt A/C cord. No problems so far with many uses.
2143442
There is a cord included with it to plug it in. Once it is charged it last a long time. I use mine daily, have had it 3 months and have charged it twice. I love mine
1972870
It's battery operated. But don't worry, it doesn't work with batteries, either.