I like the Aubes for the same reasons. I still like the interface and
the "auto random" feature on the Intermatics, though. After a few
weeks, my Aube is still going strong, but of course, that doesn't mean
much. The real test is for the long haul, and this thread will be
closed by then.

I also installed the Intermatic EJ500 (had them send me that instead of
a new SS7). It's a bigger unit, that doesn't fit so well in the
junction box, but it works. Flush to the wall, internal battery like
the Aube. Interface is not as nice as the SS7, comparable with the
Aube IMO.

So I now have 4 legacy SS7s, 1 Aube 1034, and 1 EJ500. The race is on!
Whichever timer dies last, wins!