Our guide of the predecessor model dates back to 2004 - in that time, some will have done, you might think. Just because it is an electronic product that is based on a software and have taken place in IT over the same period unbelievable progress.
When comparing the HR25 is actually an evolution, but definitely not one that justifies the much higher price. The exterior was a little changed, the knob is no longer gray, but in chrome gloss plastic, the display has been modernized and brought the software to a new level.
So far so good.
Positives:
- The unit contains the same features as its predecessor plus some really rarely used and new points.
- The main element fits to the holders of the predecessor model, so you need not even screw for replacement.
- A simple basic programming is already done. That was not as on the former model.
Negatives:
- The guide consisted of several pages earlier me very good and detailed description. This was crammed together with the new features on a single page, making a confusing and unnecessarily complicated impression.
- The wheel that high yet clicked the old model in the rotation, hooked and feels very cheap and even unpleasant. This feel is not nearly with the shiny chrome finish.
- The new program points can unfortunately be achieved only very cumbersome.
- Some of the new features can only be reached via the 10, 15 or 25-second pressing a particular button. Something I was already in the introduction of digital watches an abomination and should not be in such a device, because of the three buttons is still the wheel. This provides a total enough options for smooth operation.
- The 'window or balcony door is offen' recognition works just as bad as the old model.
Conclusion:
Overall, I gained the impression that the manufacturer wanted after a long time with a successful model times bring out an update to entice new customers from the HR-25. And were it not for the previous model, this one would be thoroughly recommended.
But in this case the old device from the price / performance ratio is better than the new, so I say, prefer buying the old model. The saving effect is the same.
Deducted a star for the deteriorated hardware and a star of the worsened manual / software.
