I don't know of any alternatives right now. I received one as a gift in December and have worn it even day since. I searched through the sub to see if it had been posted before and couldn't find any reference so I figured I'd share it for anyone who hadn't seen it. It is a bit pricey but what you get is a very durable, well designed alternative to talking watches, which I refuse to use for many reasons. I would buy another one for myself in a heartbeat, it's just that useful and well designed.