It is a pity that this is not included in the kit that comes with the toothbrush as it did with previous toothbrushes. In the past, I have bought two Triumph 6000 sets and both inclded the timer. Alternatively, the Genius should be compatible with the timers that came with the Triumphs.It is disappointing to spend a lot of money on a new appliance to find that the kit is incomplete, particularly since I am a pensioner and can ill-affford to purchase what I would consider to be part of the appliance.