RACHIOSmart Hose Timer with WiFi Hub for Outdoor Watering | Easy Faucet Install, Automate Water & Sprinkler Schedules for Lawn, Garden, & Yard Care.

Works great. I can now water our deck plants remotely.

Title: A Game Changer for Lawn Care: Rachio Smart Hose Timer ReviewAs someone always seeking efficiency in my lawn care routine, I recently incorporated the Rachio Smart Hose Timer into my arsenal, and I must say, it's been a game changer. This review encapsulates my experience with this innovative product, which has truly exceeded my expectations.From the moment I unboxed the Rachio Smart Hose Timer, I was impressed by its sleek design and user-friendly interface. Setting it up was a breeze, thanks to the intuitive mobile app that guided me through the process step by step. Within minutes, I had connected the device to my Wi-Fi network and synced it with my smartphone – talk about convenience!What truly sets the Rachio Smart Hose Timer apart is its advanced technology. With customizable schedules and precise watering control, I can ensure that my lawn receives just the right amount of water, at the right times, without any wastage. The app even takes local weather forecasts into account, automatically adjusting watering schedules to account for rain or drought conditions – now that's smart!But perhaps the feature I appreciate most is the ability to remotely monitor and control my watering system from anywhere. Whether I'm at work, on vacation, or simply lounging in my backyard, I can easily check on my lawn's watering status and make adjustments on the fly using the Rachio app. It offers peace of mind knowing that my lawn is being cared for, even when I'm not physically present.In terms of performance, the Rachio Smart Hose Timer delivers consistent results. The water flow is steady and reliable, ensuring thorough coverage across my entire lawn and garden beds. Plus, the durability of the device is impressive – it's built to withstand the elements, ensuring years of trouble-free operation.Overall, I couldn't be happier with my decision to invest in the Rachio Smart Hose Timer. It's not just a convenience; it's a time-saving, water-saving, and ultimately, a stress-saving solution for anyone looking to elevate their lawn care game. If you're in the market for a smart watering system, look no further – the Rachio Smart Hose Timer is just what you need.

The Rachio Smart Hose Timer is a game-changer for anyone looking to simplify and optimize their garden watering routine. Here are some of the standout features and my overall experience with the product:**Setup and Installation:**Setting up the Rachio Smart Hose Timer was a breeze. The instructions were clear, and within minutes, I had the device up and running.**Phone App:**The accompanying phone app is intuitive and user-friendly. I appreciated how easy it was to navigate through the various settings and customize my watering schedules. The interface is clean, and the app offers helpful prompts and tips, making it accessible even for those who aren't tech-savvy.**Multiple Valves:**One of the features I find particularly useful is the ability to control multiple valves simultaneously. This allows me to manage different zones in my garden with precision, ensuring each area gets the appropriate amount of water.**Smart Soak Feature:**The Smart Soak feature is a thoughtful addition, especially for those with clay soils. This feature pauses watering to allow time for the water to soak in, preventing runoff and ensuring deep soil penetration.**Automatic Rain Skip/Delay:**The automatic rain skip/delay feature is another highlight. It intelligently adjusts the watering schedule based on real-time weather data, saving water and preventing overwatering. This not only conserves water but also protects plants from being watered unnecessarily during rainy periods.**Overall Performance:**The Rachio Smart Hose Timer performs reliably and efficiently. The smart features integrate seamlessly, providing a hands-off experience that gives me peace of mind knowing my garden is being cared for, even when I'm not home.**Conclusion:**The Rachio Smart Hose Timer is a must-have for anyone looking to take the hassle out of garden maintenance. Its easy setup, user-friendly app, and intelligent features make it a standout product in the smart garden category. While it's a bit of an investment, the convenience and efficiency it brings to garden care are well worth it. I used two competing product in the past and had many problems them but the Rachio has been problem free!

The media could not be loaded.  Great product. Good thing I decided to buy this after reading some negative amazon review. It is Good quality too.

With a late spring and early summer having almost no rain, I had to find an answer. First, I started lining the garden with drip hoses. After that, I wanted automation.With this device, I was able to automate my morning and night watering of the vegetable garden with minimal intervention. It's perfectly effective and super smart once set up! It automatically skips watering if it has rained that day or night before-- your choice!The app is simple and beautiful. The device is minimalist and easy to use. Once set up it's set it and forget it. You can run it from the app-- you can run it from the device-- and the app tells you when watering did and didn't happen, and if a watering was intentionally skipped. I love it. I bought a second one to manage one-off water sprinkler usage easily.Now for the room for improvement: The app could use a little improvement only during the initial install and setup phase. There were some things that didn't quite explain everything thoroughly between the steps of unboxing things, then having it in the field and with water pressure turned on for some testing before the app considers it fully ready and installed. I also had some logical flow instructions missing, for example, it works like Google Nest: First you add a home, then you add a wifi bridge, then you add a valve. The app doesn't necessarily tell you this 1,2,3 so I had to go back a little bit and start a different way.That being said, initial firmware updates went well and easily, and I haven't had a bad experience anywhere past that initial setup phase.There is only one other "gotcha" that surprised me a bit that you should be aware of:The Wifi unit has to be INDOORS (not a surprise) but it has to be within 200' of the valve (surprise) so if you need to BOTH have it indoors PLUS within 200' of the valve, it could pose some yard logistics issues for you depending on where you have indoors space plus wifi coverage. Having wifi coverage at the location of the valve is not the "only" requirement.Even with those limitations and app setup confusion, this is still a 5 star product due to it's price point, functionality, design and innovative solution. I love it completely.