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Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller: 16-Zone $230, 8-Zone Expired

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Rachio has Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller on sale listed below when you apply $50 off discount code EARTH50IFTTT in cart. Shipping is free. Thanks room1419
  • Rachio 3
    • Rachio 3 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $179.99
    • Rachio 3 16-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $229.99
  • Rachio 2
    • Rachio 2 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $129.99

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Sale/discount is valid through 4/22 or while supplies last. Also be sure to check if you qualify for any rebates through your local Water Company. Refer to forum thread for additional deal ideas and discussion. 
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Rachio.com is offering their Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller $50 off w/ discount code EARTH50IFTTT(apply in cart to receive discount). Valid through April 22nd . This is the same pricing as the pre-order launch sale price last month.

Shipping is free.

Note, must apply the listed discount code to receive discount.

Available Selection (w/ discount coupon)
Rachio 3

https://www.rachio.com/rachio-3/

Rachio 3 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $179.99
Rachio 3 16-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $229.99

Rachio 3 + Wireless Flow Meter

https://www.rachio.com/smart-water-system

Rachio 3 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller + Wireless Flow Meter $279.99
Rachio 3 16-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller + Wireless Flow Meter $329.99

https://www.rachio.com/gen-2

Rachio 2 8-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $129.99
Rachio 216-Zone Smart Sprinkler Controller $179.99

https://www.rachio.com/rachio-3/
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magnolia200
04-20-2018 at 09:39 AM.
04-20-2018 at 09:39 AM.
what's the difference between Rachio 3 and the older version?
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steve89lx
04-20-2018 at 09:49 AM.
04-20-2018 at 09:49 AM.
The code worked on the 2nd generation 16 zone for me as well.
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Primexcel
04-20-2018 at 09:54 AM.
04-20-2018 at 09:54 AM.
Gen 2 with the discount is $129.99
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aibranossian
04-20-2018 at 10:13 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:13 AM.
Great deal on both the gen 3 and gen 2, got mine (gen 3) for free since my local water district provides $200 rebate.
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sctrojan_81
04-20-2018 at 10:26 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:26 AM.
Quote from aibranossian :
Great deal on both the gen 3 and gen 2, got mine (gen 3) for free since my local water district provides $200 rebate.

where can i find that my water company will provide any rebate on this or not?
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sctrojan_81
04-20-2018 at 10:34 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:34 AM.
whats the diff between gen 2 & 3 ?
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SteveBear
04-20-2018 at 10:42 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:42 AM.
Nice. I was just regretting missing the original deal.
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room1419
04-20-2018 at 10:59 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:59 AM.
Quote from magnolia200 :
what's the difference between Rachio 3 and the older version?
Rachio 3 is the only controller equipped with hyperlocal Weather Intelligenceā„¢ Plus and Rachio Wireless Flow Meter compatibility, Dual band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz).
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ElliotM5968
04-20-2018 at 10:59 AM.
04-20-2018 at 10:59 AM.
Quote from sctrojan_81 :
whats the diff between gen 2 & 3 ?
The biggest feature of the Rachio3 is the added support for wireless add-ons such as the Rachio Flow Meter. The flow meter enables real-time leak detection/shut off and accurate outdoor water usage. It also comes with an improved weather service.
There are a few hardware upgrades as well such as support for 5 GHz WiFi, improved valve connectors, and a magnetic faceplate.
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aibranossian
04-20-2018 at 11:04 AM.
04-20-2018 at 11:04 AM.
Quote from sctrojan_81 :
where can i find that my water company will provide any rebate on this or not?

Rachio's site had a rebate finder I used during check out
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magnolia200
04-20-2018 at 11:48 AM.
04-20-2018 at 11:48 AM.
i remember there was some complaint that Rachio is a cloud only device, i.e. it won't be able to remember the settings if internet is down. is it still the case for 3rd gen?
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smmmm
04-20-2018 at 01:13 PM.
04-20-2018 at 01:13 PM.
Sweet. I've been waiting to see if they'd offer the pre-sale price again.

Thanks OP!
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ElliotM5968
04-20-2018 at 01:49 PM.
04-20-2018 at 01:49 PM.
Quote from magnolia200 :
i remember there was some complaint that Rachio is a cloud only device, i.e. it won't be able to remember the settings if internet is down. is it still the case for 3rd gen?
According to their support site the Rachio will continue to run the last schedule it received if it is offline for extended periods of time.
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While offline for long periods, your controller will run the last saved schedule created in the Rachio app. Any updates/changes to these watering schedules will upload to the controller the next time it reconnects with the cloud. However, while the controller is offline, it cannot receive schedule updates, skip watering times due to rain or freeze delays, or be run manually.
The Rachio3 supports manual runs as well using the buttons on the front panel, and I believe there is work being done to support creating schedules using only the app and direct communication with the controller. (no cloud)
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