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

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04-20-2018 at 10:39 AM #3

what's the difference between Rachio 3 and the older version?

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04-20-2018 at 10:49 AM #4

The code worked on the 2nd generation 16 zone for me as well.

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04-20-2018 at 10:54 AM #5

Gen 2 with the discount is $129.99

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04-20-2018 at 11:13 AM #6

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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04-20-2018 at 11:26 AM #7

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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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04-20-2018 at 11:34 AM #8

whats the diff between gen 2 & 3 ?

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04-20-2018 at 11:42 AM #9

Nice. I was just regretting missing the original deal.

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04-20-2018 at 11:59 AM #10

Quote from magnolia200 :

what's the difference between Rachio 3 and the older version?

Rachio 3 is the only controller equipped with hyperlocal Weather Intelligence™ Plus and Rachio Wireless Flow Meter compatibility, Dual band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz).

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04-20-2018 at 11:59 AM #11

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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04-20-2018 at 12:04 PM #12

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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04-20-2018 at 12:48 PM #13

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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04-20-2018 at 02:13 PM #14

Sweet. I've been waiting to see if they'd offer the pre-sale price again.

Thanks OP!

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04-20-2018 at 02:49 PM #15

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)