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Rachio 8-Zone WiFi Smart Sprinkler Controller (Refurbished, 2nd Gen)

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Tools.Woot.com has Rachio 8-Zone WiFi Smart Sprinkler Controller (Refurbished, 2nd Gen) on sale for $89.99. Shipping is free w/ Amazon Prime or is otherwise a flat $6 per order.

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    • This sprinkler controller has received an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 based on over 4,800 Amazon customer reviews.
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    • You may return most purchases within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. If the item being returned is not damaged or defective, Woot! will deduct the prepaid cost of return shipping from the refund. Once the item is received by Woot!, the refund will be applied. The the full return policy for more details.

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Tools.Woot.com has Rachio 8-Zone WiFi Smart Sprinkler Controller (Refurbished, 2nd Gen) on sale for $89.99. Shipping is free w/ Amazon Prime or is otherwise a flat $6 per order.

Thanks to Deal Hunter DJ3xclusive for finding this deal.

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Written by oceanlake
  • About this product:
    • This sprinkler controller has received an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 based on over 4,800 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
    • You may return most purchases within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. If the item being returned is not damaged or defective, Woot! will deduct the prepaid cost of return shipping from the refund. Once the item is received by Woot!, the refund will be applied. The the full return policy for more details.

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Misterdobalina
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I've had this for a year with no issues. I would recommend it for my enemies who like their lawn watered properly
flashmob27
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I wouldn't buy any smart device that doesn't have a dumb mode. If an app is required to use it and the company goes out of business you might get screwed.
ric0suave
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I have the V2. It adjusts for weather.

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Apr 05, 2021 12:40 PM
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murrayd222Apr 05, 2021 12:40 PM
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This is for the previous generation. Though even the lite 3rd generation is more than this new Gen 2.

https://realweatherstation.com/ra...-vs-gen-3/
Apr 05, 2021 05:32 PM
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Shad0wguyApr 05, 2021 05:32 PM
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I just got a bhyve unit. Is the rachio better?
Apr 05, 2021 05:46 PM
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flashmob27Apr 05, 2021 05:46 PM
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I wouldn't buy any smart device that doesn't have a dumb mode. If an app is required to use it and the company goes out of business you might get screwed.
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Apr 05, 2021 05:51 PM
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sergomelApr 05, 2021 05:51 PM
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Quote from flashmob27 :
I wouldn't buy any smart device that doesn't have a dumb mode. If an app is required to use it and the company goes out of business you might get screwed.
Bought one from Costco. If company goes out of business, it goes right back to Costco. 😁
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Apr 05, 2021 05:51 PM
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conceptvbsApr 05, 2021 05:51 PM
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Quote from Shad0wguy :
I just got a bhyve unit. Is the rachio better?
Yes, it's a set it and forget it ( at least the version3 is). Version 2 doesn't have the auto weather adjustment.
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Apr 05, 2021 05:55 PM
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eng09utApr 05, 2021 05:55 PM
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I would t recommend this product to my worst enemy.

I've had nothing but problems with gen1 & gen2 16zone. Worked with customer service for months trying to get my gen2 working without any success. Finally moved on to the Bhive and I'm glad I did, not a single issue and over 10months of use
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Apr 05, 2021 06:01 PM
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cheapocharlieApr 05, 2021 06:01 PM
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Quote from flashmob27 :
I wouldn't buy any smart device that doesn't have a dumb mode. If an app is required to use it and the company goes out of business you might get screwed.
Taken from a quick google search:
"With the ability to connect to the Rachio app via 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, in addition to being controlled manually makes this controller best suited for the largest audience."

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Apr 05, 2021 06:01 PM
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MisterdobalinaApr 05, 2021 06:01 PM
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Quote from eng09ut :
I would t recommend this product to my worst enemy.

I've had nothing but problems with gen1 & gen2 16zone. Worked with customer service for months trying to get my gen2 working without any success. Finally moved on to the Bhive and I'm glad I did, not a single issue and over 10months of use
I've had this for a year with no issues. I would recommend it for my enemies who like their lawn watered properly
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Apr 05, 2021 06:08 PM
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Apr 05, 2021 06:08 PM
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Quote from conceptvbs :
Yes, it's a set it and forget it ( at least the version3 is). Version 2 doesn't have the auto weather adjustment.
I have the V2. It adjusts for weather.
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Apr 05, 2021 06:08 PM
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xllbenllxApr 05, 2021 06:08 PM
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I've had a refurbed gen2 for 2 years with no issues. The gen1 was a nightmare. Does anyone know if there's a diff bw a gen2 and a gen3? Thinking of purchasing one for my parents. Thanks in advance!
Apr 05, 2021 06:11 PM
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haroldminerApr 05, 2021 06:11 PM
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Quote from xllbenllx :
I've had a refurbed gen2 for 2 years with no issues. The gen1 was a nightmare. Does anyone know if there's a diff bw a gen2 and a gen3? Thinking of purchasing one for my parents. Thanks in advance!
I believe the only difference is the more localized weather.
Apr 05, 2021 06:19 PM
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EchoTonyApr 05, 2021 06:19 PM
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I've had the 1st gen unit for years and it works great! This is a bit easier to setup with the wifi, but otherwise it's the same. Great item to own.
While having automatic sprinklers isn't something new, this uses weather information (and can be hooked up to rain/water sensors) to decide to skip a scheduled watering.

What I love is when I'm doing maintenance, I can start and stop different zones with my phone. Or just randomly spray my kids when they are out back.
Apr 05, 2021 06:28 PM
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murrayd222Apr 05, 2021 06:28 PM
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Quote from EchoTony :
I've had the 1st gen unit for years and it works great! This is a bit easier to setup with the wifi, but otherwise it's the same. Great item to own.
While having automatic sprinklers isn't something new, this uses weather information (and can be hooked up to rain/water sensors) to decide to skip a scheduled watering.

What I love is when I'm doing maintenance, I can start and stop different zones with my phone. Or just randomly spray my kids when they are out back.
100% agree on sprinkler maintenance! Had to have our 59 year old orangeburgh sewer line replaced, which caused half my front yard to be destroyed. Between sprinkler pipes being cut, and sprinklers being broken by the backhoe, I was grateful to be able to cycle the system from my phone instead of having to make a trip to the back yard to turn on and again to turn off. Since we have watering restrictions here, I have the lite version of the Gen 3 because I don't need the forecast feature. I love it! Beats the heck out of my old manual Orbit timer.
Apr 05, 2021 06:30 PM
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flashmob27Apr 05, 2021 06:30 PM
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Quote from cheapocharlie :
Taken from a quick google search:
"With the ability to connect to the Rachio app via 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, in addition to being controlled manually makes this controller best suited for the largest audience."
After a quick video review, you are correct. If you take off the face plate it has manual controls underneath.

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Apr 05, 2021 07:09 PM
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CoolDealFinderApr 05, 2021 07:09 PM
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Quote from conceptvbs :
Yes, it's a set it and forget it ( at least the version3 is). Version 2 doesn't have the auto weather adjustment.
I have the gen 2 with 16 zones. We use all zones and it works awesome INCLUDING adjustment for weather. Check your facts!

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