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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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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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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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I have the V2. It adjusts for weather.
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flashmob27
04-05-2021 at 11:30 AM.
04-05-2021 at 11:30 AM.
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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CoolDealFinder
04-05-2021 at 12:09 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:09 PM.
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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mrayray09
04-05-2021 at 12:14 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:14 PM.
Buying a new house. Our current house is in a HOA where they handle the sprinklers. I definitely want to get something smart. We live in South Florida, so at times can get a good amount of rain but also can get a ton of sun. Where I am moving, water is a little more expensive. I may look into doing a well, but want to conserve as much as possible.

Any suggestions in what to look in? Not on a tight budget, dont want to blow the bank though (especially since a well may cost a few $$$).
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WEVUDO
04-05-2021 at 12:22 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:22 PM.
I just installed the wyze unit. I think it was $45. Worked well but we'll see how it lasts
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Hgo
04-05-2021 at 12:24 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:24 PM.
Woot says "New" .., not refurbished
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AndrewA1269
04-05-2021 at 12:31 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:31 PM.
Check with your city and Ayer and see if they run any promotions on these. I was able to get one for 35 bucks last year.
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mazzers
04-05-2021 at 12:37 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:37 PM.
Check your local utility company for rebates. I got mine free through SMUD.org.
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NuttRN
04-05-2021 at 12:53 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:53 PM.
If I only need the 8 zones, is it worth trying to return the $140 16-zone Gen 3 that just got delivered an hour ago from previous SD?
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BeepBopBeep
04-05-2021 at 12:56 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:56 PM.
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 have had one of these since 2016 I believe and had no problems at all! I believe you received a lemon
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BeepBopBeep
04-05-2021 at 12:57 PM.
04-05-2021 at 12:57 PM.
Quote from NuttRN :
If I only need the 8 zones, is it worth trying to return the $140 16-zone Gen 3 that just got delivered an hour ago from previous SD?

If you don't plan on adding additional zones, then yes you should.
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Urgkd754
04-05-2021 at 01:07 PM.
04-05-2021 at 01:07 PM.
Delete ?
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bullet2300
04-05-2021 at 01:13 PM.
04-05-2021 at 01:13 PM.
Quote from adrianabanana :
Can this be adjusted to work with drip irrigation?

instead of the outlet being. sprinkler can I connect it to drip irrigation,?
I had one connected to sprinkler as well as drip system, yes. Make sure to set it up that way in the app. Seemed to work well for us!
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V-007
04-05-2021 at 01:30 PM.
04-05-2021 at 01:30 PM.
YMMV
I was able to get a Gen 3 8 zone new from my local water company promo / rebate for $99.

For reference promo was through nyam water.
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DanielB6409
04-05-2021 at 01:45 PM.
04-05-2021 at 01:45 PM.
Is this smart controller smart enough for me to program this to make Bellagio Hotel Fountain -style displays using my sprinklers?
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vermillioncore
04-05-2021 at 02:11 PM.
04-05-2021 at 02:11 PM.
I was a fan of Rachio until last year when my lawn started getting brown. I noticed later that Rachio was giving me notifications that my lawn was being watered but the sprinklers would never come on. I just reset my wifi connection in the app and everything worked again. I thought it was a one-off thing and ignore but I was wrong.
I just had a new sod and assumed the sprinkler to be on - wrong again and had the same issue. After this, I can't recommend Rachio anymore
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