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Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller, 12-Zone $149.99. Costco 8/9/2021-8/13/2021

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https://www.costco.com/rachio-3-s...81393.html



Features:
Intuitive App Allows Schedule Monitoring and Adjusting from Anywhere
New Rachio Yard Map! Create a Virtual Landscape with Auto Yard Mapping
Automatic Rain, Wind and Freeze Skips with Weather Intelligence™ Plus
Seamless Integration with Google Assistant, Alexa and Apple Homekit
Keep Plants Healthy While Saving up to 50% on Outdoor Water Use
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Back again starting today 8/9/2021

https://www.costco.com/rachio-3-s...81393.html



Features:
Intuitive App Allows Schedule Monitoring and Adjusting from Anywhere
New Rachio Yard Map! Create a Virtual Landscape with Auto Yard Mapping
Automatic Rain, Wind and Freeze Skips with Weather Intelligence™ Plus
Seamless Integration with Google Assistant, Alexa and Apple Homekit
Keep Plants Healthy While Saving up to 50% on Outdoor Water Use

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Aug 09, 2021 08:20 PM
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NathanMcAug 09, 2021 08:20 PM
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I only have 4 zones in my yard, but want a capable smart sprinkler controller. Rachio's equivalent 8 zone controller currently costs $50 more than the 12 zone, which doesn't make any sense. Would it make sense to just buy this controller even though I'd only be utilizing 33% of its physical capacity?
Aug 09, 2021 11:03 PM
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m3incorpAug 09, 2021 11:03 PM
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I'm in the same situation, but I think I will buy it since it's rated as one of the best controllers. I would not want to buy one with 4 zones at a similar cost and it not be as good.
Aug 10, 2021 12:24 AM
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tangodoodeAug 10, 2021 12:24 AM
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I'm starting out with planning my own sprinkler system. I'm going to trench for 5 sprinklers initially. Any good deals on valves/valve sets compatible with this rachio?
Aug 10, 2021 12:59 AM
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CalmPear884Aug 10, 2021 12:59 AM
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Great deal! I just paid the same for the 3e model 3 weeks ago. I have a 6 zone and Rachio is absolutely amazing, easy to use and highly highly recommend grabbing this one.
Aug 10, 2021 01:14 AM
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DonkeyKong210Aug 10, 2021 01:14 AM
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Is this easy to install?
Aug 10, 2021 01:15 AM
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naiLS1Aug 10, 2021 01:15 AM
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I've had one for a few years and it's been great.
Aug 10, 2021 01:24 AM
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mktbullyAug 10, 2021 01:24 AM
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Quote from tangodoode :
I'm starting out with planning my own sprinkler system. I'm going to trench for 5 sprinklers initially. Any good deals on valves/valve sets compatible with this rachio?
I think almost all valves should work with the controller. 2 wire hook up for each valve. I have rain bird valves on my system.

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Aug 10, 2021 01:27 AM
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mktbullyAug 10, 2021 01:27 AM
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Quote from DonkeyKong210 :
Is this easy to install?
Define easy. You need to run household current to it and then wire it to the valves. If you can mount it inside (garage or something similar) then you don't have to worry much about moisture. If you're mounting it outdoors I personally would recommend an enclosure. Rachio sells one that fits the controller.
Aug 10, 2021 02:23 AM
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ShushiiTAug 10, 2021 02:23 AM
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Lightning storm fried our R2 and this is the only one that is fairly decent value; can't go back to an analog with fall reseed around the corner
Aug 10, 2021 06:59 PM
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AD935Aug 10, 2021 06:59 PM
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Also make use of the rebate program - Many of the water districts offer rebates for Weather Based Irrigation Controllers and Rachio is included
Aug 10, 2021 07:37 PM
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CjchapsAug 10, 2021 07:37 PM
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I replaced my hunter unit with one of these. No new wiring needed and no issues so far. You can tell it which zones are not used in the app so having only a few zones with a 12 zone unit is no problem.
Aug 10, 2021 07:50 PM
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DonkeyKong210Aug 10, 2021 07:50 PM
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Quote from Cjchaps :
I replaced my hunter unit with one of these. No new wiring needed and no issues so far. You can tell it which zones are not used in the app so having only a few zones with a 12 zone unit is no problem.
I've got a Hunter pro c unit currently installed…..would you say it's easy to change to the Rachio?
Aug 11, 2021 03:03 PM
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TealLeopard348Aug 11, 2021 03:03 PM
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Sorry for the dumb question here but I'm new to sprinkler systems. Does this include the actual sprinklers? It doesn't seem so, so how much do those usually run?
Aug 11, 2021 03:09 PM
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CjchapsAug 11, 2021 03:09 PM
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Quote from DonkeyKong210 :
I've got a Hunter pro c unit currently installed…..would you say it's easy to change to the Rachio?
I had the pro C unit also and it was an easy replacement for me. I read the install instructions and just moved the wires to the Rachio as indicated and it works fine. I'm no expert by any means so your install might be setup differently.

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Aug 11, 2021 03:10 PM
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CjchapsAug 11, 2021 03:10 PM
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Quote from TealLeopard348 :
Sorry for the dumb question here but I'm new to sprinkler systems. Does this include the actual sprinklers? It doesn't seem so, so how much do those usually run?
This is the controller unit only, nothing else is included. Getting sprinklers installed properly from a landscaping company will cost thousands.

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