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Costco Members: 12-Zone Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller

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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: 12-Zone Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller on sale for $99.99. Shipping is free.

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Note: Non-Members may purchase but are subject to a 5% surcharge. Item may be available in your local warehouse for a lower, non-delivered price.

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 and Alexa
  • Keep Plants Healthy While Saving up to 50% on Outdoor Water Use

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  • About this deal:
    • Valid 1/20/24 through 1/22/24. Limit 2 per member. While supplies last.
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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: 12-Zone Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller on sale for $99.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member migdigital for sharing this deal

Note: Non-Members may purchase but are subject to a 5% surcharge. Item may be available in your local warehouse for a lower, non-delivered price.

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 and Alexa
  • Keep Plants Healthy While Saving up to 50% on Outdoor Water Use

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Valid 1/20/24 through 1/22/24. Limit 2 per member. While supplies last.
  • About this store:
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.

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hotcash85
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Amazon has the 16 zone. It's a used - like new on discount for $83.

Rachio 16ZULW-C 16 Zone: 3rd Generation Smart Sprinkler Controller with Hyperlocal Weather Intelligence,Grey https://a.co/d/3BJd8U5

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Jan 21, 2024 08:09 AM
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Mr_SpiffyJan 21, 2024 08:09 AM
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Quote from ltrinh :
Rachio is still selling Rachio 3 as best seller on their site. I doubt you don't get full warranty from them.
I'm sure you're right, but I'll let others take that chance and buy a newer model if it goes on sale. We have a basic controller now that can take enough zones, so this isn't a pressing purchase for me.
Jan 21, 2024 10:32 AM
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ansonvsJan 21, 2024 10:32 AM
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Quote from izarkhin :
Valves, pipes in the ground, sprinkler heads, controller, and wires from the valves to the controller
Which is the reliable brand wireless sprinkler controller with valves set?
Jan 21, 2024 01:08 PM
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JoeBlo1979Jan 21, 2024 01:08 PM
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Just had a Rainbird system installed last fall. I can purchase/install their wifi module for $100 or go with this system. From what I'm reading, if the Rachio cloud is down/unavailable this unit has no internal memory to run on its own? Looking at the negative reviews on Costco.com, reliability of the Rachio seems to be an issue, seems to be very sensitive to power outages.
Jan 21, 2024 02:36 PM
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armedmetallicaJan 21, 2024 02:36 PM
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I have a Gen2 (16 zones), only using 10... Worth swapping out at this price? No rebates or anything to sweeten it.
Jan 21, 2024 03:42 PM
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izarkhinJan 21, 2024 03:42 PM
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Quote from JoeBlo1979 :
Just had a Rainbird system installed last fall. I can purchase/install their wifi module for $100 or go with this system. From what I'm reading, if the Rachio cloud is down/unavailable this unit has no internal memory to run on its own? Looking at the negative reviews on Costco.com, reliability of the Rachio seems to be an issue, seems to be very sensitive to power outages.
I installed mine 3 years ago and never had an issue with the cloud being down. Didn't even know it's a thing until I read the comments here. Even if the cloud is down your rachio will continue to run as scheduled. It will only lose access to weather and other smart features like Alexa integration, etc.
Jan 21, 2024 03:47 PM
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izarkhinJan 21, 2024 03:47 PM
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Quote from ansonvs :
Which is the reliable brand wireless sprinkler controller with valves set?
I have rachio for 3 years and never had an issue with it. Not sure about the valves. Mine were installed before I bought the house so at least 18 years ago.
Jan 21, 2024 04:03 PM
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Like2HelpJan 21, 2024 04:03 PM
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Quote from OhOkThen :
I have rainbird with wifi and i use iPhone app to maintain everything from it. Is it worth to move to Rachio 3? What does it do better than rainbird
Multiple things:
  1. It connects to local weather stations and adjust the operation.
  2. Automatically adjusts to the seasonal changes
  3. The spray operation iteslf is smart (ex:- If your backyard spray is set to spray for 20 mins, it does it in intervals i.e. sprays for a couple of minutes, gives a break until the soil is well soaked and comes back).
  4. Lets you control zones and sprinklers from your smart phone.

    Check you local city for discounts. Some of these brands/models qualify, if such a plan is in place by your local city.
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Jan 21, 2024 07:19 PM
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ansonvsJan 21, 2024 07:19 PM
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Quote from izarkhin :
I have rachio for 3 years and never had an issue with it. Not sure about the valves. Mine were installed before I bought the house so at least 18 years ago.
Plan to install a new sprinkler this year and interested in a new wireless controller. Amazon has some but don't know much about the reliability. Save time for digging and install wires.
Jan 21, 2024 08:02 PM
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izarkhinJan 21, 2024 08:02 PM
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Quote from ansonvs :
Plan to install a new sprinkler this year and interested in a new wireless controller. Amazon has some but don't know much about the reliability. Save time for digging and install wires.
I don't understand how it would save you time on digging. Valves need to be installed next to the water source. Which is typically not near the spots you need to water. So, you still need to dig for pipes. If you install wireless valves, you need to get electricity for them from somewhere. So, now you are limited not only by the water source location, but also by the location of electrical outlets. Else, you still need wires. Also, you will be reliant on the internet connection quality, which is usually not that good outside the house. All wireless watering "systems" I found on Amazon are for controlling a single watering device, like a hose. But maybe I just didn't look too close since I'm not interested.
Last edited by izarkhin January 21, 2024 at 01:05 PM.
Jan 21, 2024 08:12 PM
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StirlitzJan 21, 2024 08:12 PM
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Quote from t99 :
Yes, and last year their cloud service was down quite frequently... or at least seemed to be out every time I was working on my sprinklers. When cloud was down, could only turn on sprinkler manually.
Thanks, so I guess it does depend on the cloud to be able to function.
Jan 21, 2024 09:05 PM
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ltrinhJan 21, 2024 09:05 PM
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Quote from JoeBlo1979 :
Just had a Rainbird system installed last fall. I can purchase/install their wifi module for $100 or go with this system. From what I'm reading, if the Rachio cloud is down/unavailable this unit has no internal memory to run on its own? Looking at the negative reviews on Costco.com, reliability of the Rachio seems to be an issue, seems to be very sensitive to power outages.
I live in SoCal and had Rachio for over 10 years with 0 issue.
I dont water every day. If the network happens to be down on the water day, then my lawn may be skipped for on cycle, not big deal.
Jan 22, 2024 01:19 AM
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izarkhinJan 22, 2024 01:19 AM
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Quote from Stirlitz :
Thanks, so I guess it does depend on the cloud to be able to function.
Not true. It will continue operating as programmed. It will only lose access to smart features such as weather, Alexa integration, etc. And you won't be able to reprogram it until the cloud connection is restored. That said, I haven't had a single issue with cloud connection in the 3 years I have it installed.
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Jan 22, 2024 02:18 AM
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jpr0930Jan 22, 2024 02:18 AM
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Quote from bmiller0 :
I think this is catered to landscaping pros. Rachio still sells the 3 on their website https://rachio.com/products/rachio-3/
100% correct. Came to say the same and counter the spread of FUD.
Jan 22, 2024 05:19 AM
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bcm00reJan 22, 2024 05:19 AM
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Quote from venky :
https://rachio.com/rebates/
Most water districts offer up to $250 rebate or more , depending on the zip code
Making this a $0 purchase or make $$ if you have it installed for the first time on your address
Most? LOL -- I checked every zip code I have lived (and even a few I just visited) and none had a rebate.

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Jan 22, 2024 07:32 AM
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TheDoubleHJan 22, 2024 07:32 AM
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Quote from Stirlitz :
Do any of its features rely on cloud services? Can you setup/use it on WiFi only, and not just watering when internet is temporary down?
Yes and no. Yes - it relies on Internet for weather conditions, to enable a skip. I believe that if connection isn't there, it keeps the schedule.

I've had Generation 1 for more than eight years, and haven't had any issues. Just upgraded one of my controllers to Gen 3 (in order to start it without having to use your phone).

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