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Costco Members: Rachio 3 12-Zone Smart Wi-Fi Sprinkler Controller

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$150

$200

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Costco Wholesale has for Members: Rachio 3 12-Zone Weather Intelligent Smart Wi-Fi Sprinkler Controller on sale for $149.99 valid for Costco Members only. Shipping is free.

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Note, must login to your Costco account w/ an active membership to purchase.

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  • Price Research
    • At the time of research, this product is $50 lower (25% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices ranging from $199.99.
  • About the Deal
    • The Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller uses real weather data, helping you save water/keep your lawn healthy. Setup schedule that adjust based on plant type, sun exposure and more and control everything via the Rachio app.
    • Offer valid through March 20, 2026 or while promotional price/supplies last.
  • Additional Details
    • Product is eligible for return to any of the 800+ Costco warehouses worldwide.
    • If you don’t have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign up here.

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Costco Wholesale has for Members: Rachio 3 12-Zone Weather Intelligent Smart Wi-Fi Sprinkler Controller on sale for $149.99 valid for Costco Members only. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member qualm_recognition for finding this deal.

Note, must login to your Costco account w/ an active membership to purchase.

Editor's Notes

Written by ValPal2011 | Staff
  • Price Research
    • At the time of research, this product is $50 lower (25% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices ranging from $199.99.
  • About the Deal
    • The Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller uses real weather data, helping you save water/keep your lawn healthy. Setup schedule that adjust based on plant type, sun exposure and more and control everything via the Rachio app.
    • Offer valid through March 20, 2026 or while promotional price/supplies last.
  • Additional Details
    • Product is eligible for return to any of the 800+ Costco warehouses worldwide.
    • If you don’t have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign up here.

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Slickfeelsonly
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This was easy to install and works great for 2 years thus far, but I'm annoyed by how things are scheduled. I'm in the desert with changing water restrictions throughout the year and major changes in weather and it just doesn't seem to be easy to get schedules set the way I want them or to SCHEDULE an extra watering easily. Once schedules are set it's largely fine, but seems like I have to work against it to get what I want. Don't know if any of the other systems are easier in this regard.

Favorite thing though is being able to turn any zone on/off from my phone. Makes it so much easier to do testing and repairs.

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Mar 16, 2026 08:23 PM
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willzyx1Mar 16, 2026 08:23 PM
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Paid $130 for it from Costco in 2023 during a sale. But considering everything, $150 is actually a good price. Zero issues with mine since install.
Mar 17, 2026 04:07 AM
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Chev1020Mar 17, 2026 04:07 AM
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Been waiting for this sale again! Thanks!!
Mar 17, 2026 04:13 AM
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SlickfeelsonlyMar 17, 2026 04:13 AM
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This was easy to install and works great for 2 years thus far, but I'm annoyed by how things are scheduled. I'm in the desert with changing water restrictions throughout the year and major changes in weather and it just doesn't seem to be easy to get schedules set the way I want them or to SCHEDULE an extra watering easily. Once schedules are set it's largely fine, but seems like I have to work against it to get what I want. Don't know if any of the other systems are easier in this regard.

Favorite thing though is being able to turn any zone on/off from my phone. Makes it so much easier to do testing and repairs.
Mar 17, 2026 05:12 AM
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AstroballsMar 17, 2026 05:12 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Astroballs

Had mine running about the same as others who've commented on here, 2 years. Integrates nicely with home assistant too, so you can implement your own weather station or soil humidity sensors.

Check your local jurisdictions for possible rebates on sprinkler controllers. I was able to get $150 back on my purchase, making it close to free.
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Mar 17, 2026 02:44 PM
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iamzeusMar 17, 2026 02:44 PM
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Quote from Slickfeelsonly :
This was easy to install and works great for 2 years thus far, but I'm annoyed by how things are scheduled. I'm in the desert with changing water restrictions throughout the year and major changes in weather and it just doesn't seem to be easy to get schedules set the way I want them or to SCHEDULE an extra watering easily. Once schedules are set it's largely fine, but seems like I have to work against it to get what I want. Don't know if any of the other systems are easier in this regard.

Favorite thing though is being able to turn any zone on/off from my phone. Makes it so much easier to do testing and repairs.
I've tried scheduling an extra watering and found it to be simply not possible. Aside from that, mine has been running solid for 7 years with zero issues.
Mar 18, 2026 12:07 AM
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rainlakeMar 18, 2026 12:07 AM
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My RainMachine is giving up. Probably should get this
Mar 18, 2026 02:22 AM
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realchristmasMar 18, 2026 02:22 AM
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Question: We moved into a house with an installed, older sprinkler system. How can I determine if the old controller can be replaced with this one? Would I use a sprinkler company to install it? Thanks.

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Mar 18, 2026 02:26 AM
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alMacMar 18, 2026 02:26 AM
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Quote from realchristmas :
Question: We moved into a house with an installed, older sprinkler system. How can I determine if the old controller can be replaced with this one? Would I use a sprinkler company to install it? Thanks.
You can review the installation video at Rachio site.

You can also call Rachio customer service and they will help you identify and rewire the zones to this new controller. You take a picture, send them and they will talk you through rewiring.

If you are handy you should be able to do this yourself. Hope that helps.
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Mar 18, 2026 02:34 AM
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CrazySaguaroMar 18, 2026 02:34 AM
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I've had my Rachio for years and love it. Like the others, I live in the desert and would love to bump up the daily auto watering but I can't. So once a day during the summer I manually run my zones to sneak more water in.

You will also want to buy the optional "flow meter" so the Rachio knows when water is flowing and how much. Mine has been invaluable for finding leaks immediately and helping me identify issues.
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Mar 18, 2026 02:59 AM
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Mar 18, 2026 03:00 AM
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Juggernaut_510Mar 18, 2026 03:00 AM
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Quote from realchristmas :
Question: We moved into a house with an installed, older sprinkler system. How can I determine if the old controller can be replaced with this one? Would I use a sprinkler company to install it? Thanks.
I had same scenario, it should work. Install was a breeze.
Mar 18, 2026 03:16 AM
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pseudoswedeMar 18, 2026 03:16 AM
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Quote from rainlake :
My RainMachine is giving up. Probably should get this
Pretty crazy how they moved all remote access functions behind a subscription then pretty much disappeared.
Mar 18, 2026 03:39 AM
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txabMar 18, 2026 03:39 AM
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Quote from Juggernaut_510 :
I got this version for $60 at Sam's club 4 years ago. This is not a deal!.
That was an end of season clearance deal
Mar 18, 2026 04:18 AM
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oilman1Mar 18, 2026 04:18 AM
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Quote from Juggernaut_510 :
I got this version for $60 at Sam's club 4 years ago. This is not a deal!.
Got a time machine?

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Mar 18, 2026 04:25 AM
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iluvmyshMar 18, 2026 04:25 AM
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Had a chance to buy this vs a Rainmachine years ago and went with the Rainmachine. Now Rainmachine requires a subscription to use remotely. Guess my gamble didn't pay off. Does this one require a subscription as well?

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