Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller (8-Zone)
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
EPA WaterSense certified smart sprinkler that saves up to 32% water
Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller (8-Zone)Specifications
- Price
- $141.99
- Device type
- Smart Sprinkler Controller
- Ecosystems
- Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit
- Rooms
- outdoor
- Connectivity
- wifi
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- No
- Matter certified
- No
- Installation
- DIY
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- No
- Voice control
- Yes
About
The Rachio 3 is the leading smart sprinkler controller, using real-time weather intelligence to automatically skip or adjust watering schedules when rain is detected. EPA WaterSense certified, it integrates with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, and installs in under 30 minutes with no special tools. The free Rachio app requires no monthly subscription and provides detailed water usage reports.
Pros
- +EPA WaterSense certified, 32% avg water savings
- +No monthly subscription fee
- +Real-time weather intelligence
- +Installs in under 30 minutes
- +HomeKit + Alexa + Google Home support
Cons
- −Only works with in-ground sprinkler systems
- −App required for full control
- −No Matter support yet
About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.