Joe Fedewa
Smart home gadgets aren’t just for the inside of your home. Smart sprinkler systems are handy, but they can be pricey and have difficult installation. The Rachio Smart Hose Timer is a simpler solution to smart lawncare.
š The Rachio Smart Hose Timer is aĀ How-To Geek Best of CES 2023 award winner! Make sure to check out our full list of winners to learn more about exciting products coming in 2023.
Rachio is a company that makes connected devices centered around lawncare. TheĀ Rachio 3 16-Zone Controller is our top pick forĀ Best Smart Sprinkler Controllers and the newly announced Smart Hose Timer looks to be a nice addition to their lineup. So what is it?
TheĀ Rachio Smart Hose Timer is essentially a device that turns any ‘ol sprinkler you’d attach to a garden hose into a “smart” sprinkler. The device connects to a water spigot and garden hose, which allows it to control the flow of water. You can use the Rachio app to turn it on/off, create schedules, and set a timer for how long it stays on.
Think of it like a smart plug for your hose and sprinkler. Rather than buying a smart sprinkler, you can simply hook up theĀ Rachio Smart Hose Timer to the equipment you already own. In addition, it has built-in “Weather Intelligence,” which can automatically adjust watering schedules based on the weather and seasons.
TheĀ Rachio Smart Hose Timer will be available in March 2023 for $99 and it comes with everything you need to get it connected, including the Wi-Fi hub.
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