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Rachio 8ZULWC-L R3e Generation: Smart, 8 Zone Sprinkler Controller, Compatible with Alexa, Gen, Gray

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Item Weight 1.05 Pounds

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  • Automatically save money and water. See savings in your monthly watering bill with the Rachio 3e Smart Sprinkler Controller. For even greater recurring water savings, check out the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller!
  • Cut back on unnecessary watering – without compromising your lawn’s health. Rachio 3e’s standard Weather Intelligence automatically skips unnecessary watering with features like Rain Skip, Wind Skip, Freeze Skip, Saturation Skip, and Seasonal Shift. Select the best-selling Rachio 3 for premium Weather Intelligence Plus features and upgraded weather forecasting.
  • Control your sprinklers from anywhere with Rachio’s free, easy-to-use app. Run, pause, and stop your sprinklers directly from your smartphone or mobile device.
  • Get watering in no time. Install the Rachio 3e in 30 minutes or less with no special tools needed.
  • Deliver the water your plants need – automatically. Rachio creates smart schedules based on the needs of your lawn, including plant type, soil type, sun exposure, and more.

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User interface
4.5 4.5
WiFi signal
4.5 4.5
Smart Features
4.5 4.5
Alexa integration
4.2 4.2

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User interface
4.5
4.4
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4.7
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Smart Features
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Product Description

The Rachio 3e Smart Sprinkler Controller is simply designed for easy installation and watering control. Automatically manage your sprinklers from anywhere with the Rachio app (standard app included with purchase). Create recommended watering schedules that work with your yard while saving water and money on your monthly watering bill. The Rachio 3e can replace most sprinkler controllers and timers. Wi-Fi and smartphone required for installation.
For expanded features, additional smart home integrations, and premium Weather Intelligence™ Plus weather prediction technology, check out the best-in-class Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller.


From the manufacturer

Rachio automatic rain skip smart sprinkler controller
automatic rain skip

Weather Intelligence

Weather Intelligence references satellite, radar and weather station data to provide automatic adjustments for rain, wind or snow.

automatic rain skip

Exclusive Weather

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Intuitive Schedules

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Customized Zones

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Remote Control

Smarter Watering – Easy as 1, 2, 3!

easy to install

easy to install

easy to install

Replace your old controller

Test your sprinkler system and remove the old controller, then mount your new Rachio (our handy mounting template can help save time!)

Plug existing wires into Rachio

Easy-press terminals help you quickly snap into place – no screwdriver needed! Match the wires from your old setup for ready-made wiring.

Complete setup in the Rachio app

The streamlined Rachio app helps connect your controller to Wi-Fi and then customize your zones and watering schedules.

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Program and control your sprinklers from your smartphone
Supports 2.4-GHz Wi-Fi
Compatible with rain and soil sensors
Most- and highest-rated smart sprinkler controller brand
Variety of schedule types customized to meet the needs of each of your different zones
Rain, freeze, and wind skips
Works with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant, Nest, SmartThings, IFTTT, and more
Supports 5-GHz Wi-Fi -
Hyperlocal Weather Intelligence Plus -
Compatible with the Rachio Wireless Flow Meter -

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
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Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, performance, value, and water conservation of the controller. For example, they mention it works like a champ, saves a ton of water and money, and it won't water my yard if it’s going to rain. They appreciate the weather intelligence, saying it uses weather data to prevent over watering.

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164 customers mention151 positive13 negative

Customers find the controller easy to use. They say the interface is easy to follow, and the installation was simple. They also say the app is user-friendly and does everything from anywhere. Customers say the scheduling is intuitive, and it's easy to connect to home Wi-Fi. They mention that it'll show you what schedules different zones are set for.

"...First of all, stupid easy to install. Very simple, very clear instructions. Connected to my wireless, just like it's supposed to, on the first try...." Read more

"...Hook up was simple, WiFi connection was simple and the intelligent watering cycles (which skips watering if it is raining) are very money saving...." Read more

"...Moved to a new house and the controller was very old. The installation was fairly smooth on the hardware end of things, but there was a small hiccup..." Read more

"...That said, once installed, it is easy to see what schedules different zones are set for, to initiate an extra manual schedule..." Read more

87 customers mention64 positive23 negative

Customers like the quality of the controller. They mention that the smart features and remote controllability have been as advertised. They also appreciate the ability to control the sprinklers remotely with the app. Installation was easy and intuitive. Customers also mention that managing watering schedules is easy with the smart watering technology.

"...I can even use voice commands, which totally freaked out my lawn guy, who then went and bought one, too. Bottom line: I love it!" Read more

"...Hook up was simple, WiFi connection was simple and the intelligent watering cycles (which skips watering if it is raining) are very money saving...." Read more

"...did more troubleshooting myself and everything points to the controller being faulty. My system worked before changing it out...." Read more

"...Managing watering schedules is easy, and the automatic weather skipping has already saved several days of watering in the first few weeks...." Read more

76 customers mention61 positive15 negative

Customers like the performance of the controller. They say it works like a champ, is impressed with its performance, and is thrilled with the results so far. The smart features work well and skip watering correctly. The app works beautifully, and it's very user friendly. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and functionality of the product.

"...But now after tweaking it a few times it works great...." Read more

"...Aside from this small problem, the Rachio has worked great...." Read more

"...It has handled it beautifully...." Read more

"This is a great system that was easy to set up and works 1000x better than those old systems with a float...." Read more

33 customers mention33 positive0 negative

Customers are happy with the value of the controller. They say it saves a ton of water and money, it's worth the money, and provides a return on investment almost immediately. Customers also say their gardens look great and their water bill is way down compared to last year. They also mention that it'll be worth the effort.

"...My lawn and gardens look great and my water bill is WAY down compared to last year...." Read more

"...watering cycles (which skips watering if it is raining) are very money saving...." Read more

"...That helps a lot with saving water in the winter. We are quite pleased with this feature...." Read more

"...Rachio has already skipped quite a few times and saved a bunch of water. App is intuitive and easy to use...." Read more

30 customers mention27 positive3 negative

Customers like the weather. They say it's awesome as it uses weather data to prevent over watering. They also say the weather intelligence is great, it predicts the weather better via wifi, and tracks the weather and recommends watering schedules based on it. Customers also say it interfaces with local weather forecasts and will not water on days when it knows the rain forecast.

"...Managing watering schedules is easy, and the automatic weather skipping has already saved several days of watering in the first few weeks...." Read more

"...The good thing is that the unit gets data from a local weather report service and skips watering if it rained...." Read more

"...3. Smart app monitors local rainfall and does not run if over a certain percipitation that I can set4...." Read more

"...The Rachio on the other hand, predicts the weather better via wifi, adjusts our schedule based on average weather, has fully customizable runtimes -..." Read more

23 customers mention18 positive5 negative

Customers like the water conservation of the controller. They say it has a weather report service and skips watering if it rains. The controller also monitors usage and water savings based on rain. Customers also mention that the new intelligent features water a little less frequently based more info than whether it rained. The intermittent soak saves water from evaporating and run off. They also say it works well and seem to skip watering correctly according to the weather.

"...the purchase price of this unit in saved water because it no longer waters on rainy days and Rachio also tailors watering times to the season and..." Read more

"...the unit gets data from a local weather report service and skips watering if it rained. That helps a lot with saving water in the winter...." Read more

"...Really easy to install and set up. New intelligent features water a little less frequently based on more info than whether is rained yesterday...." Read more

"...That's 750gallons saved per watering day! Also, it provides enough water (smart watering) without causing a run-off from the soil...." Read more

28 customers mention19 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the scheduling of the controller. Some mention that it works great and is convenient for scheduling, managing from a distance, or the schedule skip is helpful. However, others say that it was awful, they couldn't set a manual schedule for a covered area, and that the schedule changes only every month based on weather. They also mention that the controller doesn't recognize day light savings time.

"...Super easy user interface with intuitive play, pause, and fast forward and backward buttons. But that's not the best part...." Read more

"...- Finally got this working and I have to say the ease of being able to start zones instantly from my phone is 100% worth it...." Read more

"...We have 7 zones that worked fine, but setting the schedule was awful and having something Alexa enabled - mainly so I can annoy my wife while she's..." Read more

"...via wifi, adjusts our schedule based on average weather, has fully customizable runtimes - and, we can give remote access to our sprinkler service...." Read more

28 customers mention13 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the wifi connectivity of the controller. Some mention that it has been great and has not lost a signal, while others say that they had problems connecting to WiFi and the connection management is horrible at best.

"...it didn't use the 5G home network (only 2G) and the signal was very week; to make a long story short...it was undependable and had bugs/..." Read more

"...Very simple, very clear instructions. Connected to my wireless, just like it's supposed to, on the first try...." Read more

"...The only ding I give them is on the wifi connectivity...." Read more

"Has many great features1. WIFI has been great and has not lost a signal or make me reset going on 3 months now. That is a Plus plus2...." Read more

Rachio Customer Support far better than Orbit.  Great controller.
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Rachio Customer Support far better than Orbit. Great controller.
*** Update 30 June 2022 ***Finally, installed controller and completed on the 26th. Ripped out the old manual system and replaced everything. Replaced gate valve with a ball valve, added disc filter, anti-siphon master valve, three valve header with valves (will be adding zone for a flower bed).So far, have the drip system hooked up for the shrubs, roses and trees only. Two weeks ago, ripped out the oleanders and replaced the drip emitters laying on the ground with 24 inch water spikes. Will be pulling up the builder installed sprinkler system in July (the schedule 120 pipe is breaking can't be used) and upgrading and replacing.The only problem I have been having is with Orbit rain and freeze sensor. It is sending the signals in reverse. I have turned off the signal port for now and I like this option of by passing a bad sensor.It has taken 3 days of trying to finally get Orbit to return my call with a text! Still don't have an answer. Rachio returned my call the same day! (if you call in the morning)The cover being held on by magnets is a bit underwhelming, it comes off so easily I'm worried that something tucked into the same corner of the garage might knock off the cover. That's why minus one star.**** Original Review ****Haven't installed unit so far, seriously considering sending it back! Customer service DOES NOT KNOW THEIR PRODUCT. I now do not believe all the positive reviews.All I wanted to know Is if the master control valve can be independently turned on and off.We are upgrading from a manual system to automated and upgrading the piping as well. The are no sprinklers in the back yard and will be running a pipe to the back yard for this purpose. I want to add a water spigot and run it off the master control valve but the chat line the person did not even know the controller could use a master control valve.After educating the customer service rep that the controller has a master control features. He gave me a link that did not go anywhere and could not find it on the webpage!I have trouble thinking the controller to the app on my smartphone and had to wait till Saturday that I can speak with tech support.Found out the rachio 3 and above can link to both 2.4 and 5 GHz.Connecting with 5 GHz solved the
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5.0 out of 5 stars Review after one year: fantastic and it has probably paid for itself already in water savings.
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021
This Rachio WiFi sprinkler module was a fantastic purchase. After twenty years, our original Hunter module was on the fritz so I replaced it with this. We only have four zones so this eight zone module was plenty. Hook up was simple, WiFi connection was simple and the intelligent watering cycles (which skips watering if it is raining) are very money saving. The Rachio app allows for sprinkler control but it also monitors usage and water savings based on rain. I can guarantee that within this first year I have already saved the purchase price of this unit in saved water because it no longer waters on rainy days and Rachio also tailors watering times to the season and soil type. I’ve recommended these to friends and family who are also very pleased. This has been a great purchase.
A few tips:
Take a picture of your old modules wiring before hooking this up, it’ll make rewiring the zones that much easier.
Consider a WiFi booster if your garage is too far from your modem to provide a strong enough WiFi signal.
Good luck, I attached a photo of the unit without the faceplate shoeing the wiring for reference.
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Viviana Llamas
5.0 out of 5 stars Fácil de instalar y programar!
Reviewed in Mexico on March 6, 2022
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Heman
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing sprinkler controller
Reviewed in Canada on September 6, 2021
Lauraine
4.0 out of 5 stars Hard to connect to Apple devices
Reviewed in Canada on April 9, 2022
Hj
3.0 out of 5 stars Also received a used Rachio irrigation controller rather than the new one ordered
Reviewed in Canada on February 20, 2022
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3.0 out of 5 stars Also received a used Rachio irrigation controller rather than the new one ordered
Reviewed in Canada on February 20, 2022
We also received a used controller like the other reviewer. The box seal was broken, box was only partially closed, controller was dirty and plug had what appeared to be water stains on it. We were disappointed but we decided to install it anyway rather that wait for another one which could also arrive used instead of new. The controller is great, was easy to install and the free app works well. We would have given it 5 stars if they had sent us the new unit we ordered rather than a used one. We understand the environmental value of selling used merchandise but it should be priced accordingly and not misrepresented as new.
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Anand
1.0 out of 5 stars Ordered new product. Received open box one with soil deposits
Reviewed in Canada on May 12, 2021
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1.0 out of 5 stars Ordered new product. Received open box one with soil deposits
Reviewed in Canada on May 12, 2021
The order was for a new product, but i received an open box product. Not in original wrapping . There are pen stains, soil deposit everywhere . What if the soil is contaminated !!! What guarantee i have that this product functions properly and has not been tampered? I am totally not satisfied with this purchase .
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