Plus, CR's top-rated sprinkler timers from Orbit, Rachio, and Rain Bird A smart sprinkler controller uses weather data to adjust watering frequency. By Daniel Wroclawski Updated by Daniel Bortz ...

Perfecting your lawn is easier said than done, especially in parts of the country facing severe drought and accompanying water use restrictions. Smart sprinkler controllers help solve those issues.

This rugged smart sprinkler isn’t as easy to use as Rachio, but it does allow for app-free control. If you’re looking for a relatively traditional sprinkler system with smart features—or vice ...

When I moved into my new house a few years ago I bought a Blossom sprinkler controller because I travel quite a bit and needed a way to keep the lawn green without overwatering. Last year I tested the ...

If you have an in-ground sprinkler system to water your yard or garden, upgrading to a smart controller is a good idea. Compared to a traditional irrigation controller’s tiny LCD screen, confusing ...

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