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Touch HD-12, Cloud Independent Smart Wi-Fi Irrigation Controller, Compatible with Alexa, 12 Zones

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Color White
Brand RainMachine
Material Plastic
Item Weight 11 Ounces

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  • SMART SCHEDULE & SAVE WATER - Save water with real-time weather adjustments. (EPA WaterSense Certified, check for rebates).
  • CLOUD INDEPENDENT - All personal data stored locally. RainMachine continues to work even when WiFi is down. Forecast spatial resolution: upto 1.5 km
  • FREE WEATHER DATA - Direct access to NOAA, METNO or Wunderground, OpenWeatherMap, NetAtmo. Use National or Personal Weather Stations for pinpoint accuracy.
  • CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE - Color Touch Screen, iPhone, and Android, PC browser access with dashboard stats. Works from Home, Work or Vacation.
  • UPDATED MODEL (2019) - Improved WIFI. hundreds of Schedule and UI improvements. Integrate with Alexa, Google Home, Nest, WINK, SmartThings via IFTTT.

Customer ratings by feature

WiFi signal
4.0 4.0
User interface
3.8 3.8
Alexa integration
3.2 3.2

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Customer Ratings
User interface
3.8
4.4
4.2
4.3
Easy to install
4.7
4.7
4.2
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Smart Features
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Alexa integration
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From the manufacturer

RainMachine

easy install, installation, drip irrigation

weather data, weather sources

water savings, percent

watersense, certification, save water

Easy to Install

No expensive contractors needed for the job. Simple step by step DIY instructions. Live phone support available seven days a week!

RainMachine installation is guaranteed to be easier than your old device! Need to say more? Welcome to the future!

Weather Data Sources

The RainMachine gets weather forecast from NOAA.GOV, Metno, Forecast.io, NetAtmo, or Wunderground Personal Weather Station for precise, realtime weather information.

The RainMachine updates weather data several times per day just to calculate the right amount of water for your plants!

Start Saving Now!

Depending on your climate, and if weather permitting, record water savings of up to 80% (per week or even per month!) can be achieved with the RainMachine.

Because of substantial savings on your water bill, the RainMachine will pay itself in less than two years, fastest payback of any green IOT appliance!

WaterSense Certification

Our RainMachine is WaterSense Certified for efficiency and performance.

(Certificate number 9291, by IAPMO R&T authority, 2019).

Check for rebates with your local water agency and start saving now!

Rebates up to the full cost of your RainMachine can be obtained from your Water Agency. Start saving now!

iPhone, mobile app, dashboard

monitor, display, pc, desktop, browser

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iOS and Android apps: RealTime Monitoring

Our Dashboard displays everything needed to know about your garden and weather!

Obsessing about details? Rotate the phone into landscape mode and dive into panoramic weekly/monthly/yearly graphs!

Look for the free rainmachine app on Apple Store or Google Play Store and start controlling your RainMachine.

Connect from anywhere

Garden from any screen or web browser. PC and Laptops equipped with any kind of modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Edge, IE).

The RainMachine can be accessed from anywhere in the world. Enjoy your RainMachine from home, work or when away in vacation!

Local interface

Unique touch interface on the device itself provides ultimate control experience.

Starting or stopping a zone or a program are available from a simple splash-proof capacitive touch interface.

Dark garage?: no problem! Our white LED illuminated touch keys to the rescue!

Simplicity Perfected: When not in use, the RainMachine will display only one piece of information: a brightly lit Wi-Fi icon, visible from up to 20ft away.

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Customer Reviews
3.3 out of 5 stars
528
3.3 out of 5 stars
1,108
3.7 out of 5 stars
267
3.8 out of 5 stars
141
3.8 out of 5 stars
117
Number of zones 8 (7 when using Master Valve) 12 (11 when using Master Valve) 16 (15 when using Master Valve) 8 (separate Master Valve) 16 (separate Master Valve) 8 to 16
Cloud independent No
Touch interface No
Color TFT No No
Multiple Weather Services No
Rain and Wind Sensitivity No
Forecast and Measured Data No
Local Web Interface No
Android & iOS app
Ethernet (LAN) No No No No

Product Description

The WiFi Forecast Sprinkler. Conserve water.

The RainMachine sprinkler controller automatically adjusts your watering amount by lowering it on rainy or colder days and increasing it on hot summer days. The system not only saves water but it also protects your plants. The versatility of each program is unprecedented: select individual weekdays, Even/Odd day mode, Cycle and Soak, or Station Delay. Run the programs one-at-a-time, sequentially or even in parallel! The RainMachine WIFI sprinkler timer is designed to handle possible conflicts, like simultaneous commands to the same valve or overlapping schedules.

NOAA. A weather ready nation.

Your RainMachine sprinkler controller connects via WIFI and gets the best weather data available on earth. NOAA employs satellites, radars, weather stations and highly qualified meteorologists, delivering the most accurate weather forecast on the planet. Complex mathematical models that run on huge data centers are free for you to use in your garden. Yes, free, already paid from your tax money. Using your exact street location, the RainMachine sprinkler timer downloads precise weather data, accommodating to specific micro-climates. Let it rain!

No data? No problem. Switch to statistics.

When no forecast data is available the RainMachine will automatically switch to historical weather statistics. This way the RainMachine conserves water even if the Internet goes down.

Garden from any screen. Easy connect. Easy control.

Garden from iPhone, garden from Android, garden from any screen. The application automatically discovers all RainMachines on your local network and makes them accessible though an easy to use and secure interface.

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Customer reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars
3.3 out of 5
1,108 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use, quality and weather management of the controller. They mention that it's very easy to set up and use, it'll automatically save water based on the NOAA rainfall forecast, and that it works great so far. They are also satisfied with the value, appearance, and customization. However, some customers differ on performance.

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479 customers mention425 positive54 negative

Customers find the controller easy to set up and use. They mention the screen is great, the UI is easy enough to understand, and it's super easy to connect to WiFi. They say it'll control itself via the built-in browser. However, some customers wish there was a quick, easy to use graphical icon to launch the program.

"...The upgrade was a simple process that I completed from the Rainmachine app on my phone and only took a few minutes...." Read more

"...The screen is great and very easy to use, but honestly I use the android app most which is very well done. The PC browser is also just as easy...." Read more

"...The software is very nicely done on this controller. It is super easy to connect to WIFI, and allows you to work with it locally, or remotely over..." Read more

"...I just love the Rain Machine. Because is easier to control it (turn OFF, turn ON)due to the fact that is WiFi, definitely I saved water,..." Read more

376 customers mention300 positive76 negative

Customers like the quality of the controller. They say it's an outstanding device with an Apple-like touchscreen interface. Customers also mention that it'll work great for their needs and is a bargain for their money.

"...As it turned out, the hardware was great, but the software was riddled with issues...." Read more

"...Afternoons are warm and dry. It hasn't rained in many days. Temperatures are in the high 60s in Seattle. The lawn is crisp...." Read more

"...You can name your programs. There are some options to tune your watering...." Read more

"...Instant WiFi connection.- Beautiful, informative, intuitive phone app.- Historical watering data provided.-..." Read more

142 customers mention110 positive32 negative

Customers like the weather management of the controller. They mention the weather forecast is a nice feature, it can pull weather data from nearby personal weather stations, and it closely monitors the weather and precipitation. They say the connection to NOAA weather data saves a ton of water, and the unit is an excellent weather-aware sprinkler controller. Customers also like the simple to manage apps and the fact that they can have their own weather system and feed the data to this.

"...drew me to this unit was the long track record, the open API, weather integration, the fact the unit could be totally controlled from the unit's..." Read more

"...My Wish List:- Email notification options- Ability to add a digital rain gauge, weather sensor or ground moisture sensor, then adjust..." Read more

"...I like to view the watering history. It tracks when each program run, tells you how much time you had it scheduled to run, and how much time it..." Read more

"This is an EXCELLENT weather aware sprinkler controller. It was super easy to install in my garage where the old one was...." Read more

106 customers mention82 positive24 negative

Customers like the water saving of the controller. They say it automatically saves water based on NOAA rainfall forecast. They also appreciate the reporting features, smart water use, and the ability to keep an eye on water usage. The controller is highly accurate and shows how much water is conserved on the dashboard. Customers also say it works well regulating water usage in accordance with rain and wind. They love that it intelligently cuts back on watering based upon how much rain has fallen.

"...Also has a feature to water extra on hot dry days.Cons:-..." Read more

"...What is important is that I do believe this unit saves a significant amount of water over the traditional clunky units...." Read more

"...UPDATE 01/18/19:Rain Machine Rain Machine, save water save money! I just love the Rain Machine...." Read more

"...The lawn is crisp. The flower gardens are parched. Yet, Rain Machine won't allow any watering, insisting that 0% is the correct amount...." Read more

90 customers mention69 positive21 negative

Customers like the value of the controller. They mention it's a bargain for your money, and saves them money on their water bill. They also appreciate the fact that there are no subscription fees.

"...All that said, I still think it's an outstanding controller, a bargain for your money, and would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking..." Read more

"Lot's of promise from the product. Great price, great promise (control, convenience, water saving, internet of things connectivity, etc.);..." Read more

"...but considering the features and capabilities, I think it is worth the money...." Read more

"...The problem, and a big problem, is that the programming is heavily biased towards saving money, even if it kills the lawn in the process...." Read more

87 customers mention81 positive6 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the controller. They mention that it looks good, has a sleek UI, and provides a great deal of information. They also appreciate the graphs and casing, which are modernized. Overall, customers are happy with the practical design and the HD wall mount screen.

"...Temperatures are in the high 60s in Seattle. The lawn is crisp. The flower gardens are parched...." Read more

"...Really, the app is gorgeous. They've chosen the perfect colors to represent Active, Paused, Stopped watering, etc...." Read more

"...on the kitchen table and looks like a large screen smart phone- very stylish and you do not want this thing in your garage or closet- it looks too..." Read more

"...is our first "smart" sprinkler controller, but it has a bright and beautiful and responsive touch screen, works exactly like we hoped it would and..." Read more

79 customers mention68 positive11 negative

Customers like the customization of the controller. For example, they say it has 12 valve connections and flexible programmability. They also appreciate the ability to self-adjust watering schedules with information taken online. Customers also mention that it's easy to adjust the programming from the comfort of their computer. That said, they're happy with the ability set up individual watering zones and combine into programs.

"...Pros:- Simple to setup- Organizes your zones and programs in an easy to use manner-..." Read more

"...Scheduling is intuitive and extremely flexible. I currently have two programs but you could have many more...." Read more

"...The programming is rather flexible and I really like the ability to split up run times with interval watering so a 45 minute run can be split up..." Read more

"...I love the ability to check the watering and schedule it manually remotely...." Read more

468 customers mention301 positive167 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the controller. Some mention it performs flawlessly, has never had any issues using it, and the algorithms respond pretty well to actual weather conditions. However, others say that the Android app is extremely slow to use, the device can delay if you press too quickly, and that the app on their Android phone is not very useful.

"...for a while now and it still works as well as the day I purchased, no issues...." Read more

"...That saves a lot of time and effort when draining the system or adjusting it." Read more

"...My lawn turned brown, many of my garden plants died. Worst fruit harvest in years...." Read more

"...UPDATE 06/06/18The Rainmachine has been working without a glitch. The feature that I like the most is the: Weather-Adaptive Watering...." Read more

HUGE upgrade to our yard!  Easy to use and great customer service!
4 Stars
HUGE upgrade to our yard! Easy to use and great customer service!
We have a 9 zone lawn and garden complete with grass front and back, trees, flower beds, raspberry bushes and a vertical vegetable garden. Before, it was really annoying to make sure everything was getting the right amount of water all the time depending on the weather (requiring more on super hot days and less on rainy days etc.). This rain machine has solved all our issues and made keeping our yard and plants thriving is a cinch, even when we're away from home. We had a professional install it for us while he was fixing a broken sprinkler head and he said it was very simple and straight forward. I did run into a few snags setting up the app for remote access on my iPhone, but customer service was SUPER helpful! I was connected to someone right away and he solved my problem in minutes. The other issue I ran into which is something to be aware of, is that the earlier version of this unit has an SD card that is not capable of detecting weather and location and automatically adjusting. That's a feature I wanted and I didn't realize I had ordered an older model, but the customer service rep I spoke with offered for me to send it in for them to install the card themselves or he would mail me a new card and provide me with instructions to install it myself - which is what I opted for. It was shipped out the very next day.I LOVE the ability to name and customize each zone according to what type of vegetation it is and easily run just one zone at any given time for as long as I want if I feel like a spot of grass needs some extra love. It really is a dream to use now that it's all set up! I can't compare with other similar products as this is our first "smart" sprinkler controller, but it has a bright and beautiful and responsive touch screen, works exactly like we hoped it would and takes up very little space. The app is easy to use and we've been able to integrate with Alexa (though to be honest I haven't tried that functionality yet).So far I'm very happy and can definitely recommend! Father's Day is coming up and I think I'm going to get one for my dad who is hard to shop for.I sincerely hope this review has been helpful to someone else! And yes, I paid full price for it. Feel free to ask any questions!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2015
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5.0 out of 5 stars I think I finally found a smart irragation controller I like... only one little issue to resolve
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2015
I received the RainMachine HD-12 today from Amazon. I've had several controller in the past... I started originally with a stock Rain Bird unit that was installed with my system. I immediately knew that it was not going to do the job, so a couple years back I moved to OpenSprinkler, a controller I built from a kit. This unit served me well, but the one feature I really wanted was the weather integration, which by the time it was available on OpenSprinkler my hardware was obsolete, which meant I was going have to upgrade hardware to take advantage of it. Since an upgrade was inevitable, I decided to take a look at what else was on the market. For better or worse (worse as it turned out) I decide to go with a Blossom controller. Blossom is fairly new to the market and I though they had a solid product. As it turned out, the hardware was great, but the software was riddled with issues. I sold the Blossom and today, after much research, I received the RainMachine HD-12. What drew me to this unit was the long track record, the open API, weather integration, the fact the unit could be totally controlled from the unit's touch screen (important if you have folks come to maintain your system) and most importantly the unit does not rely on a cloud service to run. If you are reading this review and trying to decide on a controller, in my opinion, this one single point should weigh heavy in your decision. If there is a problem with the service, the internet or the company just plain goes out of business-- where does that leave you? It leaves you with not so smart of a controller.

So, if I love the RainMachine so much way only four stars you may ask. Well, my brand new controller arrived with a defective zone. One of the 12 zones will not activate. I know that things are going to happen, so I'm not so concerned about this one issue. What is more important to me is how a company stands behind their products-- I think that says a lot. I have sent an email to their support and I'm waiting to see how they handle my problem. From everything I've read in other reviews about Green Electronics I have no reason to believe that I will get anything less then stealer service. Once I know more I will update my review.

UPDATE: I was contacted by support within a couple hours and they informed me that I needed to do a firmware upgrade to fix my issue. The upgrade was a simple process that I completed from the Rainmachine app on my phone and only took a few minutes. After the upgrade my issue was resolved. I'm impressed with the quick response from support and my HD-12 is working great now. I'll update my review again once I've used the HD-12 for a while.

UPDATE (9-25-16):
I've been using the Rain Machine for a while now and it still works as well as the day I purchased, no issues. Green Electronics has update the firmware a few times and has added additional features. One I really like is the ability to choose other weather data providers, such as Weather Underground. Weather Underground is a whole weather eco system on it's own, which allows me to get weather data from other user's stations, one as close as a mile from my home. If you pick multiple providers then it averages the data from all your choices. Using weather data to help control the amount of water I'm using has saved me 80% over a conventinal "set and forget" stock controller... and that is a good return on my investment.
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