The Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller raises the smart watering bar with foolproof installation, dual-band Wi-Fi and an expressive light bar. Rachio 3 is the only controller equipped with hyperlocal Weather Intelligence™ Plus.
Start watering smarter, faster.
Our engineers examined every detail of Rachio 3 to streamline and shave minutes off your installation. Ready, set, water.
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Easy-press connectors make wiring a snap.
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Connect with both 14 & 18 gauge wires.
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Magnetic cover locks right into place.
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We’re here to help if you need it - but we’re betting you won’t.
Worry-free watering with the Rachio App.
Your personal watering assistant helps you monitor and manage watering from anywhere with robust smartphone control. Create perfectly tailored schedules, make automatic weather adjustments and maintain the perfect yard - without lifting a finger.
Water smarter with best-in-class features.
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Precise remote control with run, pause, skip or Quick Run.
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Guided schedule setup creates tailored, accurate schedules.
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Automatic, hyperlocal schedule adjustments with Weather Intelligence™ Plus.
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Advanced Rachio technology.
Three steps to smarter watering.
Installing the Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller can take only 30 minutes or less, no special tools required. Guided setup and one-touch connectors make getting started simple - breeze through installation in just three easy steps!
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1. Replace your customers old controller.
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2. Plug existing wires into Rachio.
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3. Complete setup in the Rachio app.
Rachio 3 Technical Specifications
In the box |
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App Compatibility |
iOS 10.3+ and Android 4.4+; subject to change. Mobile app is required to connect the controller to Wi-Fi. Web app available on most browsers |
Integrations |
Works with Nest, Amazon Alexa, The Google Assistant, IFTTT, Wink, Control4, Nexia and others |
Zones |
8-zone and 16-zone models |
Size and Weight |
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Power requirements |
The Rachio controller must be connected to the AC power adapter included. DC Transformers are not supported
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Operating Temperature |
Operating temperature: -4°F to 140°F |
Wi-Fi Connection |
2.4 or 5 GHz wireless network signal available at the installation location |
Sensors |
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Wire Terminals |
Smart wire terminals sense which zones are active, and provide feedback if your customers irrigation system might have a problem |
Master Valve |
Compatible with master valve, pump relay, or indexing valve |
Warranty |
Extended 4-year warranty when purchasing Pro Units/SKUs |
Power Disruption |
In the event of Wi-Fi outage or intermittency, the controller’s memory retains the last saved schedule received from the Rachio cloud and maintains the schedule until an update can be downloaded |
Optional Outdoor Enclosure |
Custom outdoor enclosure is available - Enclosure is weatherproof and allows for hardwiring |
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