# b·hyve lite

> Smart sprinkler scheduling app using weather data and landscape inputs. (iPhone/iPad app by Orbit Irrigation Products Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bhyve-lite/id1182451935 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Orbit Irrigation Products Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1066451938)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.43/5 from 68 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-12-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bhyve-lite/id1182451935/reviews.md

## What is b·hyve lite?

Have you ever wondered how long to run your sprinklers to adequately water your landscape? The b-hyve Lite app gives you the programming help you need for any brand of sprinkler controller. It uses your zip code to know how much water is needed based on historical weather data for your area and gives you a month by month schedule with run times, watering days/intervals, and water budget or seasonal adjustment. It requires a few simple user inputs to give you the schedule: sprinkler head type, plant type, and soil type. Once those are entered you are on your way to delivering the right amount of water to your plants.
How it works:
Using similar WaterSense technology of the b-hyve Smart Wifi Sprinkler Controller, the b-hyve lite app uses historical evapotranspiration data to determine how much water is lost or used by the plant each day and how often it needs to be replenished based on the plant’s water needs. It takes an average precipitation rate based on your sprinkler head type to determine how quickly and how much water is being replenished when you water and gives you the right run time to fill up your soil reservoir without wasting water due to runoff. You can also use the award-winning catch cup irrigation audit tool, built right into the b-hyve lite app, to accurately measure how much water your sprinklers use to save you more water.
Make life easier:
The b-hyve lite app was launched to make your life easier while saving you water and money. However, if changing your clock settings or hitting rain delay on your timer isn’t what you want to spend your time doing, the b-hyve Wifi Smart Sprinkler Timer will do all of this for you automatically. If you connect a b-hyve Wifi Sprinkler Timer, you can also run your sprinklers from your phone tablet or computer.

## Key features

- Personalized watering schedules
- Zip code based weather data
- Sprinkler head, plant, and soil type inputs
- Monthly run time and watering day recommendations
- Water budget and seasonal adjustment
- Irrigation audit tool

## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bhyve-lite/id1182451935/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2023-07-22*

This is so bad I can’t believe they still offer it. This app does nothing other than allow your input and then recommend to you what schedule you should water. And even that recommendation is way off base. With how bad this one is, I wouldn’t think of purchasing one. Oh- and it doesn’t allow you to control your times from your phone, just in case anyone was wondering. 

Run from this app.

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2023-06-11*

All this app does is take control of your system and leave you out of the decision making process

### 1/5 — Poor product

*2023-05-18*

I bought this with high hopes, never got past the app.  It does NOT let you set your own watering schedule.  False advertising.

### 1/5 — B hyve

*2022-12-03, version 1.0*

Trash.I wanted a timer I could turn on and off from where ever I’m am. Don’t want to have to have a schedule.they are a rip off.its trash

### 1/5 — This free APP is a scam

*2022-10-01, version 1.0*

There is almost NOTHING in this APP.  You can’t even set your zone times. It’s offering this is a scam that allows them to say the B-Hyve comes with a “free” APP. But if you actually want something useful, you have to pay $10 for the pro APP. Shame on you Orbit, just another typical modern day company deploying scams to get another buck from unsuspecting customers.

### 1/5 — So bad it’s I’m embarrassed for the employees

*2022-05-20, version 1.0*

This app does NOT actually allow you to control your watering timer. It’s an automatic “we’ll decide for you” type of thing. Well, I DON’T WANT B-Hyve TO DECIDE THE SCHEDULE, I wan’t to schedule the waterings myself.  This is false advertising on their product / product packaging.. saying that you can “Set, operate and optimize” but in reality, you can’t even manually turn it on within the app. How terrible.  A simple dumb timer would be better than this $70 unusable junk.  I’m guessing this is their way of tricking people into buying their $10 app.  This should be reported to the FTC.  Shame on you Orbit from North Salt Lake.

### 1/5 — Stupid timer

*2022-05-02, version 1.0*

It won’t let me set the program I want.  It only will do the program it recommends.  Horrid piece of junk.

### 1/5 — B-hyve lite

*2022-04-25, version 1.0*

Awful

### 1/5 — Don’t bother

*2022-03-12, version 1.0*

Only reports a single zone. Needs a fix.

### 1/5 — Awful experience

*2022-02-01, version 1.0*

I had an earlier b-hyve that finally gave out. This new one is horrible.
1. I could not get the app on my iPhone 13 
    unless I got it in search each time I needed
    It.
2. Spent better part of the day to connect to
     wi-fi. I have multiple devices that have no
     Connection problem.
 3. Gave up and proceeded to set up zones.
      I COULD NOT GET IT PAST ZONE 1
I’ll give tech help tomorrow again.
Oh, one more item, the first one I got at Home
Depot today 1/31/2022, the zone wire screws were so tight you couldn’t loosen them. Got a replacement and the screws were half straight 
And half Phillips screws. Where does it end

## Frequently asked questions about b·hyve lite

### What does the b·hyve lite app do?

The b·hyve lite app helps you determine the optimal run times for your sprinklers. It uses your zip code and historical weather data, along with inputs about your sprinkler heads, plants, and soil type, to create a customized watering schedule. This ensures your landscape receives adequate water without waste.

### How does the app determine watering schedules?

The app utilizes historical evapotranspiration data to understand daily water loss by plants and how often they need replenishment. It also considers your sprinkler head type to calculate precipitation rates, ensuring the right amount of water is applied to fill soil reservoirs without causing runoff.

### Is the b·hyve lite app free to use?

Yes, the b·hyve lite app is available for free. It offers valuable features for optimizing sprinkler usage and conserving water without any cost to the user.

### What information do I need to provide to use the app?

To get a personalized watering schedule, you'll need to provide a few simple inputs: your zip code, the type of sprinkler heads you have, the type of plants in your landscape, and your soil type. This information allows the app to tailor the watering recommendations accurately.

### Can this app control my sprinklers automatically?

The b·hyve lite app provides programming help and schedules, but it does not directly control your sprinklers. For automatic control and remote operation via your phone, tablet, or computer, you would need to connect a b·hyve Wifi Smart Sprinkler Timer.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-12-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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