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Rachio

Rachio

Automate your Watering

158K ratings
454 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 7, 2014
  • October 6, 2026

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Developer

RACHIO, INC.
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About

This app allows you to control your sprinkler system remotely, creating custom watering schedules. It helps save water and money by optimizing irrigation based on weather and yard needs. Access your system from anywhere for convenient lawn care.

✓Automated watering schedules
✓Remote sprinkler control
✓Water and money saving
✓Weather-based adjustments
✓Smart home integration
✓Mobile app access
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Rachio. Based on 158K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Lifestyle app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Easy to use
  • 👍Convenient remote control
  • 🌱Saves water and money
  • 🌳Helps maintain healthy lawn and plants

Negative things

  • 🐛Connectivity issues
  • 💸Aggressive upselling
  • 🤔Confusing user interface
  • 🌧️Inaccurate weather-based scheduling
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What's New in Rachio

4.22.4

October 6, 2026

This release includes bug fixes and performance improvements.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$29.99

Tempest Integration

Integrate with the Tempest Weather system

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Grandmother Test

Like most ‘modern’ apps, Rachio assumes a certain level of technical know-how. This one takes some willingness to search around but it accepts ‘deletes’ & start-overs. Once set up, it works & sure beats standing in a poor lighted garage trying to read tiny buttons through trifocals on a wall mounted controller with mysterious labels.
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StrugglingwTechStrugglingwTech

Let me decide how far in the future I want to see a watering to skip

Inability to skip a watering session that is more than 24 hrs in advance is annoying.
$paceNut$paceNut

The Controller

This is a very sophisticated controller and works extremely well. I wish there was a way to fully understand what I can do.
I wish there was more information about it and how to use all the features. That’s why I only gave it four stars.
Old BarryOOld BarryO

Pffftt

Poor design of zone setup. Really poor - makes no sense at all.
dfung60dfung60

Rachio is the Best

I give it my highest Rating, Perfect!
Johnny SatisfiedJohnny Satisfied
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Zones running at unexpected times

Bug

Schedules not working as programmed

Bug

App crashing during setup and use

Bug

Syncing issues between app and controller

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to skip multiple upcoming watering cycles

Feature

Customizable notifications for low battery and offline status

Feature

Better integration with smart home platforms like HomeKit

Feature

More granular control over watering schedules and durations

Feature

FAQ

What does the Rachio app do?

The Rachio app is a companion to the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller. It allows you to remotely manage your sprinkler system, create customized watering schedules, and monitor your lawn's irrigation needs. The app helps automate watering to save water and money.

How does Rachio save water and money?

Rachio automatically creates watering schedules that are optimized for your specific yard and local weather conditions. By adjusting watering based on rain, temperature, and other factors, it prevents overwatering and reduces unnecessary water usage, leading to lower water bills.

Is the Rachio app free to use?

The Rachio app itself is free to download and use. However, it requires the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller hardware to function. The app may also contain ads and offer in-app purchases for additional features or services.

What smart home platforms is Rachio compatible with?

Rachio is designed to be compatible with nearly any sized yard and a wide range of smart home platforms. This allows for seamless integration into your existing smart home ecosystem for enhanced control and automation.

Can I control my sprinklers from anywhere with the app?

Yes, the mobile app provides you with access to your sprinkler system from anywhere with an internet connection. This means you can adjust schedules, check watering status, and manage your lawn care remotely, offering great convenience.