# RainMachine

> Smart Wi-Fi forecast sprinkler controller for automated garden irrigation. (iPhone/iPad app by RainMachine.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainmachine/id647589286 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [RainMachine](https://appshunter.io/developer/647589469)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.80/5 from 613 App Store ratings · 154 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-05-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainmachine/id647589286/reviews.md

## What is RainMachine?

Say hello to the RainMachine - the Cloud Independent Smart Wi-Fi Forecast Sprinkler.

There are no fees associated with using the RainMachine device or the RainMachine iOS app. 
RainMachine Premium Services is an entirely optional service that improves the experience of accessing the device remotely through our RainMachine Cloud Servers. 
The same features are available without Premium Services subscription and remote access can be configured through Direct-Access (Port Forwarding).

The RainMachine iOS app connects your iPhone/iPad to your RainMachine hardware and allows you to control and adjust your watering cycles, change zones and program properties, set restriction, enable weather services, snooze device or pause watering.
RainMachine app allows you to interact with your garden when at home and remotely from anywhere.

SAVES WATER
You bet. Allow billion dollar weather satellites to dynamically adjust your watering schedule, while maintaining a healthy garden. Free, accurate and local weather data using technology already paid for. Your tax money at work!  

REMOTE ACCESS
Control, adjust and supervise all your garden irrigation from the palm of your hand. Intuitive user interface allows you to change all watering properties.
Remote Access through the RainMachine Cloud Servers requires yearly Premium Services subscription, but remote access through your own internet router Direct Access (Port Forwarding) feature is free and does not require cloud servers access or any subscription.

REQUIREMENTS:
RainMachine iOS app requires the RainMachine sprinkler controller device available at rainmachine.com
Note: Some features may be available only for RainMachine devices sold starting 2015.

## Key features

- Cloud independent smart sprinkler control
- Dynamic weather-based watering schedules
- Remote access and control
- Water saving technology
- Zone and program management
- Snooze and pause watering

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RainMachine Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 154)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rainmachine/id647589286/reviews.md

### 2/5 — More “When to Water” Options !

*2026-07-15, version 4.6.126*

When starting a program, there is a feature in the app for the day on which to start the program. It does not work.  If you want to activate a program, you have to wait until the day before you want to start then manually activate it.

### 1/5 — Bait and Switch

*2026-07-14, version 4.6.126*

RainMachine was a wonderful product when I purchased it some 10+ years ago. After many years of use, the company decided to move to a subscription based service. While I still have the ability to control the app when I’m on my home network, I have to pay a fee to control it remotely. It’s like buying a car with a remote start feature that after years of usage, the manufacturer suddenly disables the feature unless you want to pay for it. Well, that’s not the deal I originally agreed upon. Stupid, stupid, stupid. It’s too bad because it WAS a good product but now is barely meh. Look elsewhere for an irrigation control system.

### 1/5 — These guys went under

*2026-06-19, version 4.6.126*

Get a B-Hyve or Radicchio instead.

### 1/5 — This app is worthless

*2026-06-01, version 4.6.126*

We’ve had a Rain Machine controller for quite a while. They charge a yearly premium to access the controller remotely. It never works. Most of the time the app just sits and spins. I’ve tried Direct Access, Local Network Access and Remote Access. It is completely unreliable. If you need to control your sprinkler system from a distance, stay away from this app and its web brother. Horrible. Not worth a penny.

### 1/5 — Pretty much useless

*2026-05-09, version 4.6.126*

Can’t even connect direct after recent updates….

### 1/5 — Not supported

*2026-04-19, version 4.6.126*

Used to work - stopped and no support - this company has put to effort to support app and recommend avoiding

### 1/5 — Remote no longer working on the app. Subscription no longer operational.

*2026-01-26, version 4.6.126*

The company, Green, electronics, appears not to be operating their app nor support. I paid for the years worth of premium support, but cannot get a hold of them to help resolve some issues.

### 5/5 — Great product and very reliable

*2026-01-23, version 4.6.126*

I don’t get all the negative reviews. I have three of them for years now and they work well and it’s easy to understand how to operate.

### 1/5 — Was great, terrible now

*2025-12-06, version 4.6.126*

I bought this system specifically because it was the one that I did not have to pay a subscription for. Now they’re so hung up on selling a subscription. I can’t actually access the machines functions. It’s incredibly frustrating. Having paid for a piece of hardware to have a company bracket it should be illegal honestly.

### 5/5 — The best irrigation controller

*2025-11-22, version 4.6.126*

I have my rainmachine now for close to a decade. It lives in an enclosure in my garage, but knows exactly what is going on with the weather thanks to it getting the data from weatherunderground where my personal weather station reports. Water savings have paid many time over for the hardware and the subscription. And my neighbors always admire that my yard is so green, even in the hottest summer heat. I had 2 different irrigation conrtolerz from the large vendors before, but the rainmachine is easier to use and overall better in every respect. Can’t live without it!

## Frequently asked questions about RainMachine

### What does the RainMachine app do?

The RainMachine app connects your iPhone/iPad to your RainMachine hardware, allowing you to control and adjust your watering cycles, change zones, set restrictions, enable weather services, and manage your garden irrigation remotely.

### Is the RainMachine app free to use?

The RainMachine app itself is free to download and use. There are no fees associated with using the RainMachine device or the basic features of the app. However, an optional "RainMachine Premium Services" subscription is available for enhanced remote access through their cloud servers.

### How can I access my RainMachine remotely?

You can access your RainMachine remotely in two ways. The "RainMachine Cloud Servers" offer enhanced remote access via a yearly Premium Services subscription. Alternatively, you can use the "Direct Access (Port Forwarding)" feature through your own internet router, which is free and does not require a subscription or cloud server access.

### What are the requirements for using the RainMachine app?

The RainMachine iOS app requires the RainMachine sprinkler controller device, which is available for purchase separately. Some features may only be available for RainMachine devices sold starting in 2015.

### How does RainMachine save water?

The app utilizes free, accurate, and local weather data from weather satellites to dynamically adjust your watering schedule. This ensures your garden receives the optimal amount of water based on current conditions, preventing overwatering and promoting a healthy garden while conserving water.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.6.126 — 2022-08-11

We’re continuing to fix and improve our RainMachine Apple iOS app, addressing bug fixes and making improvements to the user interface. Here’s what’s new:

-Fixes.

Thank you.
RainMachine Team

### 4.6.125 — 2022-07-20

We’re continuing to fix and improve our RainMachine Apple iOS app, addressing bug fixes and making improvements to the user interface. Here’s what’s new:

-Generation 1 sprinklers local network access.

Thank you.
RainMachine Team

### 4.6.124 — 2022-07-08

We’re continuing to fix and improve our RainMachine Apple iOS app, addressing bug fixes and making improvements to the user interface. Here’s what’s new:
- Direct Access fixes
- Zone images loading fixes
- Improvements and bug fixes
- Local network access information

Thank you.
RainMachine Team

### 4.6.123 — 2022-06-10

We’re continuing to fix and improve our RainMachine Apple iOS app, addressing bug fixes and making improvements to the user interface. Here’s what’s new:
- Improvements and bug fixes.

Thank you.
RainMachine Team

### 4.6.122 — 2022-06-01

We’re continuing to fix and improve our RainMachine Apple iOS app, addressing bug fixes and making improvements to the user interface. Here’s what’s new:
- Fix for Direct Access (you need to add your device again).
- Other fixes.

Thank you.
Rainmachine Team

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