Best Irrigation Controllers In April 2024

Looking for some of the Best Irrigation Controllers? As you may know, there are dozens of similar products out there and some come with vastly different price tags. Let us help you out here – we have handpicked for you the Best Irrigation Controllers.

To help you in your search, we have completed this list of the Best Irrigation Controllers.

Top Rated Best Irrigation Controllers Of 2024

Rank	Product Name	Score
1	Orbit B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller Buy Now	9.7 Buy Now
2	Rain Bird SST600IN Simple-to-Set Indoor Sprinkler/Irrigation System Timer/Controller, 6-Zone/Station Buy Now	9.5 Buy Now
3	Orbit 57946 B-hyve Smart Indoor/Outdoor 6-Station WiFi Sprinkler System Controller Buy Now	9.1 Buy Now
4	Orbit 57894 4-Station Outdoor Swing Panel Sprinkler System Timer Buy Now	8.8 Buy Now
5	Rain Bird ST8I-2.0 Smart Indoor WiFi Sprinkler/Irrigation System Timer/Controller, WaterSense Certified, 8-Zone/Station, Compatible Buy Now	8.6 Buy Now
6	Rain Bird ESP4ME3 Indoor Outdoor 120V Irrigation Controller LNK WiFi Compatible ESPME3 Buy Now	8.3 Buy Now
7	Hunter Sprinkler XC600 X-Core 6-Station Outdoor Irrigation Controller Timer 6 Zone,Gray,Small Buy Now	8.1 Buy Now
8	Hunter Industries XC800 X-Core 8-Station Outdoor Irrigation Controller, Gray Buy Now	7.8 Buy Now
9	HUNTER Sprinkler PCC1200I PCC 12-Station Indoor Irrigation Controller Buy Now	7.5 Buy Now
10	Irritrol Rain Dial RD600-INT-R 6 Station Indoor Irrigation Controller Buy Now	7.2 Buy Now

1. Orbit B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller

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9.7/10 our score

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• Wi-fi capable: fully functional with android, ios or web app for total control, wherever you need it
• Supports: master valve and pump relay setups.
• Free app: easy programming from the b-hyve app in both adroid and ios platforms
• Multi functionality: operates with or without wi-fi connectivity by storing app-set programs on the timer
• Bluetooth: fast and easy pairing using bluetooth or wi-fi technology
• Convenient: plug-and-go line cord and transformer

2. Rain Bird SST600IN Simple-to-Set Indoor Sprinkler/Irrigation System Timer/Controller, 6-Zone/Station

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9.5/10 our score

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• Superior long-lasting durability and built-in surge protection
• Simple zone-by-zone settings allow customized watering schedules for each area of your yard
• Designed for indoor installation within a garage, home, or waterproof shed
• New and improved model sst600in timer replaces the obsolete sst600i
• This timer is so easy to program you won't need the instructions
• One-touch seasonal adjust allows increase to watering time in hot, dry months or reduction in cool, rainy periods

3. Orbit 57946 B-hyve Smart Indoor/Outdoor 6-Station WiFi Sprinkler System Controller

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9.1/10 our score

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• Easy to install and use - utilize the swing panel for easy access to the angled wiring terminals, which makes wiring simple and convenient and the plug-and-go line cord that can also be cut for hardwired applications.
• Certified to save water and money - b-hyve is epa watersense approved and certified, ensuring it will save you water and energy. this can also make your b-hyve timer eligible for local rebates, which can save up to 100% of the cost on your timer.
• Water savings - integrate your b-hyve timer with use of catch cups (orbit 26250) to save up to 50% more water than with traditional controllers. optimize the way you water, so you can keep everything lush and green without breaking the bank.
• Smart watering - weather sense technology provides watering based on site conditions such as slope, soil type, sun/shade, historical et and live weather feeds. it automatically adjusts your controller to deliver the right amount of water to your plants.
• Ultimate wifi and timer control - the b-hyve app is fully functional for android, ios or web devices and gives you control wherever you need it. program your timer on the app, at the timer, or let the weather-based software create a program for you.
• Use with 110v only - compatible and compliant only with north american electrical outlets. international versions are available for markets outside north america.

4. Orbit 57894 4-Station Outdoor Swing Panel Sprinkler System Timer

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8.8/10 our score

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• Saves water in drought conditions
• This sprinkler system timer has easy-set programming logic
• Orbit 4-station outdoor swing panel sprinkler system time can be mounted either indoor or outdoor
• Saves water in drought conditions
• Includes 3 programs for flexible scheduling, and can program up to 4 separate zones in your yard
• Comes with a large lcd screen and dial

5. Rain Bird ST8I-2.0 Smart Indoor WiFi Sprinkler/Irrigation System Timer/Controller, WaterSense

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8.6/10 our score

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• Compatible with: amazon alexa, apple ios 8 or greater, and android 4.4 (kitkat) or later
• Daily watering schedule automatically adjusts based on season, local weather, temperature, and humidity
• Super easy to program, allows access to timer functions from anywhere in the world
• Wifi signal conveniently places control of your timer in the palm of your hand
• New and improved model 2.0 wifi timer, features numerous upgrades and replaces the obsolete st8i-wifi
• Watering delay feature suspends watering from 1 to 14 days, programming resumes automatically once delay has ended

6. Rain Bird ESP4ME3 Indoor Outdoor 120V Irrigation Controller LNK WiFi Compatible ESPME3

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8.3/10 our score

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• Non-volatile memory saves controller settings indefinitely, even after long power outages
• Able to delay watering up to 14-days
• Smart modular control system with wifi capability (accessory sold separately) accommodates 4 to 22 stations and is designed for residential and light commercial use
• Features 1-touch manual watering
• Starts off with 4 base stations, but allows you to expand up to 22 with 3 or 6 station modules (sold separately)

7. Hunter Sprinkler XC600 X-Core 6-Station Outdoor Irrigation Controller Timer 6 Zone,Gray,Small

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8.1/10 our score

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• Control up to 6 stations with 3 programs and 4 start times each
• Compatible with hunter's roam remote control
• Easy retrieve memory
• Automatic short circuit protection
• Hunter quick check helps troubleshoot field wiring issues

8. Hunter Industries XC800 X-Core 8-Station Outdoor Irrigation Controller, Gray

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7.8/10 our score

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• Provides essential water management features in a user-friendly outdoor controller to ensure beautiful, healthy landscapes for up to 8 stations
• 3 flexible programs with 4 start times each and run times up to 4 hours to accommodate most residential and light commercial irrigation system needs
• Programs are stored in memory so irrigation resumes normally after a power outage
• Built-in key lock on outdoor models protects against vandalism
• Compatible with hunter weather sensors to halt irrigation during rain, freeze, and wind events

9. HUNTER Sprinkler PCC1200I PCC 12-Station Indoor Irrigation Controller

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7.5/10 our score

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• The pcc is also compatible with the hunter solar sync
• The pcc will now regulate run times based on local weather conditions

10. Irritrol Rain Dial RD600-INT-R 6 Station Indoor Irrigation Controller

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7.2/10 our score

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• Rain sensor ready - sensor bypass switch and terminal for sensor hookup
• Three independent programs - programming flexibility to meet the needs of a wide variety of plant material on the landscape site
• Water well recovery (delay between stations) - option of pump circuit on or off during
• Remote control ready - compatible with crr (contractor residential remote) remote series
• Climate logic ready - automatically reschedules rain dial-r watering based on the weather