CATEGORY : Smart Sprinklers

Orbit 57950 VS. Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller

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Winner:

Orbit 57950

Reasons to buy Orbit 57950:

  • button icon Compatible with Alexa
  • button icon Very easy to install and use
  • button icon Has a Weather Resistant Case
  • button icon Provides watering basing on site conditions
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Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller

Reasons to buy Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller :

  • button icon Remote control
  • button icon Set up customized Zones.
  • button icon Exclusive weather intelligence
  • button icon Intuitive Schedules
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PERFORMANCE
DRAW :
USABILITY
DRAW :
SAFETY
WINNER :

Orbit 57950

  • DURABILITY AND SECURITY
DESIGN
WINNER :

Orbit 57950

  • VOLTAGE
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Orbit 57950

Reasons why we like it:

  • DURABILITY AND SECURITY
  • VOLTAGE
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COMPARISON – Orbit 57950 VS. Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller

PERFORMANCE

AUTOMATICALLY WATERS YOUR LAWN

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

It is fully automatic whereby it uses Weather Sense technology to automatically adjust watering-schedule so as to deliver the right amount of water to your plants. Additionally, this technology provides watering basing on site conditions such as slope, soil type, sun/shade, history and live-weather-feeds.

Yes

Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller Rachio's top-rated smart sprinkler controller is the brains behind your complete lawn ecosystem. Water automatically to easily lock in lawn nutrients for maximum effectiveness and greener results.

SAVES WATER

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Comes with B-hyve timer that will help to save up to 50% more water compared to traditional controllers. Additionally, this device has been approved and certified to save you a lot of money on water-bills.

Yes

It saves water as it avoids watering in the rain. Exclusive weather intelligence automatically skips unnecessary watering with features like rain skip, wind skip, freeze skip, and more.

WEATHER AWARENESS

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Uses WeatherSense Technology to connect to local weather data systems in-order to give your landscape the exact amount of water it needs. Additionally, this device can recalculate your watering schedule in-order to provide your plants with necessary amounts of water and at the right time.

Yes

With advanced Rain, Freeze and Wind Skips, Weather Intelligence automatically adjusts watering schedules for predicted weather based on the latest local forecasts.

WATER RESTRICTION

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Comes with a Wi-Fi sprinkler timer that helps to restrict water-usage and even allows you to control water-flow from anywhere using a Smartphone with a B-hyve App.

Yes

Get peace of mind - Rachio knows just how much water your yard needs.

ALERTS YOU WHEN WATER SYSTEM GETS A PROBLEM

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

This device will send you an instant-alert on your smart-device with a B-hyve app in-case any section of the water-system get a problem.

Yes

A Wireless Flow Meter can send notifications to alert you of potential problems with your system.

STRONG WI-FI RECEPTION

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Features a strong Wi-Fi reception that is compatible with only 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi connections so as to help you manage your watering from anywhere in the world using an Android or iOS smart device. Additionally, this device can also be wirelessly connected to different smart-home-systems.

Yes

It has a strong Wi-Fi reception and conncetion.

CUSTOMIZED ZONES

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Features fully-customizable zones whereby you can give them individual-names and watering-time so as to keep different sections of your yard looking healthy.

Yes

Set up customized zones with confidence. Let Rachio recommend soil type based on your zip code, then add a few simple details like plant type, sun exposure and more to optimize watering for your specific yard.

COMPATIBLE WITH RAIN AND SOIL SENSORS

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Supports most rain, soil and freeze sensors so as to provide the right amount of water to your plants in different weather-conditions.

Yes

Sensors Rain Sensor - Wired & Wireless Normally Closed (NC) sensors, Soil Sensor - Wired & Wireless Normally Closed (NC) sensors, Wired Flow Sensors

SUPPORTS 2.4-GHZ WI-FI

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Can support a 2.4Ghz wireless-connection in-order to help you manage it from anywhere using your Smartphone or with a smart-home-system while at home as long as its connected to a network.

Yes

Wi-Fi Connection - Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) required.

USABILITY

COMPATIBLE WITH ALEXA

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Works with Amazon-Alexa for remote voice-control. However, you will need to read through the included quick guide to know how you can use your B-hyve with Alexa to control your watering with simple voice-phrases.

Yes

Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller, 8-Zone 2nd Generation, Alexa and Apple HomeKit Compatible.

REMOTE ACCESS

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Can be remotely accessed and controlled from anywhere in the world using your Android or iOS smart device or even from your computer with a B-hyve App. In fact, this device only requires a Wi-Fi connection to help you access remotely from anywhere.

Yes

Start, Stop, Pause or Skip individual zones - even create a Custom Run schedule - all from our exclusive Remote. Only Rachio offers smartphone control this precise.

EASY INSTALLATION

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

It is very easy to install and setup because it utilizes a swing panel that facilitates for easy access to the angled wiring terminals which makes wiring simple and convenient in just minutes. Additionally, it also features a plug-and-go line cord that can be cut for hardwired applications.

Yes

Experience fast DIY installation. Rachio Smart sprinkler controllers replace 99% of existing sprinkler controllers. Install in 30 minutes or less with no special tools needed. Our in-app installation tutorial helps you get online and watering in no time!

AFFORDABLE

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

This is the best budget-friendly, advanced, smart sprinkler you will ever get on the market today. Although its actual-price may depend on the store where you’re purchasing it from, it’s still cheaper than most advanced smart-sprinklers.

Yes

This smart sprinkler is affordable enough

MONITOR WATER USAGE

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

The B-hyve Wi-Fi timer will allow you to control and monitor water-usage from anywhere using your Smartphone. In fact, with device you can remotely monitor and control your sprinklers as if you were right next to the timer.

Yes

Control from anywhere with the easy-to-use app. Run sprinklers, view upcoming schedules, and observe your estimated outdoor water usage.

CREATE WATERING SCHEDULE

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

It will help you to create custom schedules for your landscape using the B-hyve App on your mobile-phone or manually using the large LCD-Screen with controls/buttons. On the other hand, this device can also use catch-cup-technology to produce professional scheduling results.

Yes

Control from anywhere with the easy-to-use app. Run sprinklers, view upcoming schedules, and observe your estimated outdoor water usage.

ZONE

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Features 2-models with either 6 or 12 zones that are fully-customizable in-order to meet your yard watering needs.

Yes

Set up customized zones with confidence. Let Rachio recommend soil type based on your zip code, then add a few simple details like plant type, sun exposure and more to optimize watering for your specific yard.

SAFETY

DURABILITY AND SECURITY

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

It is very durable and even comes with a lockable, weather-resistant cabinet that allows it to be installed outdoors without risk of weather damage and theft. Likewise, this device offers an encrypted and secure wireless-connection that facilitates for a secure communication.

No

Orbit 57950

DESIGN

VOLTAGE

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Uses only 110-Volts and its only compatible with North American electrical outlets and International versions are only available for markets outside North America. Additionally, this unit features a power-input of 120V AC/60Hz and a power-output of 24V AC.

No

CERTIFIED TO SAVE WATER

Orbit 57950
Rachio WiFi Smart Lawn Sprinkler Controller
Yes

Unit is certified for the rigorous WaterSense and SWAT testing protocols. This implies that it will help you save water and energy. Likewise, this device is also eligible for local rebates which will help you save more on water-bills.

Yes

EPA WaterSense Certified

Orbit 57950

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