Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller

Price: $199.99–$249.99 USD

Available Models

• 8-Zone: $199.99 USD
• 16-Zone: $249.99 USD

Smart Controller + Nozzle Upgrade Kit

FREE Upgrade Kit

With the purchase of a Rachio controller, receive a free nozzle upgrade kit, an $89 value.

Choose Your FREE Nozzle Kit Sizing Guide

• Small Nozzle Kit: Up to 14' watering radius
• Medium Nozzle Kit: Up to 18' watering radius
• Large Nozzle Kit: Up to 24' watering radius

Pricing Details

• 8-Zone & Small Nozzle Kit: Original Price: $289.98 | Current Price: $199.99

Why Upgrade?

The controller and nozzles need to work together to optimize watering.

Control Your Watering

Rachio controllers help understand when and how long to water.

Efficient Watering

Water More Effectively

Rain Bird Rotary Nozzles put out water slower and can water deeper than old spray heads.

Control Your Watering

Smart control for in-ground precision.

• Run your sprinklers from anywhere.
• Watering that adjusts itself through automatic rain skips and seasonal updates.
• Save water and money; most users save 20% or more on outdoor water use.

Upgrade One Zone for FREE

Receive a free Zone Upgrade Kit with Rain Bird nozzles when you purchase a Rachio controller. This kit is essential for replacing the nozzles in one zone of your irrigation system.

About the Kit

• Covers one zone of your irrigation system.
• Each kit contains 9 nozzles.
• Designed for spray heads; NOT rotor heads.
• No special tools required.
• Fits any male-threaded spray body (works with most existing hardware).

About Rain Bird Nozzles

Most issues with sprinklers start at the head. Replacing with a Rain Bird rotary nozzle is quick and requires no tools.

Pick the Right Kit for Your Zone

Zone Kit Installation

How many spray heads are in the zone?

Count the heads currently in your zone. Each kit includes 9 nozzles; if more heads are present, additional nozzles are needed.

How far apart are your spray heads?

Measure the average distance between spray heads to determine the nozzle throw distance required for full coverage.

• 14 feet or less -> Small kit
• More than 14 feet up to 18 feet -> Medium kit
• More than 17 feet -> Large kit

Does your zone include any narrow strip areas?

If the zone contains both lawn and narrow strips, choose a 'with Strip' kit to cover those areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why combine Rain Bird Rotary Nozzles with a Rachio controller? Combining high-efficiency nozzles with smart controllers leads to optimal performance.

• Do I need to replace my entire sprinkler system? No, only replace the nozzles on existing spray heads and upgrade the controller.

• How difficult is it to install Rain Bird Rotary Nozzles? They can typically be installed in under a minute with no tools needed.

• What does the Rachio controller add beyond basic scheduling? Remote control via smartphone, custom schedules based on yard specs, and weather adjustments.

• What is the benefit of purchasing the bundle? A free Zone Upgrade Kit enhances value and optimizes performance immediately.

• Will these nozzles work with my existing sprinkler heads? They fit most male-threaded spray bodies.

• Can the Rachio 3 be installed outside? Yes, but requires a weatherproof enclosure.

• Can I share my controller with family or a lawn professional? Yes, Rachio supports shared access for different user roles.