Rachio 16ZULW-C WiFi Smart Sprinkler Controller: Automatic weather skips for rain, wind, freeze and more
For the homeowner tired of manually adjusting a dial or forgetting to water the lawn, this smart sprinkler controller offers a simple upgrade. It transforms your irrigation into a hands-free system that cares for your yard, so you can focus on enjoying it.
Most controllers talk about saving water, but this one delivers peace of mind through its local weather intelligence. The app automatically skips watering for rain or freeze, so you never waste resources or risk overwatering. You can check schedules and run zones remotely, making it easy to adapt to sudden weather changes or vacations.
Installation takes about 30 minutes with basic tools, and it works with nearly any existing system. The adaptive schedules adjust to seasonal shifts, helping your grass stay healthy from spring showers to summer heat without constant input.
Features
- Control from anywhere via app
- Save water year-round with adaptive schedules
- Flexible scheduling with grow-in options
- Fast DIY install in 30 minutes or less
- Compatible with 99% of existing sprinkler systems
- Automatic weather skips for rain, wind, freeze and more
General specs
- Brand: Rachio
- Model: 16ZULW-C
- Seller: Amazon
- ID: B07CZ5K355
- Zones: 16
- Features: Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking
- Connectivity: Wi‑Fi
- Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
- First listed by seller: 1/12/26
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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| Brand | Rachio | Netro | Orbit | Rain Bird | RainPoint | Imolaza |
| Model | 16ZULW-C | Sprite-6 | 57950Z | C53111 | tvc8190318-wds | Imolaza-002 |
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| Price | $249.00 | $79.99 | $138.00 | $169.99 | $99.99 | $139.99 |
| Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | January 14, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | January 14, 2026 |
| Zones | 16 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Features | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Rain Sensor, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Rain Sensor, Smart Scheduling, Water Usage Tracking | Automatic Watering, Programmable, Rain Delay, Smart Scheduling |
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor | Indoor | Indoor, Outdoor | Indoor | Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | |||
| Outlets | 1 | |||||
| Material | Plastic | |||||
| Valve Type | Solenoid | Solenoid | ||||
| Display Type | Touchscreen | |||||
| Power Source | AC Power | AC Power | AC Power | AC Power | ||
| Irrigation Type | Drip | |||||
| App Compatibility | Smart Life, Tuya | Smart Life | Smart Life | Smart Life, Tuya | ||