When I moved into my new house a few years ago I bought a Blossom sprinkler controller because I travel quite a bit and needed a way to keep the lawn green without overwatering. Last year I tested the ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Skydrop Halo Sprinkler Controller (SDCRW1.0) is part of the Sprinkler Timers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. If you have an in-ground sprinkler system, there's a good ...

As more Californians become aware of the need to conserve water as a matter of lifestyle, more will become aware of the need to monitor their sprinkler system — the No. 1 source of residential water ...

A smart timer also puts all of the standard features of a regular irrigation system on a smartphone app, and it automatically optimizes the frequency of waterings and the volume of water used based on ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Scotts Gro 70001 7 Zone Controller is part of the Sprinkler Timers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, In-Ground ...

This rugged smart sprinkler isn’t as easy to use as Rachio, but it does allow for app-free control. If you’re looking for a relatively traditional sprinkler system with smart features—or vice ...

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SAN CLEMENTE — How much water can a typical homeowner save by using a “smart timer” irrigation system in your yard? About 36 gallons a day – the equivalent of a large trash barrel – San Clemente ...