{"product_id":"rachio-smart-hose-timer-bundle-2-valves-1-wifi-hub-app-controlled-with-flow-monitoring","title":"Rachio Smart Hose Timer Bundle — 2 Valves + 1 WiFi Hub, app-controlled with flow monitoring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Rachio Smart Hose Timer Bundle replaces old dial timers with app-managed hose valves and a WiFi Hub for precise, automated watering from anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStop turning a plastic dial and start managing your hose watering from your phone. This bundle includes two Rachio smart timer valves plus a WiFi Hub so you can build schedules, run instant water sessions, and receive alerts about flow and battery status. Designed to pair up to eight valves per hub, the kit scales with your yard and integrates with popular smart-home systems for voice or automation control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I control my hoses and set schedules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou control each valve from the Rachio mobile app or by pressing the valve's built-in quick-run button. The app guides you through setup and lets you create flexible schedules with start times, run durations, and repeat frequencies. Schedules can be adjusted anytime from anywhere when your hub connects to 2.4 GHz WiFi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate automatic watering routines for different zones and addresses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart or stop a manual watering session from the app or the valve button\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePair up to eight valves to one WiFi Hub to centralize control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat smart features help save water and avoid surprises?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Rain Skips prevent scheduled runs when rain is forecast, reducing unnecessary watering. Flow monitoring watches for unexpected use or leaks and sends alerts, while low-battery notifications let you replace two AA batteries before a valve stops operating. These features provide practical water savings and maintenance reminders without constant supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomatic Rain Skips based on local weather forecasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlow monitoring alerts for leaks or broken hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-battery push notifications to keep valves reliable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow hard is installation and what does the kit include?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation takes just minutes: attach valves to standard faucets, insert two AA batteries per valve, plug in the WiFi Hub to your home network, and follow the app prompts. The bundle ships with two smart valves and one WiFi Hub; batteries are not included. The hub requires a 2.4 GHz WiFi connection for cloud features and remote control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo timer valves and one WiFi Hub included in the bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBattery-powered valves (2× AA each) for simple, tool-free setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHub requires 2.4 GHz WiFi and plugs into home router power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this work with my smart home setup and expand later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rachio system supports common smart-home platforms like Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT, enabling voice and automation control. If you need more coverage, add additional Rachio valves—each hub supports up to eight valves—so expansion is straightforward without adding more hubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrates with Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale up to eight valves per WiFi Hub for larger yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApp-based controls plus manual button for local use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? This bundle is ideal for homeowners, renters with outdoor faucets, and anyone who waters container gardens, vegetable beds, or lawn areas by hose and wants smarter control. It's especially useful for people who want to save water, avoid midday watering mistakes, or centralize multiple hose locations under a single app and hub. If you need simple installation, remote control, and scalable expansion without rewiring or plumbing changes, this Rachio Smart Hose Timer Bundle offers a modern replacement for unreliable dial timers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do the valves need power from the house?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—each valve runs on two AA batteries; the WiFi Hub plugs into home power and needs 2.4 GHz WiFi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many valves can one Hub manage?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One WiFi Hub can pair with up to eight Rachio hose timer valves for expanded coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rachio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56801461698900,"sku":"B0DYVTGHD8","price":201.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/rachio-front-packaging-hose-timer-bundle.jpg?v=1786742385","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/rachio-smart-hose-timer-bundle-2-valves-1-wifi-hub-app-controlled-with-flow-monitoring","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}