The Rachio
8ZULW-C is part of the
Sprinkler Timers test program at
Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, In-Ground Sprinkler Controllers
models like the 8ZULW-C are rated on multiple criteria, such as those
listed below.
Weather responsiveness:
How well the unit reads, adjusts to or responds to the actual weather forecast.
Convenience:
Convenience is based on how easy each unit can be wired to your system, has buttons or controls on the unit, where unit can be mounted.
WiFi:
WiFi is based on how easy it is to connect the unit to WiFi. Also if the unit can be controlled by an App.