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What Customers Are Saying
The product has a mix of positive and negative feedback. Many users found it easy to install and program, with a user-friendly app providing convenient remote control and scheduling. The weather-based smart watering feature was praised for its efficiency. However, some customers reported issues with Wi-Fi connectivity and Bluetooth pairing, leading to unreliable operation. Hardware failures after a year or two of use were also noted by some. Overall, the product seems to work well for many, but the reliability and support concerns may be a consideration.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.So far not impressed with software app
Would Not RecommendFirst off, the controller installs easily but that’s a pretty low bar. It is attractive although it is approx 2x the size of an equivalent analog controller. I like that I can mount it higher up since there is no need to interface with it manually once installed. Be aware that LEDs are constantly illuminated which actually lights up the area around the controller. Main glow appears to be blue when off and green when running programs. My biggest gripe surrounds the whole reason that I bought this...
From 16 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer Verified Purchaser
Unit is OK - Difficult to Configure - Poor Support
Would Not RecommendI was able to configure the unit but WiFi setup was very sketchy insofar as I had to reset the system several times. The instructions are virtually useless and Customer Support - virtually non-existent as they take several days to respond to texts or phone calls to their support number and sometimes do not respond at all. The app (I have an iOS Apple iPhone) freezes and requires phone reboots to correct. The rain sensor feature does not function correctly and the unit runs even if the jumper is...
Worked fair for 3 months but can't get it to turn on the valves any more had reinstall my old rain-bird unit.
Loses connection! Don't waste your money.
Would Not RecommendContinually loses wi-fi connection (almost daily). The wi-fi router is in the garage along with it, and it can't seem to find it once disconnected. I have 2 unplug (reset) the device numerous times before it finally finds the signal. Only for it to lose connection in a couple days again. What a complete waste of money. It's going back. So incredibly frustrated with it. I was excited about the features. But, no internet, no features. Absolute disappointment and wouldn't recommend to my worst ene...
Hey there, I'm sorry to hear about your experience with this timer. In the future, our Orbit support team is happy to help with any issues you ma...

B-Hyve is the way to go
Would RecommendJust purchased. WiFi signal is strong. Have only used it for a short time but setup was all done via smartphone (super easy). App tells you what programs are scheduled next and when they are done.
From 16 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer Verified Purchaser
Garbage
Does not water even when programmed. When it does water...its at whatever time it wants to...not the time that is set. Not trustworthy at all.
From 6 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer
Hey Dave, Our Orbit support team is happy to help make sure your B-hyve irrigation timer's programs are working properly. We can be reached by ph...

Great Controller
Would RecommendEasy to set up and program. Works great with my iPhone. Unlike other WiFi controllers this one has a screen,buttons and a dial for operating the system without your phone.
From 12 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Verified Purchaser
Won't connect
Would Not RecommendI installed the app as instructed and attempted to pair the phone to the controller. After several attempts to pair via bluetooth and wifi it just would not connect. I tried to call customer support and they told me via recording that a person would call me back within 30 minutes to an hour. They never called me back. I returned to the store.
From 6 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer
Some easy so.e not
Would RecommendWas easy to wire and mount. Bluetooth easy. Wireless was very difficult. 800 help line, not helpfull. Unable to get a person or promised call back. Finally got to work. Settings easy to do
Verified Purchaser
Functional but WiFi connection or app buggy
Would RecommendHave used this controller for 2-3 years. Easy install, easy manual controls. reliable in automated control once WiFi connection made. But, getting and maintaining WiFi connection buggy: every year after winter “off” mode and occasionally during summer need to reconnect. Can’t remember the process each time so takes several steps to get to “your device is found” by the app on phone or tablet but cannot connect to the unit to my WiFi. This year tried 5 times standing next to the device (multi...
From 6 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer
Easy to use
Would RecommendGreat product! Easy to use app. Only thing know this you can’t run all sprinklers at the same time.
From 6 -Station Digital Wi-Fi Compatible Indoor_SLASH_Outdoor Smart Compatible Irrigation Timer Verified Purchaser

Hey Larry, our Orbit support team is happy to help make sure your timer can still operate as intended. We can be reached by phone at (800) 488-6156 o...