RAINPOINTWater Timer for Garden Hose - 2 Zone Sprinkler Timer with Rain Delay/Manual Watering/Automatic Irrigation for Yard Lawn

I am updating my rating of this product due to responsiveness of the seller. They stand behind their product.The timer is very easy to set up and does work well. With the one little glitch that has been taken care of, it's a good unit for the money. One thing I really like about it is using a dial instead of the touchscreen type units that fail after being exposed to the elements after one season.

Recommend this product. I always over-research purchases and decided on this sprinkler timer after considering several other competitors. The design makes it easy to setup the time on the device, then schedule when, what duration and frequency of the schedule for each outlet, independently.It has worked flawlessly from day one. No leaks, is well-made, and of similar size to its competitors that I researched.The rain delay function is a little less intuitive, but I got it right on the second try.Definitely recommend this product.

I have been using hose timers to irrigate areas on my property for over a decade now, from May through October. I have become discouraged about the high failure rate I have been experiencing from the Orbit (half of the ones I’ve purchased fail within the first year or two, whereas some have lasted for 5+ years - but it’s a crap shoot and my most recent failure was a valve that didn’t close which added hundreds of $$ to my water bill). So thought I’d try switching to the Rainpoint brand. Seems to be working reliably so far but only time will tell. Quality does seem better than the Orbit so I’m hopeful, no leaks and the connections seemed easier. BUT, it took me several attempts to get the valves to open and close initially. You must follow the instructions in the users manual EXACTLY as stated. I’m so familiar with hose timers that I felt it shouldn’t be necessary to follow this very specific procedure. Therefore I dropped a star. But the rest (installing and programming) is super easy. I’ll be happy if I can get more than just a couple of irrigation seasons out of this and if so, I’ll come back and give it the full 5 stars. Oh, and when using hose timers, to make them last, it’s important to keep them out of direct sunlight (cover them with a cloth or something) and don’t leave them connected outside during the cold and/or wet winter season - a bit of a hassle but necessary for longevity.

I’ve been using the RAINPOINT 2 Zone Water Timer for a few weeks now, and overall, it has been a reliable and convenient upgrade for managing my garden irrigation. Here are my thoughts:What I Like:Dual-Zone Functionality:Having two independently programmable zones is a game-changer. I use one zone for the lawn and the other for my raised garden beds. It allows me to tailor the watering schedule to each plant's needs, which saves both water and effort.User-Friendly Interface:The digital display is large and clear, and the buttons are easy to use. Setting up the watering times and durations took just a few minutes, even without the manual.Customizable Scheduling:You can program each zone with its own schedule (start time, frequency, duration), which is excellent for plants that need more or less water. It also supports both odd/even days and interval watering.Manual Watering Option:This feature is super handy when I want to water outside of the schedule—just a quick press and I can water on demand without affecting the regular schedule.Rain Delay Function:Especially useful during unpredictable spring showers. The delay feature helps conserve water and prevents overwatering after rain.A Few Downsides:Battery Operated:It runs on AA batteries (not included), and while battery life seems decent so far, I’ll need to monitor how often replacements are needed. A low-battery indicator would be a nice addition.No Wi-Fi or App Connectivity:For a tech-savvy gardener, the lack of smart features might feel limiting. This is more of a hands-on timer than a remote-controlled system.Hose Thread Sensitivity:I recommend using plumber’s tape when connecting the unit to avoid minor leaks. The fittings are good, but a little extra sealing makes a difference.

Quality timer with all the settings you need (start time, how long, and how often) for 2 different water hoses. The zones are easy to set up with the quick guide provided. It also has a manual setting so you can bypass the automatic settings.

Purchased this when we bought the Carpathen watering system. Easy to operate and program. Works very well together. A lot of videos on Youtube with instructions. Couldn't be happier!

I should have bought this years ago. Works great and is saving me so much time. We have it set to water both the garden and fill the chicken watering trough- it’s perfect and easy to make adjustments as the season goes on.

Effective but not very user-friendly. Hold onto the user's annual if you plan to make adjustments to time and frequency of watering.