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product_id: 451574987
title: "Rain Bird ARC8 App-Based Indoor/Outdoor Smart WiFi Irrigation Sprinkler Timer/Controller, 8-Zone/Station, EPA WaterSense Certified, Compatible with Alexa, Indoor/Outdoor 8-Station"
brand: "rain bird"
price: "€ 134.00"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Rain Bird"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/451574987-rain-bird-arc8-app-based-indoor-outdoor-smart-wifi-irrigation
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# Up to 30% water savings 8-zone WiFi app control 12 start times & 3 programs/zone Rain Bird ARC8 App-Based Indoor/Outdoor Smart WiFi Irrigation Sprinkler Timer/Controller, 8-Zone/Station, EPA WaterSense Certified, Compatible with Alexa, Indoor/Outdoor 8-Station

**Brand:** rain bird
**Price:** € 134.00
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💦 Stay smart, save water, and never miss a drop with Rain Bird ARC8!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rain Bird ARC8 App-Based Indoor/Outdoor Smart WiFi Irrigation Sprinkler Timer/Controller, 8-Zone/Station, EPA WaterSense Certified, Compatible with Alexa, Indoor/Outdoor 8-Station by rain bird
- **How much does it cost?** € 134.00 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/451574987-rain-bird-arc8-app-based-indoor-outdoor-smart-wifi-irrigation)

## Best For

- rain bird enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rain bird brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Water Savings:** Automatically adapts watering based on local weather forecasts and historic data to reduce water use by up to 30%.
- • **Total Control in Your Palm:** Manage 8 zones remotely via intuitive Rain Bird app—schedule, adjust, and monitor watering anytime, anywhere.
- • **Built to Last Indoors or Out:** Durable contractor-grade sealed case withstands harsh outdoor conditions while offering easy indoor mounting.
- • **Seamless Smart Home Integration:** Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, iOS, and Android for effortless voice and app control.
- • **Customizable & Flexible Scheduling:** Supports 3 individual programs per zone with up to 12 start times, plus seasonal and cyclic adjustments for perfect watering.

## Overview

The Rain Bird ARC8 is an EPA WaterSense certified, 8-zone smart WiFi sprinkler timer that puts full irrigation control in your hands via a sleek mobile app. Designed for indoor or outdoor use, it offers up to 30% water savings by automatically adjusting schedules based on local weather data. With 3 customizable programs per zone, 12 start times, and compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant, it’s the ultimate smart irrigation solution for eco-conscious professionals who demand convenience, efficiency, and durability.

## Description

Product Description Rain Bird ARC8 App-Based Indoor/Outdoor Smart WiFi Irrigation Sprinkler Timer/Controller, 8-Zone/Station, EPA WaterSense Certified, Compatible with Alexa. The exceptional ARC-8 WiFi timer brings total control of your sprinkler system to the palm of your hand. Use the intuitive Rain Bird mobile app on your mobile device to set, monitor, or adjust schedules anywhere in the world. Activate any schedule, delay watering, view upcoming watering schedules and even check your local weather forecast. Reduces water usage up to 30% by automatically skipping or adjusting daily watering for your postal code; based on local weather forecast and historic averages. Compatible with desertcart Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple iOS 8 or greater, and Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later. Controls 8-zones with up to 12 total start times. Provides 3 individual programs (A, B, C) per zone customizable for watering days with up to 4 start times per program and run times from 1-minute to 6-hours. Customize zones with names, pictures, frequency, start times and run times. Meeting regional watering restrictions is easy with custom days of week, odd or even calendar days, or cyclic (every 1 to 14 days) watering schedules. Enabling Notifications informs you of programming changes, valve malfunctions, WiFi network disconnections, when date or time is incorrect or of a possible freeze. Seasonal Adjust allows you to reduce run time by 5% to 200% on all programs simultaneously, or to individual programs. Watering Delay suspends watering for 1 to 14 days and automatically resumes once delay ends. Manual Watering turns on watering for 1-zone or all zones for a specified time. Easily share control for any speciﬁed time with family members, landscaping, or maintenance professionals. Simple commands may also be performed directly from the timer control panel. Comes pre-installed in a sealed contractor-grade case for easy mounting indoors or in the harshest outdoor environments. Robust set screw terminals accommodate 8 zones plus a master valve, pump start relay, rain sensor, and freeze sensor to automatically turn off watering (rain sensor CPRSDBEX sold separately). Wireless networks supported: 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n channels. Connects via 6' A/C power cord or can be direct-wired; internal transformer reduces voltage from 120 VAC to 24 VAC. Compatible with most 24 VAC irrigation valves. Certifications: UL/cUL, FCC Part 15b, IP24, Meets EPA WaterSense Criteria as certified by ICC-ES, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B). Input: 120VAC (±10%) @ 60Hz. Rain Bird “The Intelligent Use of Water” From the Manufacturer Rain Bird Corporation is a privately held company founded in 1933 during the agricultural boom in California. We’re recognized as the #1 manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services in the world. With sales offices around the globe; we offer over 4,000 water-saving irrigation products in more than 130 countries. Since the very beginning, Rain Bird has produced and offered the industry’s broadest range of high-quality irrigation products for: farms, golf courses, sports arenas, commercial developments and homes. Over the past 80-years Rain Bird has received more than 450 patents worldwide. Including the first one for irrigation in 1935 on our original impact-drive sprinkler (U.S. Patent #1,997,901) which revolutionized agricultural food-production and ushered in a new era in irrigation worldwide. In 1990 this original impact sprinkler was designated a historic landmark by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers. Our products cover all aspects of irrigation…timers/controllers, pop-up rotary sprinklers, pop-up spray head sprinklers, sprinkler nozzles, irrigation valves, Drip irrigation, drainage and much more. These products have been chosen and installed worldwide in the largest and most prestigious projects for residential, commercial, agricultural and golf course irrigation. Rain Bird is committed to The Intelligent Use of Water™ extending beyond products to education, training and services for the industry and the community. Our legacy is to design and manufacture only products of the highest value and quality. We’re grateful to have received numerous recognition awards from many of our valued partners. Rain Bird “The Intelligent Use of Water"

Review: Super easy to set up. - Easy setup even without reading the instructions. This is my third sprinkler timer setup, first one that can be controlled by an app. Setting up the stations in the app is a lot faster and easier than standing at the controller pressing buttons and turning a dial. I bought this particular one because my state offers a $100 rebate for a smart controller that will reduce watering times based on the weather if it rains. So, at the price I bought it at it was about $30 after the rebate. This smart controller will also water a little longer if it hasn't rained. I like that you can control it in an app and turn it on and off without going back and forth to the controller. It takes a few seconds for it to communicate but that's fine. I also like that you can name the stations and programs. Really the only thing I don't like is that it is only app controlled, there isn't much to control manually at the control panel it self, I don't see this really ever being an issue but could be just a minor inconvenience at times. I would buy this one again.
Review: A Great Sprinkler System - I upgraded from a 3 year old rainbird which i hated. I have 38 sprinklers and a ton of plants Why I love this updated version. 1. Easy to install. 1 screw holds it in place.The instructions are easy to follow. I had to call tech support, they are great. Fixed my issue fast 2 They want this indoors, mine is under an awning and after a few heavy high wind Florida storms, it did not affect it 3 The App is great. I can set a schedule and I never worry, it runs perfectly. 4. I can schedule watering or do watering on the spot choosing all zones or specific zones. My zone 1 has my palm trees which need more water. 5. Not so good Iphone App is hit or miss. It takes a while to load up from 25’ away from the rainbird. I was in Virginia and I could connect to Florida, but from a hotel room nope. You have to have a solid signal. They have wired and wireless rain monitors, i will get one soon Overall i give the rainbird unit a 10. The App an 8. But remember 99% of the time it is Set it and Forget it. I wot so buy this again.

## Features

- Indoor/Outdoor WiFi sprinkler timer puts control of your sprinkler system in the palm of your hand with intuitive Rain Bird mobile app
- Use mobile device to set, monitor, or adjust schedules anywhere in the world; easily share control with family members, landscaping/maintenance professionals
- Activate any schedule, delay watering, view upcoming watering schedules, manual watering, even check your local weather forecast
- Automatically skips or adjusts daily watering for a postal code based on local weather forecast and historic averages for up to 30% water-savings
- Compatible with desertcart Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple iOS 8 or greater, and Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B1NZ2WF4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,941 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #8 in Automatic Irrigation Controllers |
| Brand Name | Rain Bird |
| Color | Gray and Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 761 Reviews |
| Display Type | LED |
| Included Components | Timer, A/C eletrical cord, owners manual |
| Item Height | 7.86 inches |
| Item Type Name | Rain Bird ARC8 App-Based Indoor/Outdoor Smart Irrigation WiFi Timer/Controller, 8-Zone/Station, EPA WaterSense Certified, Works with Amazon Alexa |
| Manufacturer | Rain Bird |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Operating Temperature | 149 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| UPC | 077985084684 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 120 Volts (AC) |

## Product Details

- **Color:** Gray and Green
- **Brand:** Rain Bird
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Display Type:** LED
- **Operating Temperature:** 149 Degrees Fahrenheit

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will the internal pump start turn on a 240v pump?**
A: The master valve/pump start terminals are downstream from the transformer, so the controller will only provide 24VAC for the pump start relay to operate the pump. Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact our technical support at 1-800-RAIN BIRD (800-724-6247) and we’d be more than happy to assist.

**Q: My irrigation control is in the back of my yard.  it is far from my wi-fi router in my house.  would this not work then if the wifi signal is too far?**
A: It's really dependent on on the signal strength coming from your router. To verify, take your mobile device to the location of your controller and see if the WiFi signal has at least two bars of strength. If you've already purchased the controller, this can also be done in the Rain Bird App by clicking the WiFi Signal Strength icon in your controller settings. Ideally, the controller should have -30 to -60 Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI). If needed, boost signal by adding a wireless router or moving controller and router closer together. If you would like additional help in setting up or operating the Rain Bird ARC8 Controller, please feel free to contact our technical support at 1-800-RAIN BIRD (800-724-6247) and we’d be more than happy to assist.

**Q: Is this 220 volts?**
A: Currently, the Rain Bird ARC8 Controller comes with a 120 VAC transformer and six-foot AC power cord, which is standard in North America. Alternatively, the controller can be wired directly into a power supply by removing the power cord. It has an internal transformer that reduces supply voltage from 120 VAC to 24 VAC. As we introduce international models that support a 230V power supply, we will be sure to let you know.

**Q: does the unit retain programming after a power failure since there is no backup battery?**
A: Programming is stored in non-volatile memory, so your schedules are stored even in the event of a power outage. If you would like additional help, please feel free to contact our technical support at 1-800-RAIN BIRD (800-724-6247) and we’d be more than happy to assist.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super easy to set up.
*by J***E on August 23, 2025*

Easy setup even without reading the instructions. This is my third sprinkler timer setup, first one that can be controlled by an app. Setting up the stations in the app is a lot faster and easier than standing at the controller pressing buttons and turning a dial. I bought this particular one because my state offers a $100 rebate for a smart controller that will reduce watering times based on the weather if it rains. So, at the price I bought it at it was about $30 after the rebate. This smart controller will also water a little longer if it hasn't rained. I like that you can control it in an app and turn it on and off without going back and forth to the controller. It takes a few seconds for it to communicate but that's fine. I also like that you can name the stations and programs. Really the only thing I don't like is that it is only app controlled, there isn't much to control manually at the control panel it self, I don't see this really ever being an issue but could be just a minor inconvenience at times. I would buy this one again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Great Sprinkler System
*by K***N on June 20, 2025*

I upgraded from a 3 year old rainbird which i hated. I have 38 sprinklers and a ton of plants Why I love this updated version. 1. Easy to install. 1 screw holds it in place.The instructions are easy to follow. I had to call tech support, they are great. Fixed my issue fast 2 They want this indoors, mine is under an awning and after a few heavy high wind Florida storms, it did not affect it 3 The App is great. I can set a schedule and I never worry, it runs perfectly. 4. I can schedule watering or do watering on the spot choosing all zones or specific zones. My zone 1 has my palm trees which need more water. 5. Not so good Iphone App is hit or miss. It takes a while to load up from 25’ away from the rainbird. I was in Virginia and I could connect to Florida, but from a hotel room nope. You have to have a solid signal. They have wired and wireless rain monitors, i will get one soon Overall i give the rainbird unit a 10. The App an 8. But remember 99% of the time it is Set it and Forget it. I wot so buy this again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ easy to setup and use
*by J***M on November 30, 2025*

Easy to setup, wifi app setup is synched to website, many different configurations. Does not come with the weather sensor, I thought description says it has built in but you have to buy that extra sensor. Still a good buy.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-26*