- Fits garden hoses, drip systems, soaker hoses, sprinklers
- Features moisture sensor to detect soil moisture, water control
- Ideal to use for watering up to 4 different areas or zones
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About This Product
Automate your watering and simplify your life with the new Melnor Raincloud Smart Watering System. This system allows you to get the benefits of the advanced scheduling available with inground, professionally installed irrigation systems without the extreme costs or mess of digging up your yard for installation. Instead, Raincloud allows you to simply connect up to 4 garden hoses (expandable to 8 with the addition of a second Faucet Valve Unit) and connect to the watering device of your choice. No more trying to program your watering timer on a small, hard to read LCD screen like used on traditional watering timers, instead setup and scheduling is easy and all done on your smart phone or tablet using the free Raincloud App or even using your computer on the Raincloud website. Scheduling Raincloud can be as simple as setting to watering once per day every day with each watering zone, to scheduling each zone to water up to 6 times per day for different amounts of time on different days of the week. You decide how simple or complex you want to set your watering schedule to be for the ultimate in scheduling flexibility. You can even fully automate the system with the addition of the Melnor AquaSentry Moisture Sensor. This amazing device senses the moisture level in your soil and only allows the Raincloud to water when the soil is dry. If the soil is already wet enough, it tells Raincloud to skip the watering cycle which saves water and is better for your plants.
Highlights
- Control your watering from anywhere you have internet access with a smart phone, tablet or computer
- Setup is a breeze with a simple plug and play connection to your router and an app that makes scheduling easy and fun
- Water up to 4 different areas or zones with 1 faucet, all with independent watering schedules with up to 6 cycles throughout the day
- Save water and fully automate with the addition of the aquasentry moisture sensor which detects soil moisture and controls watering automatically
- No need to dig up your yard for an inground system: raincloud works with standard garden hoses, drip systems, soaker hoses and all types of sprinklers
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Specifications
Product Width (in.): 7.87 in
Dimensions
Product Width (in.) | 7.87 in |
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Details
Compatibility Type | Computer Software Compatible, Drip and Soaker Hose Compatible |
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Features | Digital Display, Electronic, Expandable, Hose-End Timer, Manual Bypass |
Included | No Additional Items Included |
Number of Zones | 4 |
Pack Size | 1 |
Power Source | Battery |
Program Type | Odd/Even Day Program, Programmable |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Smart Technology | Smart Timer, Wi-Fi |
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty | 2 Year Warranty |
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Questions & Answers
Can I replace the control unit? I have two systems and lost both control units after a move.
Yes. I replaced a control unit that wasn't working last year. You may have a problem now though as I believe the whole unit has been discontinued. I needed another unit and I couldn't find the whole unit in stock a few month back.
Power adapter specs? Looking to replace my power transformer does anyone know how many volts.
Input: 120v AC Output: 5V DC 1A
Is anyone else not able to open the app?
We are aware the RainCloud App is currently down, we are currently working on getting this product resolved quickly. We expect it to be resolved in the next 24-48 hours. There is a work around on our website https://www.wifiaquatimer.com/ by clicking “Advanced” on the white page and tell it to continue on to the app. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working diligently to get this rectified as quickly as possible.
down again at 2025-08-24 nice application when it is operational
Yes, white screen for days now. Makes this an expensive manual splitter. Hope they fix it soon.
I have the same problem and haven’t been able to use it since the weekend. Thought it was my internet.
I have two of them. Log on was easy then and I just checked now. No problem. https://www.wifiaquatimer.com/home
My country is not listed in the "Select Country" in the setup, will my raincloud still work?
I bought two of these and had nothing but issues with them. These are several years old and the company has provided no updates. The app to control them is pretty terrible as well. I’d take them back and go with b-hive. It should work if you pick a country close to yours.
How long does the bettery last if the unit is activated once per day, every day?
Not very long. We use three zones, we water every other day for 45 minutes each using the ECO mode and Rain Sensor. Our Rayovac UltraPro alkaline batteries last lest than a month. The app should inculde a notification that batteries are weak.
The batteries will usually last around 3 to 4 months.
About 2 months
Can I go on vacation to another state and still adjust the timer remotely?
Yes you may access it from another state. Just make sure the unit is connected to the internet.
The app will work anywhere you have cell coverage or wifi, so you can adjust the timer from just about anywhere.
Will this timer work without connecting to the Melnor website but only the home wifi?
Maybe, but there will be a time within the first 24 months of purchase where it just stops working and you throw it out. I would not buy it again.
No
Upload app on your mobile device and set your desired parameters. You’re set to go. You can override settings as needed on your phone anywhere and anytime.
No, an account with Melnor’s website is required for this to operate.
No
The timer requires a working wi-fi connection to operate the valves. I can see why wi-fi would be needed to program the timer, but I don't like the dependency on wi-fi and internet. Also, the wi-fi connection is not automatically established following a power failiure.
yes, you control it through the app. if your timer is connected to wifi all you need is the app on your phone.
Can you have two controllers one one wifi system at one location/house on two different hose bibs (one in the front yard and one in the back yard).
yes, the software allows connection to multiple valve units, which can be on different spigots.
Yes. One Control unit can control two valve units if the valve units are within 100 feet of the control unit in either direction.
yes.
Yes, I have this same configuration.
Yes. I have two systems. One front yard, one Back Yard. You can have up to two system on one email account.
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Great for homeowners looking for smart watering, making lawn care easier and more efficient. | Ideal for effortless plant care, this timer offers 3 custom schedules, manual watering, and durable weatherproof design for year-round hydration. | Ideal for homeowners who want precise 2-zone watering with rain delay, ensuring efficient garden care. | Ideal for customers who want multi-zone control and flexible scheduling, ensuring efficient garden watering. |
Number of Zones | |||
4 | 3 | 2 zones | 4 zones |
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Duration Range | |||
10 seconds to 99 hours | 1 minute to 3 hours 59 minutes | 1 minute to 23 hours 59 minutes | |
Flow Rate | |||
Watering Frequency | |||
Up to 6 cycles throughout the day | Weekly | Every 8, 12 hours, or 1-7 days | 1 hour to 30 days |
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