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Lowe's YMMV: Orbit B-Hyve Indoor 8-Station Wi-Fi Smart Irrigation Timer for $35.97

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Orbit B-Hyve Indoor Timer 8-Station Wi-Fi Smart Irrigation Timer for $36. As is always the case with Lowe's bargains, YMMV, in-store only. MSRP is $80. Even if you don't plan to use wifi or the smart features, $36 for an 8 station timer is fair dinkum.

Lowe's website, and Brickseek show stocking stores at full price, but the two stores I visited both had them in stock, marked down to $35.97. So, ya, this is one of those you'll have to visit the store to check. But at least you can use BS to choose which store(s) to visit. Sure wish BS and Lowe's would get together to find a solution for the stock/price issue they've been having for a couple months now.

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Simple, sleek, and smart, the Orbit B-hyve Smart Wi-Fi Indoor-Mount Sprinkler Timer allows users to control their watering with their Android or iOS app from anywhere in the world. A perfect timer for new installations or for replacement applications, the Orbit B-hyve Smart Wi-Fi Indoor Sprinkler Timer is available in 4- and 8-station models to cover most residential sprinkler systems. It also can be set up to adjust watering based on local weather to avoid water waste and deliver the right amount of water to your plants.
  • WI-FI CAPABLE: Fully functional with Android, iOS or web app for total control, wherever you need it
  • SENSOR-READY: Add a rain sensor for additional functionality and control
  • FREE APP: Easy programming from the B-hyve App in both Adroid and iOS platforms
  • LIVE WEATHER FEEDS: WeatherSense technology provides smart watering based on site conditions such as slope, soil type, sun/shade, and historical ET
  • MULTI FUNCTIONALITY: Operates with or without Wi-Fi connectivity by storing app-set programs on the timer
  • MANUAL OVERRIDE: When you need access to your water, but don?t want to cancel or change your watering programs
  • BLUETOOTH: Fast and easy pairing using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Technology
  • SAFETY FEATURES: Built-in fault detection and surge protection
  • CONVENIENT: Plug-and-go line cord and transformer
  • ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY: EPA WaterSense and SWAT Certified

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-B-...1000516813
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Created 11-17-2021 at 10:38 AM by ruouttaurmind
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Syntaxhazard
11-17-2021 at 04:53 PM.
11-17-2021 at 04:53 PM.
How's the functionality for control if there is no wifi or cloud service? It seems like it may default to a regular timer with saved schedules through use of the Bluetooth. Anyone have information or experience with it regarding this, it would be appreciated.
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ezukerma
11-17-2021 at 05:03 PM.
11-17-2021 at 05:03 PM.
Full price in Los Angeles
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11-17-2021 at 06:51 PM.
11-17-2021 at 06:51 PM.
Quote from ezukerma :
Full price in Los Angeles
my local stores show full price online, app, and BS. But the two locations I visited were marked down. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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11-17-2021 at 07:00 PM.
11-17-2021 at 07:00 PM.
Quote from Syntaxhazard :
How's the functionality for control if there is no wifi or cloud service? It seems like it may default to a regular timer with saved schedules through use of the Bluetooth. Anyone have information or experience with it regarding this, it would be appreciated.
I'll know more after I install mine on Saturday. My preference is to set it up to use BT only. So if I'm successful, that should answer your question. Keep you posted if I'm successful.
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11-17-2021 at 10:10 PM.
11-17-2021 at 10:10 PM.
Full price in the Portland metro area.
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lima_charlie
11-17-2021 at 10:37 PM.
11-17-2021 at 10:37 PM.
I run a BHyve 57946. It works pretty good...
Helpful hint-check the program periodically if you're on vacation. If your house loses power, and the WiFi goes down...when it comes back on, the BHyve may not automatically reconnect.
And...your grass and bushes may not be real happy. 😁
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11-17-2021 at 10:44 PM.
11-17-2021 at 10:44 PM.
Quote from Syntaxhazard :
How's the functionality for control if there is no wifi or cloud service? It seems like it may default to a regular timer with saved schedules through use of the Bluetooth. Anyone have information or experience with it regarding this, it would be appreciated.

I have it . If you don't connect to Wi-Fi , you can manually configure the timers on the device it self (using Bluetooth or directly on the device)
I like it over all .
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11-18-2021 at 12:51 AM.
11-18-2021 at 12:51 AM.
Quote from ruouttaurmind :
my local stores show full price online, app, and BS. But the two locations I visited were marked down. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Unfortunately it was full price in the store as well…
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speed_demon
11-18-2021 at 03:37 AM.
11-18-2021 at 03:37 AM.
yep, full price here too.
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hoang0501
11-18-2021 at 03:54 AM.
11-18-2021 at 03:54 AM.
$42.17 at my store in TX
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11-18-2021 at 05:50 AM.
11-18-2021 at 05:50 AM.
Quote from hoang0501 :
$42.17 at my store in TX

Which store in TX? I stay in the north Dallas area...

Edit: Visited 3 different Lowes in the area and all were full price.
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nicksblackroush
11-18-2021 at 06:20 AM.
11-18-2021 at 06:20 AM.
I've had mine for two years now and have had zero trouble with it. This isn't unique to the bhyve but having a wifi connected controller is so nice for winterizing. I just hook up my compressor and grab a lawn chair. Use the app to turn on/off the zones to blow them out.
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los.cano88
11-18-2021 at 07:46 AM.
11-18-2021 at 07:46 AM.
Full price in CA.
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BrianT1548
11-18-2021 at 07:54 AM.
11-18-2021 at 07:54 AM.
Full price for me as well. But if you can get it at this reduced price, buy this instead of Rachio. Rachio is way overpriced and relying on the "smart" watering feature killed my grass this past summer when it kept skipping while I was gone because the forecast called for rain which we did not get.

Any device without an outside moisture meter I would not trust for "smart" automatic watering. But being able to remotely control from your phone is very nice compared to the old analog Rainbird controllers..
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