Just wanted to provide some feedback. I had B-hyve XR Smart Indoor/Outdoor
Sprinkler Timer for 2 years. I noted that it does not water on a schedule
sometimes. Either because the internet was down, and it did not reconnect or
something else. The contractor who replaced it told me that there is probably
an internal battery, and it should have been replaced. Too late.
I Googled the best irrigation timer and found that Orbit
B-hyve is the best, followed by Netro. Never heard of it. I chose it because it
retains programs in case of Wi-Fi outage. I bought Spark 8 zones and installed
it today (my contractor did). Also 2 Pixies.
Pros:
Clean modern packaging, clear web interface, app has installation
instructions and troubleshooting tips.
Cons:
Why white cover? I could not see indicators with daylight. How
to pair? Did some of your staff try to install it in bright daylight outdoors?
Does it have an internal battery which eventually needs to
be replaced? How is the memory retained? I believe this was a problem with
B-hyve..
What about Pixie? Is rechargeable battery forever?
Web interface still needs improvement: for example – my order
is in a different place than my account, Pixie should state that there is no
backup program, other logical flaws.
Created a program on Spark, but when tried to edit time it
did not allow, stating that the same program already exists.
Backup should automatically copy the program with the option
to edit. Why should it be entered as a separate program if this is a backup in
case of Wi-Fi outage?
The outdoor cover can have a transparent wall to see indicators.
Thank you.
Adil
