4.16.0
2024-04-02
You are now able to add your Davis AirLink so you can see your air quality right from the Rachio app.
4.15.0
2023-11-13
If you are running iOS 17 or iPadOS 17 you can now use Siri to quick run your Rachio.
Try asking Siri "Quick run my Rachio" to see it in action or set it up as an automation in the Shortcuts app!
4.14.2
2023-10-30
New:
• Navigation improvements: Easily switch between devices in your home.
• Navigation improvements: Streamlined the navigation for irrigation controllers.
• A new weather widget and ability to see the 10-day forecast for smart hose timers.
Improved:
• Support for addresses outside of the United States.
• Added instructions on how to recover if your Rachio controller has a flashing red light.
4.14.0
2023-10-18
New:
• Navigation improvements: Easily switch between devices in your home.
• Navigation improvements: Streamlined the navigation for irrigation controllers.
• A new weather widget and ability to see the 10-day forecast for smart hose timers.
Improved:
• Support for addresses outside of the United States.
4.13.0
2023-08-08
This update adds the ability to share your Smart Hose Timer.
4.12.2
2023-07-05
This update adds push notification for our new Rachio Smart Hose Timer.
4.12.1
2023-06-15
Bug fixes.
4.12.0
2023-06-13
In this version we've made improvements to Valve Monitoring for supported devices and fixed a few bugs.
4.11.6
2023-05-30
Minor fixes and improvements.
4.11.5
2023-05-24
Minor fixes and improvements.
4.11.4
2023-05-22
Minor updates and improvements to Smart Hose Timer onboarding.
4.11.3
2023-05-09
Minor bug fixes and improvements.
4.11.2
2023-05-04
Minor improvements to onboarding Rachio Smart Hose Timer.
4.11.1
2023-04-26
This update adds some quality of life improvements for customers onboarding our new Rachio Smart Hose Timer!
4.11.0
2023-04-19
This update allows you to use and interact with our new Rachio Smart Hose Timer!
We’ve also included various bug fixes to keep things running smooth.
4.10.2
2023-03-24
This update fixes performance issues for accounts with a large number of devices.
4.10.1
2023-03-15
This is a small update that fixes a crash in some rare circumstances. We've also added additional filter options for Rachio Pros to help manage their owned and shared devices.
4.10.0
2023-03-07
User experience improvements for our Pros that improve their ability to find their customers’ Rachio controllers, quickly
Updates to weather source selection for your Home, along with improved weather threshold menus.
4.9.1
2023-02-14
Small performance improvements when loading into the application.
4.7.2
2022-11-08
Bug fixes
4.7.1
2022-11-02
Various bug fixes
4.7.0
2022-10-26
New Rachio Homes feature that allows for better device grouping!
4.6.5
2022-07-26
Minor bug fixes.
4.6.4
2022-07-13
Minor bug fixes.
4.6.3
2022-06-30
This update enables the ability to delete your Rachio account via the app
4.6.1
2022-06-07
Introducing Tempest WeatherFlow integration!
You can now buy a Tempest Weather Station and link it with your Rachio for incredibly accurate weather information right from your own yard!
4.5.2
2022-05-19
Bug fixes.
4.5.1
2022-04-27
New:
• Upgrade your weather service in app for better weather data!
Fixes:
• Fixed rare issues that could cause the app to crash.
• Improved error messaging when there are issues loading into the app.
• Various other minor improvements and fixes.
4.5.0
2022-03-30
New Dynamic Crop Coefficient feature!
In your advanced zone settings, you can now enable Dynamic Crop Coefficient, which will tune your zone's watering for the crop-specific irrigation needs of your local climate, each month of the year. We've also fine-tuned crop settings so your Vegetable Garden beds water more regularly and your Desert Adapted (formerly Xeriscape) beds water more efficiently at longer intervals. For new customers, we've streamlined the crop selection process and added in-app help for selecting grass types.
4.4.24
2022-02-10
Minor bug fixes around some iPad layout issues.
4.4.22
2022-01-27
Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.
4.4.21
2021-12-14
New:
• The home screen will now show you more details about your past and upcoming runs.
Fixed:
• Minor navigation issues.
4.4.18
2021-10-04
• Bug fixes and some event performance improvements
4.4.17
2021-09-07
• If there is planned system maintenance you'll be notified in app.
• Minor bug fixes
4.3.1
2021-01-07
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.3.0
2020-12-14
Here's whats new in the latest release!
• New Irrigation tab that keeps all your irrigation information together.
• Bug fixes.
4.2.9
2020-11-19
• Improved accessibility for quick runs
• Improved start up time
• Minor bug fixes and improvements
4.2.8
2020-11-18
• Improved accessibility for quick runs
• Improved start up time
• Minor bug fixes and improvements
4.2.7
2020-11-07
Helps to fix an issue present in iOS 14.2 where the Rachio app would not be able to communicate with your Rachio controller.
4.2.6
2020-10-29
Minor bug fixes in this release.
4.2.3
2020-10-15
• Fixes a crash that could occur when editing schedule dates.
4.2.1
2020-09-28
This release is iOS 14 ready with a brand new widget!
From your home screen see your latest and upcoming runs. Easily tap in to see what's coming up on a certain day.
We've also included:
• Thrive users now have an improved experience when the watering season is over.
• Other small updates and fixes.
4.2.0
2020-09-21
This release is iOS 14 ready with a brand new widget!
From your home screen see your latest and upcoming runs. Easily tap in to see what's coming up on a certain day.
We've also updated the app with some other under the hood changes to improve your experience.
4.1.17
2020-09-15
• Bug fixes
4.1.16
2020-09-02
• Bug fixes
4.1.14
2020-08-17
Bug fixes
4.1.13
2020-08-03
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Added the ability to change your schedule colors
• See your schedule details from the day view
• Additional options when managing Thrive
• Various bug fixes
4.1.12
2020-07-23
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Updated the quick run flows for zones and schedules.
• Improved bandwidth usage.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.9
2020-06-22
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.8
2020-06-11
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Yard Events improvements.
• Fixes a crash that would occur when entering a location.
4.1.7
2020-06-09
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Yard Events improvements.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.6
2020-05-21
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Rachio Thrive now includes Thrive Mode, a new type of skip that takes advantage of the benefits of Lawn Champion to save you even more water.
• Yard Events is a new feature that tells you about newsworthy seasonal events in your area and what to do about them.
• Improved experience for users transferring ownership of their controller.
• Improvements to Wi-Fi onboarding issues for users with new devices.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.5
2020-05-12
Check out what’s in the most recent app release:
• Rachio Thrive users can now edit their application dates.
• New look and feel for the Rachio Thrive application experience.
• Usage has returned to the home screen.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.4
2020-04-27
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.2
2020-04-01
Fixed some minor issues in the app.
4.1.1
2020-03-27
Check out what’s in the most recent app release:
• Rachio Thrive customers now have an application tracker on the Thrive tab, to help get the most out of the Rachio Thrive lawn products.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.1.0
2020-03-16
Check out what's in the most recent app release:
• The Quick Run button got a new, sleek look.
• The Day View now includes schedule start times, to easier understand when your landscape is being watered.
• Added a button to navigate back to today on the calendar.
• Improved look and functionality for Rachio Thrive cards.
4.0.3
2020-02-26
Minor bug fixes.
4.0.2
2020-02-24
Version 4.0 of the app is here!
• The home screen has been updated to make way for some new features.
• Our new Lawn smarts section of the home screen shows you how to maintain a healthy landscape.
• The calendar, weather widget and upcoming watering sections of the app now include past waterings. They were also redesigned to better show when your schedules are running.
• The inbox has been retired- important messages will now be right on the home screen.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.0.1
2020-02-11
Version 4.0 of the app is here!
• The home screen has been updated to make way for some new features.
• Our new Lawn smarts section of the home screen shows you how to maintain a healthy landscape.
• The calendar, weather widget and upcoming watering sections of the app now include past waterings. They were also redesigned to better show when your schedules are running.
• The inbox has been retired- important messages will now be right on the home screen.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
4.0.0
2020-01-27
Version 4.0 of the app is here!
• The home screen has been updated to make way for some new features.
• Our new Lawn smarts section of the home screen shows you how to maintain a healthy landscape.
• The calendar, weather widget and upcoming watering sections of the app now include past waterings. They were also redesigned to better show when your schedules are running.
• The inbox has been retired- important messages will now be right on the home screen.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.15.6
2019-09-09
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• Improved the Direct Access feature to allow for more schedule flexibility.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.15.5
2019-08-15
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• Improved the Direct Access feature to allow for more schedule flexibility.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
• Fixed a crash that would happen when expanding your watering controls.
3.15.2
2019-07-22
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• Added app update reminders to ensure you have the newest features and best experience!
• Improved zone photo upload experience.
• Added support for upcoming features.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.15.1
2019-07-02
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• Added support for exciting upcoming features.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.15.0
2019-06-19
Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• The new photo upload process uploads your zone photos faster, and at a higher quality!
• Added support for exciting upcoming features.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.13.1
2019-05-10
The Rachio app got a makeover! Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• The status bar and headers have been redesigned for a sleeker look.
• History has been moved to the More menu to make more room in the bottom navigation.
• The Zones tab has been renamed to Yard.
• Setting your controller location is now even easier than ever with our improved auto-fill feature.
• Added support for exciting upcoming features!
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.13.0
2019-04-12
The Rachio app got a makeover! Check out what's new in the most recent app release:
• The status bar and headers have been redesigned for a sleeker look.
• History has been moved to the More menu to make more room in the bottom navigation.
• The Zones tab has been renamed to Yard.
• Setting your controller location is now even easier than ever with our improved autofill feature.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.12.0
2019-02-22
Check out what's new in the most recent Rachio app release:
New Features:
• Ever wish you could adjust your Rachio 3 light bar? Wish no longer! Go to your controller settings to adjust your light bar brightness to off, low, or normal.
• Flow calibration got a makeover! The new calibration gives you real time feedback on flow and allows you to calibrate more quickly and accurately.
Improvements:
• Added support for upcoming features.
• Added support for pro users.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.11.0
2019-01-24
New year, new Rachio features! Check out what is included in the most recent Rachio app release:
New Features:
• Meet the new inbox! All of your important Rachio messages will show up here.
• Flow users can now manually set their baseline to support low flow zones like drip.
Improvements:
• Shared access users can now update Wi-Fi on shared controllers.
• Bug fixes and performance enhancements.
3.10.1
2018-12-06
Check out what's new in the Rachio app!
New Features:
• Meet the new devices screen! From here, you can quickly check controller status or complete actions like Quick Run!
• Shared access users can now receive emails or notifications about flow monitoring alerts.
Improvements:
• You can now tap push notifications to go to the home screen of that specific controller.
• Flow monitoring alerts can now be customized in your settings.
• Groundwork for an upcoming feature for our Flow Meter customers…
3.10.0
2018-11-13
Check out what's new in the Rachio app!
New Features:
• Meet the new devices screen! From here, you can quickly check controller status or complete actions like Quick Run!
• Shared access users can now receive emails or notifications about flow monitoring alerts.
Improvements:
• You can now tap push notifications to go to the home screen of that specific controller.
• Flow monitoring alerts can now be customized in your settings.
• Groundwork for an upcoming feature for our Flow Meter customers…
3.9.1
2018-10-26
Fixed an issue that could cause updating Wi-Fi to fail on a Gen 1 device.
3.9.0
2018-10-10
Check out what's new in the Rachio app!
New Features:
• Quick Run got a makeover! New look and feel for the Quick Run feature, along with new functionality that allows you to manually run schedules straight from Quick Run.
• Added the ability to maintain current shared access connections when transferring ownership of a device.
Improvements:
• Added a step in onboarding to name your controller.
• Added time limitations to Quick Run and Manual Cycle and Soak to prevent irregular behavior.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.8.3
2018-09-25
Hey Siri®, tell everyone that the Rachio 3 now supports Apple HomeKit™!
Control your Rachio 3 with Apple HomeKit, or by asking Siri. To pair, tap the "More" tab in you Rachio app and select "Controller Settings" to find your HomeKit Code. Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
3.8.2
2018-09-10
Read up on what's new in the Rachio app!
New Features:
• App will now update controller firmware before flow meter pairing if necessary.
Improvements:
• Added warning for users configuring schedule runtimes that may cause irregular schedule behavior.
• Added limitations to hourly schedules to prevent irregular Weather Intelligence behavior.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.8.1
2018-09-05
Read up on what's new in the Rachio app!
New Features:
• App will now update controller firmware before flow meter pairing if necessary.
Improvements:
• Added warning for users configuring schedule runtimes that may cause irregular schedule behavior.
• Added limitations to hourly schedules to prevent irregular Weather Intelligence behavior.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.8.0
2018-08-16
Rachio has a new update! Read up on what's new.
New Features:
• New in-app troubleshooting to help users when their controller falls offline.
• Added inactive flow checks for our flow users to catch faulty valves or pipe breaks.
• Added functionality to Weather Intelligence Plus to update users' weather station if the station stops reporting data.
• Added functionality to Weather Intelligence Plus to notify users of new, closer stations.
Improvements:
• Added limitations to schedule run times to prevent irregular schedule behavior.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.7.0
2018-07-31
Rachio's season of innovation continues! Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
New Features:
• Added the option to transfer controller ownership during onboarding.
Improvements:
• User interface improvements.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.6.3
2018-07-13
New Features:
• Added ability to transfer ownership of a controller to another User
Improvements:
• Updated Moisture Graph
• Bug fixes and performance improvements
3.6.2
2018-07-11
New Features:
• Added ability to transfer ownership of a controller to another User
Improvements:
• Updated Moisture Graph
• Bug fixes and performance improvements
3.6.1
2018-06-09
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release is all about flow. Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
New Features:
• Custom pressurization time for flow users with zones that take longer to pressurize, such as drip zones.
Improvements:
• Improved error screens for flow calibration.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.6.0
2018-05-31
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release includes some new zone settings, as well as iPad support. Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
New Features:
• Rachio's app is now a universal app- iPad users rejoice!
• New “Garden” vegetation type.
• New “Drip Line” nozzle type.
Improvements:
• Improved visibility for Rain Sensor status.
• Usage reporting was improved for users with flow sensor issues.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.5.0
2018-05-18
Rachio's season of innovation continues! Check out the slick new Zone Detail screen, as well as some improved support updates. Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
Improvements:
• Help Center user interface was improved, and help articles were rearranged for easier browsing.
• Phone number was added to user profiles.
• Your app will now notify you if firmware is updating during onboarding.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
New Features:
•The new Zone Detail screen was introduced! See your zone's daily usage, schedules, and soil moisture level at a glance.
3.4.3
2018-05-13
3.4.3:
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release includes support for our new Flow Sensing and Usage features, as well as a new and improved Day View! Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
Improvements:
• Day View was improved to give you better insight into what is watering and when.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
New Features:
• Flow Sensing features were released for flow meter users. This includes things like flow calibration, system alerts for high and low flow leaks, and optional auto shutoff for problem zones.
• Knowing where your water is used is now easier than ever. You can now see daily usage, past month's usage, and usage per zone!
3.4.2
2018-05-11
3.4.2:
• Fixed an issue around usage not updating.
3.4.1:
• Fixes a WiFi issue around adding a Rachio 3 to your account.
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release includes support for our new Flow Sensing and Usage features, as well as a new and improved Day View! Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
Improvements:
• Day View was improved to give you better insight into what is watering and when.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
New Features:
• Flow Sensing features were released for flow meter users. This includes things like flow calibration, system alerts for high and low flow leaks, and optional auto shutoff for problem zones.
• Knowing where your water is used is now easier than ever. You can now see daily usage, past month's usage, and usage per zone!
3.4.1
2018-05-10
3.4.1 - Fixes a WiFi issue around adding a Rachio 3 to your account.
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release includes support for our new Flow Sensing and Usage features, as well as a new and improved Day View! Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
Improvements:
• Day View was improved to give you better insight into what is watering and when.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
New Features:
• Flow Sensing features were released for flow meter users. This includes things like flow calibration, system alerts for high and low flow leaks, and optional auto shutoff for problem zones.
• Knowing where your water is used is now easier than ever. You can now see daily usage, past month's usage, and usage per zone!
3.4.0
2018-05-10
Rachio's season of innovation continues! This release includes support for our new Flow Sensing and Usage features, as well as a new and improved Day View! Keep sharing your feedback with us. We're listening!
Improvements:
• Day View was improved to give you better insight into what is watering and when.
• Bug fixes and performance improvements.
New Features:
• Flow Sensing features were released for flow meter users. This includes things like flow calibration, system alerts for high and low flow leaks, and optional auto shutoff for problem zones.
• Knowing where your water is used is now easier than ever. You can now see daily usage, past month's usage, and usage per zone!