From AI-tuned sprinkler controllers to solar-powered hose bots, smart irrigation tech is eliminating the chore of lawn care. Here are the models we've tried and recommend.

If you have an in-ground sprinkler system to water your yard or garden, upgrading to a smart controller is a good idea. Compared to a traditional irrigation controller’s tiny LCD screen, confusing ...

These Wi-Fi–connected controllers monitor local weather data to conserve water while ensuring a healthy lawn.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Megan Wollerton If you’ve ever found yourself dashing through a rainstorm to ...

L.A.-based SoilDrops, a forward-thinking startup dedicated to sustainable and effortless irrigation, recently announced the launch of its Smart Irrigation Starter Kit. Debuting on Earth Day, the ...

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Most advanced “water-printing” tech on the market. App is better than ever at mapping your yard. New drip irrigation option adds flexibility. New self-cleaning sprinkler-head tech can help ...

Smart irrigation systems in 2026 now combine AI scheduling with real-time soil sensor data, optimizing watering for plant health and water conservation. Products like the Soildrops controller lead the ...

The IrriSense Smart Irrigation Sprinkler will automatically adjust its watering schedule based on the weather and soil conditions. The IrriSense Smart Irrigation Sprinkler will automatically adjust ...

As water supplies shrink and food demand grows, new interdisciplinary research from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln offers a practical way for farmers to manage irrigation more efficiently while ...