Irrigation ESP-TM2 ESP-Me Controller LNK WiFi Plug in Module(Open Box)

I read the other reviews before purchasing this, so I was hesitant, but decided to take the plunge anyway. It just annoyed me having to go out to the garage and mess with a cumbersome interface to program and run the irrigation system. To set a program would take forever it seemed. With this device, I can do it with my phone, it only takes minutes, and is much more intuitive. I can also run the program anytime I want from anywhere in the world. It also helps with maintenance as I can activate any zone while in the yard so I don't have to have someone else turn it on for me. Each zone can be manually activated for as little as a minute at a time and turned off instantly. I know a lot of people talked about connectivity issues with the controller, but so far I haven't experienced any. However, we do have a mesh wi-fi system, so we have excellent coverage throughout the house. The closest node is in the laundry room next to the garage and is probably about 20-25 feet away through a wall and gets about a -55 dbm signal strength. Sometimes when trying to connect to the controller from the app, it can take about 20 or 30 seconds before coming up, but it's not an issue at all. Setup was easy through the app and only took a few minutes. Overall, I highly recommend this product if you want better and easier control over your sprinkler system.

First off, I was a little hesitant at first to buy this because of the oft mentioned issued with wifi. I went ahead and did it anyway, wanting to give it a shot. I quickly found out that these issues with the wifi were very much correct. I had all sorts of issues trying to set this up with my router in the closest room to the Rain Bird module. I ended up buying a wifi extender for my Nest camera and with its placement in the garage, decided to fiddle with the Rain Bird again. With the extender literally right underneath the Rain Bird module, I have had zero issues and couple with the app, am able to quickly and easily mess with the sprinkler system. It’s awesome and I really enjoy how easy it is to use. I am often sitting in the couch when birds aplenty come into my backyard to eat my grass seed...I quickly open the app, then the back yard zone on manually, and within seconds the birds are gone! Really pleased with this purchase, but the issues with wifi are real. With an extender, though, I have had no issues and am very happy.

This product works well. I popped in to the Rainbird controller slot and followed the instructions to set it up. When configuring, remember there are two different networks that you need to work with, one in an ad-hoc mode that allows you to configure, change passwords etc and regular network that allows you to control the controller from the app. Also, when selecting password for the controller, keep it without any special characters and there is a length limit too. It did not give me any errors when I had those but later when tried to access it, it would fail to access the controller (if I want to change anything), until I reset the password. Other than that it is easy to setup. App however could be a bit better with proper features and better interface. But it does the job. Happy with the purchase.

Worked as indicated - super easy.

I bought this for when I am away for long periods of time and I want to change the program or manually water. It basically works, didn't have the wifi issues (yet) that others have mentioned but the app software has a long way to go to get FULL FUNCTIONALITY of the unit. Looking forward to updates but for now, this meets my need. For example, if my unit is switched to off on the controller and you log n to turn it on, you can only manually water one zone at a time. You need to have the switch to auto.... it would be nice to be able to control start a program the app even if the switch is off on the box. I think it is a little expensive for what you get. If you got full functionality on the ap then I would say it is worth it. But if you need it get it. Up date 8/2020 After a year or use my review is still pretty much the same. Pretty good but lacks full functionality. Also is there a way to update firmware? What is latest version? This works well enough for very basic function but could offer so much more. Strange it doesn’t. Still imo it is worth the money to own. The ability to connect from overseas and adjust for a heatwave is huge.

I was over the moon when I found that RainBird had the plug-in device. Set up was simple, I was worried about controlling from another country, but used it the first days with no problem. Cancelled one watering day due to rain and am able to check it ever day. Excellent product and I will use it often. Thanks! Update July 26, 2019. Been back home in Louisiana since the end of May. No problems while abroad connecting and watering using WiFi from our Air BnB. Lawn and gardens looked great when we got home. No problems with WiFi here at home that others describe. My router is ATT located on the opposite outside wall of our home approx. 40 feet from controller and both are were new in Oct. 2017. We have occasional power outages where we live, but everything functions as it should when modem/router/bridge receive power again. I am fairly tech savvy, but no programmer, and this device was really easy to install and set up zones. We have many zones, but only 4 that I use actively for both lawns areas and flower beds. PS I am a non-retired almost 76 year-old-woman, working from home for realtors in another state.

It is convenient to use with your phone and helps to control how much water you use.

Die zahlreichen Hinweise über eine teils recht schwierige Inbetriebnahme kann ich bestätigen. Bei mir war es so, dass ich zunächst den Rain Bird Controller RZXe ohne WiFi-Modul betrieben und manuell konfiguriert habe. Die Installation der Rain Bird App auf dem Handy lief problemlos, jedoch kam zuerst keine Verbindung zw. Handy und Controller zustande. Nach zahlreichen Neustarts des Controllers funktionierte es endlich, doch wurden die über die App eingestellten Werte nicht übernommen. In einem Blog habe ich gelesen, dass der Zugriff auf GPS in der App freigeschaltet werden muss und ja, danach war eine Kommunikation zw. Handy (Android 12) und Controller möglich. Es ließen sich jedoch keine Netzwerkparameter für das WLAN konfigurieren und plötzlich funktionierte auch das Passwort des Controllers nicht mehr. Lösung: Reset auf Werkseinstellung. Danach ließ sich alles problemlos einstellen und auch die Kommunikation über das WLAN funktionierte sofort. Es erschien jedoch immer wieder die Meldung, dass das WLAN-Signal zu schwach wäre?! Der Router steht nur 5m vom Controller entfernt. Und auch die Abfrage der WLAN-Signalstärke in der App zeigte "stark". Ist wohl ein Bug. Die App ist selbsterklärend und funktioniert gut. Sogar die Beregnungssteuerung über die Wetter-App funktioniert tadellos und reduziert die Beregnungszeiten je nach Wetterbedingung. Über ein VPN läßt sich der Controller auch außerhalb des eigenen WLAN steuern und überwachen. Sehr praktisch während des Urlaubs.

Simple easy to follow installation, worked like a charm straight from the start. The internet connection factors in outside weather reports when following set irrigation schedules, putting watering on hold if rain is reported.

Con este equipo vuelves inteligente el riego, cale la pena aunque ya hay nueva version

This brings easy use and set up of your home watering systems - I am very pleased adding this was a good result.

Facile installazione, finalmente l'irrigatore è gestibile dal cellulare. L'applicazione è semplice ed intuitiva ed in generale direi anche senza troppi bachi. Raramente perde la connessione e quando accade, riparte in autonomia, senza necessità di un riavvio manuale. Prodotto ricevuto nei tempi e nell'imballaggio originale.