Skydrop

skydrop
409 reviews • $131

With its intuitive simplicity, the skydrop™ smart sprinkler controller takes the guesswork out of watering. Using hyper-local weather data to learn how much water your yard needs—based on real-time precipitation, humidity, temperature, wind, solar radiation, slope, and soil condition—it intelligently adjusts so you don’t have to. You can also monitor or adjust at any time from your smartphone or computer. Save water, time and money with skydrop.

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  • SPECS
  • Released (Live)
    October 01, 2014
    (6 years ago)
    Wi-Fi
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    Power cable
    3.4 inches ('')
    9.7 inches ('')
    1.9 inches ('')
    2 pounds (lb)
    Black

    + Skydrop controller with 4.3" LCD screen
    + Wall plate: Featuring tool-free wiring
    + Wall mounting screws
    + 24V AC Wall Adapter
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  • REVIEWS
  • Source Reviews Action
    Amazon
    409 reviews
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  • LOWEST PRICE
  • Webshop Price Action
    Amazon Pending
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    Current Lowest $130.96 Jan 07, 2019
    Current Average $130.96 Jan 07, 2019
    Highest $309.99 Mar 20, 2015
    Lowest $49.00 Feb 12, 2018
  • COMPATIBILITIES / WORKS WITH

  • The skydrop
    is currently compatible with the below
    198 smart home products.

  • APPS
  • ANSWERS

    • Q1: What is a skydrop?

      The skydrop is an:

    • Q2: What was the release/launch date of the skydrop?

      The first generation of the skydrop was launched on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, basically 1 year ago.

    • Q3: Where can I buy a skydrop?

      SmartHomeDB has identified the following online retailer via which the skydrop can be purchased:


      Webshop Price Action
      Amazon $ 209.95 View

    • Q4: How do I install / setup the skydrop myself?

      Please go through the Installation Guide of the skydrop.

    • Q5: Can I access/control/program the skydrop via a mobile phone app?

      Yes, the skydrop has the following mobile apps for Android and iOS:

      3.3 / 5
      59
      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q6: Can I access/control/program the skydrop via a web browser interface?

      Yes, the skydrop has the following Web Browser Interface:


    • Q7: Does the skydrop have an Android App?

      Yes, the skydrop has the following Android App:
      3.3 / 5
      59

      In addition, the skydrop also has an app for iOS and a Web Browser Interface:

      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q8: Does the skydrop have an iOS App?

      Yes, the skydrop has the following iOS App:
      2.5 / 5
      38

      In addition, the skydrop also has an app for Android and a Web Browser Interface:

      3.3 / 5
      59

    • Q9: Does the skydrop have a Windows Phone App?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop has no Windows Phone App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows Phone App is officially released:

      Currently the skydrop does have apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.3 / 5
      59
      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q10: Does the skydrop have a Web Browser Interface?

      Yes, the skydrop has the following Web Browser Interface:

      In addition, the skydrop also has apps for Android and iOS:

      3.3 / 5
      59
      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q11: Does the skydrop have a Windows / Desktop / PC App?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop has no Windows / Desktop / PC App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows / Desktop / PC App is officially released:

      Currently the skydrop does have apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.3 / 5
      59
      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q12: Does the skydrop require a monthly service fee?

      No, the skydrop requires no monthly service fee.

    • Q13: Can I access the skydrop remotely, even when I am not at home?

      Yes, the skydrop facilitates remote access via the following mobile apps for Android and iOS plus a Web Browser Interface:

      3.3 / 5
      59
      2.5 / 5
      38

    • Q14: Does the skydrop have an IFTTT Channel?

      No, the skydrop has no IFTTT Channel at the moment.

    • Q15: With which products is the skydrop compatible / 'works with'?

      The skydrop is currently compatible / 'works with' 3 products.

    • Q16: Does the skydrop save energy?

      Yes, the skydrop does save energy.

    • Q17: Does the skydrop improve my health?

      No, the skydrop does not improve your health.

    • Q18: Does the skydrop improve my safety?

      No, the skydrop does not improve your safety.

    • Q19: Is the skydrop dependent on other hardware such as a gateway or hub?

      No, the skydrop does not require any other hardware for proper product usability.

    • Q20: Which connectivity / radio protocols does the skydrop support?

      The skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q21: Does the skydrop support Wi-Fi connectivity?

      Yes, the skydrop does support Wi-Fi connectivity by default as a stand-alone product.

    • Q22: Does the skydrop support ZigBee connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support ZigBee connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when ZigBee connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q23: Does the skydrop support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q24: Does the skydrop support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q25: Does the skydrop support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q26: Does the skydrop support 6LoWPAN connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support 6LoWPAN connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when 6LoWPAN connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q27: Does the skydrop support Bluetooth connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Bluetooth connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Bluetooth connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q28: Does the skydrop support HomeKit connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support HomeKit connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when HomeKit connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q29: Does the skydrop support Thread connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Thread connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Thread connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q30: Does the skydrop support AllJoyn connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support AllJoyn connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when AllJoyn connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q31: Does the skydrop support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Lutron Clear Connect connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q32: Does the skydrop support Infrared (IR) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Infrared (IR) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Infrared (IR) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q33: Does the skydrop support 433 MHz connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support 433 MHz connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when 433 MHz connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q34: Does the skydrop support Ethernet connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support Ethernet connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Ethernet connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q35: Does the skydrop support X10 connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the skydrop does not support X10 connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when X10 connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the skydrop supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      Wi-Fi

    • Q36: What type of power supply does the skydrop use?

      The skydrop uses a Power Cable/Adapter as power supply.

    • Q37: What are the dimensions (height / width / depth) of the skydrop?

      3.4 inches ('') 8.6 centimeters (cm) 86 millimeters (mm)
      9.7 inches ('') 24.6 centimeters (cm) 246 millimeters (mm)
      1.9 inches ('') 4.8 centimeters (cm) 48 millimeters (mm)

    • Q38: What is the weight of the skydrop?

      2 pounds (lb) 909 grams (g) 32.06 ounces (oz)

    • Q39: In which colors is the skydrop available?

      Black

    • Q40: What is in the box / the box content of a purchased skydrop?

      • Skydrop controller with 4.3" LCD screen
      • Wall plate: Featuring tool-free wiring
      • Wall mounting screws
      • 24V AC Wall Adapter

    • Q41: What is the Product ID of the skydrop?

      SDCRW1.0

    • Q42: Where can I find troubleshooting / help support for the skydrop?

    • Q43: What are the best alternatives to the skydrop?

      In case you are considering an alternative to / similar product like the skydrop, we recommend to review the following products:

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      RainMachine Irrigation Controller RainMachine Irrigation Controller
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      0

      368 reviews
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      0

      245 reviews

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