Add Alexa skill support for Wyze Sprinkler Controller
Mod Note: Title Edited to Enhance Search Clarity.
Please add Alexa support to Wyze Sprinkler Controller. For example:
- Allow issuing a ‘Quick Run’ command on a specific zone through Alexa
- Allow watering specific zone for a certain duration through Alexa
- Etc.
5 Likes
I second this. I was using a Rachio controller with Alexa support before. I switched to Wyze to consolidate my smart devices. I had to give up Alexa voice support for my sprinkler system to do this. I really like having all Wyze products but I’m not a fan of giving up features to do so.
Plus it was such a cool factor to have voice controlled watering. It was a highlight of my garden.
5 Likes
To me, this would be huge. Giving access to Alexa opens up a ton of possibilities that just aren’t in the app currently.
2 Likes
This has been added to our development roadmap!
8 Likes
That’s great to see.
Any idea on an ETA for this?
2 Likes
We have not ruled this out but it is not on our current roadmap.
1 Like
Ah, I see.
Is the Kenny guy above not affiliated with Wyze?
1 Like
Kenny was an employee when he made that post back in Aug of 2021.
With us trying to focus on cameras and getting the bugs fixed (and the fact Amazon let go a large part of the Alexa team) we have had to place some of these on the ‘later’ list.
2 Likes
Just throwing in my hat for team Alexa supporting sprinklers.
Sadly, it won’t happen. I’ve had maybe 2 total updates to the sprinkler since I’ve had it and I was one of the folks that pre-ordered.
While I’ve had no problems with the sprinkler controller, if it goes out I’m buying another brand.
A friend literally asked me about this yesterday and because it lacks Google/Alexa support, he bought a Ranchio.
Don’t want to give it for free, make it part of the annual subscription piece and include it there. May get a few more to sign up.
Please add alexa support for the sprinkler controller. The ability to add extra water on a specific zone is pretty important, and this would certainly add a useful convenience. In addition to the usual landscaping and garden watering, one of my zones adds water to the pool to account for evaporation and waterloss from swimmers, splashing, etc. This is quite variable and the ability to just ask alexa to do it allows my non-tech wife to deal with these issues while I’m away.
This is a muat have! Please add!
I appreciate the Wyze team’s candor with regard to their roadmap for developing the sprinkler integration for the Amazon Echodot. I like the Wyze sprinkler controller, but it could use some improvements. I chose it over the Rachio based on price. I still feel like it was a good decision.
If you’re looking for a sprinkler controller with Alexa support, you have several options available. Here are a few popular ones:
- Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller: Rachio offers smart sprinkler controllers that work with Alexa. You can use voice commands through Alexa to control your sprinkler system, such as turning it on or off, adjusting watering schedules, and more.
- Orbit B-Hyve Smart Sprinkler Controller: Orbit’s B-Hyve line of smart sprinkler controllers is also compatible with Alexa. With the B-Hyve skill enabled on your Alexa device, you can manage your sprinkler system using voice commands.
- Rain Bird ST8O Smart Sprinkler Controller: Rain Bird’s ST8O smart sprinkler controller can be integrated with Alexa for voice control. You can use Alexa to start or stop watering, adjust watering schedules, and check the status of your sprinkler system.
- Hunter Hydrawise Smart Sprinkler Controller: Hunter offers smart sprinkler controllers with Hydrawise technology, which can be linked to Alexa for voice control. You can ask Alexa to water specific zones, set watering durations, and more.
To set up Alexa integration with any of these sprinkler controllers, you’ll typically need to enable the corresponding Alexa skill and follow the instructions for linking your device to your Alexa account. Once set up, you can use Alexa voice commands to conveniently manage your sprinkler system hands-free.
+1 on the Wyze - Alexa integration. Had it with Rachio for years…don’t want to go back to that.